SSTEEL 0 Posted July 31, 2013 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 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
black263 228 Posted July 31, 2013 Don't know about the stem release but that looks like the winding ratchet. (click spring) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olly 0 Posted July 31, 2013 Pull the crown out until you see a tab apear right next to the stem. I think theyre like some modern quartz movements Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cynikal.Mindset 1 Posted July 31, 2013 (edited) http://www.pmwf.com/...%20a%20movt.htm Edited July 31, 2013 by Cynikal.Mindset Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SSTEEL 0 Posted July 31, 2013 Aha, cheers guys, thanks for the photo, and link CM. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SSTEEL 0 Posted July 31, 2013 Perfect, worked a treat. Thanks again guys Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Odyseus 1 Posted July 31, 2013 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/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SSTEEL 0 Posted July 31, 2013 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 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob Roy 35 Posted August 11, 2013 Wonderfully put together tutorial , I have a few of these moments so I has been bookmarked for future reference. Cheers Col Share this post Link to post Share on other sites