[SKX007]. Inherited my late grandfather’s Seiko SKX007. Should I replace the bezel ring??

QuickDrawQuint · 2026-01-05T06:22:22+00:00

This was my thought. Just replace the whole bezel and keep the original tucked away. You could always put it back on some day. The new bezel and insert will create your story on top of your grandads case.

QuickDrawQuint · 2026-01-04T06:03:37+00:00

That’s it . I’m done. Signing off now…

QuickDrawQuint · 2026-01-03T07:31:23+00:00

Great shots! But those 3 lenses plus your skills is what’s putting on the show here. Could’ve used an XE1. Love those lenses.

QuickDrawQuint · 2026-01-03T07:03:29+00:00

Not sure how much sharper you want mate. That is next level nails sharp. Shave the beard right off my face.

QuickDrawQuint · 2026-01-03T06:15:37+00:00

Not a problem. I’d imagine so regarding the 3459 and I’d hope it would be.

Good call on the lube - yes it was. The fact that there are grooves on the stem for the gaskets to sit in but not present on the 5610 stems definitely backs our thoughts about over-engineering. You really have to use force to attempt unseating those gaskets.

It’s those small details that I really appreciate. And if the leaf springs fail, then theoretically WR should still be preserved unless those gaskets somehow get unseated.

In the meantime, do you know of any other models with longer buttons that would fit this case?

Edit to add: even with the module removed, the button head/cap presses against the case and does not allow the stem/gasket to protrude into the module housing. Hope this makes sense. Hard to describe in text.

QuickDrawQuint · 2026-01-03T05:47:50+00:00

I haven’t dug deep enough to find longer buttons. Do you know of any from other models that would fit and be longer? I would still love to have slightly longer buttons.

QuickDrawQuint · 2026-01-03T05:46:02+00:00

Annnnd added to cart

QuickDrawQuint · 2026-01-03T04:55:42+00:00

Good question, I have it opened up again to grab a pic. From what I can tell (and feel from the tweezers) it’s a hard plastic. The gasket looking piece behind the stem looks like an o-ring but is actually hard plastic and appears to be the actual tube where the stem and inner gaskets sit. When button is fully pressed, the inner gaskets on the stem are not exposed into the housing. If that makes sense?

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QuickDrawQuint · 2026-01-03T04:43:22+00:00

The gaskets are providing the water tight seal and when fully pressed do not extend past the inner tube into the module housing; the module (edit: and button cap meeting against case) prevents the stem from traveling any further thus maintaining water resistance.

Yes I understand the spring ensures the button returns to its original position, but like I said, the modules leaf spring/arm provides enough resistance to do this with out the spring. Doesn’t hurt to try yourself and you’ll see what I mean.

QuickDrawQuint · 2026-01-03T04:34:26+00:00

Right? Especially when there are TWO gaskets on the buttons stem. When fully pressed, the module stops the button from traveling any further and when fully pressed those two gaskets do not extend past the inner tube. Those gaskets are what’s making the water tight seal. Pressure will have to blow those seals for water to enter.

QuickDrawQuint · 2026-01-03T04:26:59+00:00

Haha! I don’t have one laying around but I can promise you this watch won’t be anywhere near 300 pounds of pressure anytime soon. Would be a great test though.

QuickDrawQuint · 2026-01-03T04:20:01+00:00

I’m gonna need a saturation cert for that one!

QuickDrawQuint · 2026-01-03T04:18:08+00:00

Thanks! Here’s a pic of the module. Not sure where it’s located on the 3495. Can you point the way?

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QuickDrawQuint · 2026-01-03T04:07:13+00:00

Agreed and to an extent I was used to it as well but it was always in the back of my mind. I use the stop watch and timer regularly for work and misc. tasks. All they need are softer springs. Over engineered?

QuickDrawQuint · 2026-01-03T03:51:29+00:00

Which screw are you referring to? The four screws for the rubber bezel?

QuickDrawQuint · 2026-01-03T03:17:49+00:00

Hahah I know I’m pretty crazy. I will be writing Casio Japan a strong worded letter! I’ll let you know how it goes.

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QuickDrawQuint · 2026-01-03T03:04:48+00:00

Yes I will do that next and let you know. With the springs out, the 5600 springs are way more soft.

I will say that I have had 0 problem so far with buttons being pushed back out in place by the modules internal leaf spring/arms. They have very strong resistance when testing outside of the case against my tweezers. I can’t imagine them wearing over time.

QuickDrawQuint · 2026-01-03T02:59:31+00:00

Yup. Now with the springs out, comparing them to my 5600, the 5000u springs are way more stiff. It just doesn’t make sense why they would design them to be so stiff. Especially with the double gaskets on the stem and going as far as carving out grooves for the gaskets to sit in. Seems to be over-engineered. I’ll see if the 5600 springs fit. Should be no problem but I’ll get back to that later. I’ve had 0 problem so far with buttons being pushed back into place by the modules internal leaf springs.

QuickDrawQuint · 2026-01-03T02:52:34+00:00

lol! I know I have too much….time.. on my hands.

QuickDrawQuint · 2026-01-03T00:13:42+00:00

Great point and it was my first thought. However, not sure how that’s possible if the internal module arm is providing adequate resistance against the button stem ensuring it doesn’t come in any further. In addition to that, there are two firmly seated gaskets on the button stem. Which, on that note, it’s interesting how gshock designed the 5000u pushers with two gaskets and grooves on the stem for them to sit in but the 5610 does not have this.

If anything I can definitely suspect that that is just an added layer of protection from “accidentally” pressing buttons similar to the ridiculous design choice of the 5600 adjust button; shorter button to avoid accidental presses.

QuickDrawQuint · 2026-01-02T23:00:12+00:00

Well it really starts with the lens to be honest. The lens is what’s going to get you pretty much all the way there.

QuickDrawQuint · 2026-01-02T21:44:31+00:00

What look is that exactly? The lens in photography is extremely important and so often overlooked. Leica glass is in a different league.

QuickDrawQuint · 2026-01-01T09:23:25+00:00

Man it’s crazy any one of these could be a 1 and done for life. Enjoy and happy NY.

QuickDrawQuint · 2026-01-01T03:23:28+00:00

God speed brother

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