Finding alternatives to
Smiths 'BLACK SHADOW' PRS-38
39 watches that match on case size, movement family, and price band. Sorted by how close the match is.
Case
40mm
Movement
Automatic
Category
Sport
MSRP
$445
The short answer
The closest alternative to the Smiths 'BLACK SHADOW' PRS-38 is the Tissot PR516 ($825) — visually similar and Automatic. If price is the constraint, the Swatch Body Soul Leather at $200 (vs $445 for the 'BLACK SHADOW' PRS-38) covers most of the same brief. From the independents, the Timefactors PRS-38 is the standout microbrand take — shared caliber (ETA 2830) and Looks nearly identical. Stepping up, the Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2 ($1,375) is where the same idea goes with a bigger budget.
39 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· 3
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.
