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Watches/Alternatives/Bulova Men's Black Ion 98C121 Quartz Classic Watch

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Alternatives to the Bulova Men's Black Ion 98C121 Quartz Classic Watch

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Case diameter
43 mm
Lug-to-lug
Not recorded
Movement
Quartz
Catalog MSRP
$495
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Closest catalog matchCasio EFV-650D$120 recorded MSRP, $375 lowerSee the match ↓
Lower recorded MSRPDryden Chrono Diver Series 1$349 recorded MSRP, $146 lowerSee the match ↓

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48 matches

Microbrand picks· 12

Discover smaller makers with catalog similarities to this watch.

Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1
Dryden

Chrono Diver Series 1

  • $349 recorded MSRP, $146 lower
  • 42 mm case, 1 mm narrower
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Astor + Banks Chrono
Astor + Banks

Chrono

  • 44 mm case, 1 mm wider
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

$575 recorded MSRP, $80 higher

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Revelot R1 Metallic Blue/Silver/Silver
Revelot

R1 Metallic Blue/Silver/Silver

  • Same 43 mm case diameter
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Certina DS-7 Chronograph
Certina

DS-7 Chronograph

  • 41 mm case, 2 mm narrower
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

$927 recorded MSRP, $432 higher

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Certina DS-8 Chrono
Certina

DS-8 Chrono

  • 41 mm case, 2 mm narrower
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

$643 recorded MSRP, $148 higher

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Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2
Dryden

Chrono Diver Gen 2

  • $450 recorded MSRP, $45 lower
  • 42 mm case, 1 mm narrower
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Henry Archer Kvantum
Henry Archer

Kvantum

  • $287 recorded MSRP, $208 lower
  • 41 mm case, 2 mm narrower
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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BUREI Classic Quartz Bracelet Watch
BUREI

Classic Quartz Bracelet Watch

  • $77 recorded MSRP, $418 lower
  • 41 mm case, 2 mm narrower
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Jorg Gray Watches JG6500
Jorg Gray Watches

JG6500

  • $450 recorded MSRP, $45 lower
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Lilienthal Berlin Chronograph Solar – Edition II
Lilienthal Berlin

Chronograph Solar – Edition II

  • $369 recorded MSRP, $126 lower
  • 42.5 mm case, 0.5 mm narrower
What changes

Solar movement instead of quartz

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Out of Order Bronzo Chrono
Out of Order

Bronzo Chrono

  • $449 recorded MSRP, $46 lower
  • 42 mm case, 1 mm narrower
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Revelot R1 Classic Black/Silver/Black
Revelot

R1 Classic Black/Silver/Black

  • Same 43 mm case diameter
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Mainstream picks· 12

Established-brand matches. Compare the recorded dimensions, movement and price for each watch.

Seiko Essentials Chronograph
Seiko

Essentials Chronograph

  • $365 recorded MSRP, $130 lower
  • Same 43 mm case diameter
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Tissot PRC 200
Tissot

PRC 200

  • Same 43 mm case diameter
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

$595 recorded MSRP, $100 higher

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Tissot Chrono XL Classic
Tissot

Chrono XL Classic

  • 45 mm case, 2 mm wider
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Tissot Tradition
Tissot

Tradition

  • 42 mm case, 1 mm narrower
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

$550 recorded MSRP, $55 higher

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Bulova Black Dial Stainless Steel Strap Sutton 96B403
Bulova

Black Dial Stainless Steel Strap Sutton 96B403

  • $395 recorded MSRP, $100 lower
  • 41 mm case, 2 mm narrower
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Citizen Calendrier
Citizen

Calendrier

  • $475 recorded MSRP, $20 lower
  • 44 mm case, 1 mm wider
What changes

Solar movement instead of quartz

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Seiko Coutura
Seiko

Coutura

  • 44.6 mm case, 1.6 mm wider
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

$725 recorded MSRP, $230 higher

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Casio EFS-S650D
Casio

EFS-S650D

  • $250 recorded MSRP, $245 lower
  • 40.9 mm case, 2.1 mm narrower
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Citizen Classic Eco-Drive Day/Date
Citizen

Classic Eco-Drive Day/Date

  • $325 recorded MSRP, $170 lower
  • 42 mm case, 1 mm narrower
What changes

Solar movement instead of quartz

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Citizen Tsuki-yomi A-T
Citizen

Tsuki-yomi A-T

  • Same 43 mm case diameter
What changes

Solar movement instead of quartz. $656 recorded MSRP, $161 higher

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Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER
Seiko

Prospex SPEEDTIMER

  • 41.4 mm case, 1.6 mm narrower
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

$750 recorded MSRP, $255 higher

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Orient AK00 Version 3 Classic Watch
Orient

AK00 Version 3 Classic Watch

  • $420 recorded MSRP, $75 lower
  • 42.5 mm case, 0.5 mm narrower
What changes

Automatic movement instead of quartz

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Cheaper alternatives· 12

Matches in a lower price band. A recorded MSRP difference is shown only when both prices are known.

Casio EFV-650D
Casio

EFV-650D

  • $120 recorded MSRP, $375 lower
  • 43.5 mm case, 0.5 mm wider
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Timex Waterbury Traditional Fly Back Chronograph 43mm Stainless Steel Bracel - TW2Y29800
Timex

Waterbury Traditional Fly Back Chronograph 43mm Stainless Steel Bracel - TW2Y29800

  • $187 recorded MSRP, $308 lower
  • Same 43 mm case diameter
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Casio EFR-574DE
Casio

EFR-574DE

  • $220 recorded MSRP, $275 lower
  • 42.3 mm case, 0.7 mm narrower
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Casio EQS-960PB
Casio

EQS-960PB

  • $240 recorded MSRP, $255 lower
  • 44.5 mm case, 1.5 mm wider
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Timex Waterbury Traditional Chronograph 41mm
Timex

Waterbury Traditional Chronograph 41mm

  • $219 recorded MSRP, $276 lower
  • 41 mm case, 2 mm narrower
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Citizen AN8190-51L
Citizen

AN8190-51L

  • $233 recorded MSRP, $262 lower
  • 42 mm case, 1 mm narrower
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Timex Chicago Chronograph 45mm Leather Strap Watch - TW2Y28900
Timex

Chicago Chronograph 45mm Leather Strap Watch - TW2Y28900

  • $111 recorded MSRP, $385 lower
  • 45 mm case, 2 mm wider
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Swatch In the Mirror
Swatch

In the Mirror

  • $235 recorded MSRP, $260 lower
  • Same 43 mm case diameter
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Bulova Champagne Dial Stainless Steel Bracelet Classic 44B132
Bulova

Champagne Dial Stainless Steel Bracelet Classic 44B132

  • $195 recorded MSRP, $300 lower
  • 39 mm case, 4 mm narrower
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Swatch Kaicco
Swatch

Kaicco

  • $135 recorded MSRP, $360 lower
  • 42 mm case, 1 mm narrower
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Seiko Seiko Selection SARV001
Seiko

Seiko Selection SARV001

  • $181 recorded MSRP, $314 lower
  • 42 mm case, 1 mm narrower
What changes

Automatic movement instead of quartz

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Swatch Blue Grid
Swatch

Blue Grid

  • $210 recorded MSRP, $285 lower
  • Same 43 mm case diameter
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Pricier alternatives· 12

Matches in a higher price band. Check the specifications to decide whether the differences matter to you.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz
Hamilton

Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz

  • 42 mm case, 1 mm narrower
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

$1,025 recorded MSRP, $530 higher

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Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary SPEEDTIMER Limited Edition
Seiko

Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary SPEEDTIMER Limited Edition

  • 42 mm case, 1 mm narrower
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

$2,400 recorded MSRP, $1,905 higher

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Movado BOLD Verso Chronograph
Movado

BOLD Verso Chronograph

  • 44 mm case, 1 mm wider
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

$995 recorded MSRP, $500 higher

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Movado SE Chronograph
Movado

SE Chronograph

  • 42 mm case, 1 mm narrower
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

$1,495 recorded MSRP, $1,000 higher

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Seiko Astron
Seiko

Astron

  • 42 mm case, 1 mm narrower
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

$2,500 recorded MSRP, $2,005 higher

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Seiko Astron
Seiko

Astron

  • 44.1 mm case, 1.1 mm wider
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

$3,300 recorded MSRP, $2,805 higher

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Citizen ATTESA
Citizen

ATTESA

  • 41.5 mm case, 1.5 mm narrower
What changes

Solar movement instead of quartz. $1,075 recorded MSRP, $580 higher

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Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono
Hamilton

Jazzmaster Auto Chrono

  • 42 mm case, 1 mm narrower
What changes

Automatic movement instead of quartz. $2,275 recorded MSRP, $1,780 higher

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Movado Vizio Chronograph
Movado

Vizio Chronograph

  • 44.5 mm case, 1.5 mm wider
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

$2,495 recorded MSRP, $2,000 higher

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Frederique Constant Classics Index Business Timer
Frederique Constant

Classics Index Business Timer

  • 40 mm case, 3 mm narrower
  • Both use quartz movements
What changes

$1,095 recorded MSRP, $600 higher

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Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono
Hamilton

American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono

  • 42 mm case, 1 mm narrower
What changes

Automatic movement instead of quartz. $2,225 recorded MSRP, $1,730 higher

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Citizen ATTESA
Citizen

ATTESA

  • 42 mm case, 1 mm narrower
What changes

Solar movement instead of quartz. $1,195 recorded MSRP, $700 higher

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