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    Why modify a watch?

    Apart from changing the crystal, why do it?

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    To make it into something you/they really wanted it be ?

    It's your watch , so feel free

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    Quote Originally Posted by Seriously View Post
    To make it into something you/they really wanted it be ?

    It's your watch , so feel free
    Like something else?

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    Everyone likes to have something a bit more unique than the other guy, so modifying is always one way to achieve that distinction.
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    Because you can

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    Isn't changing straps and bracelets a form of modification?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Dienekes View Post
    Isn't changing straps and bracelets a form of modification?
    Maybe but not so permanent?

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    Why modify a watch?

    Well I suppose watches are very personal and some want them to be better or different. I say all good if it's a keeper and be very descriptive if you are selling it. I know Seiko freaks like making-buying mods

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    Yes I agree but there comes a point when ( I'm guessing) it won't happen?

    Would someone mod a submariner or speedmaster?

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