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Spencer Klein
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I am a professional watchsmith who specializes in vintage Seiko restoration. These are videos that I make for my customers to walk them through their watches during evaluation and after servicing. My goal is to have my customers have a solid understanding of how their watch is doing, and to understand a bit more about the internal workings of a watch.
I do evaluations for free, so if you have a question or want a watch checked out, drop me a line.
I do evaluations for free, so if you have a question or want a watch checked out, drop me a line.
KVW's Overdue Review! Rdunae R2X 6105-8110 Willard homage! August 16, 2024
Rdunae has put out a new version of their 6105 Willard homage and I take a look at it.
PSA: This video contains sub-optimal levels of editing, enough to get it done. We have zero script beyond the questions people have sent in. Same for the sound - I forget my microphone pretty regularly, so if you can hear *anything* count that as a win. Even if that "anything" is tuneless humming. I did pump up the volume though. YMMV if you choose to spend part of your life on this. No Refunds. Enjoy!
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No ammonites were harmed in the making of this video.
PSA: This video contains sub-optimal levels of editing, enough to get it done. We have zero script beyond the questions people have sent in. Same for the sound - I forget my microphone pretty regularly, so if you can hear *anything* count that as a win. Even if that "anything" is tuneless humming. I did pump up the volume though. YMMV if you choose to spend part of your life on this. No Refunds. Enjoy!
www.kleinvintagewatch.com
kleinvintagewatch
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No ammonites were harmed in the making of this video.
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For CO: Seiko 6138-0040 Brown Bullhead restoration. August 14, 2024
Просмотров 8767 часов назад
Restoration of a low-hours bullhead from October 1976. Interesting to see that the non-lumed dial is still dated on the back (also October 1976). Beautiful time capsule of a watch. PSA: This video contains sub-optimal levels of editing, enough to get it done. We have zero script beyond the questions people have sent in. Same for the sound - I forget my microphone pretty regularly, so if you can...
Mail Call 224! August 9, 2024
Просмотров 65619 часов назад
The Rdunae R2X 6105. Owning a ton of watches. A Daini with no Daini symbol? The San Marco 6215. 7002 diver inserts vs 6309 ones. A simple timegrapher question re: beat error that can't be beat and how to beat it. The glory of the 6309 and my total inability to remember what the type of geometry of the case is called. Gold watches. The Golden Tuna. And a quick greenbean. PSA: This video contains...
For JB: Seiko 6217-8001 62mas evaluation, August 7, 2024
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Evaluation of an unrestored 62mas before restoration.
For AP: Seiko 6110-0010 61RW pocket watch evaluation, August 7, 2024
Просмотров 438День назад
Pre-servicing evaluation of a fresh-from-Japan 61RW railroad-approved pocket watch
For MR: Seiko 6139-6005 "Pogue" evaluation, August 7, 2024
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Pre-servicing evaluation of a late 6139 gold-dialed "Pogue", complete with the original taper H-link bracelet.
For PM: Seiko 7549-7009 Golden Tuna evaluation, August 7, 2024
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Evaluation of an NOS unworn example of Seiko's 7549 professional 600m diver.
SOLD! Seiko 6309-7040 "Short Text" - rarest variant! August 2, 2024
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.14 дней назад
kleinvintagewatch.com/watchesforsale/seiko-6309-7040-short-text-150m-diver-rarest-variant-november-1984
Mail Call 223! Another hot August 2, 2024
Просмотров 59714 дней назад
Deadpool & Wolverine spoilers all the way at the end! The Lorus Pogue. Imagining thrift stores in Japan. The so-called "Junior pogue" 70m sport divers. Troubleshooting the 7548. 6309 / 7548 inserts - flat or sloped. A brief history of Lorus. Can a 7548 benefit from an underluming? Brief talk about jeweling those center wheel & lower mainspring arbor ports. Are these watches functionally & funda...
Klein Vintage Greenbean: Judgement Day! August 1, 2024
Просмотров 72714 дней назад
This is it. The dreaded safety test. I wargamed the heck out of it. Ran the route virtually on street views. Did a dry run with the family car, and then a Greenbean complete dry run, start to finish. And then a seeming disaster, when she died in the McDonald’s drive-through. This gripping tale and more in this penultimate entry in the Greenbean saga.
Mail Call 222! July 26, 2024
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So much talk about the mid-sized 6119-6020 70m sport diver and all its variants - 6106, 6319 etc - and their colors. Caseback sizes - swappable? Seiko 7A28-7040 vs 7049 - differences? The glorious 7548, again. Hand remover question. What's a Seiko 5? Rdunae homage watch mention. The Lorus Pogue. A quick word re: the excellence of vintage Seiko. And a quick Greenbean follow-up discussion - next ...
SAVED FROM THE GARBAGE! For AH: Seiko 7548-7000 - July 25, 2024
Просмотров 4,2 тыс.21 день назад
A long-time customer was able to save an old Seiko from getting tossed out. He sent it here, so let's restore it! It's a 7548-7000, the JDM version with Kanji / English daywheel. Five jewels, high-torque movement with variable trimmer capable of adjustment to hundredths of a second accuracy. Absolutely serious tool watch usage, but no abuse. Some moisture damage from condensation to hour and mi...
Mail Call 221! Hollywood rain, July 19, 2024
Просмотров 85428 дней назад
I forgot the microphone, sorry. Lots of rain fyi. We talk the glorious 754x family. The glorious 7A's. The glorious Pulsar Y514. Twist-o-flex - yea or nay. Which is better, 7009 or 7019. 7A38's Paul Newman. The 7C46 'Ashtray'. Using a laser to clean rust? Bell-matics. A quick review re: oiling pallet forks the KVW way. How much beat error is too much? Remakes, homages, the 1959 38mm Alpinist vs...
For CS: Seiko 7009-8740 restoration, July 18, 2024
Просмотров 80528 дней назад
Restoration of a family piece, a 7009 dress watch that has seen a lot of service. Includes full disassembly, timegrapher numbers, etc. PSA: This video contains sub-optimal levels of editing, enough to get it done. We have zero script beyond the questions people have sent in. Same for the sound - I forget my microphone pretty regularly, so if you can hear *anything* count that as a win. Even if ...
For BF: A Seiko 6138-8020 Golden Panda, as requested. July 12, 2024
Просмотров 476Месяц назад
I built a watch for an old watch buddy to consider, and here it is. PSA: This video contains sub-optimal levels of editing, enough to get it done. We have zero script beyond the questions people have sent in. Same for the sound - I forget my microphone pretty regularly, so if you can hear *anything* count that as a win. Even if that "anything" is tuneless humming. I did pump up the volume thoug...
KVW's Overdue Review: Seiko 7A28-7040 JDM Speedtimer. July 12, 2024
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KVW's Overdue Review: Seiko 7A28-7040 JDM Speedtimer. July 12, 2024
Fresh From Japan! A Seiko 7A28-7040 JDM 15j speedtimer - July 11, 2024
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Fresh From Japan! A Seiko 7A28-7040 JDM 15j speedtimer - July 11, 2024
KVW presents: A Very Seiko Catalog - 1982 & 1983 JDM Vol 1. July 11, 2024
Просмотров 469Месяц назад
KVW presents: A Very Seiko Catalog - 1982 & 1983 JDM Vol 1. July 11, 2024
For CS: Seiko 7009-8740 Dress Watch, pre-restoration evaluation, July 10, 2024
Просмотров 597Месяц назад
For CS: Seiko 7009-8740 Dress Watch, pre-restoration evaluation, July 10, 2024
For CB: Seiko 7C43-6020 JDM baby tuna restoration July 3, 2024
Просмотров 782Месяц назад
For CB: Seiko 7C43-6020 JDM baby tuna restoration July 3, 2024
For AC: SEIKO 6139-7039 ‘Baby Jumbo’ restoration, June 27, 2024
Просмотров 944Месяц назад
For AC: SEIKO 6139-7039 ‘Baby Jumbo’ restoration, June 27, 2024
KVW Presents: A Very Seiko Catalog - 1986 & 1994 - a 6458 bracelet search
Просмотров 469Месяц назад
KVW Presents: A Very Seiko Catalog - 1986 & 1994 - a 6458 bracelet search
For CB: Seiko 7C43-6020 JDM baby tuna evaluation. June 24, 2024
Просмотров 744Месяц назад
For CB: Seiko 7C43-6020 JDM baby tuna evaluation. June 24, 2024
For AC: SEIKO 6139-7039 ‘Baby Jumbo’ evaluation
Просмотров 741Месяц назад
For AC: SEIKO 6139-7039 ‘Baby Jumbo’ evaluation
For BC: Seiko 6138-0040 - full restoration - June 18, 2024
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.Месяц назад
For BC: Seiko 6138-0040 - full restoration - June 18, 2024
For BC: Seiko 6138-0040 Evaluation - June 12, 2024
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For BC: Seiko 6138-0040 Evaluation - June 12, 2024
KVW’s Which Watch! Pt. 2 - Hitting a wall with the 7107 - June 9, 2024
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KVW’s Which Watch! Pt. 2 - Hitting a wall with the 7107 - June 9, 2024
I am still going to patiently wait for an original 6105
is the 8l35 and 55 movements just based on 7s ? I thought it was different
@23:43 is that row of holes under the bezel a *spring-the clicky spring* ? (between the bezel and the case). I can't remember seeing that on a seiko
Hey Guys, I hope you are keeping well! I recently added an SBSS003 (1997 Sport Diver reissue) to the collection, with a well used case. However, on one side of the case, there is a patina I can only describe as looking like a heat stain on the metal, leaving it discoloured and with some rainbow stains. My question is, is there a non invasive way that I can remove or neutralise the surface oxidation? Or is some kind of re finishing the only way I could remove or lessen the stain? It's very peculiar, and the first time I've come across it. Anyway all the best- Lawson (ps I sent some pictures on Instagram)
Hands are misaligned, its a chinese specialty.
Out of curiosity, what’s the best way to frost the markers? I can’t stand the look of the polished ones and because of that I rarely wear my R2X
SPB151 replicates the crystal look 100%. It’s only missing the framed date window and the crown.
Stunning condition.
ohhh, such a beauty !!!
Jesus that insert looks original, with the triangle tip printed inside and the numbers look also Seiko even though maybe a little too thick. Maybe in person is easier to spot it but on video looks scary original.
Swing and a miss. Not saying it wouldn't satisfy many but having had a 6105-8110 lo these many years all I can see are the flaws. Not that it matters, I'm no purist, wear what you like and like what you wear. I LOVE my Rdunae RA03 and RA01 field watches. The RA03 is what Hamilton should make if they had the balls to produce a modern KFM in 34.5mm. The RA01 has been a good placeholder for a CWC G10 but is a damn good interpretation for under $50! EDIT: I'm not knocking Rduane on this effort. Compared to where the 6105 clomage market was 10 years ago this is phenomenal. Kudos to them for the 19mm lugs. Every 20mm version of this case just has screwy proportions.
I'm glad for the ammonites. And you deserve an unforgivable microphone.
well for the money this has to be an option if you're looking at cost and want that look. +6 seconds with no beat error for a NH35.... you have to think about this.
Looked at getting one of these last year during the sale but they sold out.
I have this watch, and I absolutely LOVE it. I wish the applied-logo was a brushed (rather than polished) finish, but other than that I have complaints whatsoever.
Think Seiko has to move things around to comply with various dive standards on newer watches, so they cannot just recreate it exactly, unlike rdunea..who don't have to comply with anything...Seiko cannot now put the date window where it used to be for example, and delete a marker.
They did in the SLA033.
i have one, i also had the sla033, its more of a copy of the 033 than 491, which i also own
I have this watch… my lume melted n disintegrated ….
Oh damn. Just like that? Have you reached them out for this?
Seiko has better reissue called SLA033 , BUT it sold out immediately and they command premium. Prices hovering around 6000-7000$ 🤯
There were plenty for sale on the 2nd hand market 6 months ago closer to $3000, even when I sold my one I got abit below $3500
A Seiko Quartztester-sweet!! Just got my hands on a King Quartz from 1979. One of the Twin Quartz models. Would love to send it your way for a service one of these days
I'd be interested in seeing you autopsy the movement. Is it clean inside? Fingerprints? Oiled correctly?
4 pips either side of the 0 marker on the bezel
Nice :)
I just picked up their feild watches the other day, they make awesome stuff
You're right about the crystal profile being the issue with the doubling effect of the hash marks. I've been messing around with trying to make my Rdunae more accurate to the 6105 and the shallower crystal profile and lack of double dome makes the dial not look as accurate to a real Willard. While Rdunae makes some very nice watches, I don't recommend looking into the Rdunae R1 Tuna, mine has a weird issue where the bezel gasket rubs on the click spring causing it to break and jamming up the rotating bezel. The allen head screws that hold the shroud on are such a soft metal that they've rounded over and I really can't take the watch apart anymore to work on it. It's a shame because it's a super interesting design but just has a few flaws that really kill it for me.
Nice bit of kit they have done a great job
@spencer Curious if the other 6105 lookalikes-e.g., Heimdallr or Addiesdive-differ in quality or are rebranded Rdunaes
I have owned Addiesdive and it’s a completely different watch. Everything is off, dimensions, insert, lug size etc. Rdunae is the closest to the real thing.
They are all different from the RDUNAE. Just look at the crown position and the lug width.
As a fan of the 6105 and the homages i enjoyed this review of yours as well as the points you made about the homage being more faithful to the original. While it also has problems being faithful to the original are you familiar with the SLA033J? I'd like to hear your thoughts on that watch too.
Could not get the OG nor the SLA033. The new re-issues are not for me as Im not a fan of the prosper logo on the dial. SLA051 would have been awesome but the PS logo just isn't for me. Just modded one of these. Splendid watch base for the 6105-wannabe build. @Zikan guided me through.
I have the black and sandblasted on order. To what degree did you mod?
The Addiesdive is comparable to this Rdunea, and you can get it for under $75 . It has the same NH35 in it as well
Nope. There are differences, The R2X is fairly good homage to it.
@@ronin7106 I believe you. Could you describe some of the differences?
The Rdunae case is strangely familiar. I have a Steel Dive watch that follows the same case lines. Scuttlebutt is that Addies Dive used Steel Dive as the same (leading) case manufacturer. I suspect that it's the same "friendly" case as all three have the same NH35 movement. The case finish and smooth rounded bodied polished curves leads all others (in house?) I do like the case back logo of the Rdunae. I fail to see the charm of the rubber watch band. First time you rip thru till a hole to the next adjacent hole the band is trash.
Not at all, two completely different things.
Nh 35 is nh 35 my main point is that the2 watches were comparable and the addiesdive or steeldive 1970 are under a hundred by far.
One MAJOR thing that’s missing that I love about the original is the crystal shape. The bevel multiplies the minute markers giving such a cool look.
Can you mod it?
Would be interesting to see a water resistance test.
It'll pass. I'm using one for over a year and it passed WR testing at the watchmaker as well as swimming in the Indian ocean and several swimming pools. And a second one succeeded as well.
Nice seiko
What a fabulous watch 👍 thanks Spencer lovely video
Hey S&S Question for next mail call: I really loved the comparison videos you did for the 7548 and 7c43 a while back. Any chance we can see another comparison series - this time on the 7002 v the SKX? Also - how are things going for you both musically lately? Spencer on the partscaster and Sabrina on the ukulele. Lots of love for Australia
Spencer- About the beat error adjustment. You gotta rotate the collet on most watches from the 50's back. I have worked on lots of Bulovas and older watches without a beat error adjustment. In my vintage experience any brands put their own beat error adjusters in starting in the mid-late 50's. Bulova had theirs, A Schild had theirs, FHF, etc.. Dunno who had it first, but the oldest I can remember working on with beat error adjustment is a 40's Mido bumper movement. By the mid 60's everyone had beat error adjusting, even cheap Caravelles. This is not definitive, just my experience.
All dat amzwatch watches sssssoooooooo gorgeous!
Wrong movement and hand, should be 6139A movement instead of 6139B for 1971 serial number and the second hand should be a 2-piece hand
One stunning watch there
Nice watch
I have never been disappointed since I became a customer of MAMACOO. Their watches are of exceptional quality.
Can’t beat gold polished Roman numerals that sparkle like jewels in the sunlight. Loving the sun ray dial man that pops! MAMACOO watches. What a beautiful subtle piece.
It always amazes me how much beauty and precision are added to the parts of amzwatch's watch 99% of people will never see.
Hi, nice service on a beautiful example Spencer. I understand some JDM 6138's have 23 jewel movements, where are the extra jewels over the 21j model, are the escape wheel jewels diafix?
The first seiko diver seikomatic silver wave (jdm) J12082 with the first tsunami wave on the case black,is more beautiful. The 6306 is not the 3e is the 4e génération?
Great work Spencer, as always. By the way, beautiful watch. Thank you so much.
maybe it is possible to put a Seagull ST6 movement inside the rdunae RA03. it is a tiny movement, 20mm diameter i believe. you can buy it either mechanical or automatic.
❤Thanks
i have a complete pogue set orginal glass black dail its for sale send you the pictures two weeks ago...i can send you some more pictures ???
Hi Sabrina, hi Spencer. Love your mail calls. It's just so relaxing to listen to you two. Talking about the 6159-7000 homage by San Martin: I would love to hear your opinion about the SLA025 homage by Fifty Four Watches, which is also available on the WR Watches store. I think it looks pretty cool. It seems to be a bit smaller than the San Martin and the Seiko SLA025 which I find quite interesting. Oh, and did I mention that it is made of grade 5 titanium? 😀