Watch Regulation etc

[x202brat]

I'm a total newbie to this forum, and have a basic question for someone. Can you either tell me directly, or point me to somewhere on the Forum which talks about tools for removing the back from a water resistant Seiko watch please.

I've just been reading the basics of regulating a Seiko, and I think I have a grasp on it, but have no idea at all just how the back's removed (tool-wise that is).

I assume that on removal there's also a seal involved? Does this need to be renewed at every back removal?

Thank you kindly in advance.

[Spanky]

...Nothing's as easy as it seems. Don't confuse eagerness with actual ability!

getting into the back is one thing, but replacing the seal, and then closing it properly (which requires a press) is another, and is best left to a pro. Go to a watchmaker and let him service the piece properly, it's probably running inaccurately due to a need for service rather than a slight regulation adj.

[ulackfocus]

The gasket can be a problem. It needs to be properly lubricated with just the right amount of silicone (I think that's what is used). You also have to be very careful you don't cross thread the caseback when reinstalling it. Too risky for me, especially if you plan to use it where you would need the water resistance intact.

[x202brat]

...Nothing's as easy as it seems. Don't confuse eagerness with actual ability!

getting into the back is one thing, but replacing the seal, and then closing it properly (which requires a press) is another, and is best left to a pro. Go to a watchmaker and let him service the piece properly, it's probably running inaccurately due to a need for service rather than a slight regulation adj.

Thanks for the guidance. You may be correct of course, but I think it is an adjustment matter as its run fast (same amount) since day 1, three years ago.
Nevertheless, the seal sounds a bit of an ordeal so I may have to leave it to a jeweler. I'd really like a crack at it myself though.

[x202brat]

The gasket can be a problem. It needs to be properly lubricated with just the right amount of silicone (I think that's what is used). You also have to be very careful you don't cross thread the caseback when reinstalling it. Too risky for me, especially if you plan to use it where you would need the water resistance intact.

Thanks a lot for your input, its appreciated.