As we move into the Fourth of July weekend and Independence Day,
it’s a great time to take a look at watches built in America.
Shinola — with headquarters in Detroit — has an interesting story behind it. In fact, back in April, former U.S. President Bill Clinton, the 42nd president and founder of the Clinton Foundation, visited Shinola’s workshops in Detroit. It is rumored that at the time he already owned two Shinola timepieces (including a 47mm Runwell that sells from $550) and then was presented with a third (with the Presidential Seal on the back) while touring the site.
The story gets better. It is said that he bought five Shinola watches as Christmas gifts last year and then recently purchased another nine for gifts. Representatives of Shinola, when asked about it, quipped: “We do not comment on customer purchases.” So, it seems, the real question here is: Are you a friend of Bill Clinton? If so, you may end up with a $550 Runwell – built in America by Shinola. If not, shop our Shinola selection online or stop by our Princeton location to view this built in America brand in person.
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