At BQ Watches, we focus on offering carefully verified pre owned Rolex Milgauss watches, with each model undergoing a full authentication process, detailed servicing, and expert preparation before reaching you. Our dedicated team ensures that every watch meets the highest benchmarks of quality and dependability, giving you total assurance when buying your Milgauss in the UK.
Browse our rotating selection of used and pre owned Rolex Milgauss models, including rare earlier examples and sought after modern editions such as the 116400GV. Whether you’re drawn to the model’s scientific heritage, its magnetic resistance, or its standout design with the green tinted crystal and lightning bolt seconds hand, our curated inventory represents the very best of this iconic line. You can buy pre owned Rolex watches online or view them in our London showroom.
As a luxury watch house with over three decades of experience in the UK, BQ Watches offers a personalized way to acquire your Rolex Milgauss. Speak directly with seasoned horologists by phone, email, or in person. Enjoy rigorous authentication, even if your watch comes without a box or papers. Visit our permanent London showroom and settle purchases via instant bank transfer. Receive fully insured delivery up to £25,000, complete with complimentary returns and secure collection. Take advantage of competitive part exchange offers, transparent Rolex valuations, and immediate purchase options if you decide to sell, and you have the most assured destination for Rolex Milgauss.
Buying pre-owned is the best way to experience the unique character of the Milgauss while gaining exceptional value. It gives you access to discontinued references such as the 1019 and modern models like the 116400GV Z Blue, which are no longer available. Choosing a used Rolex Milgauss means avoiding retail premiums and long waiting lists, with immediate availability and insured UK delivery.
And when the time comes, BQ Watches makes it simple to sell your Milgauss back to us or exchange it for another model, ensuring complete flexibility throughout your ownership journey.
The worth of a used Rolex Milgauss is determined by condition, originality, and scarcity. Contrary to most luxury items, the Milgauss tends to hold its value or appreciation, making it a good option for investors and collectors both.
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The Rolex Milgauss, a subject of the broader Rolex Watches product line, was first introduced in 1956 and was designed for scientists and engineers who required a watch that could withstand strong magnetic exposure. Its name is derived from its key strength resistance to magnetic fields of up to 1,000 gauss.
Rolex did this by housing the movement inside a ferromagnetic protective shield, a solution that made the Milgauss stand out from other antimagnetic watches of the time. Working in association with CERN, Rolex tested the model under genuine laboratory conditions, solidifying its reputation as the ultimate tool watch for science and industry.
The Milgauss improved over the years with more robust movements, fresh case refinements, and unique design touches like the green sapphire crystal and the legendary lightning bolt seconds hand. By 2023, Rolex formally discontinued the Milgauss series, putting more demand on pre owned modern and vintage references. For collectors, the Milgauss holds a unique place within pre owned Rolex watches, offering a mix of rarity, innovation, and bold design that sets it apart from other Rolex tool watches.
Rolex Milgauss 116400GV (2007–present)
This iconic reference added Rolex's groundbreaking green sapphire crystal, providing the watch with its distinctive appearance. Complemented by the striking orange lightning bolt hand and driving the calibre 3131, the 116400GV pairs scientific utility with show-stopping fashion. Available in both Z Blue and black dials, it has emerged as the quintessential contemporary Milgauss, greatly sought after by collectors for its distinct personality and modern dependability.
All Rolex Milgauss watches are constructed around the rugged Oyster case, with water resistance up to 100 meters and magnetic protection up to 1,000 gauss. Dials come in black and Z Blue and bold green accents, with the orange lightning-bolt seconds hand lending the watch its immediately identifiable character.
The Milgauss is matched solely to the Rolex Oyster bracelet, designed in robust Oystersteel for extended use. The sizes have ranged from 38mm to 40mm cases, providing a fit that combines professional functionality with sophisticated every day style
Few Rolex models offer such a blend of technical strength and bold styling as the second hand Milgauss. Designed originally for scientists, its striking colours, unique details, and professional grade performance have made it a favourite for both men and women.
For men: the 40mm case and Z Blue or black dials create a bold, contemporary wrist presence.
For women: the Milgauss has grown in popularity as a unisex choice, with many appreciating its colourful lightning bolt design and versatile fit.
At BQ Watches, we maintain a diverse selection of pre owned Rolex Milgauss watches. Whether you’re looking for a rare vintage reference or a discontinued 116400GV, our team can also help you source your preferred Milgauss quickly and securely.
At BQ Watches, we go beyond selling and we also specialise in sourcing. If the Rolex Milgauss you’re looking for isn’t available in our stock, our London team can efficiently and securely track it down, making sure you receive the precise model you’ve been searching for.
