The Book Tower, an Italian Renaissance-style skyscraper located in the heart of downtown Detroit, is one of the city’s oldest and most spectacular architectural highlights. The Shinola Book watch takes its signature ovalene shape from a remarkable third-floor skylight, a stunning feat of glass and iron work that bears witness to the glory of Detroit design, history, and craft. This first edition of the Book watch features a uniquely Michigan heart: A polished Petoskey stone dial. Surrounding the open face, find a dazzling diamond bezel that harkens to the glasswork of the Book skylight. Finished with micron gold plating and an alligator strap, this petite 25mm watch is a work of art and wonder. The full restoration of Book Tower will be complete late this year—nearly 100 years after its opening in 1926.
SPECIFICATIONS
CASE BACK PLATE: Signature Iconic Caseback Plate with Laser-Etched Serial Number
CASE SIZE: 25mm
CASE THICKNESS: 7.65 mm
MOVEMENT: Argonite 773
MOVEMENT TYPE: Three Hand No Date
DIAL COLOR DETAIL: Petoskey Stone
COLOR: Tan
BAND MATERIAL: Alligator Strap
STRAP LENGTH: 115mm x 72mm
CASE MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
DEPTH RATING: 3 ATM
CRYSTAL: Saphhire