Inspired by the century-old tradition of the Bayview Mackinac Boat Race from Port Huron to Mackinac Island, Michigan, the Mackinac is a truly one-of-a-kind automatic chronograph. Also referred to as a regatta timer, yachting chronograph, or sailing watch, the Mackinac features a yacht timer for the countdown at the start of a sailing race. When horns signal the start of the countdown, a skipper starts the yacht timer and, using the five-minute increments, can sail across the starting line at speed just as the starting gun sounds. The Shinola Mackinac features a unique 40mm square stainless-steel case with an exhibition case back window that reveals the automatic SW511.bhc movement inside. The canary yellow dial pops with orange and red details and contrasts with the three-tone blue yacht timer sub. With a ridged rubber strap and a 10 ATM rating, it’s the perfect naval companion for sport or leisure—whatever floats your boat.
