Yeah thanks I think I was just lucky really as the seller pics weren't detailed enough to fully gauge condition. I've fancied one of these 7223's for ages and they're known as the "Quartz Bellmatic" as they replaced the Seiko mechanical Bellmatic at the end of the '70's. I love the angular case design which was common for the period. The bracelet is in almost new condition , is super-tight and full length so I'm very pleased.Originally Posted by Roland
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Neil
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Picture looks good but I believe it has aftermarket dial, hands and bezel Insert, AAddict. The 7002 should look like this.This weeks been a shocker for image hosts haha
As long as you are aware, though I hope you didn't purchase it thinking it was genuine?
The hands I can agree with, mine's 7002-7000 A1 which the dial looks right for, and the dial is definitely aged. Can you point out why you think the insert is aftermarket too please? Thanks in advance.
Last edited by AAddict; 27th October 2016 at 05:55.
Welcome, Bjørn. Your best bet is to measure the exact crown tube dimensions including thread pitch, and get one from a general watch parts supplier. That's if you can swap the crown tube yourself. If you're taking it to a watchmaker then they should be able to find/source a compatible crown tube.
It's the shape of the lume pip. The grain of the finish of the black and silver paint on the insert. The shape of the Seiko dial text. The colour of the lume and general quality of the lume markers with the silver boarders. The 7002 dial is faked in abundance and some are scarily good. Hers is another shot of mine laying flat on the table. I will get another shot of a JDM version later.
And yes the hands, the easiest way to tell is the seconds hand shape of the surround of the lume, the 'meat ball'. It should have the same thickness as the length prior to the ball.
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Thanks, your knowledge far exceeds mine.
Thanks but it's limited knowledge and only what's come from some great members here and on SCWF. I'm always surprised by the quality if the AM dials. Makes finding a genuine example extremely hard. The 7002 is a rare watch to find in original condition. They're out there, though. The other sign is the way the insert sits slightly proud of the bezel edge or with a pronounced gap there. The Yobokies copies however do much better in this regard so it can often be much harder to tell. I believe the triangle area and lume pip are still the best way to tell but also the bevelled inside edge of the insert should be flat and not rounded. I am not 100% sure of that though I'd need to check. The rest is very common for 7002 am versions. Especially the colour of the lume and the surround. Seiko in yours is a little easier to tell apart from mine, however there are also copies that get this pretty much spot on. It's therfore a combination of other factors that would give you an idea of the watch's authenticity.
Last edited by Bodo; 27th October 2016 at 15:33.
I've always had all stainless watches in the past but I've quite liked the look of the military style/field watch. The problem has always been that, on my wrist, they always look like I've just stolen 'em from a 12 year old kid, they're just way too small. My son has a SNK809K2 which I like but it just looks so lost on my arm.
So I spotted a SRP621K1 for what seemed like a really good price for a 4r36 movement and it's a 44mm case. Perfect!
It turned up yesterday and I have to say... I just don't like it. :(
I can't quite nail down why, though, just on my wrist it does nothing for me.
Size-wise it's fine, it looks bigger IRL than in any comparison pics, here it is next to my SUN019:
SHMBO has decided that she really likes it so she's claimed it as hers. And you know what? On her wrist, I like it?!
I think it will suit a distressed brown leather NATO, so that's an idea for Crimbo.
Put my PADI in for the first time today
Really like this one, the dial is lovely when it catches the light and the time keeping seems to be spot on so far.
I absolutely adore the look you've achieved with that NATO. Now I want to see the same pic, but with the watch having a blue hour hand.Put my PADI in for the first time today
Really like this one, the dial is lovely when it catches the light and the time keeping seems to be spot on so far.
Love the chamfered sapphire and other minor touch-up
Thanks. I've already turned it in to a watchmaker, and they've said that Seiko can't supply the crown tube on its own. Only including the watch case.
Maybe I can find another watchmaker that can source a non-seiko part.
What worries me is that Seiko can only provide a whole new watch case, so maybe the crown tube is somehow integrated in the case?
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Stunning!My 007, now with extra Dr.Seikostein for your delectation:
Atlas One bezel (polished) with a Planet Ocean insert.
Here's one that's been seen on the forum from time to time, Seiko's reverential homage to Sinn:
And here's a wristshot of my homage to the one above in turn, a modded 007 on an anvil bracelet:
If Seiko would remake the Spork with a 6R15, sapphire, and a machined bracelet clasp, I'd grab a new one in less time than it takes a catfight to break out in the Bear Pit.
OD green today
I stole the look from learningtofly who had the same NATO on his in the PADI thread.
A blue hand you say? That would have been a nice touch!
My SUN023 that has been on a nato since day 1.
Had these on yesterday and today, two of my personal favourites.
Nice pair AAddict.
Just checked my fly when I read that
Lovely vintage you have there
Heh... Nah I was looking at your chest! ;)
Thank you! Bit small on the wrist but it's quite a nice little watch. Would like a 7546-604a really, though
Is there any chance you could do a quick side-by-side shot of the Baby Tuna and Kinetic Tuna, please? I was torn between the two and went with the SUN019 in the end as I believed it would be the bigger watch overall.
That looks good on the leather natoMy SUN023 that has been on a nato since day 1.
My new to me but 30 year old Tuna
The Kinetic is visibly larger on my small 6.5" wrist.
I recently sold this but it unfortunately turned up at its new home needing some attention - assumed to have taken quite a knock in transit. Anyhow it's back in my care, hands re-set and reunited with its bracelet.
All is good!
And with a PADI variant...
Love your PADI variant! ❤️I recently sold this but it unfortunately turned up at its new home needing some attention - assumed to have taken quite a knock in transit. Anyhow it's back in my care, hands re-set and reunited with its bracelet.
All is good!
And with a PADI variant...
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Thanks very much for that, as much as I love the look of the Baby Tuna it looks like I make the correct choice, size-wise, with the 019.The Kinetic is visibly larger on my small 6.5" wrist.
Can anyone confirm the correct way to gain entry into the Quartz Bell-Matic? I think it's through the back but I'm very wary of trying to remove the case back. (I need to adjust the hands).
Bought one of them back around 1979 (tax-free in Japan, for around £50) - used it for work, so it didn't last more than 3yrs. Still like the clean looks.Just arrived - 7546-606A
Al
Due to my small wrists, the Baby Tuna is almost the max I can take. The Kinetic looks too big, thus I hardly ever wore it.
let me know if you ever want to sell this quartz , stunning
2nd post for me on this thread with the same watch - should never have sold it and its taken ages to find another:
Stunning.2nd post for me on this thread with the same watch - should never have sold it and its taken ages to find another:
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Just finished putting this together. NOS bezel, 7548 white day wheel and black 6119 date wheel as the replacement 7546 movement was sitting in a 3 o'clock case originally. Dial case and hands came from Cam in Oz. Thanks Cam if you see this!
Nice! this my seiko sports 200
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Not worn this for a while
Ever since I've had it it's always gained around 16s per day but since I set it and put it on on Wednesday it's only gained 2s, not sure what that's all about!
New bezel insert for my Arnie today
Seiko Frequency Drum Machine watch
Seiko PADI Turtle for me this weekend.
Still on stock bracelet as I'm awaiting an OM Blue rubber!
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Something you don't see ever day
just arrived yesterday...
and back from a movement service...
http://cloud.tapatalk.com/s/582e0232...17_191421.jpg? my first Seiko!
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^^^ Congratulations. A nice first Seiko. :-)
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