Doesn't have to be expensive! You can find a Bulova Hack [0] (the modern remake) for ~400$ usually. (Well under 400 on sale) I love mine: looks different with it's military styling, durable, repairable (by a jeweller, the watch glass is special but that's it), and accurate enough. A casio is going to last a lifetime too (with battery changes) if you want something under 100$.
[0] https://www.bulova.com/us/en/product/98A255.html