
48 watches that match on case size, movement family, and price band. Sorted by how close the match is.
The closest alternative to the Cartier Santos de Cartier Large Model is the Cartier Santos de Cartier Large Model Yellow Gold ($48,800) — shared caliber (Cartier 1847 MC) and Same family (Santos de Cartier). If price is the constraint, the Cartier Roadster Large Model at $10,200 covers most of the same brief. From the independents, the Formex Essence ThirtyNine is the standout microbrand take — looks nearly identical and Automatic.
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.