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Best Fossil Watches For Men in 2021

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This product guide was written by GearHungry Staff
Published October 27, 2018
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There are a few brands who truly understand that you don’t need a high price tag on your watch for it to look dapper as hell. Fossil is a brand that focuses on quality and durability, adds in some flair, and barely marks up the price. You can expect to find an effective, affordable and stylish watch to add to your collection. If you budgeted a few hundred for a brand new, top-of-the-line watch, let’s just say you’ll be able to grab two or three fossils without exceeding your budget. We don’t dedicate buying guides to entire brands for no reason: Fossil is a Gear Hungry staffer favorite, and here are twenty killer reasons why. Check out our guide to the best Fossil watches on the market today.

The Best Fossil Watch For Men

1
The Grant Stainless Steel Fossil Chronograph Watch

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The classic, unconquered style that Fossil did true justice to the classic chronograph watch. Featuring a brown leather strap and a sturdy, thick bezel on this stainless steel case, they did true justice to the triple guarded crown look. The Grant features two subdials outlined in a bright yellow, with sword-style hands and the traditional Roman numeral markings. As with most Fossil watches, you’ve got the full power of a solid quartz movement with the dependability of an analog display, all guarded by a mineral glass dial window. Built to last, designed to up your flair, the Grant is our personal favorite, and one of Fossil’s best-selling watches.

Key Features:

44mm stainless steel case

Quartz movement w/ analog display

165 ft of water resistance

Mineral dial window

Luminous chronograph feature

Specification:
  • BrandFossil
  • ModelFS4813
  • Weight3.84 ounces
CHECK PRICE ON AMAZON

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Smoke and Blue Fossil Chronograph Watch

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Smoke and Blue Chronograph is a total one-eighty on the first style. Fossil proves they’re able to make a durable steel watch that resembles the carefree aesthetics of a quality sports watch. Minimalist markings and three subdials blend with the white-tipped sword-style hands, all framed gorgeously by the textured stainless steel bezel. Your 45mm case extends to the steel bracelet, which comes with slight rust resistance to accompany the 165 feet of water resistance. Quartz movement, analog display, single prominent crown, and a whole lot of flair without busting the wallet wide open.

Key Features:

Three subdials outlined in accents of blue

Minimalist markings

Textured stainless steel bezel

45mm stainless steel case

Quartz movement w/ analog display

165 ft of water resistance

Specification:
  • BrandFossil
  • ModelFS4931
  • Weight10.4 ounces
CHECK PRICE ON AMAZON

3
Fossil Men’s Nate JR1354 Watch

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We did a post about all-black watches, and you better believe Fossil watches made the cut. We only wish the Nate was out during that time. They packed a lot to love in a minimalist package. First and foremost, you get a triple subdial design with a chronograph feature, showcasing three sharp-featured crowns for an added dimension to your look. The band is crafted of ultra-soft calfskin leather, while the same great quartz movement that Fossil uses in all of their watches rests behind the mineral glass dial window. You’re a gent who loves watches but appreciates more subtle style. We just played matchmaker.

Key Features:

Three subdials w/ date window

165 ft of water resistance

Soft leather calfskin band in all black

50mm stainless steel case

Mineral dial window

Quartz movement w/ analog display

Specification:
  • BrandFossil
  • ModelJR1354
  • Weight6.7 ounces
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Fossil The Grant FS Watch

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Playing on the Grant that peaked our list, the Grant FS comes with a low-profile, classic design. Roman numerals, triple chronograph subdials, and a conservative stance on the crown design all tie together to create a true gentleman’s watch. From the 44mm stainless steel case and broad bezel, right on down to the padded brown leather band, everything about this watch is safe, professional and compliments most men’s styles. Fossil most commonly uses 165 ft of water resistance on every watch, and the FS is no different. Quartz movement, analog display, and a tough-as-nails mineral glass dial window tie together beautifully, supporting the milk-white watch back. For more great timepieces like this, check out our guide to the best Tissot watches.

Key Features:

Padded brown leather band

Quartz movement w/ analog display

44mm stainless steel case

165 ft of water resistance

Triple chronograph subdials

Specification:
  • BrandFossil
  • ModelFS4735
  • Weight3.2 ounces
CHECK PRICE ON AMAZON

5
Nate Blacktone Steel Bracelet Watch

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Similar to their standard Nate collection, the Blacktone comes with a stainless steel bracelet instead of a leather band. Peer through the mineral glass dial window into the all-black watch face, at the two-tone sword-style hands, the triple subdials, and tell us you haven’t fallen in love. The bezel’s gear-inspired design adds a rugged element, while the specs under the hood all run with Fossil’s standards: quartz movement, analog display, and 165 ft of water resistance. Whether you’re looking for something casual, something to dress up an outfit, or something that’s going to stand up against the test of time, this classy waterproof watch will fit the bill.

Key Features:

165 ft of water resistance

Black-plated 50mm stainless steel case

Matching black-plated steel bracelet

Mineral dial glass window

Quartz movement w/ analog display

Specification:
  • BrandFossil
  • ModelJR1401
  • Weight11.4 ounces
CHECK PRICE ON AMAZON

6
Grant Chronograph Navy Watch in Rose Gold

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We know their Grant lineup is stupendous, but this is something else entirely. Dip yourself in gold with the stainless steel, Grant navy rose gold watch. This 44mm case looks important on your wrist, thanks to the coloration, subdials and gold Roman numeral markings. The Grant series comes with a padded, super soft calfskin leather watch strap, and with the non-abrasive blue dye added, Grant Chronograph Navy looks fantastic against the midnight case back. As you might have guessed, you get 165 feet of water resistance, a quartz movement, analog display, and an entirely new way to look cavalier the second you leave the house.

Key Features:

44mm stainless steel case w/ rose gold accents

Mineral glass dial window

Soft leather calfskin watch band

165 ft of water resistance

Stationary bezel w/ chronograph feature

Quartz movement w/ analog display

Specification:
  • BrandFossil
  • ModelFS4835
  • Weight4.2 ounces
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7
Machine Quartz Chronograph Watch

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Man, they sure do like chronographs, don’t they? The great thing about Fossil is that they always find a way to take a fresh twist on an old favorite. The Machine comes with a silicone triple link bracelet to offer mobility and as much comfort as possible, while the case is made of black-plated stainless steel. The entire look blends together seamlessly, especially when you take a look at the blue accents in the triple chronograph subdial feature, highlighted by the diamond-white hands and minimalist markings. It might be a bit outside your comfort zone, but nobody pulls off a silicone bracelet band quite as Fossil does. For more great timepieces like this, be sure to check out our guide to the best Hamilton watches.

Key Features:

Silicone bracelet

Triple chronograph subdial setting

Water resistant up to 165 feet

45mm stainless steel case

Quartz movement w/ analog display

Specification:
  • BrandFossil
  • ModelFS4487
  • Weight3.52 ounces
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8
Machine Black IP Watch

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All-black watches are the basic need that every gentleman needs in his wardrobe. White tie affair? Black tie event? Just kicking it on Sunday? Boom: black watch. The Machine IP model comes with a slightly rectangular case, built to add some posh flair to your ensemble. Minimalist white markings and white-tipped watch hands keep it simple, while the black-plated case and steel bracelet keep you looking polished and refined like the dapper lad that you are. Fitted with a powerful quartz movement and an analog display, you’ll have this safe pick in your walk-in for when the moment strikes, or as an everyday accessory.

Key Features:

Minimalist markings w/ date window

42mm stainless steel case

Mineral glass dial window

165 ft of water resistance

Quartz movement w/ analog display

Specification:
  • BrandFossil
  • ModelFS4775
  • Weight9.1 ounces
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9
Sport Cuff Stainless Steel Watch

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This one might possibly be this writer’s favorite from this list. Fossil takes a fairly conservative approach to many of their watches: safe styles, classic and clean, but they went a little outside of the box with the Sport Cuff. The all-leather band feels like a cushion on your wrist, supporting the lightweight stainless steel case. Your mineral crystal dial window protects the analog display and quartz movement beneath, powering the triple subdial chronograph function. Everywhere you look, there’s something going on with this watch, and they still found a way to keep its aesthetics minimalistic with simple markings and a slimming bezel. Our guide to the best Citizen watches features more great products like this, so be sure to check it out.

Key Features:

Mineral crystal dial window

Triple subdial chronograph feature

Lightweight at 3.30 ounces

99 ft of water resistance

Quartz movement w/ analog display

Specification:
  • BrandFossil
  • ModelCH2565
  • Weight3.36 ounces
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10
Sport Cuff CH Stainless Steel Watch

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The steel bolts in the watch strap are the defining stylistic factor in their Sport Cuff CH, along with the broken-up, slimming bezel design. The sky blue watch face pops with the midnight accents and markings, making this style clear-cut and sharp. The watch strap, made of genuine leather, fits perfectly into the anchors of the stainless steel bezel, giving you a tight fit with enough room to flex and roll your wrists. You know the drill by now: quartz movement, analog display, and a mineral crystal dial window to protect every bit of beautiful machinery that’ll soon be sitting on your wrist. Be sure to also check out our top picks of the best Nixon watches.

Key Features:

45mm stainless steel case

Triple subdial chronograph function

Water resistant up to 99 ft

Black strap made of pure genuine leather

Mineral crystal dial window

Specification:
  • BrandFossil
  • ModelCH2564
  • Weight7 ounces
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11
Fossil Grant Sport Chronograph Watch

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I don’t know why, but I suddenly want to watch a James Bond movie. This gives me that classic 1960s vibe, the type of watch that belongs on the wrist of stylish, powerful men. Fossil’s Grant Sport watch comes with a deceptively dark blue-and-black watch strap, melting into the affixed bezel and watch back. Delicate golden Roman numerals dot the edges, while the triple subdial fits perfectly into the remaining space. Sword style hands run on the quartz movement and analog display, showing some of the most renown clock making skills in the world at work. Seriously, I could stare at this watch all day. Our handy guide to the best Timex watches features more great items like this.

Key Features:

43mm stainless steel case w/ stationary bezel

Mineral crystal dial window

Soft leather calfskin watch band

165 ft of water resistance

Quartz movement w/ analog display

Specification:
  • BrandFossil
  • ModelFS5237
  • Weight12 ounces
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12
Self-Wound Stainless Steel Classic Watch

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These mechanics buried deep in the automatic self-winding movement show up in glorious display right through the case back. This Self-Wound Stainless Steel Watch showcases brilliant Roman numeral markings, encased by a polished stainless steel case and stationary bezel. You’ll be mesmerized by Fossil’s craftsmanship and engineering at work, all while feeling the softness of the padded calfskin leather watch strap wrapped around your wrist. Guarded crown, mineral crystal dial window, and a ton of flair. Skeleton watches usually run you a pretty penny, but Fossil found a way to make it work without cracking open that piggy bank.

Key Features:

Automatic self-winding movement

Water resistant up to 165 ft

44mm stainless steel case

Mineral crystal dial window

Leather calfskin watch strap

Specification:
  • BrandFossil
  • ModelME3099
  • Weight2.6 ounces
CHECK PRICE ON AMAZON

13
Decker Stainless Steel Watch

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Am I the only one getting giddy over these? This is the outgoing attitude that Fossil needs to adopt more often because the Decker is as dapper as they come. From the thin markings to the cleaver-style watch hands, the frame of the bottom subdial, and the way the bezel markings play into the style, this is a truly masterful design. You also get an improved 330 ft of water resistance, a bump up from the Fossil norm. From the silicone band to the buckle closure, every aspect of this watch is spot-on. You’ll also get a date window to the chronograph function, the quartz movement to the analog display, this fine-tuned piece of clockwork will keep you ticking for years to come. It also makes an ideal stylish gift every man will love

Key Features:

Mineral glass dial window

Lightweight at only 3.20 ounces total

Date window w/ chronograph function

44m stainless steel case

330 ft of water resistance

Quartz movement w/ analog display

Specification:
  • BrandFossil
  • ModelCH2573
  • Weight7.8 ounces
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14
Goldtone Stainless Steel Watch

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Look, if you can’t roll with Rollex, then the least you can do is look just as fly with Fossil by your side. Their Goldtone watch brings a lot of zeal to the party and including a complimenting champagne foam-colored case back to bring out the rich gold tones. The 45mm stainless steel case of this gold watch is delicately plated to give off a regal appearance. Your quartz movement is protected by the might of the mineral crystal dial window, resting above the prominent markings and immersive triple subdial chronograph feature. Do you want to look like the highest roller in the room? We thought so. You don’t have to spend big to look big.

Key Features:

45mm stainless steel case w/ gold accents

Stationary bezel w/ chronograph date display

Mineral crystal dial window

165 ft of water resistance

Quartz movement w/ analog display

Specification:
  • BrandFossil
  • ModelFS4867
  • Weight10.2 ounces
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15
The Q Commuter Watch

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Next up is The Q Commuter, a bit of a rustic take on the same great engineering behind Fossil’s legacy. This 42mm stainless steel case looks like it’s resting on a black iron rectangle, extending to grasp the brown leather calfskin band and wrap all the way around. If the comfort of the band isn’t enough for you, the milk chocolate-colored case back will grasp you and pull you under, highlighted by the caramel-colored minimalist markings and singular subdial. Three prominent crowns, chronograph feature, mineral crystal subdial, and while this minimalist watch is a touch higher than Fossil’s standard price range, you’re going to thank yourself.

Key Features:

42mm stainless steel case w/ stationary bezel

Soft leather calfskin watch band w/ buckle closure

Mineral crystal dial window

Large solo subdial

165 ft of water resistance

Quartz movement w/ analog display

Specification:
  • BrandFossil
  • ModelFTW1149
  • Weight11.2 ounces
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16
Coachman Quartz Stainless Steel Watch

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Rocking the same style as their sports watch, but with an added twist. Rose gold accents surround the subdials and make up the seconds hand, while the minimalist markings compliment the simple design and broad minute/hour hands. The signature look of their sports watches are the steel bolts in the thick leather calfskin watch band, and the way the black top and bottom of the bezel help to add visual length to this watch. Coachman is another spectacular Fossil watch, but this time, it’s packing up to 330 ft of water resistance, as well as a scratch-resistant mineral crystal dial window for added protection. It’s sleek, it’s steel, and it’s all you. Our guide to the best Garmin watches features more great products like this.

Key Features:

330 ft of water resistance

Mineral crystal dial window

Quartz movement w/ analog display

Added chronograph feature and triple subdial

45mm stainless steel case w/ stationary bezel

Comfortable leather calfskin watch band

Specification:
  • BrandFossil
  • ModelCH2891
  • Weight13.4 ounces
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17
Flynn Mechanical Black-Tone Stainless Steel Watch

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This might be one of the most outrageous designs they’ve ever tried, and we love them for it. Skeleton windows, one single, simple crown, and a brushed black stainless steel case that looks dapper as can be. Between the gold-colored markings, the skewed design of the watch face and the subdials, and the thin bezel protected by a scratch-resistant mineral crystal dial window, Flynn Mechanical just hits the nail on the head. The band is crafted of PVD, which handles water better than stainless steel. You’ll need it because this bad boy can go up to 165 ft underwater, and still emerge with a perfectly-functioning automatic movement. Get your watch winders ready, boys, because this one’s a beaut.

Key Features:

48mm stainless steel case

Automatic movement

PVD watch strap

165 ft of water resistance

Scratch-resistant mineral crystal dial window

Specification:
  • BrandFossil
  • ModelBQ2220
  • Weight10.4 ounces
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18
JR Nate Chronograph Watch

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We went from conservative style to this funky little number, fitted with Fossil’s same great attention to detail, and double the flair. JR Nate is built to look like a dive watch, features 330 ft of water resistance, but also looks dapper in a casual setting. You get a triple subdial, chronograph function, and a rough stainless steel bezel on your 50mm case to tie together a choice look. Slip the soft calfskin leather band around your wrist, feel how lightweight it is, and go about your day. You’ve just upgraded your wardrobe, my friend.

Key Features:

50mm stainless steel case

Mineral crystal dial window

330 ft of water resistance

Triple subdial chronograph function

Soft leather calfskin watch strap

Quartz movement w/ analog display

Specification:
  • BrandFossil
  • ModelJR1480
  • Weight0.6 ounces
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19
The Minimalist Two-Handed Watch

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They know what speaks to us, I have to say. The Minimalist Two-Handed Watch isn’t just minimalist in appearance, they even made this as one of their most lightweight watches ever, sporting a whopping 2.08 ounces (it feels like a feather on your wrist). That lightweight feel is capitalized on by the soft, plush calfskin leather watch strap. One subdial, one simple crown, two low-profile hands, and one fantastic look for you to rock. You still get their standard water resistance, a quality quartz movement, and a protective mineral crystal dial window: all the features are there, they’ve just expertly covered them in this glorious minimalist design. Don’t forget to check out our guide to the best G-shock watches for more great timepieces like this.

Key Features:

44mm stainless steel case w/ stationary bezel

Mineral crystal dial window

Quartz movement w/ analog display

Leather calfskin watch strap

Lightweight construction at just over two ounces

165 ft of water resistance

Specification:
  • BrandFossil
  • ModelFS5445
  • Weight6.4 ounces
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20
Explorist HR Stainless Steel Smartwatch

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For the final, we wanted to show you how Fossil is making a change into the digital era. Explorist HR is compatible with both Android and iOS, they’ve created a smartwatch that isn’t going to break your budget. They somehow snuck 99 ft of water resistance into this, which is pretty astounding when you think about what your phone can’t do. They still include all the quality construction they aim for, such as a stainless steel case and genuine leather strap, with the power of smart technology at the helm. Receive Facebook notifications, text messages, GPS tracking, and heart rate monitoring, just to name a few of the features. They played it safe and waited until this concept had the bugs worked out and did a bang-up job at producing a viable smartwatch. Our guide to the best military watches features more great items like this, so be sure to check it out.

Key Features:

Includes GPS and a heart rate tracking feature

Enjoy phone and Facebook notifications in a snap

45mm stainless steel case w/ stationary bezel

Quartz movement w/ analog display

99 ft of water resistance

Genuine leather watch strap

Compatible with Android and iOS

Specification:
  • BrandFossil
  • ModelFTW4016
  • Weight11.2 ounces
CHECK PRICE ON AMAZON

Fossil Watches: Brand and Company Overview

Fossil doesn’t have the most compelling “About Us” story, and we’re willing to bet it’s because they have a hilarious counter for awkward jokes on their site. They may not have a way with words, but they know how to let their watches speak for themselves. Crafted of polished, high-end materials with a stylistic twist, Fossil keeps their watches inexpensive and durable above all else.

Fossil was founded in 1984, right in the heart of Richardson, Texas, by one Mr. Tom Kartsosis. It goes beyond just Fossil, because they own Skagen Denmark, Misfit, Abacus and a ton of other watch brands. The fact that they’re a collective doesn’t deter them from operating as a business that pays attention to customer concerns and addresses them in full form. When you’re getting a watch from Fossil, you’re siding with quality over flashy, unnecessary and costly aesthetics, while still looking like a total boss.

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