Rolex. A fine stainless steel automatic anti-magnetic wristwatch with sweep centre seconds and bracelet

Prospective buyers should be aware that the import… Read more

The following two lots, 25 & 26, are fine examples of Rolex celebrated anti-magnetic Milgauss reference 1019. The Milgauss model was designed for use in areas of high electro-magnetic fields found in laboratories and electro-engineering. One of the most distinctive of all Rolex 'Sports' models, the 1019 was the last 'tool' watch designed for a specific activity to be made by the renowned firm. In production from 1966 to 1990, the model was only available in stainless steel. Its name is derived from the Greek "Mil" for thousand and "Gauss", the unit to measure magnetism. A normal watch movement can withstand to 70-90 Gauss whereas the Milgauss keeps its incredibly precision in a magnetic field up to 1000 Gauss. The different versions of reference 1019 are illustrated and described in Vintage Rolex Sports Models by Martin Skeet & Nick Urul, pp. 95 - 97.

Rolex. A fine stainless steel automatic anti-magnetic wristwatch with sweep centre seconds and bracelet

SIGNED ROLEX, OYSTER PERPETUAL, MILGAUSS, REF. 1019, CASE NO. 2012647, MANUFACTURED IN 1969

Details

Rolex. A fine stainless steel automatic anti-magnetic wristwatch with sweep centre seconds and bracelet
Signed Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, Milgauss, ref. 1019, case no. 2012647, manufactured in 1969
Cal. 1580 nickel-finished lever movement, 26 jewels, gilt metal anti-magnetic cap, black matte aluminium dial, applied baton numerals with luminous accents, luminous hands, sweep centre seconds hand with red arrow top, tonneau-shaped water-resistant-type case, screw back and screw down crown, stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet, case, dial and movement signed
38 mm. diam.

Special Notice

Prospective buyers should be aware that the importation of Rolex watches into the United States is highly restricted. Rolex watches may not be shipped into the USA and can only be imported personally. Generally a buyer may import only one watch into the USA. For further information please contact our specialists in charge of the sale. Please note other countries may have comparable import restrictions for luxury watches.

If you wish to view the condition report of this lot, please sign in to your account.

View condition report

Lot Essay

With Rolex Guarantee dated 24 December 1989, original fitted presentation box and outer packaging.

More from Important Watches

View All