Like you, I love the watch for what it is, and for what it represents. A real discreet and efficient tool watch. Especially with this rare dial configuration. Enjoy, mon ami. Best, Nicolas
The Rolex Milgauss Reference 1019 “CERN dial” occupies a unique place at the intersection of science, engineering, and horology. Created during the golden age of experimental physics, it was designed for scientists working in high-magnetic environments su
was made for CERN scientists in the late 60s. Instead of tritium, black enamel is used in order to be non-reactive. This is the purest expression of the 1019. A true scientists watch. I recently acquired an absolutely spectacular condition CERN 1019 that
I see many versions of this watch with either " - SWISS - " or " T SWISS T " but confused about the meaning. Late 60s 1019s should not be radium, but can't be tritium... so what is it on the hands and markers? Love the brushed silver as well.