20 Best-Selling Fossil Watches for Men

Bearing a resemblance to its namesake, Fossil is an American watch brand that preserves the past with its classic timepieces. However, to stay relevant and competitive in the industry, one must have an edge and push forward with new ideas.

Thankfully, Fossil is a marriage between timeless design and innovation. And to showcase the offspring of this artistic marriage, we present to you 20 of the best-selling Fossil watches for men available in the market. 

 

1. Fossil Grant Chronograph FS4735

This watch from the Grant collection has the perfect balance of classic and modern look. With its sleek and simple design, you can wear it on a daily basis or pair it with a nice formal suit.

If you look closely at the watch, you will notice that the Roman numeral “IV” is written as “IIII”. Next, you will see that what is supposed to be an “IX” is seen as an “IV.” Many reviewers have complained about this. However, there is no need to fret. For the first issue, it is actually quite common to have “IIII” instead of “IV” on clocks or timepieces. And for the Roman numeral nine, it’s actually correct but with the lower half cut off, thus looking like a “V” instead of “X.”

Pros Nice classic design Durable Pairs well with any outfit

Cons Leather rigid at first Tendency to scratch

2. Fossil Nate Chronograph JR1401

For those who love a good bulky (but definitely not too heavy) watch, the Nate Chronograph Black Stainless Steel Watch is definitely for you. Its monochromatic style gives it a nice, classy look, which satisfied customers say have gotten them lots of compliments.

The watch, however, tends to house scratches, making the watch less pristine. But there is no need to worry. These scratches or white marks can be easily removed with the help of alcohol wipes. And voila! This stunning black watch is good as new.

Pros Beautifully designed Easy to read

Cons Tends to house “scratches” or white marks

3. Fossil Grant Chronograph FS4813

As with theGrant Chronograph FS4735, the Grant Chronograph Brown Leather Watch FS4813 also uses “IIII” in its hour marker. However, the design of the watch balances simplicity and elegance quite nicely, making the watching versatile in terms of style. It is the perfect watch to be worn on a daily. Some users say it’s also quite comfortable. The downside? Well, a reviewer commented that the user manual was difficult to understand. But aside from that, the watch is definitely a must-have.

Pros Pairs well with any outfit Very comfortable

Cons Not user-friendly

4. Fossil Gen 5 Carlyle HR FTW4026 Smartwatch

If you want the convenience of a smartwatch but still want to have that classic watch look, then you’d probably love the Fossil Carlyle HR Gen 5 Smartwatch. In the looks department, it is nice and sleek with a classy dark brown leather strap.

Now, let’s talk about functionality. This handy smartwatch is equipped with a bunch of functions including an activity tracker, heart rate tracker, GPS, music control, and notifications. Most users love the watch but complain that the battery life isn’t that satisfying. But, overall, this product is highly recommend.

Pros Excellent performance Instantaneous tilt-to-wake Comfortable and easy to clean strap

Cons Weak battery life Poor calling quality

5. Fossil Machine Three-Hand Date FS5340

Wanting a nice watch on that wrist but don’t have the money for an expensive one yet? Well, you’re in luck because the Machine Three-Hand Date watch from Fossil offers good quality at a reasonable price.

Aside from its affordability, customers also love the way it looks with its blue and silver color combination. However, argue that the watch’s dial is actually a darker blue in person. Another thing customers find a bit troublesome is setting the date on this watch. The knob for the date can only be turned forward. So if you accidentally went past the targeted date, you need to go through a month of dates to set it right. But all these are just minor inconveniences considering its elegant design and affordable price. 

Pros Classy look Good value for the price

Cons Inaccurate color The date can only be rolled forward and not backward

6. Fossil Coachman Chronograph CH2565

Another one of the classic and stylish Fossil watches for men, this leather watch from the Coachman series sports a handsome brown and silver combination. In fact, users of the watch have said that they often get compliments when wearing this particular watch.

The downside, however, is the not-so-great quality of the strap. Many have said that they love the watch but find that its strap easily gets scratched.

Pros Great design Pairs well with any outfit

Cons Strap gets easily scratched

7. Fossil Machine Chronograph FS4931

Users love this stainless steel Machine Chronograph FS4931 for its striking blue accents that contrast perfectly against the black dial. It is also makes it easy to read the time on this watch. However, some customers complain about the lack of instructions that should come with the box.

Pros Easy to read Eye-catching blue accents

Cons Lacks instructions

8. Fossil Coachman Chronograph CH2891

As you may have noticed from our list so far, we just love Fossil’s brown leather watches. And so do their customers. But who could blame them? You can’t go wrong with a classic brown leather watch.

In fact, people love this Coachman Chronograph CH2891 watch for its classy design. And it’s quite comfortable to wear as well. Be careful though since a couple of reviews have mentioned that the leather strap tends to get worn out after some time. 

Pros Comfortable to wear Great design

Cons Strap gets easily worn out

9. Fossil Machine Chronograph FS4487

Looking for sleek and comfortable Fossil watches for men? That’s what this Machine Chronograph FS4487 watch has to offer. Made of silicone, the watch still gives off a rugged sporty vibe.

And because of its strap material, it’s quite comfortable to wear, too! It feels nice on the wrist, as it’s not too heavy but still has some weight to it. It’s a beautiful watch, overall. However, if you find yourself checking the time in low lighting, you might encounter some difficulties. 

Pros Trendy design Offers a classy metallic look despite strap material made of silicone Nice weight on the wrist

Cons Difficult to read with limited light

10. Fossil Dean Chronograph FS4795

Stainless steel with gold accents, this Fossil Dean Chronograph watch is a definite stunner. But it’s not just limited to formal wear. You can have this watch on you whether you’re wearing your regular denim jeans or sporting a nice suit.

The watch quite comfortable to wear, too. Owners of this watch love it. But if they could change anything about the watch, they’d probably add more contrast between the hands and the dial, since it could be difficult to read at times.

Pros Pairs well with any outfit Comfortable to wear

Cons Somewhat difficult to read

11. Fossil Grant Sport Chronograph FS5237

The Grant Sport Chronograph FS5237 is another stunner from the best-selling Fossil watches for men. Customers were very satisfied with the watch’s uncommon color combination of blue and rose gold, catching the attention of anyone who sets their eyes on the watch.

What’s more, the watch has a cool combination of design and comfort. The minor downside? Well, some reviewers wish the box came with some instructions regarding the use and care of the watch.

Pros Eye-catching design Comfortable to wear

Cons Lacks instructions

12. Fossil Dean Chronograph Gold-Tone FS4867

Sporting the classic all gold look, this Dean Chronograph watch is a stunner on the wrist. Aside from looking good, it feels good as well. It is comfortable to wear and has a nice weight to it —  not too heavy but not too light. Users love the watch but just wished it was packaged better. 

Pros Nice weight on the wrist Comfortable to wear

Cons Poor packaging

13. Fossil Machine FS4775

Sleek, modern, and classy, this Fossil Machine watch is one you can pair with your Sunday’s best or just with a plain tee and jeans. This watch also easy to use with no confusing features or buttons. Most reviewers love it, but some have complained about getting scratches on their watch.

Pros Great design Pairs well with any  outfit Easy to use

Cons Tends to house “scratches” or white marks

14. Fossil The Minimalist Slim Three-Hand FS5305

Adding to our list of best-selling Fossil watches for men, we have this sleek leather watch. Looking clean and elegant, this minimalist watch is definitely one to complete an outfit. It looks great with its brown leather strap, black case, and striking orange second hand that contrasts well with the black dial. Because of its stunning design, it would look good with almost any outfit.

For those who aren’t really into bulky watches, this lightweight watch is perfect for you. However, despite being lightweight, this watch isn’t as comfortable as it seems. Some reviewers have complained about the knob digging into their wrist. 

Pros Eye-catching design Lightweight Pairs well with any outfit

Cons Off-center engraving Knob makes it uncomfortable to wear

15. Fossil Townsman Chronograph FS5437

Yet another brown leather watch makes it to our list of best-selling Fossil watches for men. The Townsman Chronograph Brown Leather Watch looks simple yet stylish. And the contrast of the light-toned hands and the black dial makes the watch quite easy to read. The leather strap is also soft, making it comfortably sit on your wrist.

Pros Easy to read Comfortable to wear

Cons N/A

16. Fossil The Minimalist Slim Three-Hand FS5304

With its stunning blue dial paired with a classic brown leather strap, this minimalist Fossil watch is definitely an eye-catcher. Its silver hands contrast with the deep blue dial, allowing wearers to easily read the watch. The leather has a nice feel and is comfortable on the wrist. However, some users argue that the watch isn’t that comfortable. This is due to the knob digging into the wrist. 

Pros Eye-catching design Easy to read

Cons Knob makes it uncomfortable to wear

17. Fossil Townsman Automatic ME3098

With such a unique and stunning design, this Townsman Automatic Leather Watch was sure to make the list of best-selling Fossil watches for men. It’s already quite classy with the black case and brown leather strap, but what really takes the cake is its see-through caseback. It’s pretty cool to see the mechanism of the watch at work. But aside from its awesome look, the watch also feels good on the wrist, having a good balance between its size and its weight.

The downside, however, is that a couple of users have complained about encountering problems with the supposed automatic movement. Some have said that they often find themselves manually winding the watch every so often just to correct the time.

Pros Eye-catching design Good balance of size and weight

Cons Problems with the automatic movement

18. Fossil Hybrid Smartwatch Commuter FTW1149

The Commuter might look like your usual classic watch, but don’t be fooled. It’s actually a smartwatch, the second one in our list of best-selling Fossil watches for men. The Commuter sports a sleek and classy design with its brown dial and brown leather watch. It also has some cool features you can use such as the sleep tracker and the step counter.

You can use it to control your music or even take a photo. And with the use of the app, you can get notifications through your smartwatch such as alarm clock, emails, app alerts, and many more. However, some have found issues while using the app and believe there are still some things to improve upon in that area. Another improvement users would like to see is removing the limit on functions you can use simultaneously. Currently, you can only use three functions at a time. 

Pros Great design Handy features Accurate step counter

Cons Can only use three functions at a time The app isn’t that good

19. Fossil The Minimalist Two-Hand FS5447

Nice and sleek with its all-black look, The Minimalist Two-Hand Black Leather Watch looks great with a dressed-up wardrobe. But it also won’t look out of place when worn with your everyday look. Users love the way it looks on their wrist, but not with how it feels. Some reviewers complain about how the knob digs into the skin, making it uncomfortable to wear.

Pros Pairs well with any outfit Stylish look

Cons Knob makes it uncomfortable to wear

20. Fossil Grant Automatic ME3102

Last, but not least, on our list of best-selling Fossil watches for men, we have this blue and rose gold stunner. But aside from the striking color combination, what makes the Grant Automatic Leather Watch eye-catching is the fact that you are able to see the movement tick away. It’s definitely a nice watch to have on your wrist and it feels comfortable on it too.

Pros Eye-catching design Comfortable to wear

Cons Slightly expensive

 

Interested in German watches? Check out our feature on Junkers watches here.