Rolex Oyster Perpetual Milgauss Ref. 116400 GV

Technical characteristics

Type

Self-winding anti-magnetic wristwatch

Maker

Rolex

Movement

Caliber 3131

Condition

Very good

Reference

116400 GV

Dimensions

40 mm width

Case Material

Stainless steel

Serial Number

V 545 825

Place recorded

Switzerland

Retail History

Retailed in Istanbul, Turkey

Maker / attribution

Rolex

Design

Case and Dial

The watch is housed in a tonneau-shaped stainless steel case, which measures 40 mm in width and approximately 48.6 mm in height. It features curved lugs and an inclined bezel. The watch is water-resistant and includes a screwed case-back, which bears engraved branding and model designations. The dial is black with centre-seconds, complemented by luminous indices and orange accents, most notably the characteristic lightning-bolt seconds hand. A unique feature of this reference is the green-tinted sapphire crystal, which is visible at the edge of the dial. The auction description notes that the case is in very good condition, though it displays slight scratching. The dial is classified as being in 'as new' condition. The bracelet is a stainless steel Rolex Oyster style, secured with a deployant clasp.

Visible features

• Lightning-bolt seconds hand in orange • Green-tinted crystal perimeter • Signed Rolex Oyster bracelet with deployant clasp • Case-back engraved with 'ROLEX OYSTER' and 'MILGAUSS'

Provenance and Documentation

According to the accompanying documentation, the watch was originally retailed by Rhodium in Istanbul, Turkey. The sale occurred on November 16, 2009. The watch is offered as a full set, including the original fitted box and outer box, as well as the instruction booklet and the hang tag. The reference number 116400 GV identifies this specific variant of the Milgauss series. The serial number recorded for this case is V 545 825. All provided provenance and accessory information relies on the inclusion of the original certificate.

Movement and Anti Magnetic Protection

The timepiece is driven by the self-winding Rolex Caliber 3131 movement. This caliber is specifically engineered for magnetic resistance, a defining trait of the Milgauss model. To achieve this, the movement is enclosed within a soft iron gilt metal protecting cap, which acts as a Faraday cage, shielding the internal mechanism from magnetic interference. The signature is present on the movement, as well as on the dial and the case. The auction house assesses the movement grade as '1', indicating that the internal componentry remains in high-quality, operational condition consistent with the watch’s overall grade.

Identification

Reference

116400 GV

Serial number

V 545 825

Source note

Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.

Catalogue references

No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.