In this video, Dan puts together his first NH34 build, and quite possibly his best looking one yet, in a collaboration with Namoki using their GS Style Diver Case. He also talks about his mistakes when watch building thanks to a viewer comment.
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AFFILIATE LINKS (NAMOKIMODS):
These parts were recieved for free for this build in collaboration with Namoki.
Namoki Store:
➤ https://www.namokimods.com/?ref=itsanotherwatchYT
Use Code: ITSANOTHERWATCH5 to get 5% off orders over SGD40/£23/$30( code excludes complete watches, Bergeon tools, and movements)
Parts List:
➤Slim LX Bezel - Steel Finish: https://www.namokimods.com/en-gb/collections/seiko-watch-bezels/products/skx007-srpd-slim-lx-bezel-steel-finish?ref=itsanotherwatchYT
➤MM300 Style Bezel Insert: https://www.namokimods.com/en-gb/collections/bezel-inserts/products/skx007-srpd-ceramic-bezel-insert-mm-style-black?ref=itsanotherwatchYT
➤62Mas Hands: https://www.namokimods.com/en-gb/collections/hands/products/watch-hands-62mas-polished-finish
➤Caseback: https://www.namokimods.com/en-gb/collections/casebacks/products/skx-slim-sapphire-caseback?ref=itsanotherwatchYT
➤Case+Bracelet: https://www.namokimods.com/en-gb/collections/skx007-cases/products/nmk944-skx007-gs-dive-watch-bundle-steel-finish
➤Signed Crown: https://www.namokimods.com/en-gb/collections/skx-crowns/products/skx-crown-polished-finish?ref=itsanotherwatchYT
➤Sapphire Crystal (NH34 Compatible)https://www.namokimods.com/en-gb/collections/seiko-double-domed-sapphire-crystals/products/nmk310-skx-flat-sapphire-crystal-nh34-compatible?ref=itsanotherwatchYT
➤NH34 Movement: https://www.namokimods.com/en-gb/collections/movements/products/seiko-sii-nh34a-gmt-automatic-movement?ref=itsanotherwatchYT
➤GMT Hand: https://www.namokimods.com/en-gb/collections/hands/products/watch-hands-arrow-gmt-hands?variant=42061810368687
➤Gold Rotor: https://www.namokimods.com/en-gb/collections/rotors/products/nh-movement-rotor-asanoha-gold-finish?ref=itsanotherwatchYT
TOOLS:
➤Gel Casing Cushion: https://www.namokimods.com/en-gb/collections/modding-tools-accessories/products/gel-watch-case-cushion
➤Bergeon Rodico (6033): https://www.namokimods.com/en-gb/collections/modding-tools-accessories/products/bergeon-6033-rodico-cleaning-putty-watch-repair-tool?ref=itsanotherwatchYT
➤Hand Setting Tool: https://www.namokimods.com/en-gb/collections/modding-tools-accessories/products/hand-setting-tool-gmt-compatible?ref=itsanotherwatchYT
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Parts purchased for this build:
AliExpress Parts:
➤BLACK 24 Hour GMT Chapter Ring: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005005462064798.html
➤Gold Second Hand: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005005999403378.html
➤MM300 Style Bezel Insert: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005006195786226.html
➤OEM Dial: SPB149: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005007036988079.html
MonsterWatches:
SPB187 Hands: https://www.monsterwatches.eu/product/spb187-hands/
(I requested a gold second hand in the notes during checkout)
SEIKOMODS.COM (UK CrystalTimes):
➤LX Bezel (Polished): https://www.seikomods.com/shop/ct270-skx007-srpd-case-type-bezel-lx-2-options/
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Chapters:
0:00:00 Introduction
0:00:19 An admission of ignorance & incompetence
0:02:31 Summary of the video
0:03:09 Looking at the Parts
0:11:23 Re-luming the Gold AliExpress Second Hand
0:13:00 Checking the enlarged Dial Hole for the GMT hand with the NH34
0:13:42 Removing the Dial Feet
0:14:36 Enlarging the Center hole of the OEM Dial
0:17:03 Applying Dial Dots to the Movement ring
0:18:28 Putting in the Chapter Ring
0:19:17 Putting in the Crystal
0:20:30 Putting on the Dial
0:22:30 Checking Dial alignment with Chapter Ring
0:23:21 (Incorrectly) Putting on 62 Mas Hands
0:27:36 Casing & Attaching Gold Rotor
0:28:35 Sizing the Stem and attaching the Crown
0:30:40 Putting on the Caseback (& Gasket)
0:31:01 Checking function and Attaching a Bezel
0:32:46 Applying Bezel Insert
0:36:35 Trying to Adjust GMT Hand Alignment
0:37:17 Sizing & Attaching the Bracelet
0:38:45 First Wrist-Shot
0:39:02 Removing 62MAS Hands
0:39:58 Putting on MM200 hands
0:45:37 Casing the Movement Again
0:46:40 "Mistakes were Made" (Summary)
0:51:05 Applying the insert to the Polished LX Bezel
0:53:42 Initial Thoughts and Ramblings
0:54:56 Conclusion
1:01:03 Final Thoughts
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Music: Knowpe - Noir Et Blanc Vie (YouTube Audio Library)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TciRSdinOno