
48 watches that match on case size, movement family, and price band. Sorted by how close the match is.
The closest alternative to the Bulova Black Dial Stainless Steel Bracelet Maquina 98A340 is the Glycine Men's Combat Field 42mm Automatic Watch GL0561 ($700) — looks nearly identical and Automatic. If price is the constraint, the Orient Bambino Version 9 at $385 (vs $995 for the Black Dial Stainless Steel Bracelet Maquina 98A340) covers most of the same brief. From the independents, the Charlie Paris Watches INITIAL - Squelette Steel (40mm automatic) is the standout microbrand take — looks nearly identical and Automatic. Stepping up, the Tissot T-Complication Squelette ($2,295) is where the same idea goes with a bigger budget.
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.