Shinola: off shoot from Fossil; originated in Detroit. Successfully introducing cool analog watches into a digital market. They also sell cool bicycles and leather goods. The story goes: “Shinola” earned its name accidently. The founders were arguing what to call their new endeavor. During a heated discussion it was spoken: “you don’t know sh-t from Shinola”. The company name was born.
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