---
product_id: 514994962
title: "Fossil Defender Watch for Men, Solar Powered Three Hand Date with Stainless Steel or Leather Strap"
brand: "fossil"
price: "R4417"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Fossil"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/514994962-fossil-defender-watch-for-men-solar-powered-three-hand-date
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 46mm robust stainless steel case 100m water resistance for swimming & snorkeling Solar-powered quartz movement Fossil Defender Watch for Men, Solar Powered Three Hand Date with Stainless Steel or Leather Strap

**Brand:** fossil
**Price:** R4417
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ☀️ Stay powered, stay stylish — the watch that works as hard as you do.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Fossil Defender Watch for Men, Solar Powered Three Hand Date with Stainless Steel or Leather Strap by fossil
- **How much does it cost?** R4417 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/514994962-fossil-defender-watch-for-men-solar-powered-three-hand-date)

## Best For

- fossil enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted fossil brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Comfort Meets Style:** Choose between a sleek stainless steel bracelet or a soft, premium leather strap for all-day wearability.
- • **Dive-Ready Durability:** Water resistant up to 100 meters—perfect for your active lifestyle, from pool to weekend adventures.
- • **Bold & Timeless Design:** 46mm stainless steel case with mineral crystal offers rugged elegance that commands attention.
- • **Precision Meets Vintage Vibes:** Three-hand analog date display with luminous markers blends classic field watch aesthetics with modern tech.
- • **Endless Power, Zero Battery Hassle:** Harness the sun with reliable solar quartz movement—never miss a beat.

## Overview

The Fossil Defender Watch FS5976 is a 46mm solar-powered analog timepiece featuring a durable stainless steel case and mineral crystal. Water resistant up to 100 meters, it’s designed for both style and adventure, offering a choice of stainless steel or leather straps. With a clear three-hand date display and luminous markers, it combines vintage field watch charm with modern reliability.

## Description

Shop Fossil Men Analog Solar Watch with Stainless Steel Strap FS5976 ✓ free delivery ✓ free returns on eligible orders.

Review: A really great field watch with vintage vibes - I'm really impressed with this watch. It's extremely well made and finished with a really nice all brushed case. I got this for a brilliant price too. Classic field watch looks but with a modern solar movement, 100m water resistant, screw caseback, good size push/pull crown, lume is good, leather strap is very nice and soft and very comfortable too. Don't need to buy a Hamilton khaki now lol this fossil field watch is amazing! Highly recommended 10/10
Review: Stylish value - Real stylish watch with good quality ĺeather strap. Keeps perfect time and the dial is clear. My first fossil and very impressed with wa5ch and price.

## Features

- 46mm case, 24mm band width, mineral crystal, Solar-Powered movement with 3-hand date analog display, imported
- Round stainless steel case, with a black dial
- Silver, stainless steel bracelet
- Water resistant up to 100m: Can be worn bathing, swimming or snorkeling and shallow diving

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0BQVVLSYV |
| ASIN  | B0BQVVLSYV |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Band Colour | Silver |
| Band Length | 1 Centimetres |
| Band Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Band Width | 24 Millimetres |
| Bands | 1 |
| Batteries  | 1 Nonstandard Battery batteries required. (included) |
| Best Sellers Rank | 375,939 in Fashion ( See Top 100 in Fashion ) 2,750 in Men's Wrist Watches |
| Brand Name | Fossil |
| Case Diameter | 46 Millimetres |
| Case Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Character | No aplica |
| Clasp Type | Push Button Hidden Clasp |
| Closure Type | Buckle |
| Country Of Origin | China |
| Country of origin  | China |
| Crystal | Mineral |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (338) |
| Customer reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (338) |
| Date First Available  | 15 Mar. 2023 |
| Department  | Men's |
| Dial Color | Black |
| Display | Analog |
| Embellishment Feature | Crystal |
| Face Style | Single |
| Included Components | Band |
| Item Shape | Round |
| Item Type Name | Watch |
| Item Weight | 200 Grams |
| Item model number  | FS5976 |
| Manufacturer | Fossil |
| Manufacturer  | Fossil |
| Model Name | Defender |
| Model Number | FS5976 |
| Pattern | Solid |
| Power Source | Solar Powered |
| Sport Type | Swimming |
| Strap Type | Stainless steel bracelet |
| Style Name | Single |
| Warranty Type | Manufacturer |
| Watch Movement Type | Quartz |
| Water Resistance Depth | 100 Metres |
| Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant |

## Images

![Fossil Defender Watch for Men, Solar Powered Three Hand Date with Stainless Steel or Leather Strap - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61cJLCUF+uL.jpg)
![Fossil Defender Watch for Men, Solar Powered Three Hand Date with Stainless Steel or Leather Strap - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71SyjgvAgmL.jpg)
![Fossil Defender Watch for Men, Solar Powered Three Hand Date with Stainless Steel or Leather Strap - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/415SXIZEktL.jpg)
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![Fossil Defender Watch for Men, Solar Powered Three Hand Date with Stainless Steel or Leather Strap - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71zuItTO6rL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A really great field watch with vintage vibes
*by D***E on 12 December 2024*

I'm really impressed with this watch. It's extremely well made and finished with a really nice all brushed case. I got this for a brilliant price too. Classic field watch looks but with a modern solar movement, 100m water resistant, screw caseback, good size push/pull crown, lume is good, leather strap is very nice and soft and very comfortable too. Don't need to buy a Hamilton khaki now lol this fossil field watch is amazing! Highly recommended 10/10

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Stylish value
*by J***S on 9 October 2025*

Real stylish watch with good quality ĺeather strap. Keeps perfect time and the dial is clear. My first fossil and very impressed with wa5ch and price.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Smart looking - Good Value
*by R***9 on 14 April 2025*

Good price. I love the face, it's neat, easy to read, looks like early military watches. I have a smallish wrist so I went for the 40mm one. It has a good quality leather strap, but it isn't over-generous in length. If I had a thicker wrist it could be a problem? One thing I wasn't expecting was the time-keeping. It seems to lose about a minute over a couple of weeks. I read that solar powered watches should keep very good time as the batteries should always, if you let the light sun/artificial light fall on the face, stay charged? Some days I sit it on the window sill in full sun for about an hour, but it still lost time!

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-02-19*