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Rolex Milgauss, ref. 116400GV, Intense Black Dial, 2016

DocumentedDocumented from a dealer's listing; attribution and date as stated by the dealer.
Maker / attribution
Rolex (maker)
Date
2016
Country of origin
Switzerland
Object type
Wristwatch
Dimensions
Case 40 mm
Stock no.
vws2304
Credit line
Dealer listing, Vintage Watch Specialist (vws2304)
Catalogue title (original)
Rolex Milgauss - Model Ref: 116400GV - Intense Black Dial - 2016 - Unworn - Full Set and Still in Stickers***NOW SOLD*** (English)

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Record summary

Catalogued by Vintage Watch Specialist (dealer), United Kingdom (stock number vws2304), this is a wristwatch by Rolex, made in Switzerland, dated 2016. The Atlas places it in the Contemporary Horology period (2010 – Present) of its Wristwatches collection. Recorded dimensions: Case 40 mm. The record is illustrated with 6 photographs.

Assembled from the source record's structured fields. Dates and attributions are given as the source states them; where a field is missing the Atlas leaves it blank rather than estimating.

Catalogue description

Dealer description — Vintage Watch Specialist

We Are Sorry But This Watch Is Now Sold - If However You Are Looking To Buy Or Sell Something Similar Then Please Email Sales@Vintagewatchspecialist.Com Or Whatsapp/Call +44 7831 454658. Thanks A Stunning 2016 Rolex Milgauss 116400GV, with Intense Black Dial and Zesty Orange Accents in Mint Unworn Condition. Sold as a Complete Set with Original Box, Papers and Purchase Receipt, and Still in Factory Stickers! The name Milgauss is a word created by Rolex, Mil comes from Mille, French for 1000, and Gauss, a unit of measurement of magnetic fields. The Rolex Milgauss is a watch designed by Rolex to withstand high levels of electromagnetism, originally designed for scientists and other professionals. Created in 1956, it can withstand magnetic fields of up to 1,000 gauss. Hence its name, “mille”, which is French for one thousand. The first watch of its kind, the Milgauss combines unique aesthetics and scientific heritage. Over time, the Milgauss has remained true to its scientific heritage and distinctive aesthetics. With its evocative orange seconds hand, shaped like a lightning bolt, inspired by the original model, combined with clean lines, the watch is very recognisable. What’s On Offer A handsome looking watch indeed, this 2016 model in unworn mint condition, partially stickered, is sold with the original box, papers and purchase receipt. A great-looking watch with plenty of charisma, the intense black dial is set off perfectly by the synonymous lightning bolt seconds hand and zesty orange accents. A real all-rounder, the Milgauss transitions seamlessly from the everyday wearer, to evening and dress wear - a watch for all occasions and most certainly a head turner. At 40mm this watch is a nice size and wears very comfortably. We really like the Milgauss, a long over-looked reference turned into this years must have - we are happy to see it has had an upturn in popularity. These watches are becoming more and more sought-after and certainly have a fan base beyond the science lab walls - time to invest? We think so, especially as this is a discontinued dial configuration and has clear glass, find another unworn one like this! Additional information Made from Case: Stainless Steel Dial: Black Crystal: Clear Sapphire Bracelet: Stainless Steel Technical specifications Winding: Automatic Movement Type: Mechanical Calibre: 3131 Jewels: 31j Waterproof: 100m Power reserve: 48hrs Purchase details Condition: Mint, unworn, partially stickered Model Reference: 116400GV Date of issue: November 2016 Dimensions Width (without crown): 40mm Lug width: 20mm Lug height: (lug to lug) 48.5mm Wrist size: Full Bracelet

Historical context

Contemporary Horology (2010 – Present)

Silicon components, connected watches, optical-lattice research clocks and a thriving independent scene.

Smartwatches became the world's best-selling watches, while mechanical watchmaking focuses on craft, innovation (silicon components, new escapements) and independent makers.

Read the period in the timelineMore wristwatches from this periodEarlier: Mechanical Renaissance

Atlas type guide

Wristwatches

Bracelet watches were worn by women from the early nineteenth century — Breguet made one for Caroline Murat, Queen of Naples, in 1810–12 — but the wristwatch only became a man's instrument with military use and aviation in the early twentieth century. Between the World Wars it overtook the pocket watch; the 1920s and 1930s brought rectangular Art Deco cases, water-resistant cases and the first automatic winding systems.

After 1945 the wristwatch became a carrier of identity — dress watches, sports and dive watches, chronographs, calendars — produced by Swiss, American, Japanese, German, Soviet and Chinese industries. The quartz revolution after 1969 and the mechanical renaissance since the 1990s, including the rise of independent watchmakers, complete the story.

What to look for

  • The reference number (between the lugs or inside the case back) and serial number, the starting point for dating.
  • The calibre: its maker and number are often stamped under the dial or on the bridge.
  • Originality of dial, hands and crown — refinished ('redial') dials are common.
  • Case material marks: 18K/750, 14K/585, stainless steel, gold-filled, plated.

Dating clues

  • Wire-lug cases: before c. 1925.
  • Water-resistant screw-down cases: from 1926.
  • Quartz movements: from 1969; sapphire crystals widespread after c. 1980.

General guidance written by the Atlas editors about this kind of object. It is not a statement about this particular piece; for that, rely on the source record above and on physical examination.

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