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Seiko (TMI) NH36 Automatic Movement - Day Date (White)

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The full-calendar workhorse.

Genuine Seiko NH36 automatic movement with day and date function, crown at 3 o'clock, with white wheels. A popular upgrade from older 7S26/7S36 calibers, adding hacking and hand-winding alongside the full day+date calendar.

Two accuracy grades. One genuine Seiko caliber, QC-passed by TMI.
Pick Regulated for watchmaker-tuned precision, or Non-Regulated for Seiko factory spec. Every unit is a genuine Time Module Inc. movement, tested functional before it ships.

Day and date together.
A full calendar complication: day-of-week plus date, both quick-set. Crown out one click to correct day and date, two clicks to hack and set the time.

Regulated or non-regulated.
Choose Regulated and a certified watchmaker tunes it to 0 to +8 seconds/day before it ships. Choose Non-Regulated for factory-default accuracy of -20 to +40 seconds/day per Seiko's spec. Same movement, your call on precision.

Hacking and hand-winding.
Both built in. The seconds hand stops when you pull the crown for precise time-setting, and you can manually wind it. The popular reason modders upgrade from older 7S26/7S36 calibers.

In every box.
Each movement ships with a full-length threaded stem and a dummy stem with plastic crown. Additional full-length threaded stems are available separately.

How the NH family compares

Caliber Complication Crown Position Version
NH34 GMT + Date 3 or 4 o'clock White
NH35 Date 3 or 4 o'clock Black White
NH35 Date · 6 o'clock dial 3 or 4 o'clock Black White
NH36 · THIS MOVEMENT Day + Date 3 o'clock only Black White
NH36 Day + Date 4 o'clock only Black White
NH38 Open Heart (no date) 3 or 4 o'clock View
NH70 / 71 / 72 Skeleton (no date) 3 or 4 o'clock NH72

Most NH movements fit either a 3 or 4 o'clock crown — the stem threads either way and the date disc isn't affected. The NH36 is the exception: its day wheel is pre-aligned for one crown position, so pick the standard (3 o'clock) or the 4 o'clock version to match your case. Every caliber shares the same 24-jewel automatic platform, 21,600 vph beat rate, and 41+ hour power reserve. Click any version to go straight to that product.

For experienced modders only

Movement swapping is recommended only for individuals with the right skills and experience. Every movement passes Time Module Inc. (TMI) quality control before shipping and is guaranteed fully functional on arrival. Given the DIY nature of modding and Seiko's trade practices, movements cannot be returned once shipped. We are not responsible for damage incurred during fitting.

    1. Manufacturer Time Module Inc. (TMI)
    2. Caliber NH36A
    3. Movement Type Automatic, Mechanical
    4. Hand Height Type M
    5. Movement Diameter 27.40mm
    6. Casing Diameter 29.36mm (with dial holding spacer)
    7. Movement Height 5.32mm
    8. Jewels 24 jewels
    9. Beats Per Hour 21,600 vph (6 vibrations per second)
    10. Additional Function Day & Date display
    11. Hacking Yes
    12. Manual Winding Yes
    13. Winding Direction Clockwise
    14. Power Reserve More than 41 hours
    15. Accuracy (Regulated) 0 to +8 seconds/day
    16. Accuracy (Non-Regulated) -20 to +40 seconds/day
    17. Hands Fitting Size H: 1.5mm, M: 0.88mm, S: 0.2mm
  • Where this movement fits

    1. Hand height Type M (standard) — confirm your case accepts Type M before fitting
    2. Our cases All Ultra Thin Edition cases (TYPE M)
    3. Dial 28.5mm Seiko Mod dials — match the date aperture to the movement
    4. Hands NH-series compatible

    A day+date dial pairs with the NH36. Fits every Ultra Thin Edition case that takes a TYPE M movement.

    1. 1x NH36 movement
    2. 1x Full-length threaded stem
    3. 1x Dummy stem with plastic crown

    All photos showing movements fitted with dials, hands, or cases are for illustration only and are not included with the movement purchase.

    1. A Complete Guide On How To Mod Your SEIKO Watch Dial And Hands (Photos & Video)
    2. Fitting dials with four dial legs
    3. Seiko Modding: The Complete Build Guide (2026)

Questions, Answered

Everything worth knowing before you build.

Which dial does the NH36 need, and will an NH35 work instead?

The NH36 is a day-date movement and needs a day-date dial. Don't fit an NH35 under a day-date dial — with no day disc, you'd see bare movement through the day window. The NH36 has its crown at 3 o'clock; if your case has a 4 o'clock crown, choose the 4 o'clock NH36 version instead.

Why does the NH36 come in 3 o'clock and 4 o'clock versions?

Because of the day wheel. Unlike a date disc, the day wheel is pre-aligned to a specific crown position so the day text reads upright in the window. We stock a 3 o'clock version and a 4 o'clock version — pick the one matching your case's crown position. (Date-only and no-date calibers don't have this constraint; they fit either crown.)

What's the difference between Regulated and Non-Regulated?

Regulated movements are tuned by a certified watchmaker to 0 to +8 seconds per day before they ship. Non-Regulated movements run at Seiko's factory-default accuracy of -20 to +40 seconds per day. It's the same movement either way — Regulated just buys you tighter timekeeping out of the box.

Is this a Type M or Type L movement, and does it matter?

This is a Type M movement. Type M and Type L are Seiko's two factory hand-fitting heights; Type L sits about 0.4mm taller. Ultra Thin Edition cases have tight hand-to-sapphire clearance, so they take Type M only. Always confirm Type M before fitting.

Can I return a movement if my mod doesn't work out?

Movements can't be returned once shipped. Given the DIY nature of modding and Seiko's trade practices, all movement sales are final. Every unit passes TMI quality control and is guaranteed fully functional on arrival — but the fitting itself is at your own risk, so this movement is recommended for experienced modders only.

NH34 vs NH35 vs NH36 vs NH38 vs NH70 — what is the actual difference?

They are the same movement — only the complication differs. Every one: 24 jewels, −20 to +40 sec/day, 21,600 vph, 41h power reserve, casing Ø29.36mm with the spacer.

| Movement | Shows |
|---|---|
| **NH34** | Date + GMT |
| **NH35** | Date |
| **NH36** | Day date |
| **NH38** | Open Heart |
| **NH70/71/72** | Skeleton |

All of them hack (the seconds hand stops while you set). On the NH38 and the NH70 family the crown has one click and it sets the time, so a no-date dial belongs on an NH38 — there is no empty date position to pull past.

Only the height differs: 7.59mm installed, 7.99mm for the NH34. That extra 0.4mm of hand stack is why a GMT needs a case built for it. Otherwise the family is interchangeable — you are choosing a dial and a crown behaviour, not a different-sized engine.

Customers praised this automatic watch movement for exceptional accuracy, with many reporting +1 to +5 seconds per day. The regulated version exceeded expectations, performing better than standard tolerances. Shoppers appreciated fast shipping, careful packaging, and excellent service. One customer noted "super accurate out of the box!" The movement is hackable, making it an affordable upgrade.

  • Super accurate out of the box! Running at +1 spd!
  • Accuracy was much better than Seiko tolerances, worth the extra money for regulated movement.
  • The movement has kept time within regulation specs, about +5 sec/day which is even better!
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Sergejs L. (Ogre, LV)
-2/+6 | 5 pos

All fine -1/+3 | 5 pos ~-2/+6

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David S. (Centreville, US)
Using this mod part for: Seiko SKX007
Regulated NH36 movement

I received the movement today and checked it on my timegrapher before installing into my SKX007 mod. Accuracy was much better than Seiko tolerances. For me it was worth the extra money to get the regulated movement.

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Devin D. (Jakarta, ID)
Using this mod part for: Seikonaut
NICE

I like it alot thank youuu 👌👌👌

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Mitchell S. (San Antonio, US)
Using this mod part for: Case purchased from you
Movement

Operates perfectly

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TonyG (Reading, GB)
Using this mod part for: Lucius Atelier 36mm Explorer
NH36 Movement

Came packed with care, supplied with stem to cut and one to work with the movement. Being pre-regulated was a bonus.

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Bruno B. (Saujon, FR)
Using this mod part for: Skx013
Skx 013 mod

Le mecanisme a l'air parfait. Je le garde au cas ou....
Au dernier moment j'ai préféré garder mon bon vieux 7s26...
Merci Adriel au plaisir
Bruno.

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Axel (Aix-en-Provence, FR)
Using this mod part for: skx013
Great customer care!

Ordered NH36 and a bezel specially made for SKX013, this bezel is really perfectly done and I love it. In addition the customer care is really great with very fast shipping and updates on the tracking, I am a very happy customer!

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STJ
Using this mod part for: Skx007 case
Super fast with a personal touch

I bought a nh36 movement and it arrived quickly and nicely packed.

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Sergejs

All fine

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Glen C. (Bellwood, US)

well done, thanks!

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Derek W.
Using this mod part for: New build
Super accurate out of the box!

Been wearing mine a couple days straight. Using my time tracking app it’s running at +1 spd!

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Anonymous (Owatonna, US)
Using this mod part for: SKX007
Movement NH36

Quick response, we’ll packaged. Arrived in good condition. All appears as advertised.

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HARRIS C. (Montreal, CA)
Using this mod part for: Explorer 36mm
Turquoise dial

Beautiful mat turquoise dial. Even nicer in person. Great service and really fast delivery!

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Anonymous (Udine, IT)

Accurate as descripted! Super fast shipping

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Owen (Melbourne, AU)
NH36 movement

Have bought a couple of these from LA, and had no issues on either occasion.

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Justin H. (Vancouver, CA)
Using this mod part for: SKX007
Movement

Arrived very quickly and was safely packaged

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Paul P. (Auckland, NZ)
Using this mod part for: SKX013
NH36 movement

Works fine. Arrived in super quick time. Always great service from L A Mod Parts.

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Jay P. (Poplar, GB)
Using this mod part for: Aftermarket
Reliable

It was packed properly and movement is in excellent condition.

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mspkaushik (Chandler, US)
Using this mod part for: Aftermarket 39 mm
Delighted with the quality.

Wanted to do a full build for a long time. Thanks to Adriel this saw the light of day. The parts were of high quality, packaged well and shipped promptly. Compelted a build with 39 mm steel case, a Submariner snowflake dial, Mercedes old radium hands and a brown leather strap. I am delighted by the overall quality and very happy with the way it turned out. Thanks Adriel.

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Jonty (Stuttgart, DE)
Using this mod part for: Skx 013
NH 36 perfection 👌🏻

Perfectly regulated NH36

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Pedro (Madrid, ES)
Using this mod part for: SKX007
Outstanding service

Smooth process from the order to the delivery. Very thankful for the nice detail inside the package. Will repeat for sure!

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VMOD81 (Frankfurt am Main, DE)
Using this mod part for: Aftermarket cases as well as several OEM Seiko cases
Well known and good product

I can recommend the regulated version

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Luciano (Paris, FR)
Using this mod part for: SNZH53J1 upgrade movement.
Perfect!!! Thank you very much!!!

Awesome experience with Lucius Atelier. Good product and excellent shipping to France. Thank you for the little gift inside the parcel and the handwritten nice note.
Super recommended seller!!!

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Glenn C. (Boca Grande, US)
Fast and friendly

Thank you for getting my movements to me and being the friendliest watch mod supplier I've dealt with.

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Gregory (New York, US)
Using this mod part for: Manchester Watch Works No. 4
Nice Movement

The movement has kept time within the regulation specs, mine has been about +5 sec/day which is even better!

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Dylan N. (Sydney, AU)

Seiko (SII) NH36 Automatic Movement

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velos.ter20 (Toronto, CA)
Using this mod part for: Srpd51
Perfect

I saw the parts earlier and its remarkable .I will order definitely again.