EUROWATCH OC buys, sells and trades the Rolex Milgauss at our Newport Beach showroom. Rolex discontinued the Milgauss in 2023, so the secondary market is the only place to buy one now. We handle the 116400GV with its green crystal, the 116400, and the vintage 1019. Every Milgauss is authenticated in-house. Call 949-994-0114 or browse our Rolex inventory.
The Rolex Milgauss: a short history
Rolex built the Milgauss for scientists and engineers working around strong magnetic fields, including researchers at CERN. Reference 6541 arrived in 1956 with a soft-iron shield around the movement rated to 1,000 gauss, which is where the name comes from. The 1019 ran from the 1960s to the late 1980s. After a long break, Rolex brought the Milgauss back in 2007 as the 116400, with an orange lightning-bolt seconds hand. The 116400GV added a green-tinted sapphire crystal, the only one Rolex has made. Rolex discontinued the line in 2023.
Milgauss references
| Reference | Crystal | Dial | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| 116400GV | Green sapphire | Black or Z-Blue | 2007 to 2023 |
| 116400 | Clear sapphire | Black or white | 2007 to mid-2010s |
| 1019 | Acrylic | Silver or black | 1960s to late 1980s |
| 6541 | Acrylic | Honeycomb | 1956 to around 1960 |
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Buy, sell or trade a Milgauss
Buying: the 116400GV is the one most buyers want, and we check every example for originality, crystal condition and correct dial, then time the movement before sale at 3388 Via Lido Ave. Selling: we pay the same day, papers or not. See Sell My Rolex. Trading: a Milgauss is a natural trade toward an Explorer or another Rolex sports watch.
Does the Milgauss hold its value since it was discontinued?
Discontinuation has firmed up interest, particularly in the Z-Blue 116400GV. It hasn't produced the jump some owners expected. Clean full-set examples hold value well. Speculation about a new Milgauss for the model's 70th anniversary in 2026 came to nothing at Watches and Wonders. If that changes, it would move the market either way. For dated ranges, see our Rolex price guide. This is not financial advice.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Rolex Milgauss discontinued?
Yes. Rolex discontinued the Milgauss in 2023. It's now available only on the secondary market, and EUROWATCH OC buys and sells it in Newport Beach.
Will the Milgauss go up in value now that it's discontinued?
Interest has firmed, especially for the Z-Blue 116400GV, but there hasn't been a big jump. Clean full-set examples hold value well. This is not financial advice.
Z-Blue or black dial: which is worth more?
The Z-Blue 116400GV generally commands more than the black-dial GV, and both trade above the clear-crystal 116400.
How much is my Milgauss worth?
Reference, dial, condition and papers all matter. Call EUROWATCH OC at 949-994-0114 for a same-day offer.
What replaced the Milgauss?
Nothing directly. Rolex hasn't released a new Milgauss as of October 2026. The Air-King is the closest current Rolex in spirit, with its magnetic shielding history and bold dial.
Visit EUROWATCH OC
EUROWATCH OC, 3388 Via Lido Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92663. Call 949-994-0114 or browse all Rolex watches.