The Shinola Elijah McCoy Mechanic Pocket Watch is Retro-Chic
Michael Hemsworth — May 18, 2024 — Fashion
References: shinola & hiconsumption
The Shinola Elijah McCoy Mechanic Pocket Watch is a limited-edition timepiece created to honor the namesake Black inventor and engineer, and provide collectors alike with a retro-chic way to keep time.
The timepiece measures in at 45mm and features an ultra-chic silhouette with locomotive accents to pay homage to McCoy's inventions including the automatic lubricator for steam engines. The watch is powered by the Sellita SW210-1 movement that's visible on the rear thanks to a see-through caseback, which is surrounded by the phrase The Real McCoy as a reminder of the man behind the iconic saying.
The Shinola Elijah McCoy Mechanic Pocket Watch comes with a black stainless steel chain to match the black PVD stainless steel case and has a 50-meter water resistance rating. The watch is limited to 350 examples.
Image Credit: Shinola
The timepiece measures in at 45mm and features an ultra-chic silhouette with locomotive accents to pay homage to McCoy's inventions including the automatic lubricator for steam engines. The watch is powered by the Sellita SW210-1 movement that's visible on the rear thanks to a see-through caseback, which is surrounded by the phrase The Real McCoy as a reminder of the man behind the iconic saying.
The Shinola Elijah McCoy Mechanic Pocket Watch comes with a black stainless steel chain to match the black PVD stainless steel case and has a 50-meter water resistance rating. The watch is limited to 350 examples.
Image Credit: Shinola
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