3 Things To Consider Before Changing Your Watch Hands

The watch’s hands are the main reason anybody buys watches; they tell the time accurately down to the second. 

If you’re looking to have your Seiko watch hands changed, you should know that it could change the overall feel of your watch. Replacing the watch hands can be the modification itself, but it is also typically matched with the dial. Moreover, the hands could make or break the aesthetics of your watch overall.

So before you think about getting yours changed, consider the following:

• Which Hands Best Fit Your Seiko Mod

Some watch brands have cultivated a strong identity in the hands they use. So watch enthusiasts have plenty to choose from and even more choices to design a Seiko mod. When changing watch hands, style and aesthetic appeal are two of the most important things to consider.

• What Look You Love

We have the perfect watch hands that pay homage to the classic Rolex Submariner if that’s the way you want to go. Some modders also prefer a Seiko mod that uses the watch hands of other Seiko products. We have a wide selection of these items so that you can look at our entire collection.

• The Size of Your Watch

It’s necessary that you also put the size of your watch into the equation. These two elements combined can make or break your watch’s style and aesthetic appeal once you change its hands. 

The watch hands’ size needs to fit the movement of your watch. With Seiko mod parts, that’s not really a problem. Most of what we offer matches the 7S family of movements. You can refer to our complete collection.

Also, ensure that the seconds hand fits your watch size, especially that larger ones can run longer for minor cases. If you’re unsure which one to get for the size of your watch, we’d be glad to help. 

Hands that perfectly fit your watch size guarantee proper movement and function of the watch overall. So it’s good to evaluate the kind of hands your movement needs. 

• The Style of Your Watch

You want your watch to be aesthetically pleasing, of course, so you also need to consider its style when choosing new watch hands. Plus, it can be a lot of fun. 

We provide a range of Seiko mod parts produced at a high finishing level. We also offer a wide selection of 7S compatible polished silver hands in gold, rose gold, and black hands. These are compatible with many Seiko mods. 

Swapping new watch hands for your Seiko can make a huge difference. You can mix and match our watch hands to what you like best!

Conclusion

Changing your watch’s hands can make or break the look of your watch. The four things listed above are only some of the things to remember. Mostly, they’re about the appearance and function of your watch. If you’re unsure about your choice, it’s best to get professional advice and assistance in getting the best watch hands for your Seiko watch.

Crystaltimes USA is the crystal specialist that modders go for Seiko Sapphire Crystals, cases, case backs, bezels, bezel inserts, crowns, dials, chapter rings, and movements. If you’re looking for Seiko mod parts in the United States, we can help you out! Browse our collection or get in touch with us for assistance!