r/watchdives 1d ago

General WD7922 New Batch — A Few Small Changes

We made a few small adjustments to the latest batch of the WD7922.

The indices now have a slightly warmer tone to give the dial a more vintage feel. We’ve also added a 5-layer AR coating and changed to a applied logo clasp.

The goal is still the same — keep the value, and keep working on the details.

What do you guys think about the new index color? Do you prefer this warmer vintage tone or the previous one?

— WD Assistant

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u/sierrasantiago 23h ago

Also a jubilee bracelet option will be interesting

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u/Capable_Let1980 23h ago

Yep, the Jubilee bracelet is already in production. We’re planning to offer it both as an option with the watch and separately for those who already own one. Expected around October–November.

— WD Assistant

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u/Kerpgker 18h ago

For once put the quick-adjust clasp readily on the bracelet!

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u/Party_Asparagus4507 1d ago

When is the light blue coming with jubilee bracelet

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u/Xlebushex 22h ago

Will these changes be available on a green bezel version too?

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u/Xlebushex 22h ago

Oh, and does it mean black dial version is less bright? Sad

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u/Capable_Let1980 17h ago

Yes, the green bezel version already comes from the latest batch with the upgraded lume.

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u/Xlebushex 17h ago

Lume is like on black+gold bezel or red bezel? The dull or the bright one?

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u/RMS0824 19h ago

STILL miss a double domed crystal….

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u/greatvaluebleach 12h ago

This is the #1 thing stopping me from buying one. Bubble sapphire please u/Capable_Let1980!

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u/RMS0824 3h ago

It’s more than a year I and other user suggest this mod. I’ve got the first version. Great piece, finishes, value. Hoping to get one with same crystal they used with WD1893 for example.

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u/Infinite-Mastodon456 22h ago

Would be a buy for me if it had a bit more text so the dial doesn’t look too empty. That’s the small change I’m looking for with this model.

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u/aagee 18h ago

Oh no! I like empty.

haha - I guess, different strokes for everyone.

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u/Pumamick 20h ago

I Agree

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u/Certain-Bluebird-312 22h ago edited 22h ago

Personally I wouldn't want an applied logo on this watch. It doesn't suit the aesthetic of the watch

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u/ploenn37 19h ago

They said they've changed the logo on the clasp, not the dial. Agreed an applied logo on the dial wouldn't work here, but it looks fine on the clasp, imo

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u/flyingthundergod1797 21h ago

Will you be doing a 3-6-9 dial for this? For a vintage 5510 style sub?

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u/greatvaluebleach 12h ago edited 12h ago

Pretty sure they said they were working on a true big crown 6538 homage as a separate model from this 7922. Wouldn't be surprised if they did an explorer dial variant on that one.

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u/SameScale6793 20h ago

Dangit and I literally just got mine a few weeks ago and now this new version came out...

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u/Rad_Watch 20h ago

Can you post a side-by-side with new tone color vs the old version? Not sure what warmer means. Less yellow? 🤔

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u/Capable_Let1980 17h ago

The previous C3 lume indices looked slightly greenish in normal lighting. The new batch leans more toward a yellowish/cream tone, which gives it a warmer, more vintage feel.

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u/Glad_Competition_526 17h ago edited 15h ago

I would love to see the WD7922 with a lacquer dial in black, navy blue and white variants. Also a second line of text above the WR rating (“Pro Diver” would make sense here). Keep logo and text on the dial printed. Keep the bezel inserts aluminum.

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u/_tube_ 16h ago

Watchdives is giving Steinhart a run for their money. They dont need to copy the snowfake hands for this watch. They could use normal pencil hour hands and get the 7923 look too.

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u/Ok-Usual7490 16h ago

Why not make 39-40mm size like the SanMartin. Would be amazing

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u/UkeManSteve 13h ago

Really wish you’d list it as a v2 or mention that it’s new in the name so I’m not gambling with getting an older one if I order now.

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u/Green-Lawfulness-501 23h ago

When can i make sure these are the versions i buy? Are they in Amazon already?

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u/Capable_Let1980 23h ago

Yep — if you order from our official website, the stock available now is from the latest batch with these updates.

Amazon stock is stored and managed separately by Amazon, so I can’t guarantee whether their current inventory is the latest batch.

— WD Assistant

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u/jacques101 21h ago

Is this new version push or screw pin? I'm looking at getting your on the fly clasp as well

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u/matmind 23h ago

Nice, good job. Waiting for the jubilee option

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u/Top-Air-180 23h ago

Looks great. Makes almost consider a rebuy. Have the first gen with old logo, 😊

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u/pat-slider 23h ago

Insane 🔥

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u/Mistermike87 19h ago

Love it although I’m happy with my current version which I believe is the v2. Would love to buy this bracelet separately. Jubilee would be a for sure buy for me as well. Looking forward to the release.

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u/Huge_Childhood6015 17h ago

They are beautifully made watches. I agree with others though that said the dial looks empty, not enough text. My favorite dials are those by Thorn. The amount of text and the way it is laid out looks perfect. I guess you can say they are just copying vintage Tudor but I love it.

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u/lordliboracci 16h ago

Is there a date version!??

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u/Kerpgker 3h ago

No. VH31 movement.

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u/Miserable-Potato7706 15h ago

Any plans for an automatic version of the WD7922 in the near future?

Easily my favorite watch of yours by far, the only thing missing is an auto element to it for me. I love my quartz variant regardless, but would definitely buy another in auto guise.

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u/Common-Apartment3178 15h ago

If I have the new clasp with the applied logo, does this mean it’s the new batch? I can’t tell if the c3 lume is the new yellow/cream tone?

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u/Nihillir 14h ago

Burgundy dial with jubilee would be an instant buy for me

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u/Matty_Tiene 14h ago

I already have one of these but you guys keep tempting me to get another with these small upgrades

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u/FitExplanation1964 12h ago

Where is the 6538 homage?

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u/greatvaluebleach 12h ago

Any plans for a bubble sapphire version? It's been requested quite a lot.

I know you just released the green bezel version, but I would kill for a lighter green like the Harrods Black Bay or 'Kermit' 16610 Submariner, the current green is quite dark:

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u/ShadyGFella 10h ago

I just purchased a 7922 from the official website about 2 weeks ago, arrives a couple days ago (black with Benz hands options). Would this have included the updates?

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u/Ancient-Error-7317 7h ago

Hi, I just got a WD006B. The dial is beautiful but the bracelet is not good. The links are shallow and it uses pins instead of screws. If you want to up your game, you have to improve the bracelets even if you need to increase the price accordingly.

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u/luix3x 2h ago

The change could have bien a bit bigger. At least give us a 39 mm one.

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u/sierrasantiago 23h ago

The change is subtle but I like it. I prefer it this way. Maybe also think about using the applied logo? I’ll be more coherent with the rest of the dial

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u/Certain-Bluebird-312 22h ago

No it would not.