Perhaps one of the most distinct characteristics of dive watches is the unidirectional rotating bezel. This bezel allows divers to measure their dive time accurately, a feature of significant importance when time is of the essence.

Sure, a hardcore and extra toolish dive watch can be a ton of fun, but as outlined above, you just need a watch that fits a pretty achievable list of specifications. I'll keep this simple, your dive watch can easily also be your everyday watch.

Omega Seamaster The Seamaster is sort of like the Submariner: It's been around forever, it's been used by military divers, it's robust and attractive, etc, etc. While you see these less often in the wild than you do Subs — or even Seikos — they're still used by divers both recreational and professional.

The world's first commercially available divers' watch was introduced by OMEGA in 1932. Named the Marine, it utilised an ingenious, patented double case sealed with cork to keep water and the elements away from the heart of the watch.