Skip to main content

Shinola’s New Detrola Watch Collection Is As Modern As It Is Colorful

Shinola Detrola
The Islander Shinola

Revered luxury goods brand Shinola is one of those companies that — at least for us — can do no wrong. Whether you seek high-quality craftsmanship or a geek-worthy aesthetic, the Detroit-based manufacturers offer everything from premium leather products and timepieces to jewelry, audio products, bicycles, bags, and more. It’s a trusted brand that is dedicated to making things last, and we at The Manual are all here for it. Today, we’re here to share details on its new release: the Shinola Detrola watch collection.

Recommended Videos

The Detrola line features Shinola’s most colorful, contemporary, and affordable watch designs to date, boasting an array of stylish combinations — both bright and minimalistic — to choose from. Although it offers a cheaper price tag and a simplified aesthetic, the Detrola collection still provides the durable construction you’d expect from a Shinola product, giving you just the right amount of room to blend your personality with the engineering techie inside of you.

Aside from the vibrant appearance, each Detrola watch comes loaded with a resilient yet lightweight TR90 resin case and a double-domed K1 Crystal case cover for scratch-resistant protection. It also features a quick-release silicone strap to help fortify and expedite the process if you wish to grab an extra colorful strap and switch them out. Time-telling is aided by the use of Detroit-built Argonite 705 quartz movement. Additionally, the watch is delivered in a uniquely tailored, long, skinny box that includes a foam insert with illustrations that reflect the overall youthful vibe of the collection.

If you like what you see, note that each colorway is limited to 250 units, so you’ll want to snag one as soon as possible.

Shinola Detrola
The Ace Shinola

The Detrola retails for Buy at Shinola a piece and is now available in Shinola retail stores and online. You will also find it at Neiman Marcus starting September 25.

If you’re looking for a watch that is a little more refined, check out the Shinola Runwell Automatic watch or our roundup of the best watches under $1,000.

Bryan Holt
Former Former Digital Trends Contributor, The Manual
Bryan Holt is a writer, editor, designer, and multimedia storyteller based in Portland, Oregon. He is a graduate from the…
Topics
Bulova’s new moon watch has a cosmic aventurine dial
This Bulova limited edition captures the cosmos on your wrist
Lunar Pilot x BuDiiLab Limited Edition

Bulova and BuDiiLab have teamed up to bring their own unique take on NASA history through horological excellence with the release of their recent Lunar Pilot x BuDiiLab Limited Edition, a timepiece that combines NASA’s revered moon-landing legacy with contemporary Italian design. The exclusive is limited to only 500 pieces worldwide, with its 43.5mm stainless steel chronograph paying homage to Bulova’s 1972 Apollo 15 mission heritage while embracing modern luxury through its aventurine glass dial — a brilliantly deep blue canvas representing the cosmos. The high-frequency quartz Precisionist movement ensures precision worthy of space exploration, with a sweeping seconds hand that circles like a satellite in orbit.

Where space-age engineering meets artisanal expertise

Read more
Sternglas’ new Bauhaus dive watches blend elegance with 200m water resistance
These dive watches rival luxury brands in elegance
The new Marus 2.0 watch

German precision and technical excellence are front and center with the latest release from microbrand Sternglas. Their iconic Bauhaus aesthetic is featured in the Marus 2.0 divers, two gorgeous timepieces that combine minimalist design with water resistance of up to 200 meters. Two refined variants are in this collection — a striking navy blue and a classic matte black — each housed stainless steel cases of 39.5mm with a sleek, brushed finish. The watches’ clean dials are a tribute to Bauhaus core principles of form following function, while the superluminova-coated markers and hands ensure legibility in the ocean’s darkest depths.

A masterclass in accessible luxury and precision engineering

Read more
Bremont’s new Polar White dive watch survives 500m depths in style   
This $4.5K Bremont Diver combines arctic style with Submarine strength
SUPERMARINE 500M, POLAR WHITE

Bremont has taken dive watch craftsmanship to the next level with its latest release, the stunning Supermarine 500M Polar White, a timepiece that seamlessly merges rugged functionality with refined British elegance. Crafted from 904L stainless steel — a premium alloy preferred for its superb corrosion resistance — this 43mm diver boasts a stunning polar white dial that evokes the icy landscapes found in deep-sea exploration. The watch offers water resistance up to 500 meters and a helium escape valve, positioning it as an excellent tool for serious divers, while its sapphire crystal caseback showcases the undeniable beauty of Bremont's BE-36AE automatic movement, a COSC-certified workhorse with a 38-hour power reserve.

A winning combination of technical mastery and aesthetic purity

Read more