Royal Oak 37mm V2 Case – Black PVD
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The V2 Ultrathin Royal Oak case in black PVD — the darkest, most stealth-oriented finish in the 37mm V2 range. The deep matte black coating over 316L stainless steel absorbs light across the angular octagonal bezel and integrated lugs, creating a monolithic profile that lets gold, rose gold, or silver dial accents stand out sharply by contrast. At just 9.95 mm thick with a solid caseback, 37 mm diameter, and 48 mm lug-to-lug, the proportions remain sleek and wearable. Sapphire crystal with blue or clear AR coating, screw-down signed crown, 100 m water resistance. Compatible with NH35, NH36, NH38, NH70, NH71, and NH72 movements. Solid or exhibition caseback.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Lug-to-Lug | 48 mm |
| Thickness | 9.95 mm (solid) / 10.3 mm (exhibition) |
| Lug Width | 20 mm |
| Material | 316L Stainless Steel, black PVD |
| Crystal | Sapphire (Blue AR or Clear AR) |
| Water Resistance | 100 m |
| Dial Fit | 28.5 mm |
| Crown | Screw-down, signed Nomods logo |
Compatibility
Movements: NH35, NH36, NH38, NH70, NH71, NH72. All Seiko NH-family movements with the standard 3 o’clock crown position fit directly. Not compatible with 7S26 or 7S36.
Dials: 28.5 mm direct fit. Gold or rose gold dials and hands against the black case produce striking two-tone builds. Silver dials create a more subtle contrast.
Bracelet: The Royal Oak 37mm bracelet fits the 20 mm lug width. A black PVD bracelet completes the full stealth look.
What’s Included
- Case body (black PVD over 316L stainless steel)
- Sapphire crystal (pre-installed, Blue AR or Clear AR per variant)
- Caseback (solid or exhibition per variant)
- Crown with signed Nomods logo
- Crystal gasket (pre-installed)
- Caseback gasket
- Spring bars × 2
Movement, dial, hands, bracelet, and tools are not included.
Why the V2 Ultrathin
The Black PVD is the most dramatic finish in the V2 range — it turns the 37 mm octagonal case into a dark canvas where every other component becomes the accent. Gold hands on a black case read completely differently than gold hands on silver. The V2 platform achieves this at 9.95 mm thick, making it one of the slimmest Royal Oak-style cases you can build with. The key trade-off with black PVD is scratch visibility: deep impacts can expose the silver steel beneath, which shows more on a dark surface than on lighter finishes. For builders who prioritize the stealth aesthetic and handle their watches with care, the Black PVD delivers the most impactful visual result in the lineup.
Build Guide
Difficulty: Moderate — standard Seiko mod build. Tools needed: caseback opener, hand press or hand setting tool, stem cutter, movement holder, and rodico.
Key notes: Black PVD is the most sensitive finish to tool marks and handling scratches. Always work on a soft, clean surface and use a movement cushion. Wear gloves if possible. The exhibition caseback adds 0.35 mm to total thickness. Cut the crown stem precisely before installation.
For step-by-step instructions, read our complete build guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What movements fit this case?
The Royal Oak 37mm V2 case accepts NH35, NH36, NH38, NH70, NH71, and NH72 movements. All standard Seiko NH-family movements share the same fitment. The 7S26 and 7S36 are not compatible due to a different stem.
Will the black PVD coating scratch?
PVD is durable for daily wear. Deep scratches can expose silver steel underneath, which is more visible on a black surface than on lighter finishes. For maximum scratch tolerance, the Silver case has no coating. For a darker option that hides marks better than black, consider the Gunmetal case.
What is the difference between solid and exhibition caseback?
The solid caseback provides the thinnest profile at 9.95 mm with a clean, sealed back in matching black PVD. The exhibition caseback has a sapphire window that displays the movement inside, adding 0.35 mm for a total of 10.3 mm. Both maintain 100 m water resistance.
What dial and hand colors work best with black PVD?
Black PVD is the highest-contrast base. Gold or rose gold dials and hands create the most dramatic two-tone effect. Silver provides a cooler, more subtle contrast. A black dial with black PVD case produces a full stealth build where only the lume is visible in low light.
Complete Your Build
Build a stealth or two-tone watch on the black PVD platform:
- Dials: Silver dial · Gold dial · Rose gold dial
- Skeleton dials: Silver skeleton V2 · Gold skeleton V2 · Rose gold skeleton V2
- Hands: Silver V2 hands · Gold V2 hands
- Bracelet: Royal Oak 37mm bracelet
- Movements: NH35 · NH72
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