Finding alternatives to
Alternatives to the Junghans 1972 Mega Solar
48 watches that match on case size, movement family, and price band. Sorted by how close the match is.
Case
43.3mm
Movement
Solar
MSRP
$1,050
The short answer
The closest alternative to the Junghans 1972 Mega Solar is the Bulova Black Dial Stainless Steel Bracelet Marine Star Heritage 98B451 ($995) — pro diver and Visually similar. If price is the constraint, the Citizen Promaster Professional Diver at $296 (vs $1,050 for the 1972 Mega Solar) covers most of the same brief. From the independents, the KLEYNOD Ukrainian Force KT-5xx.TR Series is the standout microbrand take — pro diver and Looks nearly identical. Stepping up, the Breitling Aerospace B70 Orbiter ($5,300) is where the same idea goes with a bigger budget.
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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.
