
47 watches that match on case size, movement family, and price band. Sorted by how close the match is.
The closest alternative to the Citizen Perpetual Calendar Chronograph is the Citizen Red Arrows Chronograph — looks nearly identical and Shared: Chronograph. If price is the constraint, the Timex Expedition Field Chronograph 43mm Leather Watch at $129 (vs $395 for the Perpetual Calendar Chronograph) covers most of the same brief. From the independents, the AVI-8 P-51 Mustang Blakeslee Meca-Quartz Chronograph is the standout microbrand take — common cross-shop and Looks nearly identical. Stepping up, the Glycine Combat Sub Chronograph Sport ($1,295) 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.