Finding alternatives to
Alternatives to the Bulova Black Dial Leather Strap Chairman of the Board 97B224
48 watches that match on case size, movement family, and price band. Sorted by how close the match is.
Case
25.5mm
Movement
Automatic
MSRP
$2,050
The short answer
The closest alternative to the Bulova Black Dial Leather Strap Chairman of the Board 97B224 is the Movado 1881 Automatic ($837) — shared caliber (Sellita SW100) and Looks nearly identical. If price is the constraint, the Bulova Black Dial Leather Strap My Way 98A261 at $595 (vs $2,050 for the Black Dial Leather Strap Chairman of the Board 97B224) covers most of the same brief. From the independents, the Baume & Mercier Hampton Automatic is the standout microbrand take — looks nearly identical and Automatic. Stepping up, the Massena LAB Angelus Chronographe Télémètre Massena LAB ($39,950) is where the same idea goes with a bigger budget.
48 matches
Microbrand picks· 12
Independent makers covering the same brief — usually with something the mainstream brands don't.
Mainstream picks· 12
Established brands covering the same brief at a comparable price — same case size, similar movement family. Often the deciding click for a new buyer.
Cheaper alternatives· 12
If the price is the only thing keeping you off this watch, these get you most of the way there for less.
Pricier alternatives· 12
Where the same idea goes when budget isn't the constraint — luxury upgrades and step-ups.
