Rolex Milgauss
Anti-magnetic scientists' watch with lightning-bolt seconds.
Introduced
1956
Typical UK second-hand price
£7,000–£15,000
Key references
| Reference | Notes |
|---|---|
| 1019 | Vintage. |
| 116400GV | Green crystal. |
About the Rolex Milgauss
Introduced in 1956 for scientists, the Milgauss resists magnetic fields of 1,000 gauss thanks to a soft-iron shield. Its orange lightning-bolt seconds hand is distinctive. Discontinued in 2023.
Every reference by generation
| Reference | Years | Size | Calibre | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6541 | 1956–1960 | 38 mm | 1065M | Honeycomb dial; extremely rare. |
| 1019 | 1960–1988 | 38 mm | 1580 | Straight seconds hand. |
| 116400GV | 2007–2023 | 40 mm | 3131 | Green 'Glace Verte' sapphire. |
Dial and face variations
- Z-blue
- Electric blue with green crystal (2014).
Collectible versions
Vintage 6541.
What to check before buying
- Green-tinted crystal on GV models.
Serial number on Rolex: Older watches carry the serial between the lugs at 6 o'clock. From around 2005–2008 it moved to the rehaut (inner bezel ring), engraved and visible through the crystal.
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