Detrash has built a reputation for sustainable and design-driven tool watches, with much of their lineup focused on robust divers. Now, the brand takes a bold step in a new direction with the introduction of two models that mark their first non-diver releases: the McQ: Salmon and the Dark Night. Both watches lean into minimalist, dress-oriented aesthetics while continuing Detrash’s strong sustainability ethos. This expansion signals not only design versatility but also a commitment to elevating eco-conscious watchmaking into more refined segments.

A Step Beyond the Diver

Until now, Detrash’s identity has been closely tied to dive watches, making this launch particularly significant. By moving into slimmer, more elegant silhouettes, the brand demonstrates a willingness to diversify while maintaining the same core philosophy: accessible pricing, sustainable materials, and limited-batch production. The McQ: Salmon and Dark Night are united by their dimensions, movements, and eco-friendly details, but each carries its own distinct character.

Both watches are powered by the Miyota 9039 automatic movement, visible through transparent exhibition case backs. The no-date configuration helps keep the watches impressively slim. Sustainability extends to the straps as well: both models feature BeerSkin®, a material derived from Budweiser’s beer production waste, lined with corn-based nubuck.

The McQ: Salmon – Vintage Inspirations with Modern Sustainability

The McQ: Salmon pays tribute to mid-century icons while embedding Detrash’s unique design DNA. Its name is a nod to Steve McQueen, referencing his Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox worn in The Thomas Crown Affair. The model also integrates stylistic cues from the Universal Genève Polerouter and the timeless Patek Philippe Calatrava, resulting in a watch that feels both familiar and fresh.

The case measures 38mm in diameter and is crafted from 80% recycled stainless steel, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to sustainability. At only 8mm thin (10.6mm with glass), the McQ is impressively slim, especially for a modern automatic watch, and well-suited to more formal settings. A domed crystal adds vintage flair, while twisted lugs provide a subtle design twist.

The real highlight is the salmon-colored dial, a hue that has become increasingly popular among collectors for its warmth and versatility. The minimalist layout ensures that the dial remains the focus, striking a balance between elegance and readability.

The Dark Night – A Stealthier Counterpart

While the McQ: Salmon leans into classic refinement, the Dark Night explores a more contemporary, stealthy look. It shares the same case dimensions—38mm diameter, 8mm thickness, and 80% recycled stainless steel construction—but here the steel is given a sleek black DLC coating.

The Dark Night can be seen as the slim, “little brother” to Detrash’s best-selling Gotham’s Vigilante. While the Vigilante had a different dial design and was a diver, the Dark Night retains the same striking color scheme, translating the brand’s signature aesthetic into a slimmer, more dress-oriented format.

The dial is equally pared back but accented with yellow Super-LumiNova lume and a contrasting yellow seconds hand, adding a touch of sportiness to the otherwise minimal design. The result is a watch that feels modern and bold while still understated in size and proportions.

Final Thoughts

At £445 each, the McQ: Salmon and Dark Night are positioned competitively within the entry-level mechanical watch market. Given their sustainable materials, slim proportions, and unique design inspirations, they represent strong value for collectors looking for something distinctive outside of the typical diver format.

The release of the McQ: Salmon and Dark Night marks an important milestone for Detrash. By moving away from its core diver lineup, the brand shows its ability to reinterpret design cues from vintage dress watches and modern minimalism through its sustainable lens.

Specs, Pricing & Availability

Brand: Detrash

Models: McQ: Salmon, Dark Night

Dial: Salmon-tone sunburst, Black with yellow lume and accents

Lume: Super-LumiNova (yellow on Dark Night)

Case Material: 80% recycled stainless steel (polished/brushed for Salmon, DLC-coated for Dark Night)

Diameter: 38mm

Thickness: 8mm (10.6mm with glass)

Crystal: Domed

Case Back: Exhibition, individually numbered

Water Resistance: 100m

Strap/Bracelet: BeerSkin® with corn nubuck lining

Lug Width: 20mm

Movement: Automatic

Calibre: Miyota 9039

Power Reserve: ~42 hours

Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds

Price: £445

Availability: Pre-order now, shipping early December 2025

Limited Edition: No, individually numbered, small-batch production