The Design. Released in limited numbers, exclusively in Japan in 2019, the Seiko SZSB007 “TiCTAC” offers a greyscale, minimalist take on the classic Alpinist design. It almost feels like the result of a selective breeding experiment between an Alpinist and a vintage Rolex Explorer - and I’m all for it. This retro-inspired, JDM piece is not only highly affordable but also comes with the added bonus of confusing Western Alpinist lovers who have most likely never seen this watch before.
The Finish. Bringing up the indices might seem like a small part of the watch, but you’ll find their finish very noticeable on your wrist as it catches the light. The hour markers have an iridescent finish to them. They change from purple to green to yellow to blue, and back again. It’s achieved by coating the stainless-steel markers with titanium nitride, which causes the “interference effect” to any incoming light. A playful touch not seen on many modern Seikos.
The Occasion. Only released in Japan in 2019 to celebrate the 35th Anniversary of TiCTAC, a specialist watch shop.
The Bracelet. The original bracelet, able to accommodate up to a 8 inch (20.5cm) wrist.
Condition: Brand New in Box, Unworn, with no noticeable damage.
Absolutely - our watches are regularly shipped all over the world. Shipping typically takes:
4-9 business days to reach North America
4-12 business days to reach Europe
4-12 business days to reach Asia and Oceania.
All of our packages are securely shipped, fully insured, and trackable door-to-door.
Do I have to pay customs or taxes?
It depends on so many factors, including but not limited to; the cost of the watch, the type of watch you've bought (vintage, new, or modified), and the import and tax laws of your country. If you're unsure we recommend checking the import laws that relate to your country before ordering.
Are your watches water resistant?
All of our watch mods are tested by our own pressure depth testing equipment, and are guaranteed to resistant water up to 50m of depth. Seiko Originals have varied levels of depth resistance, which will be stated in the description of each watch.
Can I modify an existing design?
We welcome all ideas! Get in touch via the Contact Us page and we can let you know the possibility and cost of any potential alterations.
What is your returns policy?
Due to the hand-made nature of the Seiko Mods, we offer a 7 day returns period after the watch has been received. The returner must bear the cost of the returns, and the watch must be returned in the same condition as it arrived. We do not offer returns on any bespoke or custom-made watches.
Due to the vintage nature of the Seiko Originals, returns are considered on a case-by-case basis, as vintage items typically have a no returns policy.
