Originally created for engineers and scientists working around powerful equipment, the Rolex Milgauss has become a favourite among collectors who want a standout Rolex with real heritage. Our pre-owned Milgauss watches are carefully authenticated before listing, and can be purchased outright or with 0% finance over 12 months, plus additional interest-bearing options from 24 to 60 months, subject to status.
The Rolex Milgauss was introduced in the 1950s for engineers and scientists who needed a watch that could keep accurate time in environments with strong magnetic fields. Its internal shielding, green-tinted sapphire crystal on later references and orange lightning bolt seconds hand give it a character that stands apart from other Rolex sports models.
With the modern references now discontinued, many collectors see the Milgauss as an interesting choice for long-term ownership and as part of a wider collection.
Pre-owned Rolex Milgauss prices vary depending on the reference, dial colour and condition. On the secondary market in the UK, Rolex Milgauss prices typically range from around £8,350 for a standard crystal 116400 through to £10,500 for a well-preserved green crystal 116400GV.
Because the Milgauss is no longer in production, the pre-owned market is the only route to ownership, and condition carries more weight here than on currently produced models.
| Reference | Pre-Owned Price Range |
|---|---|
| Milgauss 116400 (standard crystal) | From around £8,350 |
| Milgauss 116400GV (green crystal) | From around £9,000 |
The ref. 116400 uses a standard clear sapphire crystal and is available with black or white dials. It represents the more accessible entry point into the Milgauss collection, with pre-owned examples starting from around £8,350. The white-dial version is considered rarer and tends to command a small premium over the black-dial version within this reference.
The ref. 116400GV is the version most associated with the Milgauss today. Its distinctive green sapphire crystal, produced using a proprietary technique, is the watch’s most recognisable visual feature, alongside the lightning-bolt seconds hand.
Available with black or blue dials, pre-owned examples start from around £9,000, with the blue dial typically fetching a premium over the black across the market. Both variants carry the same antimagnetic specification; the difference is purely in appearance.
The choice between standard and green crystal is the clearest price divider in the collection. Within the 116400GV, dial colour plays a meaningful role, with blue dials generally dictate a higher price than black across comparable examples.
Because the Milgauss is discontinued, condition, originality and production year all carry particular weight. Well-preserved cases with unpolished lugs and original dials attract strong interest, while later examples produced closer to the model’s discontinuation often command higher prices. The difference between an excellent example and a heavily worn one can be significant.
The original box and papers will also increase the value of a Milgauss, particularly as replacement sets are no longer available.
Chronofinder offers flexible finance options on pre-owned Rolex Milgauss watches, subject to status. You can spread the cost over 12 months at 0% APR, or choose a longer term from 24 to 60 months at 11.9% APR Representative. Finance is provided by Novuna Personal Finance, part of Mitsubishi HC Capital UK PLC. Chronofinder acts as a credit broker, not a lender.
For full details on finance eligibility and terms, visit our Finance FAQs page.
If you would like a more focused view of men’s models, you can also explore our wider Men’s Rolex watches collection or the full Rolex model range for other pieces to sit alongside a Milgauss.
