Amazing video and attention to detail great Rolex content included good job you know a Bollox owning nutter out there ;) thanks for the include and mentions much appreciated … My Muddy 2000 video taking off quicker than Bezos lol thanks to you for saying get a video out there asap. :)
As you can see there are BOLEX collectors that have humour and know when a joke is a joke and nothing personal... thank you the most for letting me use some of your content my friend, and as mentioned, I was actually to the point with how BOLEX has set a high standard upon the design side, so more praise this time around... I can understand why you have so many, and great to see you use them :)) Cheers for the feedback too, and will happily share your content when I can, especially with a G-Shock :)) Comment pinned and if anyone reading this, give him a sub of support, cheers :))
The kinetic movements are really cool. They eventually led to the Grand Seiko hybrid movements. I almost bought one of the yellow dials way back, but opted for an SKX instead. Great vid Phil! 🤙🏻
Kinetics need attention, let them sit around for a few months, they let you know about it LML :-P Was interesting to see inside when I replaced the capacitor, a little more involving than just changing a regular battery in a watch, but as soon as I removed the rotor I was graced with two large copper coils, and was amazed that the rotor is geared to a very tiny gear, so now I can see how it can create charging energy :)) I had two SKX's, both the 009's.... then I got a Turtle and the bigger case was more me... I see the SKX series have gone up in price, bought both of mine for under £100, with the second one at £90... sold them both cheap too compared to todays pricing! The SKX will be an ongoing classic, the new SEIKO 5's that look like SKX's will never have that side, and their prices are already very low.... SEIKO should've just left it, there was nothing wrong with it, some say it hasn't got hacking or hand wind, well ain't that a curse LML :-P Cheers for the feedback my friend and for that part about Grand SEIKO :)
That would've been better if you had a mouth full with cake, that really would make your walls full with memories from watching this video LML :-P Cheers for popping over my good friend... and it was lovely to get back into the lightbox again and cover it with biscuit crumbs LML :-P Cheers as always :))
I struggle with words that should be easy, this is my downfall to my dyslexia, but I don't care mocking myself as you know, and digging and mocking the BOLEX too LML :-P I won't be posting so much as I used to, but will make all the efforts I have been doing to content I enjoy, and this video did soak up 3days so need to rest for two weeks now LML :-P Always great to hear from you my dear friend, and cheers for the support as always too :))
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman it's understandable since you are helping run a business amidst all of that, you're not letting that affect the quality or originality of your content which is always a welcome thing. Hope to see some more interesting content in the future my friend :)
@@traviswalker8933 Thank you my friend, that was great to read, and I'm so pleased many that follow the channel understand this... I mean, I'm not going through anything rough, i'm just pacing myself so it doesn't ruin the passion I have towards watches... and ideas is what I love to create, as there are far too many that cover the same same... next video will be something different too, and I'm sure many have lived it too, but not seen a video about it... guess that's my job hey LML :-P Thanks again as always :))
Hey buddy.... have been watching Rawson's channel for a little while now, and he always impresses me what he does especially being an old fart... he has a great sense of humour too, and I like his directness too LML :-P I'm pleased my video kicked started his Kinetic again, otherwise it could be still sitting in his watch box for another huge amount of time :-P Cheers for your feedback my friend, and are you also on an ATV??? Best regards Phill
@@Broknex That's great to hear... he's such a good guy, and experienced too... love how much energy he gives to his channel, even after he had his damaged with that accident... can't keep a good man down... well that should be stubborn man down LML :-P
That's how I am.. and it can be so frustrating unable to say particular words that shouldn't be hard to pronounce... I still can't say this word even now LML :-P Cheers for the support my friend, but I won't be posting like I used to... have to balance my workload, enjoy family and have my hobbies too, as I was becoming a RUclips zombie spending days and days editing... and sometimes you just have to be realistic and know it's for the passion, and not like a competition for views... if you want to make RUclips a business, then watches give very little unless you're a dealer... seems cats doing silly things is popular, but even with a cat in this video, it's not going to be a video running into the hundreds of thousands of views, and I'm super cool with that, and that's why I have my own business and now Mrs Rangeman has a new business, so it can only be about the passion to enjoy making watch content... I know a few are fixed on getting content out to match an algorithm, but is that really what they enjoy doing??? seems like their goal is about numbers to me, and I really like helping those watching... shame many watch my tutorials too late, and would've found it to be a brilliant video to follow, but I'm not in the ranking, as I don't micro brand and hit two videos minimum a week... am a little off track there, and just film what I enjoy instead of what's popular the most.... I love my G-Shocks, but enjoy the vintage 80/90's too, and I'm getting into Citizen's from the late 90's, and found some great pieces, and they certainly don't make them how they used to, more towards being complicated that is LML :-P Seen your Cartier videos, and what a lovely surprise, made me so happy :)) Anyway, long reply, but not had a chat for a while, so wanted to unload my reason for my future content... could be a video a month, but when I make it, I will be making it for one reason only, because I really like that watch :)))
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman That's great! I truly understand what you're saying! A little while back I took a two week break from consuming any RUclips content. It was great! I can fully relate to feeling like a RUclips Zombie sometimes! It's not a good place to be! I am having fun with my channel but I do sometimes need a break from it all! Thanks for the congrats regarding the Santos, glad you saw that! I am still in complete shock! Looking forward to your future videos as you put them out! Stay in touch! All the best with your business and Mrs. Rangeman's new business too!
@@TheTownWatch Taking breaks is important... it also gives you time to appreciate your watches, as sometimes you can miss that as your focus is upon everyone else seeing it... goes with unboxing's too, you don't get the 100% of really soaking the moment in! I enjoyed both videos my friend, left a thumbs for both for support as always... thank you for the good wishes my good friend... cheers :))
Don't give it up... what a classic, and I can say, I'm never giving it up, it's the perfect looking SEIKO, has it all with regards to being basic with time and date... and I love using the oinking bezel too LML :-P I guess you're wearing it more now :))) Cheers for the support too my friend :))
@@dennishudnall9009 LML :-P the amount it can calculate is really something lovely to have, but being practical, this should only be given time when stuck on a desert island, as you'll need plenty to read to keep make those 7yrs pass more quickly, probably take that amount of time to read it LML :-P
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman Most definitely! This is why I love my G-Shocks, they are packed full of features that are easy to grasp and readily available 👍.
Nice watch and great video as always. Let me know if you want a Vortex strap for that diver or for your Arnie :) I could get you one and oh my goodness the pig!!! hahaha
Oink goes the bezel is what I thought, and thought that would be something different... just left a comment on your channel, saying I would just heart your comment, but you know me, way too many words LML :-P
I’ve learned to love my dads kinetic. Still zero idea what the button does and have never invested the effort to find out, despite doing a whole vid on them. Speaks volumes about me!
At least you're honest and true my friend, too many that read to pretend to be magic watch wizards LML :-P There isn't anything written with the second press, but it works as the 100% indicator and much easier to read than the one press used in the instructions... one thing about kinetics, they need to be worn, otherwise they run out after 6 months, and that ain't good for the battery... I bought this SKJ at the Birmingham watch fair in September, and it was one of those SEIKO's that I have always liked... so nice to get a good deal, but the battery needed replacing, as it wasn't holding charge over night... so £19 later it now has a fullish battery, and I have been wearing it quite a lot, more in the evenings, and I just had to make a video, more towards the logical design side, there has been much thought put into it, and I can imagine it was some money back in 1996... there was one version before this, which has 150 on the dial using mineral crystal, and these are the collectable ones, even if the 200 version had a upgraded module and Sapphlex :))
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman the kinetic chronographs look ridiculous and cool. Oh yes I’m open with the fact that I’m 99% enthusiasm 1% expertise ! Great video as always. Still love your Quartz versus mechanical vid
@@IlluminatingWatches Quartz vs mechanical, now that's a video i thought would burn with hate, so doing better than expected, but maybe thats because it's got low views, so to me that's among those who follow the channel regularly, which could be seen as exclusive LML :-P
Old watch box with a SKJ inside... that sounds like a magic box to me LML :-P I guess it's back in the draw now LML :-P Well don't leave the old battery dead for too long, could leak... get it changed and whipping on the wrist again, it's a great looking watch and a shame to be in darkness and in an old box... cheers for passing my dear friend... will be on your channel soon, need to know what you've been getting tangled into this time :)))
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman Did a little research. Mine is the SMY 5m63-oa10. That's the last of the line in this series of kinetic divers. It has the upgraded movement and battery. Course after 20 years the battery won't hold much of a charge. Got any leads as to where to get a replacement?
@@rawsonforever Yours has the difference with the wording on the dial, and the Kinetic logo is missing... but the type of battery used in yours comes up with the SEIKO 302344Z Capacitor so I would search that in eBay as that's where I bought mine. You'll need to remove the rotor and two slot head screws that retain the battery, but it's not difficult and just needs lots of light and the right tools. Took me about 20 mins in total with greasing the gasket after... I'm not into pressure testing, as I'm not going swimming with it, but am sure it'll be fine when washing it, and I have used it in the shower a few times, and it still works :)) Would be a good watch to get going again, am having much joy with it, and oddly some say if it's a BOLEX, and if you wore a BOLEX, they would ask if it's real LML :-P The black bezel looks nice, makes it more sportier and tool like... I guess this video has given you your passion back to get it working again :)) Hope that helps, and ask if you're not sure and I'll help further :))
Nah, if it's not a Jaaaaag it's not for me, plus Crowlex and Fat-eke never leave my wrist(-s , i always wear both...). You know us snobs, we don't care for things that work and are (ffs!!) cheap. And then wtf is Kinetic? Cinematic? Oh dear lord you poor people, i have a whole home theater in my mansion! Only thing that worries me is that you have my face picture on the dial... where did you find this, any tabloid maybe?? Cheers mate, missed your amazing style and humor, good you're back!
Well I have to reply to you first, and you nailed what I was saying... I always have clues in my videos that are cleverly in disguise, and it's nice to see my observations spotted... well that's made my evening, cheers as always my friend ;)
Great video, sir, but I have a question, if you don't mind. What happens to a kinetic watch if you don't wear it regularly? I assume it stops eventually. Right? (That's what I thought - LOL) And if you do it regularly (I mean - charge vs no charge), does it affect the watch performance and reliability? This thought always stopped me from considering a kinetic watch.
Thank you my friend, pleased you liked the video :) SEIKO Kinetic's are like babies, the need picking up and rocking, and don't like running flat... rechargeable watch batteries need to be around the 80% charged most of the time, and letting them fun flat, isn't good for them, as they struggle to charge if left too long. I give mine a 2 minutes shake every few days, but failing that, it doesn't take long before they start to double tick, but with a fully charged battery, looking at around 6 months, and pulling the crown might increase that, yet to test. One Kinetic is plenty, I have two, and feel that maintenance need. If kept charged, the battery should last 15yrs plus, maybe push towards 20yrs. A normal battery runs about 2yrs on average running a time and date complication, so 7-8 batteries needed to cover 15yrs, and inflation increases, so maybe it levels off, but at least it doesn't need opening in that time :) Older Kinetic's should all have their batteries replaced, but even if the battery is flat, you can still wear it like a an automatic, but expect it not to last over night :-P Hope that helps you my friend :)
I had one biscuit, one bar on the camera, so not too much pressure, but one take was all it took... I wasn't happy, as I wanted more crumbs, but that's just me wanting more action LML :-P I filmed this as the last part, as I didn't want crumbs throughout the video crunching into the crown thread, that'll upset the pirate queens LML :-P Cheers for the feedback my dear friend, and I guess you liked my milled clasp side too :-P
@@Daud76 I only added that line when recording, then look in the cookie jar, and there at the bottom was the last golden biscuit needed, as the others had cream in them :-P
Good looking watch with interesting technology. Great lume and a bezel for beer fans. I wonder why kinetic watches haven't made a breakthrough. Either they cause too many problems or they are just underestimated? If the watch works for you then it's a good buy.
It's a great looking watch, and has been one I've wanted to review for a long while... and when the opportunity came at a watch fair, well it'll be rude not too... it was also the first time to see one in person, these don't end at watch fairs! Needed a new battery, but worth the time and money as the battery was £19... and spending time with it, just made me realise just how balanced it really is, but wanted to address the finer side and to the points of build... some thought went into this, and the later version called the BFK was another nice SEIKO kinetic, but this to me holds more with enjoyment, as I flipped my BFK :-P Kinetic watches need time on the wrist, they last 6 months fully charged, and when flat, they take ages to fully charge again, and thus they are like babies gagging for boob milk LML :-P One kinetic is plenty, I know have 2 in my collection, what have I done???? LML LML :-P Lovely to hear from you my friend, and as always cheers for the support, even when I went AWOL... will be making more videos, but slower than usual, this video still took 3 days to make :-P
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman Sure your videos take time, but the result is extraordinary. This watch is much more exciting than the kinetic watches that you can find spontaneously on the Internet. The battery change was probably interesting. Is it enough to move the rotor or do you have to remove parts?
@@MartinLuetzelberger Cheers buddy :)) To replace the battery there are a few things that are required. Firstly the replacement battery will come with a fixing plate and protective film which is designed for that particular battery, some batteries differ slightly I've discovered. So once the case back is off, you need to remove the rotor, which is a simple slot head and when removed you'll notice it's attached to a gear, which drives a very small gear on the movement... taking this off is easy just to add. Now to the battery, there will be two slot head screws holding this is, so remove the screws and lift the plate out. Laying on the battery is this piece of film, so just lift off, and the battery is exposed and just needs to be flipped out using a fine object. The reverse the process backwards using the parts supplied with the new battery. When placing the rotor back on, just make sure it drops smoothly back on, needs no force at all, and if it's not seated correctly, just remove and place down again, and you'll soon see when it fits perfectly. I was going to film it, but as it's my first kinetic battery replacement, thought best not have that added distraction LML :-P Hope that helps you, and it's easy really :)
Hey buddy... being truthful, probably never... it's not that I don't like it, to me it's not a watch that was really necessary, feel it was more about the looks. I've seen one, they look very MTG, but it just looks a little too busy with regards to materials used, and it has lots of different finishes that to me is confusing. I like the braveness of G-Shock, and I'm not against it, more that it's not my style, as I use my G-Shocks as intended, and this would be a G-Shock that I'm really not sure how to use, I have the GPW-2000 Gravitymaster and this is built like what we consider how a tough watch should look like, and I use it for traveling as it's all about time keeping. I understand the GWR-B1000 has some quirks and is bluetooth... is it a watch you're looking at? What's the attraction for you the most, always good to know, and this also helps others who are reading this. If I was loaned one, then maybe I would review it further, as spending time with a watch can only give the best and honest review... am sometimes bias with G-Shocks, but often I suggest other bands as I feel it's more suited. Hope that helps you my friend :)
Hey buddy... well it was nice to make a video, wasn't the one I had planned to make just yet, but the day was sunny so took advantage then rolled on from there... three days later you get this from me LML :-P Have you bought the GWG2k yet?? then I'm waiting for you to sell it again LML :-P Cheers and hope you're also good and well :))
@@nigelstevens6218 That's good to know... feel the GWG-1000 will always have that place with being iconic, not sure the new 2k will have the same??? Cheers :)
@@nigelstevens6218 I'm in a way pleased it's the same module, makes the 1k as attractive and only boils down to looks... but was expecting something new out of the CASIO hat, and I mean useful new, not just a restyle :-P Did you get the olive green again? :))
That day has passed, they make them like they're going out of fashion these days... well this has lived, the DNA and scratches tell you this story, now I finally have one it gets much time with me, more about shaking it and keeping it fed, they are hungry watches, so don't buy the set LML :-P
Amazing video and attention to detail great Rolex content included good job you know a Bollox owning nutter out there ;) thanks for the include and mentions much appreciated …
My Muddy 2000 video taking off quicker than Bezos lol thanks to you for saying get a video out there asap. :)
As you can see there are BOLEX collectors that have humour and know when a joke is a joke and nothing personal... thank you the most for letting me use some of your content my friend, and as mentioned, I was actually to the point with how BOLEX has set a high standard upon the design side, so more praise this time around... I can understand why you have so many, and great to see you use them :))
Cheers for the feedback too, and will happily share your content when I can, especially with a G-Shock :))
Comment pinned and if anyone reading this, give him a sub of support, cheers :))
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman I thought you knew Bolex collectors had humour already....! 🐒
@@Watch-Crazy LML LML you have a BOLEX, just remembered :-P
Again you blow my mind with second hand sweeping backwards.... 🤪 Great video, my friend!
Forwards >>>>>> Backwards
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman Absolutely! Automatic sweeps are always nice to the tick. 😍 You are very welcome indeed!
The kinetic movements are really cool. They eventually led to the Grand Seiko hybrid movements. I almost bought one of the yellow dials way back, but opted for an SKX instead. Great vid Phil! 🤙🏻
Kinetics need attention, let them sit around for a few months, they let you know about it LML :-P
Was interesting to see inside when I replaced the capacitor, a little more involving than just changing a regular battery in a watch, but as soon as I removed the rotor I was graced with two large copper coils, and was amazed that the rotor is geared to a very tiny gear, so now I can see how it can create charging energy :))
I had two SKX's, both the 009's.... then I got a Turtle and the bigger case was more me... I see the SKX series have gone up in price, bought both of mine for under £100, with the second one at £90... sold them both cheap too compared to todays pricing!
The SKX will be an ongoing classic, the new SEIKO 5's that look like SKX's will never have that side, and their prices are already very low.... SEIKO should've just left it, there was nothing wrong with it, some say it hasn't got hacking or hand wind, well ain't that a curse LML :-P
Cheers for the feedback my friend and for that part about Grand SEIKO :)
Man you almost had me spitting my coffee out a couple times 😅👍
That would've been better if you had a mouth full with cake, that really would make your walls full with memories from watching this video LML :-P
Cheers for popping over my good friend... and it was lovely to get back into the lightbox again and cover it with biscuit crumbs LML :-P
Cheers as always :))
Lol, the rigidity part had me rolling. Great content as always.
I struggle with words that should be easy, this is my downfall to my dyslexia, but I don't care mocking myself as you know, and digging and mocking the BOLEX too LML :-P
I won't be posting so much as I used to, but will make all the efforts I have been doing to content I enjoy, and this video did soak up 3days so need to rest for two weeks now LML :-P
Always great to hear from you my dear friend, and cheers for the support as always too :))
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman it's understandable since you are helping run a business amidst all of that, you're not letting that affect the quality or originality of your content which is always a welcome thing. Hope to see some more interesting content in the future my friend :)
@@traviswalker8933 Thank you my friend, that was great to read, and I'm so pleased many that follow the channel understand this... I mean, I'm not going through anything rough, i'm just pacing myself so it doesn't ruin the passion I have towards watches... and ideas is what I love to create, as there are far too many that cover the same same... next video will be something different too, and I'm sure many have lived it too, but not seen a video about it... guess that's my job hey LML :-P
Thanks again as always :))
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman look forward to it mate. It would be great as always :)
Good to hear from you my friend🙂‼️
Thank you my good friend... and thought this would make a great video to bridge the gap I've left... cheers once again and hope you're both well :))
That was cool to watch the difference between this one and RawsonForever's. Awesome video, my friend! Cheers from the middle of nowhere Alaska!
Hey buddy.... have been watching Rawson's channel for a little while now, and he always impresses me what he does especially being an old fart... he has a great sense of humour too, and I like his directness too LML :-P
I'm pleased my video kicked started his Kinetic again, otherwise it could be still sitting in his watch box for another huge amount of time :-P
Cheers for your feedback my friend, and are you also on an ATV???
Best regards
Phill
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman I actually get to ride ATV's with John from time to time when our schedules allow it! We live in the same town.
@@Broknex That's great to hear... he's such a good guy, and experienced too... love how much energy he gives to his channel, even after he had his damaged with that accident... can't keep a good man down... well that should be stubborn man down LML :-P
Rigiditttittty! 😅😂🤣Great to see you back again!
Cool piece for sure!
That's how I am.. and it can be so frustrating unable to say particular words that shouldn't be hard to pronounce... I still can't say this word even now LML :-P
Cheers for the support my friend, but I won't be posting like I used to... have to balance my workload, enjoy family and have my hobbies too, as I was becoming a RUclips zombie spending days and days editing... and sometimes you just have to be realistic and know it's for the passion, and not like a competition for views... if you want to make RUclips a business, then watches give very little unless you're a dealer... seems cats doing silly things is popular, but even with a cat in this video, it's not going to be a video running into the hundreds of thousands of views, and I'm super cool with that, and that's why I have my own business and now Mrs Rangeman has a new business, so it can only be about the passion to enjoy making watch content... I know a few are fixed on getting content out to match an algorithm, but is that really what they enjoy doing??? seems like their goal is about numbers to me, and I really like helping those watching... shame many watch my tutorials too late, and would've found it to be a brilliant video to follow, but I'm not in the ranking, as I don't micro brand and hit two videos minimum a week... am a little off track there, and just film what I enjoy instead of what's popular the most.... I love my G-Shocks, but enjoy the vintage 80/90's too, and I'm getting into Citizen's from the late 90's, and found some great pieces, and they certainly don't make them how they used to, more towards being complicated that is LML :-P
Seen your Cartier videos, and what a lovely surprise, made me so happy :))
Anyway, long reply, but not had a chat for a while, so wanted to unload my reason for my future content... could be a video a month, but when I make it, I will be making it for one reason only, because I really like that watch :)))
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman That's great! I truly understand what you're saying! A little while back I took a two week break from consuming any RUclips content. It was great! I can fully relate to feeling like a RUclips Zombie sometimes! It's not a good place to be! I am having fun with my channel but I do sometimes need a break from it all! Thanks for the congrats regarding the Santos, glad you saw that! I am still in complete shock! Looking forward to your future videos as you put them out! Stay in touch! All the best with your business and Mrs. Rangeman's new business too!
@@TheTownWatch Taking breaks is important... it also gives you time to appreciate your watches, as sometimes you can miss that as your focus is upon everyone else seeing it... goes with unboxing's too, you don't get the 100% of really soaking the moment in!
I enjoyed both videos my friend, left a thumbs for both for support as always... thank you for the good wishes my good friend... cheers :))
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman This is true! Thanks!
This was so great!
Thank you... pleased you enjoyed too my friend :))
Evening sir
I have that very seiko
Loved the video welcome back
Don't give it up... what a classic, and I can say, I'm never giving it up, it's the perfect looking SEIKO, has it all with regards to being basic with time and date... and I love using the oinking bezel too LML :-P
I guess you're wearing it more now :)))
Cheers for the support too my friend :))
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman I’ve sent you a pic 👍
What’s not to like about an old classic Seiko? Enjoyed this one
I loved the video👍! I own one Seiko Flightmaster in my watch collection and it does not disappoint!
Cheers buddy... one Flightmaster is plenty, as it takes so much time to understand how all that information must be used LML :-P
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman It is a busy watch and have not figured it all out yet!
@@dennishudnall9009 LML :-P the amount it can calculate is really something lovely to have, but being practical, this should only be given time when stuck on a desert island, as you'll need plenty to read to keep make those 7yrs pass more quickly, probably take that amount of time to read it LML :-P
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman Most definitely! This is why I love my G-Shocks, they are packed full of features that are easy to grasp and readily available 👍.
I had that same watch, I picked it up back in 1997 then sold it
How does it make you feel watching this video? or is it one of those watches that once was just enough :))
Nice watch and great video as always. Let me know if you want a Vortex strap for that diver or for your Arnie :) I could get you one and oh my goodness the pig!!! hahaha
Oink goes the bezel is what I thought, and thought that would be something different... just left a comment on your channel, saying I would just heart your comment, but you know me, way too many words LML :-P
I’ve learned to love my dads kinetic. Still zero idea what the button does and have never invested the effort to find out, despite doing a whole vid on them. Speaks volumes about me!
At least you're honest and true my friend, too many that read to pretend to be magic watch wizards LML :-P
There isn't anything written with the second press, but it works as the 100% indicator and much easier to read than the one press used in the instructions... one thing about kinetics, they need to be worn, otherwise they run out after 6 months, and that ain't good for the battery... I bought this SKJ at the Birmingham watch fair in September, and it was one of those SEIKO's that I have always liked... so nice to get a good deal, but the battery needed replacing, as it wasn't holding charge over night... so £19 later it now has a fullish battery, and I have been wearing it quite a lot, more in the evenings, and I just had to make a video, more towards the logical design side, there has been much thought put into it, and I can imagine it was some money back in 1996... there was one version before this, which has 150 on the dial using mineral crystal, and these are the collectable ones, even if the 200 version had a upgraded module and Sapphlex :))
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman the kinetic chronographs look ridiculous and cool. Oh yes I’m open with the fact that I’m 99% enthusiasm 1% expertise ! Great video as always. Still love your Quartz versus mechanical vid
@@IlluminatingWatches Quartz vs mechanical, now that's a video i thought would burn with hate, so doing better than expected, but maybe thats because it's got low views, so to me that's among those who follow the channel regularly, which could be seen as exclusive LML :-P
Thought it looked familiar. Dug out my old watch box and I still got a 5m63-oa10. Black face and bezel. Original bracelet.
Old watch box with a SKJ inside... that sounds like a magic box to me LML :-P I guess it's back in the draw now LML :-P
Well don't leave the old battery dead for too long, could leak... get it changed and whipping on the wrist again, it's a great looking watch and a shame to be in darkness and in an old box... cheers for passing my dear friend... will be on your channel soon, need to know what you've been getting tangled into this time :)))
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman Did a little research. Mine is the SMY 5m63-oa10. That's the last of the line in this series of kinetic divers. It has the upgraded movement and battery. Course after 20 years the battery won't hold much of a charge. Got any leads as to where to get a replacement?
@@rawsonforever Yours has the difference with the wording on the dial, and the Kinetic logo is missing... but the type of battery used in yours comes up with the SEIKO 302344Z Capacitor so I would search that in eBay as that's where I bought mine.
You'll need to remove the rotor and two slot head screws that retain the battery, but it's not difficult and just needs lots of light and the right tools.
Took me about 20 mins in total with greasing the gasket after... I'm not into pressure testing, as I'm not going swimming with it, but am sure it'll be fine when washing it, and I have used it in the shower a few times, and it still works :))
Would be a good watch to get going again, am having much joy with it, and oddly some say if it's a BOLEX, and if you wore a BOLEX, they would ask if it's real LML :-P The black bezel looks nice, makes it more sportier and tool like... I guess this video has given you your passion back to get it working again :))
Hope that helps, and ask if you're not sure and I'll help further :))
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman Thanks.
@@rawsonforever Always there for a good friend :))
Nah, if it's not a Jaaaaag it's not for me, plus Crowlex and Fat-eke never leave my wrist(-s , i always wear both...). You know us snobs, we don't care for things that work and are (ffs!!) cheap. And then wtf is Kinetic? Cinematic? Oh dear lord you poor people, i have a whole home theater in my mansion! Only thing that worries me is that you have my face picture on the dial... where did you find this, any tabloid maybe??
Cheers mate, missed your amazing style and humor, good you're back!
My opinion? => This video was supremely "A-O.............kay"!
Well I have to reply to you first, and you nailed what I was saying... I always have clues in my videos that are cleverly in disguise, and it's nice to see my observations spotted... well that's made my evening, cheers as always my friend ;)
Great video, sir, but I have a question, if you don't mind. What happens to a kinetic watch if you don't wear it regularly? I assume it stops eventually. Right? (That's what I thought - LOL) And if you do it regularly (I mean - charge vs no charge), does it affect the watch performance and reliability? This thought always stopped me from considering a kinetic watch.
Thank you my friend, pleased you liked the video :)
SEIKO Kinetic's are like babies, the need picking up and rocking, and don't like running flat... rechargeable watch batteries need to be around the 80% charged most of the time, and letting them fun flat, isn't good for them, as they struggle to charge if left too long.
I give mine a 2 minutes shake every few days, but failing that, it doesn't take long before they start to double tick, but with a fully charged battery, looking at around 6 months, and pulling the crown might increase that, yet to test.
One Kinetic is plenty, I have two, and feel that maintenance need. If kept charged, the battery should last 15yrs plus, maybe push towards 20yrs. A normal battery runs about 2yrs on average running a time and date complication, so 7-8 batteries needed to cover 15yrs, and inflation increases, so maybe it levels off, but at least it doesn't need opening in that time :)
Older Kinetic's should all have their batteries replaced, but even if the battery is flat, you can still wear it like a an automatic, but expect it not to last over night :-P
Hope that helps you my friend :)
funny i was just looking at an early 1990s seiko kinetic a while ago.
What did you get a while ago, and this while ago wasn't back in 1996 was it??? LML :-P
Brilliant dude, very funny! How many takes did the biscuit section take? 🍪🤤
I had one biscuit, one bar on the camera, so not too much pressure, but one take was all it took... I wasn't happy, as I wanted more crumbs, but that's just me wanting more action LML :-P I filmed this as the last part, as I didn't want crumbs throughout the video crunching into the crown thread, that'll upset the pirate queens LML :-P
Cheers for the feedback my dear friend, and I guess you liked my milled clasp side too :-P
Too many biscuits were harmed in the making of this video.... 😬
@@Daud76 I only added that line when recording, then look in the cookie jar, and there at the bottom was the last golden biscuit needed, as the others had cream in them :-P
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman It is downright cruel to ignore creamy biscuits.... 😄
@@Daud76 I needed that crunch effect... and now you've reminded me they are still in the jar LML :-P
Good looking watch with interesting technology. Great lume and a bezel for beer fans. I wonder why kinetic watches haven't made a breakthrough. Either they cause too many problems or they are just underestimated? If the watch works for you then it's a good buy.
It's a great looking watch, and has been one I've wanted to review for a long while... and when the opportunity came at a watch fair, well it'll be rude not too... it was also the first time to see one in person, these don't end at watch fairs!
Needed a new battery, but worth the time and money as the battery was £19... and spending time with it, just made me realise just how balanced it really is, but wanted to address the finer side and to the points of build... some thought went into this, and the later version called the BFK was another nice SEIKO kinetic, but this to me holds more with enjoyment, as I flipped my BFK :-P
Kinetic watches need time on the wrist, they last 6 months fully charged, and when flat, they take ages to fully charge again, and thus they are like babies gagging for boob milk LML :-P One kinetic is plenty, I know have 2 in my collection, what have I done???? LML LML :-P
Lovely to hear from you my friend, and as always cheers for the support, even when I went AWOL... will be making more videos, but slower than usual, this video still took 3 days to make :-P
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman Sure your videos take time, but the result is extraordinary. This watch is much more exciting than the kinetic watches that you can find spontaneously on the Internet. The battery change was probably interesting. Is it enough to move the rotor or do you have to remove parts?
@@MartinLuetzelberger Cheers buddy :))
To replace the battery there are a few things that are required.
Firstly the replacement battery will come with a fixing plate and protective film which is designed for that particular battery, some batteries differ slightly I've discovered.
So once the case back is off, you need to remove the rotor, which is a simple slot head and when removed you'll notice it's attached to a gear, which drives a very small gear on the movement... taking this off is easy just to add.
Now to the battery, there will be two slot head screws holding this is, so remove the screws and lift the plate out. Laying on the battery is this piece of film, so just lift off, and the battery is exposed and just needs to be flipped out using a fine object.
The reverse the process backwards using the parts supplied with the new battery.
When placing the rotor back on, just make sure it drops smoothly back on, needs no force at all, and if it's not seated correctly, just remove and place down again, and you'll soon see when it fits perfectly.
I was going to film it, but as it's my first kinetic battery replacement, thought best not have that added distraction LML :-P
Hope that helps you, and it's easy really :)
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman Thank you very much.
When will you do the GWR-B1000 review?
Hey buddy... being truthful, probably never... it's not that I don't like it, to me it's not a watch that was really necessary, feel it was more about the looks. I've seen one, they look very MTG, but it just looks a little too busy with regards to materials used, and it has lots of different finishes that to me is confusing. I like the braveness of G-Shock, and I'm not against it, more that it's not my style, as I use my G-Shocks as intended, and this would be a G-Shock that I'm really not sure how to use, I have the GPW-2000 Gravitymaster and this is built like what we consider how a tough watch should look like, and I use it for traveling as it's all about time keeping. I understand the GWR-B1000 has some quirks and is bluetooth... is it a watch you're looking at? What's the attraction for you the most, always good to know, and this also helps others who are reading this.
If I was loaned one, then maybe I would review it further, as spending time with a watch can only give the best and honest review... am sometimes bias with G-Shocks, but often I suggest other bands as I feel it's more suited.
Hope that helps you my friend :)
Welcome back
Hey buddy... well it was nice to make a video, wasn't the one I had planned to make just yet, but the day was sunny so took advantage then rolled on from there... three days later you get this from me LML :-P
Have you bought the GWG2k yet?? then I'm waiting for you to sell it again LML :-P
Cheers and hope you're also good and well :))
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman no ain’t gonna bother as I missed the gwg 1000 that much I went and bought another in mint condition for a very nice price. Lol
@@nigelstevens6218 That's good to know... feel the GWG-1000 will always have that place with being iconic, not sure the new 2k will have the same???
Cheers :)
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman yes plus it’s basically the same watch would have thought Casio would include Bluetooth
@@nigelstevens6218 I'm in a way pleased it's the same module, makes the 1k as attractive and only boils down to looks... but was expecting something new out of the CASIO hat, and I mean useful new, not just a restyle :-P
Did you get the olive green again? :))
Some day, all watches will be made this way Mr Rangeman!
That day has passed, they make them like they're going out of fashion these days... well this has lived, the DNA and scratches tell you this story, now I finally have one it gets much time with me, more about shaking it and keeping it fed, they are hungry watches, so don't buy the set LML :-P
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman I’m not a Seiko fan Mr Rangeman 😂😂😂
@@Mark-P At times I'm not either, especially when it's another ProSpex limited edition colour trying to save a part of the world LML :-P
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman They’ll release a Covid version next!😂😂😂😂
@@Mark-P With a picture of Bill Gates on the back... LML LML :-P
Fatek? Hmmm...
LML now that made me laugh :))