Finding alternatives to
Alternatives to the Kobold Régulateur Handwound
54 watches that match on case size, movement family, and price band. Sorted by how close the match is.
Case
38mm
Movement
Manual
MSRP
$4,250
The short answer
The closest alternative to the Kobold Régulateur Handwound is the RGM Watches Model 455 Classic Chronographs ($7,950) — racing chrono and Looks nearly identical. If price is the constraint, the Junghans Meister fein Chronoscope MEGA Solar at $1,960 (vs $4,250 for the Régulateur Handwound) covers most of the same brief. From the independents, the Furlan Marri Flyback is the standout microbrand take — racing chrono and Looks nearly identical. Stepping up, the Breitling Premier B09 Chronograph 40 ($9,950) is where the same idea goes with a bigger budget.
54 matches
Microbrand picks· 16
Independent makers covering the same brief, usually with something the mainstream brands don't.
Mainstream picks· 14
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.
