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Personalise your tartan watch
Every item we create is custom-made using authentic Scottish tartan, crafted with meticulous attention to detail.
Add custom engraving
Personalise the back of your watch case with custom engraving. Add names, dates, or meaningful messages to create a unique heirloom piece.
Add Leather Imprint
Make your leather strap uniquely yours with custom imprinting. Include your surname, initials, or clan name for a distinctive finishing touch that's unmistakably you.
Wear your connection to one of the world's greatest universities. Whether you're celebrating a graduation, gifting fellow alumni, or simply marking a chapter that Edinburgh made unforgettable, this watch is made for the occasion. This watch features an authentic University of Edinburgh tartan strap, handmade in Scotland.
- Handmade tartan strap: Crafted from genuine University of Edinburgh tartan, backed with high-quality leather for comfort and durability.
- Choice of size: Available in 36mm or 40mm to suit your preference.
- Personalised details: Add engraving to the case back and imprint up to 9 characters (initials, name or date) on the leather strap.
We ship worldwide with free delivery on all UK orders.
Your Highland timepiece will arrive within 1-5 working days (UK), 3-9 days (Europe), or 5-21 days (Rest of World).
Custom Tartan Watches require 3-5 weeks for crafting with authentic Scottish mill tartans, plus an additional 2-3 days for engraving.
All orders come with full tracking and our 2-year Highland warranty.
Returns are accepted within 28 days with proof of purchase, though personalised and custom-made items cannot be returned due to their bespoke nature.
From Scottish Mills to Your Wrist
See the meticulous crafting process that transforms authentic Highland tartan into your personal timepiece.
For every purchase we will plant a tree
We always want to give back more than we take from the planet. This means that each time you choose to buy from us, you are also choosing to give back to the world.
Real stories from customers
Discover why thousands of customers trust MacKinnon Watches to celebrate their Scottish heritage with authentic craftsmanship.
Everything You Need to Know
Quick answers to your questions
Yes! We ship worldwide with tracked delivery. UK orders enjoy free shipping, and delivery times:
UK: 1-5 working days
Europe: 3-9 working days
USA: 5-14 working days
Rest of the World: 5-21 working days
Approximately 3-5 weeks after placing your order, we will dispatch your Custom Tartan item. This is due to the time taken to source your woven tartan from the Scottish mills and weavers.
Nowadays, tartans are universally worn by anyone and have significance unrelated to clans. There are many different tartans that commemorate geographical locations, significant events, specific people etc.
We help you discover your perfect tartan! Whether it's your clan name, a location meaningful to you, or simply colours you love - there's a tartan for everyone. Contact us for personalised guidance.
All of our tartan comes from Scotland. We get all of our tartans directly from Scottish mills and ancient weavers of tartan that have manufactured tartans in Scotland for many years.
Yes, we can use any tartan for the strap as long as it is available and manufactured for public use within Scotland. We will always do our best to find your tartan.
Absolutely! Send us your tartan choice and we'll show you examples of previous watches with similar patterns.
Yes all straps are adjustable, even our stainless steel straps can be adjusted at home to fit your wrist size.
Absolutely! Add leather imprint to your strap (up to 9 characters), or choose your clan's specific tartan pattern.
Many people choose to have a date for an anniversary, wedding or birthday.
We offer 28-day returns on all standard items. Custom and personalised pieces are made specifically for you and aren't eligible for returns.
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