
48 watches that match on case size, movement family, and price band. Sorted by how close the match is.
The closest alternative to the Baltany Retro Sub-second BubbleBack Automatic Watch S4028 is the Stowa Marine Classic KS 36 arabic — visually similar and Sector dial. If price is the constraint, the Timex Easy Reader 35mm Leather Strap Watch - T2H281 at $73 covers most of the same brief. From the independents, the Militado 36mm Dirty Dozen Watch Tuxedo Heritage Watch D12 is the standout microbrand take — looks nearly identical and Sector dial.
Independent makers covering the same brief, usually with something the mainstream brands don't.
Established brands covering the same brief at a comparable price: same case size, similar movement family. Often the deciding click for a new buyer.
If the price is the only thing keeping you off this watch, these get you most of the way there for less.
Where the same idea goes when budget isn't the constraint: luxury upgrades and step-ups.