Seiko Monster SKX779 An In-Depth Look at a Seiko Classic (42mm case/48mm L2L/14mm height/20mm lugs)

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A Cult Classic From the Beginning

BY MICHAEL STOCKTON
MARCH 26, 2020

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https://www.fratellowatches.com/tbt-...onster-skx779/



A Cult Classic From the Beginning

I remember reading forums during the early 2000s and the admiration for the Seiko Monster was readily apparent. There’s the orange version, SKX781, which is still the most popular. However, the black Seiko Monster SKX779 you see here had its share of admirers as well. At the time, I was impressed with the specs. This is a watch with everything in-house, the 7S26 automatic, crazy lume, and 200 meters of water resistance. Admittedly, though, the looks of the Monster caused me some real consternation.

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Introduced in 2000

The Seiko Monster SKX779 first hit catalogs in 2000 and was made until 2012. With its bold stainless external unidirectional dive bezel, this was a very different alternative to the far more traditional SKX00x lineup. A closer look at the Monster reveals shrouding around the upper and lower halves of the watch. Perhaps this shielding was added in an attempt to integrate some Tuna traits at a lower price point. Whatever the motivation, this styling did manage to create a very different yet enduring diver.

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WATCH SPECIFICATIONS

Brand
Seiko
Model
Diver's 200 Meter "Monster"
Reference
SKX779
Dial
Black with Luminous Indices
Case Material
Stainless Steel
Case Dimensions
42mm Diameter, 48mm Length, 14mm Thickness, 20mm Lug Width
Crystal
Hardlex Mineral Glass
Case Back
Solid Screw-In
Movement
Seiko Caliber 7S26 Automatic, 21 Jewels, 21,600 vph, 41 Hours Power Reserve, Non Hand-Winding, Quick Set Day/Date
Water Resistance
200 Meters
Strap
Rubber with Pin Buckle or Stainless Steel Bracelet
Functions
Time (HH:MM:SS), Day, Date, Uni-Directional External Dive Bezel
Special Note(s)
Production from 2000 - 2012


Final Thoughts

Love it or hate it, there’s no mistaking a watch like the Seiko Monster SKX779. It’s a high quality dive watch that ended its run before Seiko began upscaling its Prospex collection. For fans, that luckily still translates into a great piece that’s still available at a very approachable price. As I always like to point out, try one on for size and if it doesn’t work out, selling is a no-lose proposition.

Link to complete article: https://www.fratellowatches.com/tbt-...onster-skx779/




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I've sized hundreds of watches and have decent tools. Had to sit and watch a youtube video to do mine and still with my dead frostbitten killed feel free fingertips and getting older eyesight had a fun time. Mine of course were older models and I got it done just didn't figure it out without help which is posted by guys like you here to make things a little less stressful.
 
You're correct George. This tread proves that. I received the ones I ordered on E bay from China, but have not tried to see if they fit.
I normally have no trouble with pins and collars, but the design on this Monster is not that great with how the pipes and pins go together. Newer ones the pipe goes into the center link to hold it in place.


https://watchintyme.com/forum/genera...bracelet-parts

https://watchintyme.com/forum/genera...pins-and-tubes


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I've tried but I'm still unable to get the correct size tubes\pipes. The largest I could find are 1.10mm thick that came in a set from China that included an assortment of pins and tubes\pipes. None were large enough to fit my "Monster" links... (heavy sigh!)
 
I still love my original Black Monster. I much prefer it over the various newer versions that Seiko has released over the years.
 
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