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Seiko mm300 sbdx001

molecules
Re: Seiko mm300 sbdx001

"Solanum88"

Servicing the omega 1120 runs about $700+ if it is serviced at Swatch Group, around the price of a MM300 service at TS.

Both movements of course can be serviced cheaper elsewhere.

"balzebub71"

Serviced 1120 before for $650 at swatch, including polishing of case and bracelet with a 2 year warranty and little blue dot...quite reasonable considering they quoted me 550 to service my Hamilton. Anyway I think 1120 still considered a current movement. No idea about MM300 servicing costs though.


Wow realised that servicing sure don't come cheap for watches. :???: donno if my pockets can sustain the upkeep of such watches.



That beings me about to my next question, how often does one need to service these watches? Does servicing only apply to automatic movements? bro balzebub you mentioned ot came with a 2yr warr after service, does that cover the same as to when first bought? And abt the preown 2254.50 I mentioned, seller said it has the red dot and its the one with latest omega logo.
big-e-294
Re: Seiko mm300 sbdx001

"samloi"

Hmmm. Still quite puzzled at bros saying the MM300 keeps a bad time..... care to share how bad it was? Cause I never really timed it, just maybe wore for a couple of days then rotate to another watch liao. So for that couple of days no issue with the time....or maybe I was just lucky.:):)



To TS, out of the above with your budget, I think the best will be the omega or the mm300. Omega is 2nd hand though and if you dont mind the "Wah, Omega siol". Its connected with a certain prestige and with it comes the flashy baggage. Adchili with the mm300 I also kena a few "Why you so dumb get a seiko and no buy Tag". Lolx. As for servicing, any bros can share how much it cost to service an Omega?



For sumo and tuna, cant really say much since I never dig them, feels like its more of a seiko enthusiast thing. Probably need to read the history and lineage to appreciate it. And in this price range, some Orient will come into play as well



By the way, TS only looking at dive watches? If you are into dress watches there are still a few other worthy consideration.


The MM300 is unadjusted, so it will vary from watch to watch, but usually it is within the range of +/-15sec loss/gain per day. ive read some have theirs running +5, some +12, etc.

mine is running about +10sec/day and it is a steady rate of +10sec no matter what position i rest the watch.

So I believe it will perform even better if I have it regulated properly.

But I'm happy with it being +10; Ive worn it on work trips for 1-2 weeks before and in one week its about a minute or so fast and I am early for my appointments. ;)

No big drama with me - better fast than slow.



I've also had a couple of people say to me "I think if you sell all of your seikos, you can get a nice Tag"... I just smile :lol: :lol: :lol:

Of course I never mention how much my MM300, SARN001 and my other seikos already cost me. :D
Solanum88
Re: Seiko mm300 sbdx001

"molecules"


That beings me about to my next question, how often does one need to service these watches?

It depends on personal preference really. Most watch companies would say between 3-5 years but then on the other hand you hear of people who have watches that have not been serviced in 20+ years and still keeps time (of course that does not mean the movement is in a good shape, considering the lubricants would have dried up by then and there would probably be major wear on the gears).



Personally, I would only service current production models every 5-7 years. If its a vintage piece that is no longer in production, probably 3-5 since I won't wanna cough out a huge sum for rare spare sparts.
big-e-294
Re: Seiko mm300 sbdx001
Another factor that comes into play is how often you wear the watch. As this will also increase the wear and tear.

If you wear it everyday, you may have to service it sooner.

If it's a drawer queen or you only wear it on alternate Sundays, then maybe you can stretch it longer.





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balzebub71
Re: Seiko mm300 sbdx001

"molecules"

[quote="Solanum88"]Servicing the omega 1120 runs about $700+ if it is serviced at Swatch Group, around the price of a MM300 service at TS.

Both movements of course can be serviced cheaper elsewhere.

"balzebub71"

Serviced 1120 before for $650 at swatch, including polishing of case and bracelet with a 2 year warranty and little blue dot...quite reasonable considering they quoted me 550 to service my Hamilton. Anyway I think 1120 still considered a current movement. No idea about MM300 servicing costs though.


Wow realised that servicing sure don't come cheap for watches. :???: donno if my pockets can sustain the upkeep of such watches.



That beings me about to my next question, how often does one need to service these watches? Does servicing only apply to automatic movements? bro balzebub you mentioned ot came with a 2yr warr after service, does that cover the same as to when first bought? And abt the preown 2254.50 I mentioned, seller said it has the red dot and its the one with latest omega logo.[/quote]

When I said 2 year warranty it means that the 2 years start at the date you got the watch back from servicing. For mechanical watches 5-7 years before you should send for full service. Depends also on the amount of abuse the watch goes through? So unless u own many many watches, servicing costs should not be a big issue? 600-700 dollars every 5-7 years can la. Red dot intact really don't mean much as (A) it has never been opened up, so never serviced or repaired before which isn't really good for a watch that is many years old as parts could already be worn out (B) the red dot is easily replaced even if gone in the first place
Pipwatch
Re: Seiko mm300 sbdx001
Picked up the SBDX001 from Shaggy last week. Time keeping is fine and the bracelet fits very well. The whole construction - case and bracelet - is super solid. I love this about the watch - just like an SBDX003, but without the gilt trim. (Unlikely to use the strap, though.) Shaggy personally delivered to me at Nex and, I must say, the whole experience was excellent for the price paid.
pyu
Re: Seiko mm300 sbdx001
Looks like the thread was revived. Ha.



I think throughout most of the online watch forums, the unadjusted 8L35 that forms the innards of the MM300 is definitely a concern because at this price range, you can get a COSC watch from various Swiss brands.



I got lucky, so I can't really complain. But if accuracy is important, you might want a GS Quartz instead. :mrgreen:



But then again, some brands can't even get it right. People who are former owners of the Portuguese family from IWC will know what I am talking about. Hee Hee. :D
Jeryltan
Re: Seiko mm300 sbdx001

"pyu"

Looks like the thread was revived. Ha.



I think throughout most of the online watch forums, the unadjusted 8L35 that forms the innards of the MM300 is definitely a concern because at this price range, you can get a COSC watch from various Swiss brands.



I got lucky, so I can't really complain. But if accuracy is important, you might want a GS Quartz instead. :mrgreen:



But then again, some brands can't even get it right. People who are former owners of the Portuguese family from IWC will know what I am talking about. Hee Hee. :D
you referring to the 7 day movements? What i understand is that these movements are calibrated on an average over 7 days of varying reserve for accuracy. So if worn everyday sometimes it maybe fast or slow. I don't own a 7 day portugese btw, only the basic auto chrono so it's just hearsay.