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ED209 seeks community advice on choosing between the Rolex Yacht-Master 116622 and the Milgauss, or even an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Diver. His post details his initial impressions of each Rolex model, focusing on design elements, materials, and how they fit his wrist, providing a relatable dilemma for collectors.
Anyway, the original watch I’m considering is a Audemars
Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Diver. It’s a
watch I’ve seriously thought about for the past few months and wasn’t really
looking at anything else. But while I
was at the AD with my friend we started looking at all the models of
Rolex. The AD had a large selection and
very shortly I was asking the sales rep to show me a few Rolexes. The first was the Rolex Yacht Master 116622 with the blue dial. It's been on the back of my mind ever since iim7v7im7 posted his initial impressions of his Rolex ( Please click here )
The second watch I requested to see was the Rolex Milgauss 116400GV. I was intrigued by the green tinted sapphire
crystal and I liked the color contrast of the orange seconds’ hand. The Milgauss case is also 40mm but when I
tried it on it somehow felt a little smaller when compared to the Yacht Master. Maybe it was the thinner polished concave shaped bezel. Weight
wise I could not really feel too much of a difference between the two
Rolexes. The dial was interesting with
the thicker orange colored hour markers at the 3, 6, and 9 o’clock
positions. I also liked the simpler look
of the Milgauss without a date when compared to the Yacht Master with the Cyclops
date.
But now with the recent news from Baselworld 2014 Rolex novelties the new Milgauss with the blue dial and green glass might be yet another one to consider.
Not sure what I’m going to do; wait till later in the year to see a side by side comparison with the two Milgauss and also compare it to the blue Yacht Master; or just simply pick up the AP Royal Oak Offshore Diver that I had original planned. Any thoughts from my fellow Purists?
Regards,
ED-209
The Rolex Milgauss reference 116400 is notable for its resistance to magnetic fields, a characteristic that distinguishes it within the Oyster Perpetual line. This particular reference, introduced in 2007, marked a return for the Milgauss model after a hiatus, reintroducing a watch designed for professionals working in environments with strong magnetic interference. It is recognized for its clean aesthetic and technical purpose, appealing to those who value both form and function in a tool watch.
This model features a 40mm Oyster case crafted from 904L stainless steel, known for its corrosion resistance. It houses the Rolex Caliber 3131, an automatic movement equipped with a Parachrom hairspring and a paramagnetic escape wheel, contributing to its anti-magnetic properties. The watch is fitted with a smooth stainless steel bezel and a sapphire crystal, ensuring durability and legibility. It offers a power reserve of approximately 48 hours and is water-resistant to 100 meters.
The 116400 is a significant reference for collectors interested in Rolex's technical innovations and its history of producing specialized watches. It was available with a black dial and a distinctive orange lightning bolt seconds hand, a design cue from earlier Milgauss models. This reference represents a period of renewed focus on the Milgauss line, preceding the introduction of the green sapphire crystal variant, and is appreciated for its straightforward execution and engineering.
I am also a big Lover of the Yachtmaster, which is very original, too, but less " mad "... The YM is easier to wear on a daily basis, I think. But you can't go wrong with any of these two... Best, Nicolas
Thanks Nicolas, the craziness of the green glass, black dial and orange hand is what attracted me to the watch. It's different from other Rolexes. But the Yacht Master with the blue dial is just so nice. And to make the choice more difficult we have the new recently introduced blue dialed green glass Milgauss. Hmmm, I'll have to think more about it. Regards, ED-209
As originally planned (unless you changed your mind). And then wait till later this year to compare the Rolexes with the 2014 novelties esp the new Milgauss (which looks extremely interesting with blue dial, which you like and a green glass). The new Milgauss may be just what you like with the combination of the Milgauss features with a blue dial. Let us know what you decide on in the end. All the best! :) Cheers Robin
One thing I need to check is if the AP ROO diver is compatible with the original style rubber strap with deployant. That fits me better than the new tang buckle. Will keep you posted on what I end up getting. Regards, ED-209
Yacht Master. I am a diver and Yacht Master can be taken to any depth one can dive with normal equipment. For me the Yacht Master is a Gentleman Submariner. An AD checked one in the pressure machine and 300 m was not a problem. Best, Kari
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