David Paterson Watt (1885 – 25 April 1917) was a Scottish professional golfer.

Watt was in the Cameron Highlanders during World War I but died following a leg amputation.

[1] While at Dirleton, Watt was runner-up to Willie Binnie in the 1909 Dunlop Cup, taking the second prize of £5.

[3] He went one better in the 1914 Championship at Glen Golf Club, beating Willie by 2 strokes and winning the first prize of £20.

[4] Watt played in the 1914 Open Championship at Prestwick Golf Club and finished tied for 25th place, again two shots better than Willie.