Rolex Milgauss 116400
Discontinued model in mint condition
History:
The 1950s brought a number of new developments in the Rolex catalog of tool watches including the GMT-Master II, the Submariner, and the Milgauss. Unlike the other Rolex tool watches for diving, the Milgauss was designed for scientists and to withstand magnetism.
A Brief History of The Rolex Milgauss
Originally launched in 1956, the Milgauss has seen a few changes over the years, but one thing remains the same – it boasts high anti-magnetism. The name itself comes from the French word for one thousand, ‘mille’, combined with the magnetic fields that it can withstand; 1,000 gauss.
Relaunch of the Milgauss
After being discontinued for almost 20 years, Rolex revived the model in 2007. This relaunch took design influence from both of the previous models, blending them into what we know today. The model features a smooth polished bezel, thick hour markers and hands, and brought back the lightning bolt seconds hand in bright orange.
Discontinued Black and White Dial Rolex Milgauss
Three versions were launched with this re-release reference 116400. There was a white or black dial with orange accents, and there was a special ‘Anniversary’ model released with a black dial and green-tinted crystal known as the Glace Verte (GV). The white dial and black dial clear-crystal versions of the Milgauss have since been discontinued.
Of course, technologies have changed over the years that the model was discontinued. Today, while there is still a shield protecting the movement, Rolex has equipped the model with a Parachrom-Blu hairspring, a magnetic alloy that is resistant to magnetic fields and extremely shock resistant. Because of this shield protecting the movement, the Milgauss is slightly thicker than other models.Rolex Milgauss 116400
$
11,133
Basic Info
Listing code IPJGU2
Brand Rolex
Model Milgauss
Reference number 116400
Dealer product code D3169
Movement Automatic
Case material Steel
Bracelet material Steel
Year of production 2012
Condition Very good (Worn with little to no signs of wear)
Scope of delivery Original box, original papers
Gender Men's watch/Unisex
Location France, TOULOUSE
Price €9,990 (= $11,133)
Availability Item is in stock
Caliber
Movement Automatic
Caliber/movement 3131
Base caliber Rolex 3131
Power reserve 48 h
Number of jewels 31
Case
Case material Steel
Case diameter 40 mm
Try it on
Water resistance 10 ATM
Bezel material Steel
Crystal Sapphire crystal
Dial Black
Dial numerals No numerals
Bracelet/strap
Bracelet material Steel
Bracelet color Steel
Clasp Fold clasp
Clasp material Steel
Discontinued model in mint condition
History:
The 1950s brought a number of new developments in the Rolex catalog of tool watches including the GMT-Master II, the Submariner, and the Milgauss. Unlike the other Rolex tool watches for diving, the Milgauss was designed for scientists and to withstand magnetism.
A Brief History of The Rolex Milgauss
Originally launched in 1956, the Milgauss has seen a few changes over the years, but one thing remains the same – it boasts high anti-magnetism. The name itself comes from the French word for one thousand, ‘mille’, combined with the magnetic fields that it can withstand; 1,000 gauss.
Relaunch of the Milgauss
After being discontinued for almost 20 years, Rolex revived the model in 2007. This relaunch took design influence from both of the previous models, blending them into what we know today. The model features a smooth polished bezel, thick hour markers and hands, and brought back the lightning bolt seconds hand in bright orange.
Discontinued Black and White Dial Rolex Milgauss
Three versions were launched with this re-release reference 116400. There was a white or black dial with orange accents, and there was a special ‘Anniversary’ model released with a black dial and green-tinted crystal known as the Glace Verte (GV). The white dial and black dial clear-crystal versions of the Milgauss have since been discontinued.
Of course, technologies have changed over the years that the model was discontinued. Today, while there is still a shield protecting the movement, Rolex has equipped the model with a Parachrom-Blu hairspring, a magnetic alloy that is resistant to magnetic fields and extremely shock resistant. Because of this shield protecting the movement, the Milgauss is slightly thicker than other models.
