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illiguy · 8 February 2024, 04:13 AM

Simple question with limited context (on purpose). If you had to pick one, which would you choose?

Commentary welcome!

For purposes of the OP (Green Dial), it would be the size that best suits your wrist (e.g., 36mm or 41mm).

Milkshake · 8 February 2024, 04:27 AM

What’s this “if I had to pick one”? What universe does this apply to?

Anyway Z Blue without a doubt.

And by the way, it should, according to the ultra experts on here, be either the Z Blue /Air King as I’ve been scolded that those are actually the same watch

MichelleP · 8 February 2024, 04:29 AM

I'd go with the OP 36mm since it would fit my wrist better. I do love the Z-Blue tho

BNA/LION · 8 February 2024, 05:07 AM

OP Green of the two for me.

piratfisk · 8 February 2024, 05:22 AM

Milgauss 10 times out of 10. While green is neat, it is polarizing & stands out way more than the GVZ. It also "goes with" less clothes.

kieselguhr · 8 February 2024, 05:46 AM

travisb · 8 February 2024, 05:49 AM

I really like the green OP but I'd pick the Z-Blue for it's quirkiness and color mash up.

mile2424 · 8 February 2024, 05:48 AM

Milgauss 100% My first and probably my favorite! So unique and very underrated. Can you imagine the hype and demand if a Sub or Daytona had a green sapphire crystal?!

ArtNouveau · 8 February 2024, 05:51 AM

I’m wearing my green OP41 today, Milgauss never did much for me.

nyc2la · 8 February 2024, 06:22 AM

Green OP

Jackie Daytona · 8 February 2024, 06:27 AM

I’m going Milgauss. I am bias though.

OP is still a great one.

Gerardus · 8 February 2024, 06:28 AM

Milgauss all the way for me

brandrea · 8 February 2024, 06:28 AM

I’ll take the OP please.

KatGirl · 8 February 2024, 06:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Yomada

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Definitely the OP 36. Did you guys know the Milgauss is the least liked Rolex, of all? I have grown to kind of like it, but…..

Kat

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Cru Jones · 8 February 2024, 07:26 AM

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Originally Posted by KatGirl

Did you guys know the Milgauss is the least liked Rolex, of all?

That’s news to me! Pretty crazy Rolex produced it all these years. ;-)

Milkshake · 8 February 2024, 07:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

That’s news to me! Pretty crazy Rolex produced it all these years. ;-)

Yes but the Oyster Perpetual is the first ever Rolex, introduced in 1929 (source KatGirl)

ArtNouveau · 8 February 2024, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

That’s news to me! Pretty crazy Rolex produced it all these years. ;-)

I do think it’s fair to say that the Milgauss has always been a niche model, similarly the YM2. The modern Milgauss had maybe a year of high demand when it first came out, same when the Z-Blue was added, but I think it’s pretty clear that it has sold way less over the years than GMTs or Subs for instance.
I’m surprised it lasted as long as it did.

GolfJunkie · 8 February 2024, 07:43 AM

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Originally Posted by KatGirl

Did you guys know the Milgauss is the least liked Rolex, of all?
Kat
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How was this determined?

KatGirl · 8 February 2024, 12:51 PM

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Originally Posted by GolfJunkie

How was this determined?

I just happened to read it, the other day. Just ask google….

Kat

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Harry-57 · 8 February 2024, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by KatGirl

the Milgauss is the least liked Rolex, of all

Not by me, which is all that matters when I'm spending my money.

Easy E · 8 February 2024, 06:36 AM

I prefer the Z-Blue.

jb335 · 8 February 2024, 07:22 AM

OP green 36mm for me.

While the Milgauss is “more watch,” I just can’t get over that orange lightning bolt second hand. Aesthetically, I am not a fan.

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Cru Jones · 8 February 2024, 07:23 AM

OP for sure. If Milgauss, it’s gotta be the OG (IMHO).

Chute · 8 February 2024, 07:37 AM

The Milgauss has always seemed too big and bulky to me.
I would pick the OP now, especially since the current models have a micro adjustment

Harry-57 · 8 February 2024, 07:38 AM

The Z Blue is an OP on steroids. It's fun, it's cheeky, it's loud, it's rather eccentric. If it's too much, there's an OP for just about everyone, new or used.

The Z Blue fulfils a dual role for me. I have one so I don't need an OP.

GolfJunkie · 8 February 2024, 07:44 AM

I've owned both (still have the OP41).

I did not like the PCL's and thickness of the Milgauss.

Old Expat Beast · 8 February 2024, 11:09 AM

Milgauss, but the original black-dial GV.

Andad · 8 February 2024, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

Milgauss, but the original black-dial GV.

illiguy · 8 February 2024, 11:23 AM

Has anyone sold-off their Milgauss because it wore too top heavy?

It has a larger wrist presence than its 40mm case size suggests, I just haven’t handled one long enough to know whether it becomes tedious on the wrist with frequent wear.

Do like its quirkiness.

The OP with Green Dial seems to strike that delicate balance of classic looks, while being quirky enough to separate it from your everyday Submariners or GMTs.

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Hawkeye98 · 8 February 2024, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by illiguy

Has anyone sold-off their Milgauss because it wore too top heavy?

It has a larger wrist presence than its 40mm case size suggests, I just haven’t handled one long enough to know whether it becomes tedious on the wrist with frequent wear.

Do like its quirkiness.

The OP with Green Dial seems to strike that delicate balance of classic looks, while being quirky enough to separate it from your everyday Submariners or GMTs.

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That would be me. Purchased a z-blue in 2021 as my very first Rolex and sold it in 2022 thinking it was too heavy. Purchased a modern GMT shortly thereafter and realized it wasn’t heavy at all in comparison, and repurchased it less than a year later (luckily after prices came back down). Love it and don’t see myself parting with it for many years.

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View Poll Results: Which Would You Choose?
OP (Green Dial)	96	46.15%
Milgauss (Z-Blue)	112	53.85%
Voters: 208. You may not vote on this poll

8 February 2024, 04:13 AM	#1
illiguy 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: UTC/GMT -5 Posts: 3,628	This or That - OP (Green Dial) versus Milgauss (Z-Blue) Simple question with limited context (on purpose). If you had to pick one, which would you choose? Commentary welcome! For purposes of the OP (Green Dial), it would be the size that best suits your wrist (e.g., 36mm or 41mm).

8 February 2024, 05:07 AM	#4
BNA/LION 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,322	OP Green of the two for me. __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

8 February 2024, 05:22 AM	#5
piratfisk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Real Name: Jake Location: Slam Diego Watch: 16233, 116619LB Posts: 2,245	Milgauss 10 times out of 10. While green is neat, it is polarizing & stands out way more than the GVZ. It also "goes with" less clothes. __________________ What's the time? It's time to get ill. Wishlist: 128236; 5396G; 15550ST; 384.029

8 February 2024, 06:22 AM	#10
nyc2la "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Stephen Location: Beach Watch: 16660 Posts: 9,311	Green OP __________________ "Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm." --- RWE

8 February 2024, 04:27 AM	#2
Milkshake Banned Join Date: Jan 2024 Location: USA Posts: 99	What’s this “if I had to pick one”? What universe does this apply to? Anyway Z Blue without a doubt. And by the way, it should, according to the ultra experts on here, be either the Z Blue /Air King as I’ve been scolded that those are actually the same watch

8 February 2024, 04:29 AM	#3
MichelleP "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Bay Area Watch: DD 40RG Olive dial Posts: 4,494	I'd go with the OP 36mm since it would fit my wrist better. I do love the Z-Blue tho

8 February 2024, 05:46 AM	#6
kieselguhr "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Nick Location: Las Vegas Watch: 1601 Posts: 10,576

8 February 2024, 05:49 AM	#7
travisb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,139	I really like the green OP but I'd pick the Z-Blue for it's quirkiness and color mash up.

8 February 2024, 05:48 AM	#8
mile2424 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: California Posts: 350	Milgauss 100% My first and probably my favorite! So unique and very underrated. Can you imagine the hype and demand if a Sub or Daytona had a green sapphire crystal?!

8 February 2024, 06:27 AM	#11
Jackie Daytona 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Brian Location: Nashville Watch: 16750 Posts: 6,458	I’m going Milgauss. I am bias though. OP is still a great one. __________________ 16750 \| 6516(wife’s) \| 126334 \| 16570 \| SBGA413 \| SRPE33 \| 126610LV

8 February 2024, 06:28 AM	#12
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: down the drain Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,062	Milgauss all the way for me __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 Breitling Avenger A17318

8 February 2024, 06:28 AM	#13
brandrea 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 76,731	I’ll take the OP please.

8 February 2024, 06:36 AM	#21
Easy E 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: GA Posts: 4,872	I prefer the Z-Blue.

8 February 2024, 07:22 AM	#22
jb335 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: The States Watch: Cosmograph Daytona Posts: 7,274	OP green 36mm for me. While the Milgauss is “more watch,” I just can’t get over that orange lightning bolt second hand. Aesthetically, I am not a fan. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

8 February 2024, 07:23 AM	#23
Cru Jones 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,050	OP for sure. If Milgauss, it’s gotta be the OG (IMHO).

8 February 2024, 07:37 AM	#24
Chute "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Chris Location: Austin Watch: 6 digit Rolex+APRO Posts: 1,550	The Milgauss has always seemed too big and bulky to me. I would pick the OP now, especially since the current models have a micro adjustment

8 February 2024, 07:38 AM	#25
Harry-57 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Harry Location: England Posts: 10,462	The Z Blue is an OP on steroids. It's fun, it's cheeky, it's loud, it's rather eccentric. If it's too much, there's an OP for just about everyone, new or used. The Z Blue fulfils a dual role for me. I have one so I don't need an OP.

8 February 2024, 07:44 AM	#26
GolfJunkie 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Eric Location: USA Watch: 252 Posts: 4,957	I've owned both (still have the OP41). I did not like the PCL's and thickness of the Milgauss. __________________ 2FA Enabled

8 February 2024, 11:09 AM	#27
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SUBMARINER Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: SEIKO TUNA Posts: 28,661	Milgauss, but the original black-dial GV. __________________ _______________________

8 February 2024, 11:23 AM	#29
illiguy 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: UTC/GMT -5 Posts: 3,628	This or That - OP (Green Dial) versus Milgauss (Z-Blue) Has anyone sold-off their Milgauss because it wore too top heavy? It has a larger wrist presence than its 40mm case size suggests, I just haven’t handled one long enough to know whether it becomes tedious on the wrist with frequent wear. Do like its quirkiness. The OP with Green Dial seems to strike that delicate balance of classic looks, while being quirky enough to separate it from your everyday Submariners or GMTs. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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