How do I clean my metal [Fossil] watch?

Question

I’ve got the coolest Fossil Brand watch in the world. I got it for Christmas about 3 years ago. Problem is it’s gotten kind of dirty; sweat, dust, and dirt have become encrusted in between the metal links and in the latch holding it band together making it hard to take off. Kind of gross, yeah, but you can’t see it unless you’re examining the links very carefully. Anyway, I wanted to know what the best way to clean a metal watch is. (I know brand name doesn’t make a difference, but I like to gloat about what few brand name items I have)

Answer 1

lol -- when you get a tag heuer you can gloat -- i dunno about gloating over fossils. the gunk is in the band? you can use any spray on household cleaner and it should work. just let it sit for a while and wash it off under the sink water. you don't want to get it around the watch crystal or back if the watch isn't water resistant or water proof. my fossil says "water resistant" on the back. water resistant means you can wear it in the shower but don't take it swimming in the ocean or deep sea diving. you can also buy new bands at any watch store. i live in orlando there are at least 2 watch outlet stores that i know of that sell the bands too.

Answer 2

Use an old toothbrush. You can make a small dish of warm, soapy water and dip the toothbrush in and gently brush the metal. Polish it with a soft cloth, like an old t-shirt.