Commodore

Named after Cornelius Vanderbilt, this piece connects directly to a legacy of ambition, control, and generational influence. That lineage ultimately led to the creation of Biltmore Estate - a symbol of vision and permanence in the very city where our brand was born. The Commodore reflects that origin: elevated, deliberate, and built to carry forward the spirit of Asheville, NC - where heritage, craftsmanship, and quiet power converge.

The Griffith Premier is a classic automatic dress watch designed around symmetry, balance, and timeless appeal. With its full calendar layout and integrated day/night complication, it reflects the elegance of traditional watchmaking while remaining accessible and wearable today.

This is a piece built for refinement — not trends.

Movement

At the heart of the watch is the ST1655 automatic movement, visible through the exhibition caseback, where engineering meets visual artistry.

Developed on a proven architecture inspired by the renowned Miyota 8215, the ST1655 is enhanced with a Seiko-style Magic Lever bi-directional winding system, delivering efficient and reliable power generation with every motion of the wrist.

A fully integrated calendar module powers a suite of complications, including:

• 24-hour subdial
• Day, date, and month display
• Day/night indicator

The movement is finished with traditional Côtes de Genève striping and complemented by a signed Griffith rotor, creating a dynamic interplay of form and function beneath the sapphire caseback.

Design

A clean, highly structured dial layout defines the Premier:

• Crisp white dial with applied rose-gold indices
• Subdials for calendar and 24-hour time
• Day/night complication at 6 o’clock
• Impact-Resistant Hardened Crystal
• 42mm rose-gold-plated stainless steel case

Paired with a brown crocodile-embossed leather strap and butterfly deployant clasp, delivering a polished and comfortable fit.

Why It Stands Out

• Full calendar complication with a 12-year date wheel, rarely found at this level
• Classic dress watch proportions with strong visual symmetry
• Exhibition caseback showcasing mechanical detail
• A refined offering from an independent brand with character

• Bracelet / Strap Options
  • Genuine leather strap

  Water Resistance
  50M Water Resistant - Built for everyday wear