Finding alternatives to
Alternatives to the Magrette Matau
48 watches that match on case size, movement family, and price band. Sorted by how close the match is.
Case
42mm
Movement
Automatic
Category
Sport
MSRP
$1,580
The short answer
The closest alternative to the Magrette Matau is the Christopher Ward C65 Super Compressor Elite ($1,995) — cushion case and Automatic. If price is the constraint, the Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Automatic Diver's SRPB99 covers most of the same brief. From the independents, the Magrette Tamanuitera is the standout microbrand take — shared caliber (Miyota 9015) and Cushion case. Stepping up, the Longines ULTRA‑CHRON CARBON ($5,550) is where the same idea goes with a bigger budget.
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.
