Fossil
Harlow Octagonal-Face Watch
The Fossil Harlow is an octagonal-face wristwatch powered by a three-hand quartz movement, housed in a 27 mm stainless steel case that is water-resistant to 3 ATM. It features a cream dial with Roman numerals, a stainless steel bracelet with a deployant clasp, and is made in Japan. A signature storage case is included.
- Material
- Stainless steel case and mesh-like band
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories
Specifications
Fossil Harlow octagonal-face watch with quartz movement, stainless steel case and mesh band.
Octagonal face, three-hand quartz movement, 27mm stainless steel case, water-resistant to 3 ATM, mesh-like stainless steel band with deployant clasp.
- Material
- Stainless steel case and mesh-like band
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories
Additional Attributes
- Octagonal face design
- Three-hand quartz movement
- 27 mm stainless steel case
- Water-resistant to 3 ATM
- Mesh-like stainless-steel 16 mm band
- Deployant clasp
- Signature storage case included
- Made in Japan
Product Insights
The Harlow Octagonal-Face Watch from Fossil tells a story of vintage-inspired design and gender-neutral versatility, with its 27mm octagonal case and slim 8mm depth and 16mm band—a deliberate homage to 1970s-80s proportions that enables seamless layering and cuff fit. The quartz movement, marked 'Made in Japan,' offers precise, no-winding performance, but the tradeoff is a style-first approach: mineral crystal and 3ATM splash resistance prioritize aesthetics over durability and water protection.
Verified claims
- Case shape
- Octagonal case inspired by 70s/80s proportions, contrasting with prevalent round designs.
- Proportions
- 27 mm case, 8 mm depth, 16 mm band; designed for layering and gender-neutral wear.
- Brand positioning
- Octagonal case reflects Fossil's design-driven approach vs Timex's utilitarian style.
- Vintage inspiration
- The Harlow's vintage-inspired design is carried by its cream textured dial with black Roman numerals, 27mm octagonal case, and 16mm mesh band, giving it dressy vintage everyday styling rooted in 1970s-80s dress-watch proportions.
- Slim profile
- The 16mm band and 8mm case depth create a slim profile ideal for stacking and wearing under cuffs.
- Cuff fit
- 8mm case and 16mm band allow easy fit under cuffs, unlike 12mm+ sport watches.
- Band proportion
- 16mm band paired with 27mm case creates a vintage-inspired, gender-neutral proportion.
- Manufacturing origin
- Rare 'Made in Japan' marking signals elevated quality control versus typical Fossil watches.
- Quartz performance
- The three-hand quartz movement needs no winding and, like standard Japanese three-hand quartz calibres, is rated ±15–20 seconds per month in normal wear, capping drift at roughly four minutes a year—more precise than mechanical alternatives.
- Water resistance
- 3 ATM rating: splash-proof, not for swimming or showering.
- Sizing
- The 27mm octagonal case and 8mm slim profile place it between Rosefield's smaller 15×18.5mm case and Timex's conventional 40mm round dress case, giving it a compact, vintage-proportioned alternative.
- Design
- The octagonal case, cream textured dial with black Roman numerals, and mesh band express a dressy vintage look, while the no-date dial keeps the face clean with no date window to clutter it.
- Movement
- Quartz movement provides greater accuracy than automatic alternatives, with Japan-made assembly and mineral crystal.
- Fit and layering
- Slim 8mm, 27mm case, and 16mm band enable stacking and layering; the mesh band is reported to fit wrists approximately 140–190mm.
- Build tradeoffs
- Mineral crystal and a 3 ATM splash rating reflect the watch's style-first positioning, not a rugged sports build; it should stay clear of swimming and showering.
- Movement
- The watch's quartz movement is likely a Miyota, with the caliber often being the Miyota 2035.
- Band adjustment
- The mesh band's deployant clasp is not tool-free to resize: the clasp is released by prying it open at a small notch with a flat screwdriver, then slid to a new position, so owners should expect a minute at a desk rather than an on-the-fly adjustment.
- Silver tone
- The silver variant is plain polished stainless steel with no gold or ion plating, so it reads as a true cool silver rather than anything warm; there is no two-tone or gold tone on this version.
- Gender sizing
- The 27mm case is closer to women's/ladies' sizing; Fossil and most retailers market the Harlow as a ladies' watch, though the clean, minimal design is easy for anyone to wear.
Product record
- Title
- Harlow Octagonal-Face Watch
- Brand
- Fossil
- Price
- 270 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 12 sourcesUses
Stacking with your other jewelry
Fossil describes this Harlow watch's slim profile as ideal for layering or stacking, making it a pick for wearing alongside other accessories on the wrist. Keep in mind this is the brand's suitability claim rather than a reported customer experience.[1]
A slim watch for travel days under sleeves and layers
For days spent in transit, this stainless steel watch with an octagonal bezel and multi-link bracelet is meant to be worn on the wrist without bulk. Editorial styling notes describe its slim profile as sitting comfortably under sleeves and jackets throughout a long day of travel.[3,4]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Harlow Octagonal-Face Watch: Choose this if you want a compact, vintage-inspired everyday watch: it has a 27 mm stainless steel case with an octagonal bezel, a cream textured dial with black Roman numerals, and a slim profile that one reviewer notes sits comfortably under sleeves and jackets, while the brand positions it as ideal for layering or stacking. The three-hand quartz movement is paired with a 16 mm mesh-like stainless steel band featuring a push-button fold-over deployant clasp, and it comes with a signature storage case. Note that water resistance is limited to 3 ATM, so it suits light splashes rather than swimming, and this listing is for the silver color in one size only.[1,2,3,5,6,7] | Pearson Green-Face Watch: Choose this if you want a classic three-hand quartz watch with the added usefulness of three subdials showing the day, date, and 24-hour time. The 42 mm stainless steel case, deep green sunburst dial, luminescent gold-tone hands and indexes, and adjustable 22 mm brown leather strap with a tang buckle make it a versatile everyday pick, and a signature storage case is included. Note it is water-resistant to 5 ATM, so it handles splashes but is not intended for swimming or diving, and it comes in a single green, one-size variant.[8,9,10] | Neutra Chronograph Watch: Choose this if you want a classic chronograph look: a 44 mm stainless steel case with a dark blue dial, gold-colored hands and Roman numerals, three subdials, and a Japanese quartz movement. The adjustable 22 mm light brown leather strap with tongue buckle suits everyday wear, and 5 ATM water resistance plus an included signature storage case add practicality. Note the one-size listing carries no separate fit adjustments, so confirm the sizing works for you before ordering.[11,12] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front-facing stainless steel wristwatch with an octagonal bezel, linked metal bracelet, cream textured dial with black Roman numerals and three black hands, and a ridged crown at 3 o'clock.
- Case shapeOctagonal outer bezel with rounded corners and polished silver-tone metal visible around the dial.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.48 (high) - Bracelet constructionMulti-link polished silver-tone metal bracelet running above and below the case with alternating small and large rectangular links.
2 regions
x 0.33 · y 0.00 · w 0.34 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.66 · w 0.44 · h 0.32 (high) - Dial textureCream-colored dial with a subtle repeating chevron or herringbone texture radiating across the face.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.23 · w 0.49 · h 0.36 (high) - Hour markersBlack Roman numerals at hour positions printed on the dial.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.23 · w 0.49 · h 0.36 (high) - HandsThree black hands: a tapered hour hand, a longer tapered minute hand, and a thin black seconds hand with a circular counterweight near center.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.30 · w 0.32 · h 0.24 (high) - Brand text on dial“FOSSIL”
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.28 · w 0.21 · h 0.07 (high) - CrownRidged rounded crown protruding from the case at the right side (3 o'clock position).
1 region
x 0.73 · y 0.36 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (high) - Inner chapter ringThin dark inner chapter ring with short rectangular minute markers framing the dial inside the bezel.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.23 · w 0.49 · h 0.36 (high)
Other
Centered front-on product shot on a light neutral background with soft shadowing below the watch; even studio lighting with minimal reflections and no props.
- Shot compositionWatch centered vertically and horizontally, photographed straight-on showing the front face and bracelet in a single plane.
- BackgroundUniform light gray background filling the image.
- Lighting and reflectionsSoft studio lighting producing subtle reflections on the polished metal surfaces and a faint drop shadow below the lower bracelet.
Colors
polished silver· case and bracelet#C4C4C2cream· dial#C4C3C2black· numerals and hands- Case shapeOctagonal outer bezel with rounded corners and polished silver-tone metal visible around the dial.
- 02
Product
A stainless steel wristwatch is worn on the model's left wrist; the watch has a faceted octagonal metal bezel, a white or light silver dial with dark hour markers, and a multi-link stainless steel bracelet that wraps the wrist.
- Case shapeVisible watch case has a faceted octagonal bezel with straight edges forming an angular shape around the dial.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.43 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (high) - Dial appearanceDial appears white or light silver with contrasting dark hour markers and dark hands; small seconds or subdial detail is not clearly legible.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.44 · w 0.07 · h 0.08 (high) - BraceletMulti-link stainless steel bracelet composed of several narrow polished links runs across the top of the wrist and connects to the case.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.48 · w 0.25 · h 0.08 (high) - Wear contextWatch is worn on the model's left wrist, positioned on the outward-facing side of the wrist while the model rests the arm across a chair back.
- Finish and reflectionsMetal case and bracelet have a polished reflective finish showing subtle highlights and reflections from the warm studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.43 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (medium)
Other
Lifestyle studio shot showing a seated male model against a vertical wood-paneled background with warm directional lighting; a chrome chair back is visible and the model wears a ring and has a dark band tattoo on the forearm.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter portrait crop showing the model from mid-torso up, left arm bent across a chair back occupying the lower foreground.
- BackgroundVertical wood-paneled wall with warm brown tones fills the background behind the model.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low) - LightingWarm directional studio lighting from the left creates soft shadows and warm highlights on the model's face and arms.
- Prop detailShiny chrome tubular chair back is visible beneath the model's forearm reflecting highlights.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.74 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high) - Visible accessoriesModel wears a plain metal ring on the left ring finger and has a horizontal dark band tattoo on the right forearm.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.52 · w 0.15 · h 0.12 (medium); x 0.60 · y 0.60 · w 0.32 · h 0.14 (high)
Colors
polished stainless steel· bracelet and case#D3C5BClight silver white· dialnear black· hour markers and hands- Case shapeVisible watch case has a faceted octagonal bezel with straight edges forming an angular shape around the dial.
- 03
Product
Close-up of a polished silver-tone metal watch bracelet and deployment clasp with part of the watch case visible at the top right; focus is on the clasp and bracelet links.
- Deployment claspPolished rectangular fold-over deployment clasp with an integrated push-button release; clasp face shows a shallow beveled edge and a hinge at the rear where it folds.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.56 · w 0.38 · h 0.33 (high) - Brand engraving“Vertical engraved text FOSSIL on the outer face of the clasp.”
1 region
x 0.07 · y 0.66 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Bracelet link patternMulti-row polished metal bracelet composed of narrow rectangular links arranged in an interlocking five-column pattern with visible small screw or pin heads along the outer row.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.42 · w 0.78 · h 0.44 (high) - Hinged interiorInterior side of the clasp visible showing the folded metal hinged plate and release pin mechanism finished in the same polished metal.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.50 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (medium) - Watch case edgePartial view of the watch case back and crown at the top right, showing a polished metal octagonal case edge and a ridged crown with a dark insert on the crown top.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.04 · w 0.32 · h 0.30 (high)
Other
Studio-style product photo with shallow depth of field, neutral light background, and soft shadows; focus is on the clasp with the rest of the bracelet and case slightly out of focus.
- Shot compositionClose-up angled detail shot framing the bracelet and clasp in the lower half and the case cropped at the top right.
- Depth of fieldShallow depth of field with crisp focus on the clasp area and progressive blur toward the upper bracelet and case.
- Background and lightingEven neutral light background with soft diffuse lighting and faint soft shadow beneath the bracelet.
Colors
polished silver· bracelet and clasp#CBC4BB- Deployment claspPolished rectangular fold-over deployment clasp with an integrated push-button release; clasp face shows a shallow beveled edge and a hinge at the rear where it folds.
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