Top 7 Affordable Alternative Chronographs To The Omega Speedmaster In 2022 - $100 To Luxury Watches

[@RMJJ91]

I love how your channel is all about enthousiasts and not about commerce. Not an ad in sight. Just sheer informative and fun watch talk.

[@zimtage1744]

I was pretty disgusted when Omega decided to charge 1000 dollars for 15 dollars worth of saphire crystal.

[@GeorgeUK84]

Bro, don’t forget about the AR coating.

[@danielday7033]

I agree with your comment. For me, this is why I didn't purchase the "new" Speedy. As much as I like it.

[@sinesaii]

As someone who has spec’ed out watches before, I assure you that there are good crystals that cost $300 wholesale. A simple, quality AR crystal would run like $80 if you had high volume. I think a better criticism would be the cost of bracelet links, or the cost of a leather strap.

[@jerryfacts9749]

I have an Omega Speedmaster Mark II with the sapphire crystal with stainless steel case. I used this watch when I was flying air charters back in the mid 1970s. I still have the watch. Every 5 years or so, I take it to the Omega service rep to have it cleaned and adjusted. They also do the certification on it. Just lately I bought the Bulova Precisionist Lunar watch with the black face. It looks close to the Speedmaster. It has a sweep hand for 1/20 seconds. It can time up to 1 hour. The Speedmaster can time up to 12 hours. I wear the Bulova very often. It is extremely accurate being a quartz watch. I find the quality to be very good. It keeps to about 1 second per month. I tried the new Swatch Speedmaster clone. It is a very cheap build and I was not impressed with it. I would not recommend it unless you simply want to wear a cheap quality quartz watch that looks like the real one.

[@henryrweir]

I really loved this entire list! There is life outside Speedmasters. Sometimes the watch community is too rigid and do not enjoy the enormous variety of alternative models, and brands, in every price range. That video is a great reminder!! Well done TGV!

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you so much Henry, I deeply appreciate that. Best regards, TGV

[@timford3599]

As a big fan of chronograph watches, this video really hits the spot. Your production value with the many macro shots show off these timepieces to their best advantage. The 22 minutes just flew by. Please keep up the excellent work. Cheers, Tim

[@Obscurewatchcollector]

I love my Steinhart Ocean One Vintage chronograph, it’s a homage piece to the Rolex cosmograph, it gets so much wrist time 😍

[@Max_HEADR00M]

I am a Big Fan of Breitling, but eben if you would talk just about boring Rolex - i would click the Video. Why? Because your Intros are so fantastic, such a great art. The composition of pictures and Sound ist absolutely PERFECT. Thank you for every single of the. THANK YOU!!!

[@stephenlittle7769]

I’m still wearing my Bulova surfboard chrono everyday. It’s definitely worth every penny.

[@theurbangentry]

YESSSSSSS!!! I have a new profound respect for that brand and that watch too after the museum visit video. Thank you Stephen, you have such a cool watch. Best regards, TGV

[@cagataycakmak2280]

I also recently bought one and honestly it wears better than expected on my 6.5 inch wrist.

[@wingi7722]

Lolz! I'm wearing my archaic 1971 Surfboard as I'm typing this! And I've watched TGV's recent Bulova Museum video several times. (I've also got a couple of Bulovas from the 1920's.)

[@orion_red7447]

Congratulations on eight years. Your enthusiasm on watches is contagious.

[@Javi_C]

8 years and going strong! I believe I speak for everyone here, we appreciate you TGV 😊

[@j.m.4444]

Love the Fortis. The new CEO and owner and his Team are incredible.

[@JasonTheWatchGuy]

The Nivada is genuinely a marvel considering its price range. Love the Speedtimer too, really do need to add one of those to my collection this year.

[@jazzman5598]

You ARE the OG Bud! Thanks

[@KRJoye]

Finally some recognition for the Citizen Promaster Tsuno. I've owned 2 of the Stainless Steel dial variations and the LE Super Titanium. This is an incredibly precision high quality timepiece and a worthy descendent of the 2100 chrono models. Great review UG!

[@KrisHandsome]

I missed this format. Since I can’t afford a Speedy it’s nice to see some interesting non-homage chronographs to take a look at. Nice video TGV.

[@stefansago]

TGV the UG KZbin intro is the only intro I don’t skip, in fact I drum with it. I love this channel!!

[@MichaelG1986]

I'm wearing my Bulova Lunar Pilot right now. It wears a bit big, but is okay on my 7.5 inch wrist. I understand why lots of guys want a smaller size, though. I think it would be perfect at 40-41mm.

[@traviswatts6661]

I completely agree with you Tristano on the Black Bay. The snowflake hand covers the subdials in too many positions to make it a functional chronograph. The Hamilton and the Fortis are big winners in this segment. Thank you for sharing.

[@klausm5460]

Ah, more Speedy vibes already on the channel, very nice. BTW, the friend who accompanied me when I bought my Speedy asked me afterwards how much more expensive a watch would have to be for me to prefer it over the Moonwatch. I had to think about it for a while, but right now there is none. At the moment there is literally no other watch I´d rather have than the Speedmaster, which is of course what a grail watch is all about. That doesn´t mean things can´t change in the future. 😋

[@snoopcat7654]

Just bought a panda Hamilton as my first chronograph a few weeks ago and absolutely love it

[@davemassa3560]

A good way to end a busy day, thank you TGV as always 👍

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Dave, Best regards, TGV

[@77cjam]

Thanks for entertaining, teaching and enlightening me for last 8 years. Looking forward to hitting the decade with you sir! 🥂 Love the Hammy. I've still to buy a chronograph, although an Orient Panda 🐼 is never far from me pulling the trigger. Great video as always. Best of health to you, and have a great week to come. 👍

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you so much Chris. OMG a decade, can you imagine that?!?!? Love the Orient Panda news incidentally, I almost put it in but I wanted to make it a shorter video. The very best of health to you too! 😎🥂 Best regards, TGV

[@TheSavagederek]

I've only been following the channel for just under 1 year, but I love the content and your honest reviews of both affordable and luxury watches. You reawakened my own passion for watches. Thanks for the great content.

[@davidburch5643]

Maybe I'm a fanboy (correction, I am), but it makes me happy to watch this video and see the watch I'm currently wearing (Citizen Tsuno Bullhead in blue) featured. I didn't even know that you liked it! Love this watch, your videos, and your passion. Please keep it up. We all appreciate what you have done and continue to do for this hobby and community.

[@GoTerpsGoBlue]

I own the Longines Big Eye and absolutely love it!

[@jlg395]

6:25 Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills in the background.

[@gtd772]

My first "big" watch purchase was a Cosmonauts Chronograph. I've never regretted it. The MSRP has nearly doubled since I bought mine, but I still feel it's a helluva lot of watch for the money, especially as compared to the Speedmaster.

[@tedstriker5991]

I love that you have (and show) all these historical books.

[@ArniesTech]

Just yesterday I fell in love with the Explorer 1 and now wstching your alternative videos. The Smiths Everest looks dangerously appealing 💪🙏

[@WatchWiseUS]

Add Fortis to the long line of watches I desperately want to try on. What a stunning watch and you're right TGV - I instantly thought of 2001-style Kubric elements.

[@andywilson3761]

Perfect way to end a weekend. Loving the Stoney TGV! 🦖

[@Shailen825]

Just one word about this video......Pure class!

[@BeerHombre]

I am not into chronographs, but damn that Fortis Stratoliner is absolutely gorgeous.

[@CS-wo5hd]

Thank you so much for this video. I've been seriously considering the Speedmaster lately thinking it is the missing part of my collection, a Chronograph. Seeing your list made me realize I do have the complete collection. The one you didn't mention (which I am sure there are plenty others out there) is the Tissot Seastar 1,000 Chronograph. Yes it's quarts driven, but I don't have to worry about another costly service, and the Seastar is extremely accurate! Its been one second fast when its time to reset for daylight savings time on or off. 1,000 feet of water resistance, Beautiful dive watch and a Chronograph. I think I'll put the Seamaster on the winder tomorrow and enjoy the Tissot.

[@jackdillon4467]

Congratulations on 8 years and thank you for all that you do!!!

[@rag_man673]

I'm wearing my orange Giugiaro Designed Seiko Macchina Sportiva right now watch this. I'd love a Speedtimer. I saw one on line and thought meh, nice. Then I saw one in person, it's beautiful. The pictures don't do it justice. 😍

[@michaelslifecycle]

Can we all take a moment to appreciate the high quality editing on this video. Well done my friend 👍🏼

[@oOoScarecrow31oOo]

Love those videos. 🥰 Nice finish also: hard to beat Tudor and Fortis.

[@matthewclifton7990]

Remember commenting on a previous video. Truly believe the Orient panda should be included. Its just a absolutely stunning watch at an amazing price point. Love these videos.

[@ElvijsJaunzems]

Nothing to add regarding watches, but I just wanted to say that 9:43 is some of the best editing I've seen on KZbin - almost like a Top Gear episode!

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Elvijs, very kind of you to say. Best regards, TGV

[@timemachineeddie1146]

I own one of the newer Seiko automatic Chronograph's. The problem with the smaller watches is simply that as you get older you can't see them. That's why I like Invicta chronographs they are much bigger watches with magnifier crystals. I also have many different automatic movements from Val's to ETA to Seiko's and even a few Rhonda r150's in my Invicta's. Great video as always and thanks for sharing. PS. I own maybe 5 large Lava Lights from back in the day.

[@johnderemoglou4958]

I am so glad to discover your channel! You may have a recommendation for a diver's watch for thin wrists (16.5cm)?

[@farhanyudaputra6076]

Just the video i was looking for! Thanks!

[@Keeperofthekey13]

G'day from OZ! You were my first "go to" reviewer when I fell down the horology hole & into this new world several years ago. I have enjoyed your style, content, historical references & opinions TGV.......many thanks! Congratulations on 8 years celebrity & look forward to seeing the decade out with you. I offer you a Microbrand as my choice of inexpensive mechanical Chronograph.... a brand with which you have already collaborated .....Lorier! I have their Gemini & have found it to be a truly great watch to wear. It's aesthetically beautiful & has the ( by now proven) Seagull ST19 movement. Only 30m WR but hey for under $500.00 i'm not complaining.

[@XKCommander]

Great video. Some others that come to mind are…..Oris Aquis Chrono, Sinn 103, Yema Speedgraf, and you mentioned one of my favorite brands..Hamilton.

[@notasdelaimagen8587]

8 Years and 500K! I'm waiting for the watch to celebrate this very important landmark. Congratulations!

[@heikowallauer]

Good evening TGV, great choice of watches you present here. May I throw in the Seiko SSBs? I own a Seiko SSB027 Mecaquartz as my grab and go watch Best regards!

[@theurbangentry]

YESSSSSS!!! Excellent suggestion, thank you Heiko, I hope you are well Best regards, TGV

[@aurellio33]

Great to see this format back👍

[@alexlamas6324]

I've owned a Straton Daily driver chronograph for almost 2 years and I am massively pleased with it! It has that vintage racing chrono a' la Hamilton or Breitling Top Time look for a fraction of the price. Straton is a great little indy watch company with wonderful customer service.

[@stephencunningham9200]

I own a quartz pagani design chronograph watch, which is a replica of the original omega speed Master moon watch. It looks and works great. At $100 dollars on Amazon, it is a good deal. Can a review of this watch be made? What do all of you think? Thanks

[@jessejohnston505]

I just came across your channel and I love it. I’ve always wore gold jewelry since I was little kid. You really have some beautiful stuff. My brother stole all my stuff and pawned it so I can’t wait till I replenish my collection.

[@alvinmick218]

Omg! The Longines chronograph is stunning! Breitling, Fortis, Seiko, Bulova definitely get my attention as well. Thank you for another excellent video! What a great way to start the week.

[@HaonProductions]

Last year I was shopping around for a Speedy alternative and I ended up settling on a Yema Speedgraf. Great vintage style chrono running a phenomenal automatic Seiko movement, reminds me of the CK2998 pulsometer Speedys. Only downside is it's a thick fella with a huge domed crystal too - probably wears alot like the new Black Bay Pro. Still, would recommend at the price.

[@ashleyslingers2814]

Fantastic objective independent video. Thanks TGV. Still insightful today

[@ottingervr6]

Best Watch Channel in my opinion!

[@Louis-ji3sn]

I gave you an automatic thumbs up for maintaining that sweet intro!

[@74haydo]

Your timing TGV is impeccable Sir… connected in the cosmos. That Fortis is my new grail 🙏🏻

[@VectorAero]

Farer Chronograph Sport perfectly captures the Speedmaster form and function with its beautiful handwind movement, all wrapped in a very compact 46mm lug-to-lug case which will fit a wide range of wrist sizes.

[@Sparks68]

Aragon offers up mechanical chronographs with SII NE88 and NE86, the same as the Seiko 8R48 and 8R46, for about $600 shipped, if you leverage the discounts. Aragon has also offered up an ETA 7750 chrono on occasion -- all for under $1000 with their non-stop "sale" prices.

[@williamray2988]

Much needed video. Can't get a Moon Swatch either...

[@Ingeborga_Dapkunaite]

Damn that Seiko from your book coverage is just stellar. They must return this design from first analog quartz chrono

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you, I could not agree more! Excellent idea. Best regards, TGV

[@FatherVampire]

While perhaps a bit more styled after the Daytona than the Speedmaster, yet my personal fav for this style has to be the much more-affordable Citizen Signature Series Eco-drive AV3006-09E and AV3006-50H chronographs w/ such a beautiful retro-style moonphase complication, as well.

[@Number_006]

Thanks TGV for your regular (and high quality) content. We don’t deserve you!! :)

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you so much my friend 🙏🙏😀 Best regards, TGV

[@soundbydesignindia3730]

Stunning production there and subject coverage of course. Thank you very much 🥂

[@zacharybuckwash6466]

Congrats on 8 years!! I love your channel please keep up the great work!

[@keithh2028]

I own several chronographs, but perhaps the most affordable (with true horological significance to boot I might add) you did not include on your list, and that's the beloved by many Seagull 1963...fantastic value for the $ time piece!!!

[@williamray2988]

Can't wait for a review of the Stratoliner when its in the studio!!! That's the watch I want when I retire

[@creeper05]

I was actually just looking for an update video on this exact topic, thanks TGV

[@theurbangentry]

Yay 😀👍 Thank you, so glad to hear that. Best regards, TGV

[@andrewparker3784]

A great chronograph brand that often gets overlooked is Hoffman Watches, their chronic remind me so much of the speedmaster and Tudor chronos and at an awesome price. Definitely recommend

[@gavinluckyfq3609]

Can't believe I missed this one... cheers again for for a great episode TGV... 🍷👏👍

[@Hard_7_Iron]

I recently purchased the Lunar Pilot. I have an 8” wrist, and agree this watch is big!

[@DanielGarcia-uh2kd]

I own the Orient Panda Chronograph. I almost jumped on the “Seitona” but I actually prefer the layout of the Orient. Interestingly, the specs are similar: the Orient is 42mm, 100m water resistance and solar powered meca-quartz. One of my favorite pieces 😁

[@jimmccaig7946]

This should have been longer, great show. 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@paulblakey4589]

Great informative video, thank you

[@brianmsahin]

Wouldn't this be a perfect collection for the collector of Chronograph watches? All excellent, including the honourable mentions! The one I would add is I suppose a lesser known one, is the Orient Neo 70s Solar Panda WV0041TX Chronograph. Traditional panda 3 black subdials on white face, a very reliable and good looking watch, solar powered of course and available at a very affordable price. Excellent video as always!

[@skreeog]

I recently bought a Lunar Pilot black PVD edition with a leather nato like strap... and i love it. I don't even know if you will talk about that watch in your video, i am watching it right now while writing this comment. I really appreciate what you do and your tone and class.

[@skreeog]

Ok, you didn't talk about the Lunar Pilot, but it makes sense, you couln't repeat the old video, isn'ti t? :P In this "style" i own the Tissot V8 and the Lunar Pilot from bulova, and i love them. Great video as always :)

[@skreeog]

No, ok, you mentioned it XD Sorry, i was writing while watching the episode as i was saying. I sounded dumb three times in a row XD

[@regisbarou4922]

Once again congratulation You push Walls and open Windows for fresh air We need to enjoy the wide and rich production of watches. Thank you for your help

[@manasraut9377]

Been following your channel for five years now. Always enjoy this genre of videos. Keep it up, TGV! 🥂

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you so much Manas, I could not do it without Gentry like you! Thank you for the support and inspiring words. Onwards and upwards! Best regards, TGV

[@skipcampbell239]

knocked it out of park ,great video !

[@TheShane209]

I was just wondering when I would see. TGV video, can’t wait to watch this and I love these alternatives videos

[@Chrissepisje]

Nice video, wide ranging options. But I can't believe you didn't mention the Sinn 356 SA II or the simple Sinn 356 plexi flieger chronographs. You've spoken about Hanhart, so I get why you don't mention the 417 too much, but Sinn? And how about Farer? As a British person I would have figured you'd love original affordable design from the Island Kingdom. :) I've heard they even pronounce aluminium correctly over there.

[@theurbangentry]

Haha Sinn! I'm saving them for the next "affordable alternatives" later this summer. Correct on the 417, I am actually considering reviewing Sinn again soon as it has been so long. As for Farer since Marc put me onto them in a video they are on the "to review" list. I just need to find a way to contact them and make it happen. Thank you Chris for reminding me. Best regards, TGV

[@sweetd5953]

Enjoyable as always. Original Hamilton chrono-matic at 37mm with a 41mm lug to lug wears quite nicely despite being tubby. Fortis really makes some stunning watches.

[@peterboyce1422]

Every watch you showed was epic. Each time I thought the next one will not be so good... and then it was as good if not better. I agree with Fortis - stunning watch. Their design at the moment is surpassing everyone else.

[@j.h.2967]

12:27 I own a SSC813P1 Speedtimer "Seikona"/"Seitona", and I highly recommend it! It even wears perfectly with a black/grey "Bond" NATO strap.

[@salembeeman370]

I would love one - Seiko get them in stock!

[@MrBacchus18]

I am strongly considering one I love solar watches.

[@frankdux5693]

I took a look of one and it was a lovely watch. Bracelet wasn't the best, but the watch itself felt good quality. The date window at 4 really bothered me and put me off. I hate it crammed in there. Really wish they left the date off. Some brands are obsessed with always having a date complication tho Anyway, I bought a pogue instead. Stopping at 3 Seiko in my collection. I've got a willard (probably seiko most iconic diver), the pogue (probably most iconic seiko chrono), and I want an alpinist (probably Seiko most iconic field watch, and can double up as a dress watch)

[@hanigharaibeh6002]

@@frankdux5693 Do u find the bracelet that bad in reality. It looks good on photos though...

[@niccarnot4113]

Agree with you on Fortis - got a pc-7, and there is a solidity to it that even some of my veryyyy well known pieces have a hard time beating.

[@annakoch1158]

Hi TGV, Thank you for ALL your videos and sharing your knowledge and passion about watches, I really enjoy watching your channel. My boyfriend got me into watches and I also bought him some straps (from Holbens and Colareb). Your videos really helped on choosing a good and the right strap. I enjoy ALL your videos, not just the ones on watches and want to say a huge thank you for all the hard work and effort you put into your KZbin content. I guess I fell into the rabbit hole, because I went from wearing no watch to now wearing 2 (CASIO Baby-G G-SQUAD BSA-B100-2AJF Ladies and Seiko SNKL 15 - white dial version of SNKL 23) which my boyfriend was so kind to buy for me :) and I already have a list of more watches I want to get someday=) All the best wishes from a German, living in Canada ^^ Take care Ciao, Bis Bald, Bye

[@gary2632]

Greatly appreciate all you do sir. Thanks to you I am now a happy owner of a Squale 1521 which I love. Excellent video, love this format. Wishing you continued success - onward and upward. 🙏

[@32189djsddk]

Great video TGV! Love the classiness of the Longines. If only that Bulova came in a smaller size!

[@simtye88]

Awesome video as always! Well done! Thank you. I own the seiko panda speed timer and it gets more wrist time now than my shiny bluebee 1521…

[@christopherjohnson4276]

Excellent look at wonderful alternatives. Thanks TGV! ❤ ⌚

[@DustandPiers]

Those Stratoliners take it. Til that point, I was in the Seiko Solar camp on this one, but holy toledo. Glad you mentioned those - I hadn't heard about them yet. Going to be tough to keep those off my mind.

[@jwags24]

My favorite chronographs? The Casio Oceanus line. The large second hand ticks normally, but will switch to chronograph mode when engaged. My least favorite part of regular chronos is the second hand staying in place until you use it. Add on top of that titanium cases, tough solar movement, multi-band 6, they are incredible watches!

[@mrz80]

I was recently gifted an Oceanus. It's rapidly become one of my two or three favorite watches in my collection. What was really cool was pulling it out of the drawer after not having worn it for a couple of weeks, and soon as it got some daylight it reset itself from EDT to EST. Neat feature for an analog watch.

[@HRM.H]

My personal pick would be a Parmigiani Fleurier Tondagraph GT , those things just look so amazing.

[@HRM.H]

Just only 3 times as much as a manual wind speedy 😂 still a good value piece imo. Parmigiani is definitely undervalued

[@zhicaofang2354]

Bought the Seiko Proxpex SBDL085/SSC813 and loved it. This panda dial is highly sought after and there are even some hoarding and price manipulation out there which is a bit uncommon for an affordable chronograph watch, but there should still be sporadic stocks available in authorized dealer, and personally I would rather spend some time to find an AD to buy with MSRP price, than to pay the overhyped online resale price.

[@weerobot]

Love all the Sub Dials..

[@zegarmistrz2675]

Fantastic formula of the program presenting watches. Good luck😀

[@user-os8qh1uh2j]

🆙🆙🆙Thanks for the feedback, Expect more videos very soon Hit me up🔝🔝🔝

[@josemariaruizbasterrechea3135]

What about the yema rallygraf? I think that with the mecaquarz and its original design and history it is a great speedy alternative

[@jerryc6497]

Great list of choices! Love these segments. Had no idea Fortis announced a watch for their movement tested in space, good stuff.

[@tods.9947]

I’m certainly a fan of the Seiko and it’s history as I have over 50 vintage Speedtimers (yes it’s a sickness). I also have some other unique chronographs that would be fun to see an UG review on that are alternatives to the Speedy that include a Carl F. Bucherer Annual Calendar chronograph and the Montblanc Nicholas Rieussec GMT monopusher chronograph that you can get used for less than a Speedy.

[@watchhobbywithdannythemedic]

just started the video! I bet the Pagani V3 is on the top of your list! HEHEHEHE