Watchmaking is a fascinating field that combines precision, passion and technical know-how. Whether you're a watch enthusiast looking to customize your favorite timepieces, or you're venturing into the fascinating world of Seiko mods, you'll need the right tools. We present a comprehensive guide to the essential tools, all available in our kit specially designed for Seiko watch modders.
Essential tools and how to use them
A wrench to open Seiko-type screw-down casebacks, with bits: this is the basic tool for any watch enthusiast, enabling you to carefully open the screw-down casebacks of Seiko watches. The interchangeable tips can be adapted to different models, making this wrench almost universal.
A hand vise for easy unscrewing: Working on watches requires great precision and constant control. The hand vise makes the task easier by holding the watch firmly while you unscrew it.
A presto for removing needles: This tool enables you to remove needles without damaging them. Essential for many Seiko mods.
A 53mm cushion: To protect your watch and your workspace, the cushion offers a safe, soft place to rest your watch while you work on it.
6 Doigtiers pour ne laisser pas de traces: Fingertiers protect watches from fingerprints and small scratches. They are a must for every serious watchmaker.
Grease forWater resistance: This component is crucial for maintaining theWater resistance of your watch after modification. It ensures that your watch remains protected against water and dust, prolonging its life.
A "knife" for removing bezels: This tool enables you to remove the bezel from the watch with care and precision, which is often necessary when customizing a watch.
An adjustable movement holder for stability during hand installation: When handling the delicate parts of a watch, stability is paramount. This tool provides stable support for the movement of the watch while you install the hands.
Rodico for cleaning or holding parts: this malleable substance is ideal for cleaning small watch parts, and can also be used to hold parts in place while you work on them.
Nylon-tipped tweezers for scratch-free handling: These specially designed tweezers allow you to handle small watch parts without scratching them, guaranteeing clean, careful work.
Assortment of 3 needle punchers with 6 different tips: These tools are indispensable for installing watch hands. The different tips enable you to work on a variety of watch models and hands.
1.6mm and 1.2mm screwdrivers: These precision screwdrivers are needed for disassembly and assembly of the various watch parts. Their sizes are suitable for working on small watch parts and bracelets.
Bar tool with tip and fork (for watchbands): This tool is designed to help install and remove watch bands. It includes a tip and a fork to accommodate different types of bracelets.
Dust blower: When handling watches, it's essential to maintain a clean working environment. This blower bulb helps you to flush unwanted dust from your workspace.
BBmod microfiber wipe for cleaning your watch: Finally, this microfiber wipe is ideal for cleaning your watch and giving it a clean, shiny finish.
Why choose a Kit?
Now that you understand the importance and use of each tool, why should you consider buying a Seiko mod tool kit? Here are a few reasons:
- Convenience: Rather than searching and buying each tool individually, our kit offers all the tools you need in one place.
- Consistency: Each tool in our kit has been carefully selected to work together optimally, ensuring the consistency and quality of your work.
- Savings: You'll also make substantial savings on delivery costs by buying all at once, and from the same place.
If you're ready to start your journey into the world of Seiko watches and mods, you can buy the BBmod kit now by clicking here. With our tool kit, the whole world of watchmaking is at your fingertips!