Finding alternatives to
Alternatives to the Bulova Oceanographer GMT
Ref. 98B407
48 watches that match on case size, movement family, and price band. Sorted by how close the match is.
Case
41mm
Movement
Automatic
Category
Diver
MSRP
$1,350
The short answer
The closest alternative to the Bulova Oceanographer GMT is the Tissot Seastar 1000 ($875) — common cross-shop and Tool diver. If price is the constraint, the Seiko Prospex Sea at $595 (vs $1,350 for the Oceanographer GMT) covers most of the same brief. From the independents, the WISE ADAMASCUS True GMT is the standout microbrand take — shared caliber (Miyota 9075) and Tool diver. Stepping up, the Seiko Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1965 Diver’s Modern Re-interpretation ($2,800) 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.
