Time Design by Christian Taylor
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Marinemaster Series - Black Edition 

In early 2020, Seiko released a special Black Edition lineup inspired by the darkness experienced at the depths of the ocean. The range includes two Sumo's (one a Japan-only chronograph) and a MM300 based off the SLA021 case (reference SBDX033). All three feature black cases, dials, chapter rings and bezels with matching black bezel inserts. I was immediately drawn to this range, and set about making my own. 

I have located a supply of high quality aftermarket monobloc cases to build a homage to the great Marinemaster. The movement will be a Seiko NH35; whilst this is a lower-end offering compared to the original 8L35, it presents a reliable, affordable, proven and serviceable movement. 
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To make my build extra unique, I chose to take inspiration from another extreme to the depths of the ocean; moon rock. Being the focal point of the build, much relies on getting this piece right. Through some comprehensive research & some good fortune, I have managed to secure a single custom made black meteorite dial in 28.5mm for the MM300 case, from a run of 30 dials in total.
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Why Monobloc?

As monobloc watch cases are formed from a single piece of metal, there is no opening on the back like a traditional timepiece. The theory is that less openings means less chance of water ingress; in turn leading to a more effective diving watch.
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Parts:
 - MM300 black monobloc bare case (300m)
 - Domed sapphire crystal with AR
 - Black ceramic bezel insert 
​ - Black chapter ring
 - Black polished screw-down crown
 - Meteormaster black meteorite dial (1 of 30 made)
 - MM300 polished handset
 - Seiko NH35 automatic movement
 - Black silicone 20mm Barton elite dive strap with black polished buckle

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The case is constructed from a single piece of stainless steel, before being coated in black. It has a plate adhered that has been etched with a unicorn to signify it's rarity. 
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The Finished Project

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  • Home
    • About
  • Watches
    • SKX Series >
      • Original
      • Meteorite
      • Sulk
      • King Arthur
      • Bumblebee
    • Marinemaster Series >
      • Original
      • 50th Anniversary
      • Black Edition
    • Turtle Series >
      • OEM+
      • Blurtle
      • Gurtle
      • Coke
    • Vintage Series >
      • 1965 62MAS
      • 1970 6105 Willard
      • 1975 Grandfather Tuna
  • Project Builds
    • Seiko Builds >
      • Project "White Whale"
      • Project "Baby Tuna"
      • Project "Gurtle"
      • Project "Return of the King"
      • Project "King Arthur"
      • Seiko 7548-700b
      • Project "GMT Shark"
      • Project "Fifty Five Fathoms"
      • Project Blurtle
      • Project "Coke Turtle"
      • Project "Tuna Noir"
      • Project "5KX"
    • Custom Builds >
      • Project "Snowflake"
      • Project "Huey"
      • Project "Kanagawa"
      • Project "Sunburst"
      • Project "Stardust"
      • Project "Stardust Redux"
    • Other Brands >
      • Project "Seal"
      • Tag Heuer Cal 1887
      • Rolex Air King
      • G Shock Rangeman "Black Panther"
      • G Shock Rangeman "Fallout"
      • Tag Heuer Carrera Calibre 16
      • Tissot PRC200 Chrono
  • Contact