Learn About The Seiko SKX013
Today we will be talking about the Seiko SKX013, including where to find a few aftermarket SKX013 parts to make it your own!
Let’s start with the origin; The Seiko SKX013 is a dive watch popular with watch collectors and watch modders alike! It was one of Seiko’s entry-level dive watches and was basically a smaller version of the SKX007 design wise.
We will talk further about this popular model from Seiko’s SKX line and learn everything you need to know about it!
Is SKX013 Still In Production?
Unfortunately, no. Seiko Discontinued the SKX line in 2019. Although, you can still find brand new Seiko SKX013 online, the rarity has pushed the prices up to absurd levels. Seiko did release a few great alternatives to the SKX line that are now available today.
Is The Seiko SKX013 A Good Watch?
The Seiko SKX013 is the best dive watch for anyone with small wrists. It’s design is strikingly similar to the seiko SKX007 but with a smaller case to fit better. Don’t worry though as this model still holds a lot of wrist presence for a small watch!
How Big Is The SKX013?
The OEM Seiko SKX013 case size is 37mm with a lug-to-lug length of 43mm. The standards bracelet size for this model is 20mm. If you are like some of us with smaller wrists, then the sKX013 is a great alternative to the bigger SKX007 while still maintaining that manly look!
Aftermarket Case For seiko SKX013
The Seiko SKX013 is becoming increasingly popular in the modding world. You can now find some amazing aftermarket cases for this iconic model. Our favorite case to use when modding a SKX013 would be the new 38mm 62MAS Conversion case by Watch-Modz. With it’s 38mm size it is more true to the vintage 62mas diver. The 46mm lug to lug adds a little more wrist presence than the standard SKX013 without being overwhelming. With more parts being released every day for the Seiko SKx013, I see the variety of parts growing to that of the Seiko SKX007 one day soon.
Bezels and Bezel Inserts For SXK013
If you do decide to modify your SKX013, you may be wondering where to get bezels or bezel inserts from. Well you are in luck! Watch-Modz provides an array of Seiko SKX013 Bezels and Bezel Inserts to change up the look of your favorite diver! You can see in the above image a Stealth Insert paired with a Gold Submariner style bezel, specifically for the SKX013.
Is The SKX013 Good To Mod?
The Seiko SKX013 is definitely a great watch to modify! It is slowly becoming as popular with the aftermarket parts manufactures as the SKX007 is. I think it is a great time to start modding the SKX013 as the abundance of parts become more available. If you can’t find what you are looking for today, I’m sure it will be available in the near future. With modding becoming more popular every day, you don’t want to miss out on this exciting trend.
If you’ve never modified a watch before, it would be a good idea to read our Tutorials page for more information. The tutorial is written based around an SKX007 build, but you will get a better understanding of what is invbolved in modifying your watch.