Thoughts on servicing a skx007j

I wouldn't unless there was a problem. My watchmaker suggested if any of my older Seikos need service to just swap in a compatible modern movement (which would have the added bonus of hacking / handwinding etc...)

Ok, so maybe it is better not do do anything until it stops working or loses too much time. I don’t plan on selling so changing the movement would be a good idea for later. Thanks!

I’ve heard seikos are practically bombproof, you might not need servicing for 10 + years

My 009 is over a decade but lighly wear.

I don't call it servicing. I call it repairing. If it ain't broke....

If you're really seeing problems with it, you can get the movement upgraded to NH35 like I did for my SKX. Also, adding hacking and handwinding is a small luxury that's nice to have.

Ok, no need to worry then hahaha

The watch has no problem but like you my skx is very important to me. No noticable extreme time loss but I love the piece.

Yep, hacking and handwinding would be good to have.

I wouldn't bother (and I LOVE the SKX and owned one for the last 23 years). When/if the movement tanks, you can do a full swap with a new 4R36 or a NOS 7S26 for about a third the cost of a service.

Wow 23 years! Have you changed the movement or your skx hasn’t stopped yet?

If it ain’t broke…….those are tanks and really don’t require service unless there is a problem

Ya man, these chug on forever! I did actually. After about 18 years or so it started to have issues with the amplitude and the beat error was slipping, even after regulation. The escapement was just showing its age - well, mileage more than age, really. I had a watchmaker pop in a new old stock 7S26 he had for about $60 and good to go for another couple decades now 😂

I actually gifted that watch about a month and a half ago. So went and bought another SKX - a 009 this time 😂

That watches movement is looking a little dodgy too. Looks like a timegrapher might be in my future... It's an early 2000s watch, so I might be swapping that movement too depending on how it reads and settles in after a couple weeks of wear

Servicing your SKX007, you say? This one runs basically forever, buddy. Bought mine in Year 2000 (24 years ago). Never serviced 😅It actually went scuba dive with me and spent weeks on the snowy mountain with me. Still works.

I was also thinking in getting a skx009 because of the size but idk if it’s worth it with the prices

Wearing it for what it’s made for. Amazing! It’s clear now that I shouldn’t worry about mine

If it broke down, just get another one. This watch just carries on giving and doesn’t ask anything in return ✌️. I think that why every enthusiast respects it so much.

The size is exactly the same as the 007, just a different colourway. Hunt around. The used prices of these have come way down from the craziness of the last couple years. Mine is basically new old stock and cost about as much as a used Seiko 5 Sports. Which is about what they should go for given inflation. You just get a better watch for the money imho 😁

Now, the full kit, pristine, new old stock that's been in the box for the last 16 years forgotten on a shelf are still going for a premium, mind you.

Got confused with the skx013

I repair watches. Don't service a watch that doesn't have any problems. It's essentially an entire overhaul of all of the mechanical workings. You can rebuild your car's engine with every service, it won't hurt, but it's going to cost you. I have watches that have fifty-year-old oil in them and they still run. Modern synthetic lubricants are a marvel of engineering.

In the case of your SKX, those Seiko movements are so common and affordable, a swop will be much easier, cheaper and less hassle than a service. Rather wait until it starts running with low amplitude or runs and stops.

Ryan says good things. I have a Seiko that has been serviced three times. Its my every day watch. SKX 175. Send it to Seiko. If interested go to Seiko service on the computer. Itrs in New Jersey. You can see the procedure and cost there. I don't remember but i think the 7s26 movement service is around 120.00. Plus handeling,postage back, postage there. extra parts if available. You must say what you want though. Don't send it and say movement service. Say movement service,gaskets,water test, Then extra like crystal bracelet,etc.

Have it serviced if time keeping gets worse. Lubricants will start losing their properties in 5 years or so(depends on brand/usage etc etc), after that parts on your movement may start wearing. Another point to keep in mind is that the rubber seals (which make your watch waterproof) will lose elasticity by time and this is big risk if you wear your watch diving/swimming etc. These will also be replaced when servicing.

Btw mine was serviced after 15 years when timekeeping/power reserve got worse.

Only take it if something is wrong. Modern synthetic oils don't go bad like they used to.

It's all about amplitude and beat error!

NH, Miyota, Sellita, base ETA movements just get replaced these days.

No worries. I'd snap up an skx013 if one ever came along at the right price/condition. It's something I have my eye out for

Like a good older Toyota or Honda engine 🍷

I Had an SKX009 I bought new in 1996 that eventually got destroyed on a job, and now have a 2019 SKX007 I plan on running till it will not keep time. When that happens I will swap in a new 7S26 or have an NH36 done with it. Will be cheaper than doing a service on a 7s26!