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  • Big Numbers in Brushed Silver

    After building the Big Numbers in a black case I wanted to see one in brushed silver. It got in my head earlier this week and I had to get it out. I tried to keep it loud but restrained… if that makes sense. There’s some subtle logo engraving on the crown, clasp, and on the seconds pinion cap. I

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  • Koda Watches

    I started Seiko Mods Australia two years ago as a Facebook group. One thing led to another and it became my business name as well. It was the right fit at the time when all I could imagine was modding Seiko watches. I did not anticipate where this journey would lead. My passion for custom watches has grown with every

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  • Laser Engraving Services

    Koda Watches has come a long way in the last 12 months thanks to your support. It has been a real pleasure realising your designs and seeing many of you return for a second or third watch. For the neaw year I have expanded my services and can now offer custom engraving. I’m excited to see the interesting and imaginative

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  • Seiko SNXG65 – My First Seiko

    Many of us start our mechanical watch collecting with a Seiko 5. I’m no different. In 2011 I took an interest in horology and sought out some cheap vintage Russian watches and a DIY watch repair kit. I disassembled a few and found that I thoroughly enjoyed it. My next step up into a more advanced mechanical movement was the

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  • Seiko SKX171 – A daily once more

    This SKX171 from the year 2000 belongs to John who is an avid Seiko modding fan. He wore it daily for many years and despite what its condition might suggest, he does treasure it. Unfortunately John suffered a stroke which left him without speech. He was able to communicate through his lovely wife what he wanted done with the watch.

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