Bash64 17 Posted March 21, 2014 Well, I finally broke down and bought a new to me camera. Entry level SLR - a Canon T3. I can barely use it, but here is a first run at some pics. No edits except for cropping and sizing. I have to say I love my Seikos. They are favourites in my collection and the watches that get the most wear at the moment. A watch for nearly every occasion and the lume is always spectacular. Group shot: First up, the Black Monster. Most everyone has one of these and it is a fantastic watch. Unique dished bezel and rated to 200M for those who will get it wet. I bought mine used on another forum and have had it mounted on a chronissimo leather strap in the past, but prefer it on the bracelet. This is the lume king of the watch world. Nothing will touch it. Who isn't scared of a Monster? This was my first Seiko and is still one of my favourite watches and gets a lot of wear. I bought it new on the Bay and it was shipped form Japan (if I remember correctly). Comes on a bracelet, but you can't beat it on Nato. SNZF17K1 - otherwise known as the Sea urchin. This started out as an SNZH57 - a beautiful watch in its own right. I have modded it twice, first as a FFF and now as a Black Bay. It stays on the bracelet for now as it gets most of its wear for work (more formal with a suit). Notice the domed stock crystal I've taken a turn towards some vintage pieces and have tried a few recovery projects. This 6309-7290 (from 1978 I think) came to me with a rusted movement and other problems. I replaced the movement from a cheap eBay donor, changed the crystal and dial with Yobokies parts, the bezel insert and superlumed hands from Jake at Dagaz and new rubber from the Bay. I replaced all the seals/gaskets, but will test it before it goes under water. Big dome! And finally, I had been looking for a 7040 and found this 1983 version in the Phillipines (of course, where else?) This one was pretty beat up and came head only, but the movement was fine. Same treatment as the 7290 with addition of an aftermarket engineers bracelet also from Harold at Yobokies. I do like the sapphire superdome Major gouge in the caseback. Gonna chalk that up to an American serviceman in hand-to-hand combat. Wrist shot Thanks for looking. I still have lots to learn with the camera - I know I need to read the manual that came with it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kcore 0 Posted March 22, 2014 Real good pics! Nice selection of Seiko's & mods. Thx for sharing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bash64 17 Posted March 22, 2014 Real good pics! Nice selection of Seiko's & mods. Thx for sharing. Thank you - the camera gets all the credit, so far I only know how to use 2 settings nice watches... Thank you. I still need a SPORK to round out the collection. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xj4sonx 9 Posted March 23, 2014 Love the domed crystals great pics Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
millionaire wannabe 1 Posted March 23, 2014 I like the 7040, that's real nice! Pretty nice project you finished with the orange dial one. GLWS! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Daywatch 4 Posted March 23, 2014 Great pics and great Seikos, that Tudor is really fine.....Wear them well.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bash64 17 Posted March 23, 2014 Love the domed crystals great pics Yeah, the domed crystal completely changes the watch. I did not wear the 7290 much previously. I like the 7040, that's real nice! Pretty nice project you finished with the orange dial one. GLWS! Thank you, thought doubtful it will be going up for sale anytime soon. Great pics and great Seikos, that Tudor is really fine.....Wear them well.... Thanks for the positive comments Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fatarms 7,795 Posted March 23, 2014 Good pics, the chihuahua one made me laugh. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyKrush 16 Posted March 23, 2014 Nice job bash. Some real stunners there mate. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bash64 17 Posted March 23, 2014 Good pics, the chihuahua one made me laugh. My wife was not so happy about that one. She thinks I could put her little neck out with that heavy watch. Sigh :( Not many chihuahua chiropractors around. Nice job bash. Some real stunners there mate. Thanks HK - from your strap pics, I can see you figured out the photography thing a long time ago Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
markeym3 2 Posted March 23, 2014 Great pictures there love my 6309 too ... so what do you call a collection of Seikos ... a gaggle .. a pack ...school maybe... have fun with the camera ... and I hope the model is paid well in treats. ... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RussP 22,593 Posted March 23, 2014 Great pics, lovely collection and a sweet Chiuhuahua. Didn't realise that they make great watch-dogs ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peakpower 0 Posted March 23, 2014 Nice camera. It's definitely better than the camera on my phone. I also dig the photo with the "¡Yo quiero Taco Bell!" dog wearing a Monster as a collar. Thanks for sharing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bash64 17 Posted March 24, 2014 Great pictures there love my 6309 too ... so what do you call a collection of Seikos ... a gaggle .. a pack ...school maybe... have fun with the camera ... and I hope the model is paid well in treats. ... Great pics, lovely collection and a sweet Chiuhuahua. Didn't realise that they make great watch-dogs ? Nice camera. It's definitely better than the camera on my phone. I also dig the photo with the "¡Yo quiero Taco Bell!" dog wearing a Monster as a collar. Thanks for sharing. Thanks for the comments. The Chihuahua is one of 2 we have. Her name is "Minnie" and she was a rescue dog from Los Angeles. She came from what they call a "5 day" shelter - any of the dogs not adopted by day 5 don't make it much past breakfast on Day 6 :( Though she had some climate shock, she loves her new Mommy (my wife that is) I can't believe the difference with the camera - all those pics were in natural light with no flash. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
emtp101 0 Posted March 28, 2014 Awesome pics and super great watches. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zufir 0 Posted March 28, 2014 Nice watches you have there. The red one definetly stands out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maxwas 0 Posted March 31, 2014 Great collection, great pics! :-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pharmo 33 Posted March 31, 2014 Lovely pieces there buddy...and stunning pics.. Love the black bay mod Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr Stubbs 0 Posted March 31, 2014 Nice use of depth of field. Looks like you could reach right into some of those shots. Well done! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bash64 17 Posted April 4, 2014 Thanks for the comments and encouragement, everyone . Nice use of depth of field. Looks like you could reach right into some of those shots. Well done! So far, it is the only thing I have learned how to do other than point and shoot Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Quicklink 0 Posted April 21, 2014 I was looking at the snzh57's but that sea urchin on that NATO really grabbed my eye, very nice! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bash64 17 Posted April 29, 2014 I was looking at the snzh57's but that sea urchin on that NATO really grabbed my eye, very nice! That watch is one of my favourite go to's. Very much like a rolex sub. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cogwatch 1 Posted April 29, 2014 Great pics. Forget the manual, you've got it dialed!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
loiidol 0 Posted April 30, 2014 Thanks for the sharing. Your collection looks Awesome! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
