WatchDives WD007: Lightweight Titanium Dive Watch

For the last couple of weeks, this has been my daily watch. Not just for testing, but because I’ve actually enjoyed wearing it every single day. And honestly, that caught me by surprise. I expected a solid budget diver, sure — but what I didn’t expect was just how good this thing would feel in real-world use. Light, comfortable, tough, and genuinely great looking. But — and there’s always a “but” — this watch also has one serious issue. It’s not a deal-breaker, but it’s something you’ll absolutely want to know before buying. So, what am I on about? Well, we have it here - let's find out!

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Design

Ok, so yes, no awards for originality here. However, from the moment you take it out of the box, the WD007 just feels special. That lightness of titanium immediately stands out, although the bracelet isn't Titanium and I'll circle to it later in the video — the whole thing feels like light in the hand, yet never cheap. The finishing is really good, with smooth brushing throughout and subtle curves that really make it look far more expensive than it is.

It’s built around that familiar Omega inspired NTTD silhouette — twisted lugs, fully brushed case, no polish anywhere — giving it that stealth-tool aesthetic that is much easier to achieve with Titanium than stainless steel. On the wrist, the matte ceramic bezel insert ties the whole design together. It’s understated, almost vintage-military in tone, and it works here really well.

And I’ll say this upfront: if you like the look of the movie watch but aren’t planning to drop thousands, this is easily one of the best affordable interpretations on the market right now.

Dimensions

Looking at dimensions and all the numbers here are pretty much as advertised. We’ve got a 42 millimetre case diameter, a lug-to-lug of just under 49 millimetres, and a total thickness of 13.5 millimetres including the domed sapphire crystal. Lug width is 20 millimetres, which is great for strap changes and in a way is a saving grace of this watch. And having a Titanium case it weighs around 75 grams on a nylon strap and just 56g without it.

Case

The case is Grade 2 titanium with both a hardened coating and an anti-fingerprint finish. It has that classic Seamaster-style sculpting with twisted lugs that give the profile nice flow and elegance. Again, zero points for originality — it’s a clear homage — but execution-wise, Watchdives really nailed it.

At 3 o’clock we have a screw-down crown, nicely signed and well-protected by the crown guards. Operation is smooth, threads are clean, and it feels secure when tightened. Water resistance is rated at 200 meters, which is plenty for swimming or snorkelling.

Then there’s the helium-escape valve at 10 o’clock. And yes, Watchdives claims it’s a functional one. Will any of us ever need it? Probably not. But it’s a cool touch and looks authentic on a design like this. Just remember — it can be unscrewed, so before taking it in the water, make sure it is screwed-down - nice and tight.

Around back, we’ve got a sterile screw-on caseback — simple, flat, and fitting for a tool watch. No engraving here, and that’s totally fine.

The overall finishing is genuinely very good. The brushed titanium feels premium to the touch, and that anti-fingerprint coating actually works — the case stays looking clean even after a full day on the wrist.

Crystal

Covering the dial, we get a double domed sapphire crystal with clear anti-reflective under coating. Clarity is very good; reflections are minimal, and there are no distortions to speak of - so the dial legibility is excellent.

It’s a detail that really elevates the watch — you can tell Watchdives didn’t cut corners here. So yes, crisp visibility of the dial in pretty much most lighting conditions.

Dial & Lume

Looking at the dial and, again very little points for originality, however the execution is very very good. Crisp printing, balanced layout, and a strong vintage-military character that feels right for the theme. The indices are cleanly applied, the hands are well-proportioned, and everything lines up nicely.

Lume performance is also very good — bright, quick to charge, and long-lasting. Watchdives uses Swiss blue Super-LumiNova BGW9 here.

That said, I do have one small note: while the hour markers stay impressively bright for quite awhile, the hands could stand to be just a touch stronger. There’s a short period in the fade-down where the hands become slightly harder to read against still-glowing indices. It’s not a big problem, just something I’d put on the wish list for a future revision.

Bracelet and Clasp

Now, about that serious issue I mentioned earlier. Yeah… it’s the bracelet. The supplied mesh bracelet is, frankly, unusable. I’m not sure who designed it, but it feels like an afterthought. It’s not signed, which is already unusual for Watchdives, and ergonomically it just doesn’t work. It’s stiff, awkward, and practically impossible to size comfortably unless you have wrists the size of a small tree.

The good news? It’s cheap — around 10 -15 bucks on its own — and easily replaced. The WD007 uses standard 20 millimetre lugs, so we’ve got endless options on AliExpress and beyond: other mesh styles, FKM rubber, canvas, or leather.

So don’t let the bracelet put you off the watch itself. The head of the watch is excellent; the stainless steel mash bracelet is just disposable. Thankfully, the nylon NATO strap that ships with it is a much better experience — at least initially.

NATO Strap Experience

I’ll admit, I’m not usually a NATO-strap guy, but this one surprised me. Out of the box, it’s soft, flexible, and genuinely comfortable. None of that itchy, scratchy feel that cheaper straps sometimes have. The hardware is decent, nicely finished but again unsigned. The buckle is milled, smooth, and matches the case well. For the first couple of days, I actually enjoyed wearing it this way — light, breathable, easy to adjust.

However, after about two days of use, I noticed some fraying starting to appear around the holes. Nothing catastrophic, but enough to make me swap it out for one of my own spare NATOs — which I’ve been using ever since. So, yes the supplied Nylon strap is better than the bracelet, but doesn't look like it is built for the long haul. The good news is replacement NATOs are very affordable and plentiful.

Wearability

So, once you’ve replaced the strap with something better, this watch becomes an absolute joy to wear. The 56g titanium case makes it feather-light, the proportions are spot-on, and it is well balanced.

On my roughly seven-inch wrist, it hugs nicely, and that matte titanium never feels cold or harsh — it actually warms up quickly and disappears on my wrist. Compared to stainless divers of similar size, it’s of course noticeably lighter and I would say more comfortable for all-day wear.

And again, I keep coming back to the fact that I’ve genuinely been wearing this every day — not for testing, but because it’s that easy to live with.

Verdict

So, here’s where we land. The Watchdives WD007 Titanium NTTD V3 isn’t perfect — far from it. The supplied bracelet is a bit of a disaster, and even the NATO strap will probably need replacing after a while. But once you sort that out, what remains is a remarkably capable, beautifully built titanium diver that delivers far more than its price suggests.

For around $130 before tax, you’re getting a Grade 2 titanium case, domed sapphire crystal, ceramic bezel insert, 200 meters of water resistance, and one of the most wearable everyday divers in this segment.

If you like the “No Time To Die” aesthetic but can’t justify the Omega price tag, this Watchdives version absolutely nails the vibe — rugged, understated, and ready for daily duty.

So yes, despite its flaws, this one earns a very solid recommendation from me. In fact, it’s still on my wrist as I record this - and that probably says it all!

Bezel

The bezel here is kinda another surprise - a good one at that. Titanium bezel-on-titanium case usually makes for tricky engineering, but Watchdives handled it nicely. It is a 120-click unidirectional bezel with lumed matte ceramic bezel insert. And I really like the look.

Action is precise with a firm, satisfying click — with hardly any back play. You do need a slightly tighter grip, which is expected given the material, but it’s still comfortable to operate. As I noted there's a small amount of back-play, nothing major, and overall it’s the kind of bezel you’ll want to turn just for the tactile satisfaction. The matte ceramic insert looks fantastic — no glossy reflections, just a smooth, understated finish that fits the whole NTTD vibe perfectly. For everyday timing use — brewing coffee, parking meters, anything — it works brilliantly.

Movement

In regards to the movement - inside we’ve got the reliable Seiko NH35 automatic mechanical caliber. Nothing exotic, nothing experimental — just a tried-and-true work horse that keeps good time and is easy to service or replace, for that matter. At around this price point, it’s absolutely the right call. If this Timepiece was priced $250 higher, we might start wishing for a Miyota 9000-series, but for what Watchdives is charging here, the NH35 I think is spot-on. Smooth winding, hacking seconds, and roughly 41 hours of reserve — no complaints whatsoever.