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Seiko (TMI) NH72 Automatic Movement - Skeleton Ruthenium Grey

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See It On A Watch

The full skeleton, dial-side.

Genuine Seiko NH72 automatic movement: a full skeleton display in ruthenium grey with a Côtes de Genève decorated rotor. Built for an open, skeletonised view of the entire movement from the watch face, the bridges, gear train, and decorated rotor all on show. The choice when the movement itself is the dial.

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.

The movement is the dial.
A fully skeletonised top plate gives a complete view of the gear train and decorated rotor from the front. No separate dial design competes with it, the mechanism is the aesthetic.

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.

Spacer fitted, ready to seat.
Ships with a dial holding spacer already fitted for straightforward installation, plus a full-length threaded stem and a dummy stem with plastic crown.

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 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 · THIS MOVEMENT 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 NH72A
    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 Skeleton display (no date)
    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 Skeleton-ready cases (spacer-fitted)
    3. Dial 28.5mm Seiko Mod dials — no-date / open dials
    4. Hands NH-series compatible

    The NH72 is a skeleton movement meant to be seen, pair it with a skeleton or open dial and ideally a display caseback so it's visible front and back. Ships spacer-fitted for easy seating.

    1. 1x NH72 movement (dial holding spacer pre-fitted)
    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.

How is the NH72 different from the NH70 and NH71?

All three are skeleton movements built for a full dial-side view of the mechanism. The difference is finish: the NH70 is nickel-plated, the NH71 gold-plated. This NH72 is ruthenium grey with a Côtes de Genève decorated rotor. The NH72 ships with a dial holding spacer fitted for easy seating.

What does the NH72 need to look its best?

Pair it with a skeleton or open dial so the movement shows from the front, and ideally a display (sapphire) caseback so it's visible front and back. It's a no-date movement; the ruthenium finish and decorated rotor are the focal point.

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 skeleton automatic movement for its beauty and reliability. Reviews highlighted "well finished", "precise", and "best quality" construction. The movement arrived "faster than expected" with excellent packaging and regulation. Shoppers noted it "looks excellent from behind" even with regular dials. No significant issues reported.

  • The skeleton movement is precise and has to be my favorite mod thus far.
  • It is well finished and is very reliable.
  • This movement is beautiful! It still looks excellent from behind.
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Jeremy R. (Saint-Germain-en-Laye, FR)
Using this mod part for: Aftermarket cases sub style + jubilee
NH72 regulated

Very nice product well regulated and well packaged. Arrived faster than expected. I am very happy.

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T.L. (Taoyuan District, TW)
Seiko NH72

I love it ,it's beautiful

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Joshua W. (Sherwood, US)
Using this mod part for: All models, mainly SkX007
Hands down best quality

I’ve been modding for at least 2 years now and you guys are by far the best one stop shop out there. The quality is 10/10. The skeleton movement is precise and has to be my favorite mod thus far. Overall experience Is easily 10/10

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Lukasz (Oslo, NO)
Using this mod part for: GS
Grand seiko

Excellent !

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Kent A. (Victoria, CA)
Using this mod part for: Seikonaut case
Amazing quick shipping .

Well packaged and easy to track . Showed up quicker than expected . Products even better than expected .

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jason h. (Tower Hamlets, GB)
Using this mod part for: Skx007
Skeleton

Looks great and arrived quickly

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Martin T. (Brisbane, AU)
Using this mod part for: The case is aftermarket bell& Ross which will be a skeleton the back is non crystal
Seiko NH 72 movement

Extremely fast delivery the packaging was well done the movement itself is great and I especially liked the note from Adriel

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Manuel M. (Albuquerque, US)
Best NH movements on the market

I love this movement. It is well finished and is very reliable. Adriel is a great and reliable seller.

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Brian D. (Chicago, US)
NH72

Regulation was perfect and product showed up faster than expected.

M
Michael G. (Gilbert, US)
Nh72

This movement is beautiful! I fit it with a regular dial and it still looks excellent from behind.

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Justin

Will you be restocking the regulated version of the NH72?

Adriel from LuciusAtelier.com

Hello Justin!

Thanks for expressing interest in our mod parts!

Nope. We will not be bringing in more NH7x.

Hope this helps. Let me know if you have anymore questions.

Cheers,
Adriel

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Kent A.

Does this fit the Seikonaut case . Not in the list of add ons but is a new item .?

Adriel from LuciusAtelier.com

Hello Kent!

Thanks for expressing interest in our mod parts!

>> Does this fit the Seikonaut case
Yes. Fits all our cases.

>> Not in the list of add ons but is a new item .?
Thanks for reminding me. Dropdown list was not updated.

Hope this helps. Let me know if you have anymore questions.

Cheers,
Adriel