Rolex Milgauss M116400GV Discontinued Anti-Magnetic Black Dial

The Watch That Resisted Magnetism

Born in 1956 for scientists and engineers working in high-interference environments, the Rolex Milgauss was created to keep perfect time where ordinary watches could not. Its name, drawn from the French mille for one thousand, pays tribute to its ability to withstand magnetic forces of up to 1,000 gauss—a purpose-built instrument for the age of laboratories, innovation, and discovery.

Engineered for the Magnetic Field

• Reference Number: M116400GV
• Anti-Magnetic Resistance: Up to 1,000 gauss
• Protective Inner Shield: Soft iron Faraday cage designed to safeguard the movement from magnetic interference
• Case: 40mm Oystersteel case
• Calibre: Self-winding mechanical movement, manufactured in-house
• Bracelet: Oystersteel Oyster bracelet
• Crystal: Signature green sapphire crystal (Glace Verte) with a subtle green glow at the edges
• Dial: Black dial for a clean, restrained scientific aesthetic
• Hands: Distinctive orange lightning-bolt seconds hand

A Legacy of Scientific Precision

The Milgauss stands apart as a Rolex with an intellectual heritage unlike any other, conceived not for the boardroom or the racetrack, but for the lab. For collectors who appreciate true purpose in design, it remains a symbol of Rolex’s enduring connection to science, progress, and the pioneers who shape the modern world.