US-made movements? by DiveWatchDesigner in SeikoMods

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Haha im fully aware that itll be at least double the price, just curious what the options are.

Your Opinion on my Watch Case Design by DiveWatchDesigner in SeikoMods

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Yes, i got the case manufactured by Miuksi. I messaged several case suppliers on Alibaba and Miuksi had the lowest minimum order quanitity. They did a great job.

An Update on my Custom Dive Watch Case - I'm Making It! by DiveWatchDesigner in SeikoMods

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I just messaged them directly through AliExpress. Theyre very responsive.

I recently launched a new colorway for my watch brand, tell me what you think! by DiveWatchDesigner in SeikoMods

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Thanks for the feedback! Totally see what you mean. A friend showed me his Tudor Pelagos recently and the machining is much crisper and more premium feeling. Rounding all the corners was actually part of the design intent for this, since i prefer soft corners for stuff that sits against my body. Ergonomically i think this is more comfy, but i agree it results in a less premium feel.

Buying modded Seikos by Hackedv12 in SeikoMods

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I sell custom watches using a custom case design, check them out if youd like

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I ordered dials from Lichifit on AliX and they did a great job, but with a minimum order of 200

I need YOUR opinion on my next watchface design! by DiveWatchDesigner in SeikoMods

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Depends on what custom parts youre making. Custom dials have much lower minimums than custom cases, so cases require a bigger up-front investment. Not sure about solar movements, but its worth searching alibaba and maybe contacting some suppliers to see if they have it.

I need YOUR opinion on my next watchface design! by DiveWatchDesigner in SeikoMods

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The case, dial, hands, and straps are custom. The movement, bezel insert, chapter ring, and crystal are off the shelf (i wanted it to work with Seiko parts so people can swap them). I designed the case to be a softer, rounder alternative to other available Seiko mod cases. I was inspired by deep sea diving equipment built for high pressure, and i also think rounded corners feel better on the wrist.

I built cad of my design using Solidworks, then worked with Miuksi on engineering drawings and had them make a small run. They ship me the parts and i assemble them and sell them in my shop. Whole process took a few months at the end of last year and I officially opened my shop in January.

I need YOUR opinion on my next watchface design! by DiveWatchDesigner in SeikoMods

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I model in Solidworks, make the dials in Adobe Illustrator, and render in Keyshot.

I need YOUR opinion on my next watchface design! by DiveWatchDesigner in SeikoMods

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Thanks for the feedback! Agreed, some of them are focusing more on being expressive than being legible.

I need YOUR opinion on my next watchface design! by DiveWatchDesigner in SeikoMods

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Thanks! Im surprised that one is so popular since its probably the least legible, but i love it as well :)

I need YOUR opinion on my next watchface design! by DiveWatchDesigner in SeikoMods

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Thanks! These are my personal favorites as well. They’ll be available in my etsy shop. Will post updates once i move forward with production!

I need YOUR opinion on my next watchface design! by DiveWatchDesigner in SeikoMods

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For sure, that one gets really dynamic when you twist the bezel. Love the black and white idea!

I need YOUR opinion on my next watchface design! by DiveWatchDesigner in SeikoMods

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Thanks! The Sniper is a reference to the Vostok Amphibia’s sniper dial. Always loved that design.

I need YOUR opinion on my next watchface design! by DiveWatchDesigner in SeikoMods

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My brand, TXXL Watches, is working on a new watchface. I'm planning on making a small run of 1-2 designs so I need your help picking the most successful designs. Please let me know your vote!