RolexMilgauss

The 1950s was a period of rapid technological and scientific discovery in which increasing numbers of engineers and technicians were exposed to magnetic fields during their work. This particularly affected their wristwatches’ timekeeping. In 1956 however, Rolex created the first Milgauss, a watch designed to withstand magnetic interference by using a special shield to protect the movement.

Despite its special features, the line was discontinued in 1988. Then, in 2007, Rolex revisited their “scientist’s watch.” This example, reference 116400GV from 2010, features several new technological advances. There’s a magnetic alloy Parachrom-Blu hairspring, finer than a human hair, that’s resistant to magnetic fields and ten times more resistant to shocks.

The case is made of 904L polished stainless steel, generally used in aerospace and chemical industries, where corrosion resistance is essential. As with all Rolex Oyster cases, the Milgauss is water-resistant up to 100 meters (330 feet).

The evocative lightning bolt seconds hand and green scratchproof crystal are unique to the Milgauss. Inside beats the calibre 3131, a self-winding mechanical chronometer rated movement.

Showing only light signs of wear and serviced in 2016, this lot comes with a Rolex box, guarantee card and swing tags.

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