Alternatives to the Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra for all budgets

The watch does not draw too much attention but has some wrist presence despite its relatively small diameter. The Glycine calibre GL 224 powers this timepiece, it has a 38-hour power reserve. A date function is present at 3 o'clock, which is always nice to have!

The Combat 6 can be considered as a great Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra alternative due to it's similar design and dial configuration. It's the perfect balance between a sports and a dress watch. The case is 10.45mm thick and the lug width of 20mm will accommodate many straps. The watch has a resistance of 50m with a screw-down crown. The Glycine Combat 6 can be bought new for around $400.

The vertical teak-style dial combined with the silver hands looks very luxurious and makes either of those Japanese models a great affordable alternative to the Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra. This timepiece is designed to be worn at all occasions and will suit all types of outfits. The hour markers and hands are lumed, offering decent legibility in the dark. They are protected by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal.

The black and white siblings have a 50m water resistance, we would not recommend them for crazy activities in the water, although they will survive splashes. From our experience, the SARX013 is harder to find than the SARX015. However, both models have been discontinued for a while but are still highly sought after so they definitely are part of the affordable watches that will retain their value. The lug width is 20mm, also a very popular dimension, the watches come with an elegant stainless steel bracelet. Those Seiko models had a retail price of $600 which means you get a lot of watch for the price, a great choice for sure!

The dial and hands are protected by a hardlex crystal. The automatic movement is a reliable Seiko 4R35 offering a 41hour power reserve at 21600vph. The case is 40.5mm wide (without crown) and 11.8mm thick, meaning it has a healthy wrist presence. The lug width of the SRPB41 is 20mm and it offers a 50m water resistance.

The Blue Moon Cocktail model from Seiko Presage is characterized by its blue dial inspired by a cocktail, the blue moon. It is definitely a watch that will receive compliments!

Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic H32515555. This watch has a silver-tone stainless steel case that comes with a brown leather strap. The fixed stainless steel bezel gives a great look to it, making it similar to the Omega AT.

The dial has a very classic yet refined design with silver guilloche with and index hour markers. Arabic numerals mark the 6, 9 and 12 o'clock positions minute markers around the outer rim. The hands are luminous making this watch very polyvalent and easy to read in the dark! The Viewmatic sport an automatic Hamilton Caliber H-10 with an amazing 80-hour power reserve.

To top it all off the glass is made of scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, and it has a see-through case back! The case size has comfortable dimensions with a 40mm diameter without crown and 13mm thickness. The lug width of 20mm makes this watch a strap monster.

This timepiece has a very refined look, the model with white dial and blue hands (SAF02003W0) is a stunner. Dials with Roman numerals are present on the Orient Star Elegant Classic models like the SEL09004W0. The Orient Star Classic has no lume, and is designed to be worn at the office: with a diameter of 38.5mm and 13.4mm, it will easily slide under the sleeves of a suit. The water resistance is 50m, meaning it will handle water splashes with confidence, but not follow you in a dive. It retails at around $650 but you can easily find it for less on eBay.

The glass is sapphire crystal, with no anti-reflective coating (probably to keep the cost down). The stainless steel bracelet received some criticism, but for this price, you will get a lot of watch for the money. This watch is a strap monster, I own one and it will fit a big range of straps, you will find me currently wearing it on a honey leather strap from Two-stitch straps. Watch resistance is 100 meters.

If you do not like the black dial, the Seiko SARB035 offers the same package but with an off-white dial. Buying one of those SARB models will be one of your best decisions.

The black dial of the L2.785.4.56.6 is very nice and will remind you of the Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Skyfall and Spectre dials. This watch is perfect for every occasion and its quality will not disappoint you!