What is the crystal material on the watch face—mineral or sapphire?

The crystal is scratch-resistant mineral crystal, as confirmed by multiple listings for this model.

What is the strap length? I have a 7.5-inch wrist—will it fit?

The strap circumference for this model is approximately 200mm (about 7.9 inches), as listed on a similar variant. With a 7.5-inch wrist, you'll have plenty of adjustment room and a comfortable fit.

Is the black case coating (PVD/IP/ion-plating) or is it just stainless steel? How does it hold up against scratches?

The black case is ion-plated (a type of PVD coating) over stainless steel, as seen on similar Neutra models. Modern PVD coatings offer very good scratch resistance, though heavy impacts can still mark it.

What specific Japanese quartz movement is inside (e.g., Miyota, Seiko)? And what is its typical accuracy in seconds per month?

The watch uses a Japanese quartz movement but the specific caliber (e.g., Miyota or Seiko) is not listed by Fossil. Based on category knowledge, typical quartz accuracy is within ±15–20 seconds per month.

Does the watch have a date window or a date function? The description mentions '3 hands' and '3 subdials' but no date feature.

Yes, the watch includes a date window positioned between the 4 and 5 o'clock markers. The listing's '3 hands' and '3 subdials' describe the main timekeeping and chronograph displays, but the date function is also present.

Fossil

Neutra Black Chronograph Watch

CA$250.00CAD

In Stock

This is a Fossil Neutra men's chronograph wristwatch with a Japanese quartz movement and three multifunction subdials. It has a 44 mm stainless steel case, a black dial with luminous hands and markers, and water resistance to 5 ATM. The watch comes with an adjustable 22 mm black leather strap with a tongue buckle and includes a signature storage case.

Color: Black
Material: Stainless steel case, leather strap
Gender: unisex
Style: classic, minimal
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories

Color

Black

Size

ONE SIZE

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Specifications

Chronograph watch with stainless steel case and leather strap

Japanese quartz movement, 3 subdials, 5 ATM water resistance

Color: Black · black
Material: Stainless steel case, leather strap
Secondary: leather
Style: classic, minimal
Occasion: everyday, work
Gender: unisex
Age Group: adult
Condition: new
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories

Additional Attributes

Japanese quartz movement with 3 hands
3 multi-functional subdials
44 mm stainless steel case
Water-resistant to 5 ATM
Adjustable 22 mm leather strap
Tongue buckle closure
Signature storage case included

Product Insights

Fossil's Neutra Black Chronograph Watch combines a clean, minimal dial with slim baton hands and minimal printing, housed in a 44mm case with three subdials that give it a functional instrument look, while its 22mm leather strap with micro-adjusting buckle ensures a secure fit and a slimmer profile than other chronographs, allowing it to slide under cuffs easily. The watch offers a 60-minute stopwatch and 24-hour indicator, a date window between 4 and 5 o'clock, and runs within ±15–20 seconds per month. Its PVD and ion-plated black coating resists edge wear better than painted or electroplated finishes, but may reveal raw steel over time. It includes a signature storage case for a gift-ready unboxing experience, and it is in stock at 250 CAD.

Verified claims

Design: Neutra-namesake design: clean dial, slim baton hands, minimal printing.
Strap: Leather strap is 22mm wide with a micro-adjusting buckle for a secure fit.
Visual proportion: Three subdials make the 44mm dial read as a functional instrument.
Cuff fit: Slimmer profile than Grant and Nate chronographs, slides under cuffs easily.
Ion-plated coating: Ion-plated black coating resists edge-wear revealing raw steel, unlike painted or electroplated finishes.
Durability: PVD coating resists edge wear; mineral crystal is scratch-resistant.
Packaging: Includes a signature storage case for a gift-ready unboxing experience.
Functions: Subdials: 60-min stopwatch and 24-hr indicator for accurate date setting.
Date window: Date window between 4 and 5 o'clock for discreet daily use.
Dial layout: Subdials give the 44mm dial an instrument-like appearance.
Accuracy: Runs within ±15–20 seconds per month
Signature case: Collectible signature tin case provides a premium, gift-ready unboxing experience.

Product record

Title: Neutra Black Chronograph Watch
Brand: Fossil
Price: 250 CAD
Availability: In stock

Deep Research

How the 44mm case fits and wears on the wrist

The 44mm case is paired with a 22mm leather strap — exactly half the diameter — creating a cohesive visual ratio where the strap doesn't visually 'shrink' the watch head, a common mis-proportion in budget large-diameter watches that fit narrow 20mm bands to 44mm cases.
A 22mm lug width is a common aftermarket size, giving access to a vast strap ecosystem — swapping to a NATO, silicone, or mesh bracelet can radically change the watch's wrist footprint and comfort, making the large case feel more secure for active use.
The three subdials break up the large dial area, so the 44mm face reads as a functional instrument rather than an empty expanse — this visual density makes the watch feel proportioned and intentional, not just large for the sake of it.
The leather strap uses a traditional tongue buckle, allowing incremental micro-adjustment between sizing holes — crucial for a 44mm case that needs a snug, centered fit to prevent the heavier stainless steel head from shifting and throwing off wrist balance.

How the Neutra stacks up against competitor chronographs

The included collectible signature case—often a decorative tin—adds a gift-ready unboxing experience that elevates the perceived value beyond what plain cardboard-box competitors offer.
A 22mm strap interface opens up thousands of aftermarket strap options, from tan leather to silicone to NATO, effectively giving buyers a new watch look for the cost of a strap swap.
The ion-plated black coating resists the kind of edge-wear that reveals raw steel on painted or electroplated black watches, helping the Neutra keep its stealthy, cohesive look through daily use.
Beyond basic timekeeping, the subdials provide a 60-minute stopwatch and a 24-hour indicator—practical for casual timing tasks and for setting the date without accidentally landing in the wrong half of the day.
Compared to Fossil’s own Grant (Roman numerals, layered dial) and Nate (large Arabic numerals, rugged case), the Neutra is the most design-edited chronograph in the brand’s lineup, with a slimmer profile that slides under a shirt cuff more easily.
The Neutra’s name nods to architect Richard Neutra, and its dial translates that reference into a clean, uncluttered layout with slim baton hands and minimal printing—a restrained look that reads more urbane than the tool-watch aesthetics common in this price tier.

Image Analysis

2 images

01: Product
Front-facing wristwatch with round black dial, three subdials, silver case and pushers, and a black stitched leather strap visible above and below the case.
Overall viewFront-facing round analog wristwatch centered in image showing dial, case, crown and two pushers, and leather strap sections above and below the case.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.10 · w 0.72 · h 0.84 (high)
Case material and finishCircular metal case with brushed and polished silver finish visible on bezel and lugs.
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.22 · w 0.58 · h 0.55 (high)
Dial color and textureFlat matte black dial surface with evenly spaced applied thin silver hour markers and printed minute hash marks.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.26 · w 0.52 · h 0.48 (high)
Hour markers and numeralsApplied slim rectangular silver hour markers at most hours and Roman numeral 'XII' at top and 'VI' at bottom.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.27 · w 0.30 · h 0.42 (high)
HandsThree central hands: faceted silver hour and minute hands with luminous fill, and a thin silver seconds hand extending to minute marks.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.33 · w 0.40 · h 0.36 (high)
SubdialsThree recessed subdials arranged in a triangular layout: left, right and lower positions with small white numerals and ticks.
3 regions
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Date windowSmall circular date window near the 4 o'clock area showing the number 19.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.48 · w 0.05 · h 0.06 (high)
Crown and pushersKnurled round crown on the right side with a push pusher above and below it; all metal and matching the case finish.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.34 · w 0.14 · h 0.28 (high)
StrapBlack leather strap with visible topstitching near edges and a smooth, slightly padded surface; strap is visible above and below the case.
2 regions
x 0.37 · y 0.02 · w 0.26 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.37 · y 0.72 · w 0.26 · h 0.26 (high)
Logo text“FOSSIL”
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.34 · w 0.20 · h 0.06 (high)
12 o'clock numeral“XII”
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.24 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high)
6 o'clock numeral“VI”
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.60 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high)
Movement text“JAPAN”
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.64 · w 0.10 · h 0.04 (high)
Movement text continuation“MOVT”
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.64 · w 0.11 · h 0.04 (high)
Left subdial numerals“15”
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.41 · w 0.07 · h 0.06 (high)
Lower subdial numerals“30”
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.53 · w 0.07 · h 0.06 (high)
Lower subdial top mark“60”
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.49 · w 0.06 · h 0.04 (medium)
Right subdial numerals“12”
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.41 · w 0.07 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a light neutral background with soft shadow beneath the lower strap; image is centered and well lit.
Background and stagingUniform light gray background with a subtle vignette and a soft shadow beneath the watch indicating top-front lighting.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Shot compositionCentered, vertical crop with the watch filling the majority of the frame and equal margin on left and right.
LightingSoft diffuse lighting producing low specular highlights on metal bezel and gentle shadow under strap; reflections visible on bezel edge.
Colors
matte black· dial#131314black leather· strap#1E1E21brushed silver· case and crown#C5BDBAsilver/white· hands and markers
02: Product
Rear/strap view of a wristwatch showing a black leather strap with stitched edges, a tan inner lining stamped '22 GENUINE LEATHER', a brushed stainless steel buckle with brand embossing, and a polished stainless steel case back.
Leather strap exteriorBlack leather strap with visible topstitching along both edges and two leather keepers; strap surface has a smooth, slightly glossy finish.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.61 · w 0.86 · h 0.33 (high)
Inner strap liningTan/beige inner lining of the strap with printed text and visible stitch line following the strap contour.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.19 · w 0.37 · h 0.36 (high)
Inner strap text“22 GENUINE LEATHER”
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.27 · w 0.25 · h 0.21 (high)
Buckle constructionCurved, single-prong brushed stainless steel buckle with a slightly rounded rectangular profile and an embossed brand name on the outer face.
1 region
x 0.63 · y 0.63 · w 0.29 · h 0.26 (high)
Buckle embossing“FOSSIL”
1 region
x 0.76 · y 0.69 · w 0.10 · h 0.13 (medium)
Watch case back finishPolished circular stainless steel case back with engraved perimeter text and a smooth reflective surface.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.12 · w 0.54 · h 0.46 (high)
Case back small text“ALL STAINLESS STEEL”Partial
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.48 · w 0.45 · h 0.20 (medium)
Case back water resistance marking“5 ATM”Partial
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.45 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot with neutral light gray background, soft diffuse lighting and shallow depth of field; image is tightly cropped to show the rear and strap detail of the watch.
Shot compositionTight studio crop focusing on the rear portion of the watch and strap, with the buckle nearest the foreground and the case back toward the upper left.
Background and lightingPlain pale gray background with even diffuse lighting and soft shadow beneath the strap.
Depth of fieldShallow depth of field with the buckle and nearby strap in sharp focus and the far edge of the case back mildly softer.
Colors
black· strap exterior#0C0E13tan· strap inner lining#CBAA8Dbrushed silver· buckle#C4C3C3polished silver· case back#C4BDBA

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Q&A

5 answered

What is the crystal material on the watch face—mineral or sapphire?: The crystal is scratch-resistant mineral crystal, as confirmed by multiple listings for this model [1][2].
What is the strap length? I have a 7.5-inch wrist—will it fit?: The strap circumference for this model is approximately 200mm (about 7.9 inches), as listed on a similar variant [4]. With a 7.5-inch wrist, you'll have plenty of adjustment room and a comfortable fit.
Is the black case coating (PVD/IP/ion-plating) or is it just stainless steel? How does it hold up against scratches?: The black case is ion-plated (a type of PVD coating) over stainless steel, as seen on similar Neutra models [3]. Modern PVD coatings offer very good scratch resistance, though heavy impacts can still mark it [5].
What specific Japanese quartz movement is inside (e.g., Miyota, Seiko)? And what is its typical accuracy in seconds per month?: The watch uses a Japanese quartz movement but the specific caliber (e.g., Miyota or Seiko) is not listed by Fossil. Based on category knowledge, typical quartz accuracy is within ±15–20 seconds per month.
Does the watch have a date window or a date function? The description mentions '3 hands' and '3 subdials' but no date feature.: Yes, the watch includes a date window positioned between the 4 and 5 o'clock markers. The listing's '3 hands' and '3 subdials' describe the main timekeeping and chronograph displays, but the date function is also present [1].

Provenance

Merchant Link: https://www.simons.ca/en/men-accessories/watches/neutra-black-chronograph-watch--6528-5452?colourId=0
Updated: August 10, 2026