Stem Release on Seiko 7S26 21J movement?

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First time I have had to open up a Seiko as they are very reliable, I just wish I could say the same about the bloody ebay seller I purchased it from, who stated in ebay listing that watch was serviced four weeks before listing, and also waterproof tested.

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/380640020547

 

So today I decided to test it, and took it for a shower. I know I know, but I thought, its a Seiko! Damn, it steamed up, so quickly dried it off, and opened the back, and it was there I found the lack of any good o ring lift, so no seal at all.

 

Anyhow, I want to whip out the movement, but cannot figure out how to release the stem, can anyone help? Its the popular 7S26 21J auto. Here's a couple of photos of the movement/stem area..

 

 

Also whilst I had the case back off, I found this small wire/spring? I first thought it was a loose piece of metal, but when I tried to pick it up, it sprung back into place. Any idea what it is?

 

 

Any help on the stem release would be greatly appreciated

[black263 228]

Don't know about the stem release but that looks like the winding ratchet. (click spring)

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Ok, thanks

[Olly 0]

Pull the crown out until you see a tab apear right next to the stem. I think theyre like some modern quartz movements

[Cynikal.Mindset 1]

http://www.pmwf.com/...%20a%20movt.htm

 

Edited July 31, 2013 by Cynikal.Mindset

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Aha, cheers guys, thanks for the photo, and link CM.

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Perfect, worked a treat. Thanks again guys

[Odyseus 1]

And of course if you are really interested in servicing your Seiko Micky, then have a look at this link http://www.clockmaker.com.au/diy_seiko_7s26/

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And of course if you are really interested in servicing your Seiko Micky, then have a look at this link http://www.clockmake...diy_seiko_7s26/

 

Cheers mate, bookmarked

[Rob Roy 35]

Wonderfully put together tutorial , I have a few of these moments so I has been bookmarked for future reference.

 

Cheers

 

Col