I'd say the Seiko SBTM JDM range of solar radio-controlled quartz is worth a look. I posted about mine here, and I still love it.

Bremont for quality craftsmanship. Their detailed case designs and finishing are top notch and use of steel hardening and DLC makes them very hard to scratch.

CW for value. They seem hard to beat for pure value at any of their price points.

CWC for historical significance. If you want a watch issued by the UK armed forces in the last 50 years or so, they're the real deal. You'll pay a big premium for it though these days. They used to be excellent value, until they realised what some people are prepared to pay and more than doubled their prices.

Yes, but if you don't want the bracelet I'd look at the SBTM317, SBTM319, SBTM321 and SBTM323 in steel as they're cheaper.

The major upgrade to the titanium models like mine is the much nicer bracelet and clasp, but if you don't want a bracelet you could save a chunk of money going steel.

Of course, you might still prefer the dial and hands on the titanium models (I do, but that'll be down to personal taste).

They only stopped making this model fairly recently, I picked one up in 2018. Love it!

Quick update, I've noticed I Like Watches has reviewed the steel version. here

Fully agree with his review. The steel versions are a little cheaper than the Ti version I have and the bracelet appears to suffer. The Ti ones have solid end-links and milled, hidden clasps compared to hollow end-links and stamped clasps on the steel. The nicely done frame around the date is also missing on the steel.

I think these would look great on a strap though, so if you're not planning to use the bracelet (or you're happy with the compromises to save money), the steel models look great too.

Yes, I like titanium but I understand the light weight is very different and can be off-putting if you prefer a bit of heft. Seriously comfortable though.

To be fair, I'd stick with the Oceanus as well if you want steel. Looks like Seiko fitted a worse clasp to the SBTM321 (it's in a cheaper price bracket to the titanium ones), whereas the Oceanus bracelets look nice.

The T200 and S100 are both great looking watches 🌊