Aramis2288 6,334 Posted June 13, 2021 (edited) Hi all, My main issue with reps is that I am always trying to keep them in as pristine condition as possible, which naturally excludes performing any hazardous activities with them on the wrist. I was looking for a watch that I could wear in rougher conditions, but at the same time, I did not want any homage or quartz. I wanted something which is rough 'n ready, mechanical, able to take a beating if a need be, easy and cheap to repair. And something I will honestly like. A watch that will be different than the others I own already and will become an added value to my collection. At some point, eureka (!), I realized that Seiko is a perfect option. Fairly cheap for the value it presents, pretty much modular so any damaged elements can be easily replaced, hundreds of options for customization so that I can make it to my liking and it's a well-known and respected brand among watch enthusiasts. Oh, and I can put it together on my own - a perfect DYI project for a weekend! That's how my first build came to life - {DRAMATIC PAUSE} - "The Blue Turtle". Full steel build, bezel insert which can serve both as a timer and 2nd timezone indicator (12h GMT version which does not require a 24h hand), extra thick 'top hat' sapphire crystal with a blue AR making the dial pop more, CT702 case set with 200m water resistance. I think it will stay in my collection for a longer while.... Edited June 13, 2021 by Aramis2288 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BoobBandit 1,312 Posted June 13, 2021 looks great buddy Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aramis2288 6,334 Posted June 13, 2021 Thanks a lot, mate! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fatarms 8,071 Posted June 14, 2021 That is really sharp. I like that a lot. Nice build, bud. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brang1 4,368 Posted June 14, 2021 THAT Seiko i would wear, amazing job- when is it likely to hit M2M sales ? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
als86 5,907 Posted June 14, 2021 Very nice, well done! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nunu78 1,744 Posted June 14, 2021 Very nice, love the build 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GenTLe 1,520 Posted June 14, 2021 Uhm! Well done! I really like it!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jibuti 958 Posted June 14, 2021 6 hours ago, brang1 said: THAT Seiko i would wear, amazing job- when is it likely to hit M2M sales ? This is not BadApple you are talking to... 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tribefan 6,770 Posted June 14, 2021 I prefer the skx case shape to the tuna, but this is a really sweet build, well done! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stops 8 Posted June 14, 2021 Wow very nice, love that blue dial! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aramis2288 6,334 Posted June 14, 2021 I prefer the skx case shape to the tuna, but this is a really sweet build, well done! It's actually a Turtle case but yeah I get your point. I was kinda in between this and titanium skx case. Decided to go for the turtle because it would make the watch look different than all the other pieces I have.Sent from my LYA-L29 using TapatalkWow very nice, love that blue dial!Thanks mate. Part of the blue sunburst effect is indeed the dial but the blue hue from the crystal's AR coating adds a pop to this effect. It very much depends on the angle.Sent from my LYA-L29 using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phoenixboy 13,970 Posted June 15, 2021 love a good Seiko, top job.... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jowill923 23 Posted June 15, 2021 Looks great - really robust and a super tool watch. Ps love the blue with the nato, just in time for summer 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
