Why The Milgauss Z-Blue Broke Rolex Records
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3 жыл бұрынAnna 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.
@PaintballCallum 2 жыл бұрын
Where is Anna?
@law4853 3 жыл бұрын
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!!!
@benohanlon Жыл бұрын
Update please? Still loving it?
@law4853 Жыл бұрын
@@benohanlon yep, wore it today :)
@nayil100 Жыл бұрын
I found a 2017 unworn condition Z Blue for 9950, it's supposed to come today!
@law4853 Жыл бұрын
@@nayil100 be extremely careful on that.. that's basically dealer prices, but if everything turns out good, nice
@nayil100 Жыл бұрын
@@law4853 Yes brother, thank you for your concern and advice. I got it and it's mint!
@scottreiburnNYC 3 жыл бұрын
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-“. :)
@ALLinHerMovements 3 жыл бұрын
Inspiring story! So glad you got your beauty. It is a looker and unique. Hope you are still enjoying this cool piece.
@ADAM00717 3 жыл бұрын
😀
@prnuvsharma55 3 жыл бұрын
I own it and love it - total future classic
@benclarke8861 3 жыл бұрын
Same, the dial has me staring when I check the time
@patrickeagon5774 3 жыл бұрын
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!
@afluger 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@mattfoss1652 3 жыл бұрын
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!!!
@atl3630 3 жыл бұрын
How’s it held up? My hesitation is all the polished surfaces. 904 steel catches all the scratches
@Wevaah 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@javieroargubi 3 жыл бұрын
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
@j.c.3598 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@sghu11 3 жыл бұрын
Lol
@sghu11 3 жыл бұрын
@Madeline Monahan youre the only one that cares what you think or what the omega does.
@CarsIn4K 3 жыл бұрын
I’ve been waiting so long for T&H to review the z-blue 😭 yay! Thanks 👏👏
@ugreshkumar9731 3 жыл бұрын
I bought one this year jan, and fell in love wit it immediately
@arkachatterjee5179 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@SoCalWatchReviews 3 жыл бұрын
Another great video! Absolutely love those vintage ones and hope Rolex changes the aesthetic of the new ones sometime on the future!
@stevenoasis1 3 жыл бұрын
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.).
@rickreynoso6704 3 жыл бұрын
where can I buy this?
@SC-km5vc 3 жыл бұрын
Great vid! Will be interesting to see what happens September 1 😬
@fangzhengguo8089 3 жыл бұрын
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:)
@willyk8296 3 жыл бұрын
Love my Z-Blue Milgauss!
@johnmika4579 3 жыл бұрын
Can’t wait to see your guys thoughts on the new Rolex 124300 Oyster Perpetual 41 with the silver sunray dial .🥃
@RobinsWatchJourney 3 жыл бұрын
Good recitation of the history of the Milgauss.
@TechPanzer 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@johnsurs22 3 жыл бұрын
Finally someone said it. Thank you!
@kaypee1972 3 жыл бұрын
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!
@nathalycortez4760 3 жыл бұрын
Loooove your energy! I get excited when Anna leads the videos! Definitely cool to see other women loving this hobby/lifestyle!
@davidwg4967 3 жыл бұрын
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 !!! 🎊🎉👌🏽
@romanopeterj 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@llary 11 ай бұрын
Same here. Seems to be the Rolex for non Rolex fans lol
@emmetteal8027 3 жыл бұрын
This video was the incredible! This was the most down to earth, practical, and informative description of tool watches I've ever seen on KZfaq! 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!
@DesertTriDad 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@jeffreywee2895 3 жыл бұрын
The milgauss z blue is a most beautiful dial I ever see on rolex,definitely get for in my collection.
@yakumotatsuro4886 3 жыл бұрын
2:10 THANK YOU, most people dont know that about the milgauss
@herts9999 3 жыл бұрын
Friday and Anna? Yes please!
@matthewdale956 3 жыл бұрын
I thought Daytona's always were hard to get and traded over retail, at least for the last 25 years?, love the Z blue
@apowers7783 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@davidthom7127 3 жыл бұрын
I love your vids, Anna. (way cooler than Christian)
@Bilderburger 3 жыл бұрын
Wonder why? lol
@davidthom7127 3 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@SC-km5vc 3 жыл бұрын
David Thom less girl size cartier would be my guess lol
@SilkySmooth73 3 жыл бұрын
@@davidthom7127 agree!!
@Bilderburger 3 жыл бұрын
David Thom 😂
@1youtubeviewer 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@parengowenglifestyle4177 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome, gonna pick-up mine tomorrow from AD so excited now! i'll unbox it on my channel too haha
@lewisjones3345 2 жыл бұрын
It is cool to just see Anna! They need to make more videos with Anna.
@stephendavis3710 Жыл бұрын
Did she leave fully or something cause I don’t see her in any other video’s anymore
@lewisjones3345 Жыл бұрын
@@stephendavis3710 I think she left the channel
@TheKillWizard 3 жыл бұрын
Z blue is one of the topmost beautiful Rolex watches there is, and maybe ever. Great review.
@eugenerivera4327 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@J69Nice 3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful watch, but I’m pretty sure Omega Co-Axial watches have more magnetic resistance so are more worth it on that spec.
@shotgun555x 3 жыл бұрын
got it recently as my first rolex from an AD. it is great, i am missing a date though
@fmrebello 3 жыл бұрын
Once I tried it on my wrist I never took it off. I just love my Z-blue Milgauss
@Florissvdv 3 жыл бұрын
Yay to having Anna back!
@kristianopd9447 3 жыл бұрын
Just like the new Air King 👑 makes no sense, but is super cool
@TheKillWizard 3 жыл бұрын
I liked the video, great content. Milgaus z blue is one of Rolex's best, absolutely.
@ConkreteMan 3 жыл бұрын
A milgauss with a rotating bezel and a lightning hand would be pretty cool.
@alanmentzer8756 3 жыл бұрын
Great content and production values.
@joetoronto10 2 жыл бұрын
Just picked one up. This is a sure fire classic in the making
@sengchio1 2 жыл бұрын
Anna is awesome. Welcome back. This was an awesome review!
@alphatester3282 2 жыл бұрын
"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 :)
@ikirikchi 3 жыл бұрын
Most Omegas are way better protected from magnetic than Milgauss.
@tuitionmatters8349 2 жыл бұрын
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.
@Rosay__ 3 жыл бұрын
Milgauss has always had a way of being weirdly cool IMO...whether or not you deal w/ magnetism in daily life...
@Hellboy8675 3 жыл бұрын
This seiko 5 (SNKP21J1).... all Arabic dial the is awesome... I guess I know where my next stimulus check is going lol... chrono time
@jmbaug1229 3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video and excellent content ! Thanks 😊
@MattyVice Жыл бұрын
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.
@jensc.h.548 Жыл бұрын
Thinking the same. Is this the last video with her
@whitepony101 3 жыл бұрын
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
@christianstark1055 5 ай бұрын
Bought my Z Blue at an AD with a 20% discount several years ago. It has nearly doubled in the price I paid.
@Realjulioabdiel 3 жыл бұрын
Makes me appreciate what I have so much more. Thank you.
@horologyworld8750 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome video, and I love my Z Blue!
@michaeldgs 3 жыл бұрын
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 :-)
@matthewdale956 3 жыл бұрын
Michael S agree with all of that, which makes me think a refresh may be on the cards 🤔
@edwardblack7133 3 жыл бұрын
Agree with that.....makes a cool dress watch
@Chris-oz9qx 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, it’s a scratch magnet
@DesertTriDad 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@Chris-oz9qx 3 жыл бұрын
Matthew my wrist is 6.75, it was ok on my wrist although I’d have preferred an explorer
@GabrielTAsher 3 жыл бұрын
Hard to hear the intro music at the beginning.. not sure if it's supposed to sound that way or not
@DBravo29er 3 жыл бұрын
It's more than ironic that the Z Blue is both the anti-Rolex AND one of the most iconic Rolex designs ever released.
@Chris-oz9qx 3 жыл бұрын
I owned one, a scratch magnet and while the blue dial and green crystal are both amazing, they don’t seem to work together.
@sallyposey4825 3 жыл бұрын
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!
@JorgeRamos-zy6yn 3 жыл бұрын
Lucky i got my z blue last year and at an 18% discount
@Vortex 3 жыл бұрын
How did you get a discount?
@gmshadowtraders 3 жыл бұрын
@@Vortex He flexed his ego, threatened and impressed. It's not about the money, it's about the man. THE MAN.
@ADAM00717 3 жыл бұрын
Airport Duty free?
@sebmar56 Жыл бұрын
I live inside a magnetron, and it’s great that keeping accurate time isn’t one of my problems
@puff0086 3 жыл бұрын
We miss Anna !!!
@caleb256 3 жыл бұрын
More Anna please 😌
@khoimavlogs5161 3 ай бұрын
Of all Rolex Milgauss. I like the whote dial the best look clean and classy. White woth orange perfect combo.
@bubbab7792 3 жыл бұрын
Anna!!!! 💙💙💙 Good review ! Until Wednesday! 😁🥃
@rarl3130 5 ай бұрын
Great video and miss her so much! Bring her back!
@me-bh7zs 2 жыл бұрын
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…
@nayil100 Жыл бұрын
Is there some magic lighting theme going on in the studio? The green crystal off the Milgauss is shining like kryptonite.
@sghu11 3 жыл бұрын
The best milgauss video ever even though hardly got to see the watch. Looks good worn rather than shown!😘
@websnail 2 жыл бұрын
More videos Anna!
@denzoantweb4293 Жыл бұрын
2007 : Rolex brings back the Milgauss, 2023 : Rolex kills Milgauss again.
@starkid20 Жыл бұрын
so what happened to Anna?
@atinga66 3 жыл бұрын
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!!
@Sovnarkom 6 ай бұрын
Considering what electronics engineers make, they should release a precious metals option.
@alfonsinho74 Жыл бұрын
Awesome watch!
@alexlee4588 3 жыл бұрын
Anna, well done thoughtful video. I'd buy from you.
@TheoandHarris 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! ☺️
@ericl755 3 жыл бұрын
the black GV is better: much much more versatile what ever is the color of the suit (even black) or in casual.
@publiusvelocitor4668 3 жыл бұрын
I prefer the black dial Milgauss. The blue is just a little too flashy for me.
@oceanbeliever681 3 жыл бұрын
Really super review
@RayMelville Жыл бұрын
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.
@robg9574 3 жыл бұрын
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.
@jairuscaneso-solmirin3528 Жыл бұрын
I’m sure I missed it..but what happened to Anna? I miss seeing her on videos. Great energy
@BobbyDazzler888 3 жыл бұрын
What is Anna’s background?
@michaelriera6277 3 жыл бұрын
Harvard, NASA, now Watch Geek
@paulthorpe766 3 жыл бұрын
Early pieces perfection....the current model is just a Datejust that has been to college!
@t0odamnfast 3 жыл бұрын
Anna, you a star. 💪💪
@DarioCruzII 3 жыл бұрын
My mind is blown by the fact that this channel doesn't have more subscribers. These videos are so damn good.
@BamPlan 3 жыл бұрын
Anna stans roll call!
@NinjaFighter31 3 жыл бұрын
Milly looks good on anna
@felixliu1053 3 жыл бұрын
This watch can prevent you from C19
@MarchionessDarby62 3 жыл бұрын
I have the white face. Love it!
@adamethancrow 2 жыл бұрын
Love anna ❤️
@btmontres1423 3 жыл бұрын
Love the z blue and your presentation. Always look forward to the reviews.
@stefanpersson240 3 жыл бұрын
That watch fits perfectly on your wrist and you wear it properly, not loose.
@abajaj1510 3 жыл бұрын
Loving my air king....🙂
@VegasMilgauss 3 жыл бұрын
Milgauss 💖
@mangojuic3e 3 жыл бұрын
it fits you rly well
@thethirty30 3 жыл бұрын
my fav rolex
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