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Rolex Milgauss

The Milgauss was built in 1956 for scientists at CERN, engineered to resist magnetic fields of 1,000 gauss when magnetism could stop an ordinary watch cold. Its orange lightning bolt seconds hand and green-tinted sapphire crystal made it the closest thing Rolex had to a cult watch. Rolex discontinued the Milgauss in 2023, and the market responded exactly as you would expect: prices firmed up and clean examples became harder to find. We stock black and Z-Blue dial references with the green crystal, each authenticated in-house. As discontinued sport models go, this one still has room to run.

Rolex Milgauss for Sale: 116400GV, 116400 & Vintage

The Rolex Milgauss is the scientist's Rolex, engineered in 1956 to withstand magnetic fields of 1,000 gauss (the "mille gauss" behind its name) for researchers at CERN and beyond. With its lightning-bolt seconds hand and green sapphire crystal, it's one of the most distinctive watches Rolex ever made, and since its discontinuation in 2023, one of the most collectible.

Our inventory covers the full Milgauss reference range: the vintage 6541 and 6543 (1956–1960) with rotating bezel and honeycomb dial, the long-running 1019 (1960–1988) in its clean scientific style, and the modern revival 116400 and 116400GV (2007–2023), including the black dial, white dial, and the Z-Blue dial with green-tinted "Glace Verte" crystal introduced in 2014. Explore its antimagnetic sibling in the Air-King collection or browse Oyster Perpetual.

Ships fully insured nationwide from our Oak Park, Michigan showroom via FedEx Hold for Pickup at your nearest FedEx location. Questions on a specific Milgauss? Call or text 248-422-0909 or reach us through our contact page.

Rolex Milgauss FAQ

How much does a Rolex Milgauss cost?

Pre-owned 116400 and 116400GV models typically run $7,500–$11,000, with Z-Blue dials at the top of the range. The vintage 1019 trades $20,000–$35,000 depending on dial, and the original 6541 is a six-figure grail when it surfaces.

Why was the Milgauss discontinued?

Rolex retired the Milgauss in 2023 after 16 years of the modern generation. Discontinuation immediately tightened supply, and the 116400GV Z-Blue in particular has seen strengthening demand since, following the classic pattern of discontinued Rolex sport models.

What makes the Milgauss antimagnetic?

A soft-iron Faraday cage surrounds the movement, shielding it from magnetic fields up to 1,000 gauss, far beyond a standard watch's tolerance. It was designed for scientists at CERN, who famously helped test it.

Is it safe to buy a used Rolex Milgauss online from My Watch LLC?

Yes. Every watch we sell goes through a rigorous multi-point inspection before it ever leaves our showroom: authentication by our in-house experts, timekeeping accuracy testing, and pressure testing to verify water resistance. My Watch LLC is a Chrono24 Certified dealer, an eBay Top Rated Seller, and a trusted seller on Reddit's Rolex community, with over 800 five-star Google reviews and nearly 300 Trustpilot reviews. We're not just an online storefront. We operate a physical showroom in Oak Park, Michigan, and we're happy to hop on FaceTime or a video call to show you any timepiece in hand before you buy. Every order ships fully insured via FedEx Hold for Pickup at your nearest FedEx location, so your watch is never left on a doorstep. Questions? Call or text 248-422-0909.

Do you buy and trade Milgauss watches?

Absolutely. With the model discontinued, we're actively buying clean 116400 and 116400GV examples. Start a quote on our Sell My Watch page, call or text 248-422-0909, or visit our Oak Park, Michigan showroom by appointment.

Complete Milgauss Reference Index

Vintage (1956–1988)

6541, 6543, 1019

Modern (2007–2023)

116400 (black and white dial), 116400GV (black and Z-Blue dial, green crystal)

Don't see your reference listed or in stock? Call or text 248-422-0909 or use our contact page and we can source nearly any Milgauss through our dealer network.