I was wondering if anyone can recommend a good watchmaker/specialist that is familiar with vintage Seiko watches. I have recently acquired two perfectly working 1970 Seiko Lord Matic 5606 movement watches but I have heard the quick set on these is problematic due to a plastic sleeve that is prone to shrinking and cracking. It appears to be something that is VERY prone to failure. If anyone knows of a good source to discuss possible fixes I’d be very appreciative.

The band is what got my attention. I love the almost chain mail like look and feel that it has.



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Sure.

Just picked up an Alpinist.



I have the oyster and jubilee from Strapcode for it.



Solid end links, screw links, solid and only $100 each.

Have this old thing.



Took a military with the 7s26 and replaced the day/date wheels with black Monster wheels - makes the watch IMO. I also got a Seiko super oyster for it.



And of course I have the original version of the Black Monster.

Detail from another photo.

This is my 6105-8000 that I purchased in Viet Nam ca. September 1969. You will note that it has the original, Seiko signed, Rolex-type oyster bracelet.

Conventional wisdom is that the Seiko 6105-8000 never had the oyster bracelet, but I purchased this NIB for $35.00 at the PX between my release from the hospital and returning to the field in two weeks.

The oyster bracelet finally broke ca. 1975 and Seiko only had rubber replacements. It currently sports an Sirtoli alligator and I enjoy rotating it with my 1969 Pre-moon Speedy.

I will try to post a current photo in the next couple of days.

The only other Seiko that I currently have is a vintage King Seiko, NIB, somewhere in my safe.

I should get involved with TZ again and post the oyster bracelet photos just to stir the pot.

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1972 6138-3009 AV013 21J auto chronograph. Sirtoli Pericles strap with deployment.

Bought through a Navy shipboard store via special order and maintained through the years. Couldn't afford an Omega Speedmaster so this somewhat similar styled piece fit the bill at the time.




Also have a 2000 orange faced SKX011J diver employing a 7S26 21J movement. It sports a Timefactors rubber strap with deployment.

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Originally posted by Snapping Twig:
Sure. Just picked up an Alpinist.

Wow, the internet sure has made sourcing parts easy!

https://www.strapcode.com/coll...s/for-seiko-alpinist

Thanks for the ideas! I've looked at that watch for a time now and may finally treat myself to an automatic before my next road trip.

For the OP's original query, Spencer Klein is probably the foremost vintage Seiko expert in repairs/refurbishing:

www.kleinvintagewatchrepair.com

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Originally posted by M'headSig:
For the OP's original query, Spencer Klein is probably the foremost vintage Seiko expert in repairs/refurbishing:

www.kleinvintagewatchrepair.com

Thank you. I have been racking my brain trying to remember Klein since I first read this post.

RMD

A little BEWARE for the OP though. I had a 1980's Seiko chrono worked on and after $300+ spent a short time later it died again. Many of the O rings and seals reqd are apparently no longer available.

I wasted a mess of time and money on a formerly great watch that was nothing more than a money pit.

I had my Dad’s Seiko Pepsi (he bought it during ‘Nam) for years. Sadly, I can’t recall what happened to it.

SBGR095 LE tribute release of the 62GS. Gone off to someone else's collection now.




SLA017 LE tribute release of the 62MAS. Still have this one, for now!

I’ve always wanted one of their tuna cans but have never run across one at the right time.

I have had the 7002-7009( might be a g) since 1993, I bought it in the Camp Casey PX as a private. I would rather sell my Omega than that watch.

I lovely misses picked up a world timer for Christmas that is very nice as well.

I love the Marine Master....Seikos even the GS versions are true sleepers

First the world timer my lovely wife presented me on Christmas day. I need a new strap for it as I hate the fake alligator print and I need to find someone to maybe put blue hands on it to make it easier to see.


Second is the first gen 7002-7009, it has been a great watch, it only slowed down after 10 years but luckily I was in Indo at the time and the shop sent it to Japan for the service.


And last is an Orient (Seiko family) that my FIL gave me. It needs a servicing and the crystal replaced.....then I need the owners manual to figure out how to use it

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I've only had it for a year or so, but I'm loving my Seiko 5 SNZG15J1.

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Originally posted by rduckwor:

quote:

Originally posted by M'headSig:
For the OP's original query, Spencer Klein is probably the foremost vintage Seiko expert in repairs/refurbishing:

www.kleinvintagewatchrepair.com

Thank you. I have been racking my brain trying to remember Klein since I first read this post.

RMD

Mr Klein did my Seiko. IWW International Watch Works is another excellent repair/restoration shop.

Both are probably months and months booked up.

You guys have some nice watches!

Snapping Twig & others who have torn into their Seiko, how hard is it? I have a problematic Seiko Diver that is running fast. The internet in its infinate wisdom recommended gently tapping the watch because some spring might be sticking. I apparently tapped this aggravating watch a bit too hard because it’s second hand is now rattling around loose and disconnected.

How much of an investment in tools would I have to make to be able to fix this thing myself....or at least attempt to fix it.

These vintage Seiko’s !!! WOW. This thread has made my day.

The Lord Matic with the Kanji day wheel. Bestill my heart.

Just bought the save the ocean turtle this week. Been looking at a few vintage myself. Would love to get a 6139 or 6138 chronograph.

I just spoke with Seiko’s customer service, I was damn impressed with their speed. I was able to talk to an actual person pretty darn quickly even though they “were experiencing a higher than normal call volume”.

The lady I spoke with said I can ship it to their facility in New Jersey and Seiko will do a free watch analysis and then get back with me on cost/necessary repairs.

While I had her on the phone I mentioned my 1970’s Lord Matic and to my surprise she said they absolutely support and service the older models. Very cool Seiko!

Not sure if I’m going to send the diver in or tear into myself and completely ruin the watch.

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Originally posted by rduckwor:

quote:

Originally posted by M'headSig:
For the OP's original query, Spencer Klein is probably the foremost vintage Seiko expert in repairs/refurbishing:

www.kleinvintagewatchrepair.com

Thank you. I have been racking my brain trying to remember Klein since I first read this post.

RMD

It would appear he is not accepting new work at the moment, is there any other good service shops? Mainly looking for my Orient.

I don't have any vintage Seikos, but I do have a number of current models. Most are mechanicals, but I have a Kinetic and two quartzes. Seiko makes a good watch at a good price for what you get.

Klein is the man, by all reports, but he is not taking new work. I don't have another suggestion.

Has anyone done business with International Watch Works based out of North Carolina?