Fossil Neutra FS5982 Chronograph Gold Dial Leather Strap Men's Watch

The Fossil Neutra FS5982 at a glance

The Fossil Neutra FS5982 is a quartz chronograph men's watch with a gold dial mounted on a leather strap. It brings together the key strengths you seek in a dressed watch without unnecessary complications, with immediate readability and a lightweight feel on the wrist all day long. The Neutra collection draws on the codes of 1960s racing chronographs, revisited in a slim, contemporary case that remains easy to wear.

• 44 mm case in stainless steel with contained thickness that slips under a shirt cuff.
• Gold sunburst dial with applied indices, highly legible in natural light and indoors alike.
• Chronograph with three counters: 24 hours, 60 seconds, 30 minutes, plus a date window.
• Water resistance 50 M (5 ATM): resists splashes, rain and hand washing without concern.
• Mineral crystal with hard treatment, genuine leather strap with steel pin buckle.
• Fluted pushers on either side of the crown to start and stop the chronograph with a firm gesture.

This is a watch designed to last all day without being forgotten: the warm gold warms up a dark outfit and the chronograph remains useful for timing a journey, cooking or a sports session.

For which wrist and which use

With its 44 mm, the Neutra FS5982 is suited to medium to large wrists, with a wrist circumference of 16.5 to 20 cm. The gold dial is intended rather for dressed outfits, the office and occasions where you want a warm touch without going over the top. The leather strap reinforces this elegant positioning and pairs just as well with a suit as with chinos and an open shirt. On a slimmer wrist, it remains wearable but will clearly assert its presence, which can be a deliberate choice.

• Controlled dressed look thanks to the sunburst gold and polished case finishes.
• Daily comfort: the leather softens quickly and moulds to the wrist within a few days of wear.
• Versatility: a single watch for work, dinner or a wedding.
• Metal coordination: the dial gold dialogues with a gold belt buckle or gold wedding band.

Gold Neutra or classic Neutra, how to choose

In the Neutra range, the gold version FS5982 stands out from its sisters with light or anthracite dials through a warmer and more visible signature. Where a silver dial plays discretion, the gold captures light and brings relief to a dark outfit. The 44 mm diameter remains identical to that of other Neutra chronographs, but the contrast of the hands and counters is more pronounced here. If you are unsure, remember that gold pairs particularly well with brown or cognac leather straps and gold belt buckles, for a cohesive ensemble. A styling tip: worn on a white or sky blue shirt, the gold stands out more than on a dark knit, where it gains in sobriety by contrast.

Care of the leather strap and case

To keep the FS5982 in good condition, avoid wetting the leather strap: the 5 ATM water resistance protects the case, not the leather. Wipe the steel case with a soft, dry cloth after a warm day to remove perspiration, which dulls the gold over time and attacks the strap seams.

• Store the watch flat, away from direct sunlight which can dry out the leather and fade the dial.
• Nourish the leather every two to three months with a specific conditioner to prevent cracking.
• Tighten the strap to allow one finger to pass through: too loose, it wears the buckle and marks the leather.
• Quartz battery to be replaced by a watchmaker as soon as the seconds hand jumps by several seconds at a time.
• Mineral crystal to be protected from abrasive surfaces: a simple microfibre cloth removes fingerprints without scratching it.

Well cared for, this Neutra retains the lustre of its gold dial and the suppleness of its leather for several years, for a watch that ages with elegance.