Why The Milgauss Z-Blue Broke Rolex Records
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- Опубликовано: 10 сен 2024
- Anna reviews Rolex's showstopping and fan-favorite Milgauss Z-Blue. Even before the Rolex Daytona spiked second-hand prices, this Milgauss was hitting premiums on the aftermarket.
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Today, Anna dives into the Rolex Milgauss Z-Blue, a showstopping watch that managed to see some serious aftermarket premiums.
The original Milgauss was designed to solve the problem of magnetism affecting mechanical watches in the 1956, using a shield around the movement to divert magnetic fields. The reference was the 6543, and it featured a rotating bezel, dauphine hands, and a black honeycomb dial. The 1019 in 1960 was a wholly new design, and then in 1988 the Milgauss essentially died. It took until 2007 for the watch to reenter the brand's lineup, featuring the signature, fan favorite lightning bolt seconds hand.
Then, in 2014, the Z-Blue entered the market, and started trading above retail almost instantly. But why? Well, it's arguably one of the most fun, unique Rolex models to come out ever, with the blue color scheme, the orange lightning bolt second hand, and a green tinted crystal. It's powered by the 3131 movement, a no-date option, housed in a polished 40mm case which made it incredibly versatile for a range of wrists. And because of all of these features, the end result is something absolutely incredible that fans of the brand couldn't get enough of.
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This is THE watch that got me back into watches in general 6 years ago. It was my Rolex grail since the first time I saw it.. I am truly happy to say as of last Friday I have obtained it!!!
Update please? Still loving it?
@@benohanlon yep, wore it today :)
I found a 2017 unworn condition Z Blue for 9950, it's supposed to come today!
@@nayil100 be extremely careful on that.. that's basically dealer prices, but if everything turns out good, nice
@@law4853 Yes brother, thank you for your concern and advice. I got it and it's mint!
Super awesome review, Anna. Thank you! I knew when I first saw the Z-Blue, years ago, I wanted it. And I started saving and saving because I’m no hedge fund manager! Just a dude. Beyond really digging the “WHAT the-” color scheme, I knew it was, for most Rolex fans, a true left turn outlier- which immediately made it even more attractive to me. Why follow the flock when you can be your OWN shepard? Baaaaaah! (Cue sheep sound.) Sure I’ve always privately and embarssingly drooled over a Sub, but how many Subs do I see- even on the subWAY (back when we rode the subway!) So many. And how many of them are fake? Who the hell knows. The fakes are so damn scarily spot-on these days. With the Z-Blue, at least it isn’t a particularly popular model among most- which made it rarer since fewer folks were buying it, and it seems to be pretty hard for the counterfeiters to recreate, especially that sapphire crystal and zirconium dial. I’ve seen some fakes, and man do they suck! So I saved & saved, kept popping into various AD’s here in NYC- and as luck would have it, after 2 years of no luck- but still fun to go in and ask- they had just put a Z-Blue in the display case. HOO HAH. (Al Pacino.) It’s mine, and when I look at it, straight on, and from the side...I’m still in awe of its beauty and uniqueness. “Holy crap. I own this thing? Me?! WHAT the-“. :)
Inspiring story! So glad you got your beauty. It is a looker and unique. Hope you are still enjoying this cool piece.
😀
I own it and love it - total future classic
Same, the dial has me staring when I check the time
As much as I like the Milgauss I have to say the Omega Seamaster Railmaster in my opinion is a better watch when it comes to an aesthetic point of view, but in a debate of specs the Railmaster blows the Milgauss out of the water as it has 15000 gauss rating vs the 1000 gauss rating of the Milgauss. I hope that Rolex ups their game in the anti magnetic game especially because Omega is making almost all of their watches anti magnetic.
i think rolex since 2000 uses parachrome hairspring and since 2014 they move to silicon. although the milgauss and railmaster uses faraday cage for its casing, the rest of the lineup that uses parachome and silicon hairspring adds a significant resistance to magnetic field
Yeah. But it’s an omega. I had an aquaterra....wore the Millgauss so I sold it. ..I have a globe master.....prefer the Millgauss...likely will sell globe. Never will sell the milly.
Lol
@Madeline Monahan youre the only one that cares what you think or what the omega does.
so what happened to Anna?
It is cool to just see Anna! They need to make more videos with Anna.
Did she leave fully or something cause I don’t see her in any other video’s anymore
@@stephendavis3710 I think she left the channel
I have the milgauss with the green crystal and black dial (got it in 2012). In addition to the features discussed in the video, it keeps EXCELLENT time.
Great video Anna! The Rolex milgauss is my Grail watch! I never really considered owning a Rolex, I'm more partial to Omega, but when I first saw the milgauss, with the blue dial and the green tint crystal, I fell in love with it. Keep up the great content, and I will keep saving my allowance for the Z- blue!
The Z-Blue is the coolest Rolex ever made and probably the only one I'll ever own. This is the only watch in the Rolex lineup that isn't a complete snoozefest.
Finally someone said it. Thank you!
A former coworker let me try on this model and I absolutely loved it. I’m not a Rolex fanboy and tend to prefer Omega Seamaster Divers, Aqua Terras but this is one Rolex I would consider.
Same here. Seems to be the Rolex for non Rolex fans lol
Great video and miss her so much! Bring her back!
Love my Z-Blue Milgauss!
I’ve had the z-blue Milgauss since 2016. It’s a no frills technical watch with a lot of interesting design cues. I would love to see a reissue of the Milgauss 6543 featuring a honeycomb dial. Very well made and informative video Anna!!!
How’s it held up? My hesitation is all the polished surfaces. 904 steel catches all the scratches
Can someone tell me when the channel changed? We had her, rollie on more often, and watch exhibition videos, and now its like a 20-30 min podcast; which is fine, im just curious as to what happened.
Thinking the same. Is this the last video with her
I bought one this year jan, and fell in love wit it immediately
The milgauss z blue is a most beautiful dial I ever see on rolex,definitely get for in my collection.
"Gauss being the unit of measurement of magnetic fields". Gauss is the unit of measure of magnetic FLUX DENSITY, not a unit of measurement of a "magnetic field" as you put it. While magnetic flux density is inherent in any magnetic field, what you said made no sense :)
The best review I watched about this watch, I can tell you that I’m a big fan of the milgauss and I searched for months this video, congrats !!! 🎊🎉👌🏽
I liked the video, great content. Milgaus z blue is one of Rolex's best, absolutely.
I thought Daytona's always were hard to get and traded over retail, at least for the last 25 years?, love the Z blue
Matthew Dale Well yes but it was certainly ahead of the GMT, Sub, Skydweller in terms of being worth well over list. Also before the Daytona started changing hands for twice retail.
Bought my Z Blue at an AD with a 20% discount several years ago. It has nearly doubled in the price I paid.
I love your vids, Anna. (way cooler than Christian)
Wonder why? lol
@@Bilderburger I hope you're not suggesting I'm perving over Anna. I think she has a less pedestrian mind. I enjoy her innovative ideas and how she shares her knowledge.
David Thom less girl size cartier would be my guess lol
@@davidthom7127 agree!!
David Thom 😂
Z blue is one of the topmost beautiful Rolex watches there is, and maybe ever. Great review.
Just picked up one at the AD yesterday. It’s a lot of fun. (And more important a rarity to find in an AD so had to pick it up! Lol.).
Z-blue Milgauss has a fascinating dial but it is pointless to like and go after any Rolex anymore since they are only avaliable at grey dealers for 2x 3x prices. Dumbness…
Just like the new Air King 👑 makes no sense, but is super cool
More videos Anna!
Once I tried it on my wrist I never took it off. I just love my Z-blue Milgauss
2007 : Rolex brings back the Milgauss, 2023 : Rolex kills Milgauss again.
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THANK YOU,
most people dont know that about the milgauss
Great video. I love my milgauss z-blue. It was my first Rolex, and it spoke to me as few other watches do. I can’t say I’ve ever seen an Omega that made me want it (and it’s not for lack of trying!). But the Rolex Z-blue Milgauss had me ensnared right away.
I’ve been waiting so long for T&H to review the z-blue 😭 yay! Thanks 👏👏
Yay to having Anna back!
Can’t wait to see your guys thoughts on the new Rolex 124300 Oyster Perpetual 41 with the silver sunray dial .🥃
Good recitation of the history of the Milgauss.
Lucky i got my z blue last year and at an 18% discount
How did you get a discount?
@@Vortex He flexed his ego, threatened and impressed. It's not about the money, it's about the man. THE MAN.
Airport Duty free?
Of all Rolex Milgauss. I like the whote dial the best look clean and classy. White woth orange perfect combo.
Friday and Anna? Yes please!
I live inside a magnetron, and it’s great that keeping accurate time isn’t one of my problems
Most Omegas are way better protected from magnetic than Milgauss.
Loooove your energy! I get excited when Anna leads the videos! Definitely cool to see other women loving this hobby/lifestyle!
Anna is awesome. Welcome back. This was an awesome review!
We miss Anna !!!
Milgauss z blue is a stunning watch and my fav in my collection. Love the lightening hand, the crystal, all the 'Rolex' hidden here and there and the history behind it. You have to see it in person:)
Another great video! Absolutely love those vintage ones and hope Rolex changes the aesthetic of the new ones sometime on the future!
2014, as much as I remember already almost impossible to get a Daytona for retail at an AD and had to pay extra premium for pre owned. So not sure if you’re correct here. The milgauss is a beauty though!
I’m sure I missed it..but what happened to Anna? I miss seeing her on videos. Great energy
Great vid! Will be interesting to see what happens September 1 😬
Milgauss has always had a way of being weirdly cool IMO...whether or not you deal w/ magnetism in daily life...
As a Rolex collector and previous owner of the Z-blue: The green sapphire and blue dial is very VERY nice. But the case thickness made me fall out of love with the watch. And as a daily wearer, the case and the center link is also too much of a scratch magnet... But again, depends on the role of the watch in your collection. Great video :-)
Michael S agree with all of that, which makes me think a refresh may be on the cards 🤔
Agree with that.....makes a cool dress watch
Yeah, it’s a scratch magnet
Had the opportunity to get one last week new from my AD, but I was out of town so I wouldn’t have been able to try it on wrist. My wrist is 6.75 and ultimately my understanding of the additional heft, as well as the polish made me decide to pass. Currently I’m heart set on an explorer for a daily. Glad to see this is a common thread.
Matthew my wrist is 6.75, it was ok on my wrist although I’d have preferred an explorer
Just picked one up. This is a sure fire classic in the making
Is there some magic lighting theme going on in the studio?
The green crystal off the Milgauss is shining like kryptonite.
Love anna ❤️
You know your Rolex history! This is a great watch - I just got one - I love it! The most stunning Rolex you can buy. That saphire crystal and that blue face is just stunning.
Considering what electronics engineers make, they should release a precious metals option.
IS this Anna’s last video? Where’s she now?
The Z-Blue always looked cheap to me. Either the Blue dial or the Green crystal would've been enogh but both is just over the top and way too loud. The shades of Blue and Green shades really clash with each other. But the Black GV looks very handsome and subtly unique.
It's more than ironic that the Z Blue is both the anti-Rolex AND one of the most iconic Rolex designs ever released.
This video was the incredible! This was the most down to earth, practical, and informative description of tool watches I've ever seen on RUclips! More specifically, this was the best Milgauss description I've seen. I own the white dial version and it is My favorite watch in my collection. Great Job Anna!
the black GV is better: much much more versatile what ever is the color of the suit (even black) or in casual.
I'm a regular view of the channel and it has been a pleasure watching it develop.
It's wonderful to see both Christine and Anne are now presenting on the channel as it shows that horology isn't something that is gender-specific. Anna's videos have ignited my fiancee's interest in horology and she is starting to enjoy wearing some of my vintage timepieces.
Keep up to quality content Theo & Harris team.
Look forward to the next video.
Stephen.
Beautiful watch, but I’m pretty sure Omega Co-Axial watches have more magnetic resistance so are more worth it on that spec.
Had the opportunity to get one of these from my AD last week, but would have had to be sight unseen as I was traveling. Such a conundrum, I’ve heard they are even more beautiful in person, but I’ve also seen they are a bit chunkier than what I am currently looking for (Explorer). Still wonder if I made the wrong decision by not grabbing it while I could.
This watch can prevent you from C19
I miss watching Anna, she did great Reviews. Anna Start your own channel, I will be subscriber #1.
Great content and production values.
I hate my Z Blue, it has single handedly scratched my watch buying itch and I no longer need to spend hours and hours deliberating over my next purchase.
Great Vid! But unfortunately I’m not a fan of this color way. If the Milgauss came out with a rotating Bezel and a white gold lightning bolt seconds hand and a honeycomb dial... I’d buy two! Lol
got it recently as my first rolex from an AD. it is great, i am missing a date though
I clicked in this video because of Anna in the thumbnail.
Bilderburger I think most people did 👌
A milgauss with a rotating bezel and a lightning hand would be pretty cool.
Anna, well done thoughtful video. I'd buy from you.
Thank you! ☺️
Yes this watch is very good looking but if you swap the stainless steel strap to a brown leather strap it looks even more stunning!!
Awesome, gonna pick-up mine tomorrow from AD so excited now! i'll unbox it on my channel too haha
where can I buy this?
Awesome watch!
More Anna please 😌
Great job on this video Anna I really appreciate your knowledge on the Rolex watches I’m general by the way can you review the Rolex r6694 the 1972 one I saw one the other day from a friend of mine so I just wanted to know more about this r6694 thank you so very much.
Fantastic video and excellent content ! Thanks 😊
I prefer my Railmaster Blue Jeans over the Rolex. I’ve owned several Rolexes before and have always found myself being self conscious about them. Especially for my age.
The Railmaster is discreet and perfect for my every day, but I’m not gonna lie, I’d love to have a Milgauss to just look at.
Hard to hear the intro music at the beginning.. not sure if it's supposed to sound that way or not
Awesome video, and I love my Z Blue!
This seiko 5 (SNKP21J1).... all Arabic dial the is awesome... I guess I know where my next stimulus check is going lol... chrono time
I prefer the black dial Milgauss. The blue is just a little too flashy for me.
I owned one, a scratch magnet and while the blue dial and green crystal are both amazing, they don’t seem to work together.
8 minute video that was supposed to review the z-blue Milgauss. Almost all of the first 6 minutes talking about the greatness of Rolex, at the 5:45 mark, finally starts talking about the z-blue Milgauss. No closeup pic till about the 6:30 mark where we get a hasty breakdown. In any event, I want the watch, it's the only Rolex I really have any intention of buying.
Anna!!!! 💙💙💙 Good review ! Until Wednesday! 😁🥃
That watch fits perfectly on your wrist and you wear it properly, not loose.
Anna. Would love you to review the jaeger LC sector dial master control. Want to buy it for my husband. Would love your thoughts before I pull the trigger. What a beautiful watch!
Makes me appreciate what I have so much more. Thank you.
The best milgauss video ever even though hardly got to see the watch. Looks good worn rather than shown!😘
Milly looks good on anna
Anna, you are very charming, and your approach to the information delivery is much better than Christian's.
Didn't realize earliest version of Milgauss had rotating bezel. Rolex shud bring that bezel back 4 the Milgauss. Shudve bot Rolex Turn O Graph when available
Its a cool watch but I don't understand people paying over retail. Not for a current issue rolex anyway.
my fav rolex
My mind is blown by the fact that this channel doesn't have more subscribers. These videos are so damn good.
Hey,
Sorry to say, but the Rolex Milgauss wasn't the first Anti-magnetic-gauss watch for scientists.
Anna glad to see you back but you are either 10 lbs heavier or that outfit adds some weight