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gypsy · 17 November 2010, 03:39 AM

I recently sold my Omega Planet Ocean after seeing one of our sales guys buying a GMT2c - I decided that since my money is earning no interest in the bank I may as well treat myself to a Rolex. I have sold my local AD his cars for nearly 7 years so have a good relationship so about a month ago I asked him to put me down for an 116610lv.

I popped in to see him today and he had just got in a Milgauss GV which I hadn't seen in the flesh before. After playing with it for a good 15mins and chatting to him I'm now wondering if I should go for the GV instead of the sub I ordered. It does seem that everyone has a sub or gmt and I'm thinking maybe the Milgauss might be a bit more interesting. I don't have to wait much longer for my sub which is due 2nd week of dec.

My AD has put it aside for me whilst I make up my mind. I am leaning more towards the Milgauss as an everyday watch to wear to work to a shirt and tie.

What are the views of the forum?

fleabag · 17 November 2010, 03:42 AM

Go for it,be different,dont follow the same old crowd,I purchased the Mil Gv and never looked back !!

BigMac53 · 17 November 2010, 03:47 AM

I say go with your gut, and it seems to be set on the Milgauss.

Norway · 17 November 2010, 04:04 AM

Definitely go with your gut. I can add that I love my GV, and I rock it with everything from shorts and tshirt to suits and formal events. It feels great on the wrist as well.

You wont go wring whatever you choose, so good luck and looking forward to seeing the pics :)

Grissom · 17 November 2010, 04:10 AM

Get BOTH!!

I have been considering a Milgaus as well. If you go that route, do post pictures!

gypsy · 17 November 2010, 04:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grissom

Get BOTH!!

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LOL my bank account won't take that kind of assault

MikeJaye · 17 November 2010, 04:32 AM

Having had a GV twice in the past and currently own the 116610LV i would say go for the LV. Yes the GV is nice and difference but in my eyes it is no match for the new LV, here is why:

1) GV has no date
2) I'm not keen on the matt dial on the GV. Green dial on LV is more interesting
3) Polished links get scuffed to easily. Brushed links on LV better for everyday use
4) Glidelock and fliplock clasp better than easylink clasp on GV
5) GV case sits high and is a bit top heavy

It is a close call though and if I had the funds I would love another GV but if Ihad to choose between the two the LV would get my vote

stockae92 · 17 November 2010, 04:36 AM

For me, I would lean more towards the Milgauss for being a less common Rolex and the highly anti mag property. unless you are going to dive with the watch or you can't live without the date.

Wrist Candy · 17 November 2010, 04:41 AM

If you have not seen the LV in person yet then you might want to wait until it arrives so that you can view it, and then compare the two together prior to making your choice.

Just a thought.

gypsy · 17 November 2010, 04:44 AM

I saw the LV in Oxford Goldsmiths a few weeks ago and the dial is lovely. Both are nice in their individual ways so I'm genuinely stuck on which to go for.

Date isn't a deal breaker but a useful complication. Neither will be taken anywhere near the sea.

mr.briar · 17 November 2010, 06:28 AM

Go for both! If not, the Milgauss GV is what I will choose.

Cru Jones · 17 November 2010, 06:31 AM

Btw those two, gotta go LV, only because I have such a strong preference for the black dial Milgauss. Good luck with your choice!

Polemic · 17 November 2010, 06:32 AM

Both are great. I had a similar dilemma. I would buy GV or GMT2C. Finally I bought GV.

GV has no date and GV is more dressy,these are the biggest differences.

If you wear your watch with suits, go for GV. If you wear jeans, go for LV.

steubi1 · 17 November 2010, 07:16 AM

You cannot compare Milgauss with Sub---totally different watches!

Both are excellent, follow your heart to take a decision.....

I took my decision:

116610lv-9.jpg

And my vote is clear...

Regards
Tom

Art 1 · 17 November 2010, 07:19 AM

Sub LV for me. Never cared for the green mil.

niner niner seven · 17 November 2010, 07:21 AM

go both -

Rolex is making some of the best watches they have ever made. this is a great time for ownership.

gypsy · 17 November 2010, 08:10 AM

does anyone know the weight difference between these 2?

Its looking more like the GV, mainly because SWMBO prefers it to the Sub

I'm still undecided though

Puffy · 17 November 2010, 08:26 AM

I'd get the GV, only because that is in fact the next watch i'll be getting

esm · 17 November 2010, 08:29 AM

I would suggest GV - you just won't see many in the wild. The PCL would look great against the suit and tie.

The 116610LV is nice too

vukotab · 17 November 2010, 09:41 AM

GV is very beautiful watch, with kinda "dressier" look, but my choice would be LV, ceramic or not.

ArthurU · 17 November 2010, 09:45 AM

Whichever you like best! However between the two, I personally prefer the Milgauss GV.

WBROLEX · 17 November 2010, 09:55 AM

I myself have the LV Sub and GV Milgauss. Both watches are fabulous and you will love whichever you go with.

However I think the Milguss is so much smarter and because of its size it does not look like an ordinary Oyster. There is something very special about the Milgauss. When I wear it and my eye catches the green crystal outer ring glinting in the light, that makes me smile.

dalip · 17 November 2010, 10:02 AM

GV for me also. But I am not a fan of the new LVC. I enjoy the subtlety of the GV... The detail of colours and the way the watch feels on the wrist... All superb.

fc3s2k · 17 November 2010, 10:31 AM

between the two, i'll go for the LV

Jannal · 17 November 2010, 10:43 AM

If date not important, then go for the GV.

It's the only model in the Rolex product line that has a green tinted crystal. It's unique hence the selling price is little more than the white, black dial version.

esm · 17 November 2010, 10:47 AM

Havant had a chance to a take 116610LV and 116400GV pic... But these are close enough

I'm such a sucker for Rolex green colour

SohAIS · 17 November 2010, 01:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WBROLEX

I myself have the LV Sub and GV Milgauss. Both watches are fabulous and you will love whichever you go with.

However I think the Milguss is so much smarter and because of its size it does not look like an ordinary Oyster. There is something very special about the Milgauss. When I wear it and my eye catches the green crystal outer ring glinting in the light, that makes me smile.

I have a sub LV and the GV. The LV does not get that much wrist time because its hard to match with what ever you are wearing. GV goes with everything. Although i have been wearing my 40mm Yacht master every day for past two weeks. I think you can wear the GV more often than and LV. Something about that green crystal that makes me like it a tad bit more than my LV.

Just my 2 cents

Joey_V · 17 November 2010, 01:49 PM

Love my GV. Never saw one in public.

dsio · 17 November 2010, 01:52 PM

Damn... so hard to choose between those two, but I'd get the GV, because you see them less, and they can be found used for $5300 quite readily from trusted sellers, while the LV still has a steep premium. Then get the LV later.

gypsy · 18 November 2010, 06:04 AM

well I've gone for the GV in the end. I decided that its a bit different and as we already have one sub in the showroom it was nice. The mrs also prefers the GV. I'll pick it up tomorrow. I think it'll be a nice talking point for people who think a rolex is a sub.

17 November 2010, 03:39 AM	#1
gypsy Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Swindon, UK Watch: Rolex Milgauss GV Posts: 106	Sub C LV vs Milgauss GV I recently sold my Omega Planet Ocean after seeing one of our sales guys buying a GMT2c - I decided that since my money is earning no interest in the bank I may as well treat myself to a Rolex. I have sold my local AD his cars for nearly 7 years so have a good relationship so about a month ago I asked him to put me down for an 116610lv. I popped in to see him today and he had just got in a Milgauss GV which I hadn't seen in the flesh before. After playing with it for a good 15mins and chatting to him I'm now wondering if I should go for the GV instead of the sub I ordered. It does seem that everyone has a sub or gmt and I'm thinking maybe the Milgauss might be a bit more interesting. I don't have to wait much longer for my sub which is due 2nd week of dec. My AD has put it aside for me whilst I make up my mind. I am leaning more towards the Milgauss as an everyday watch to wear to work to a shirt and tie. What are the views of the forum?

17 November 2010, 04:04 AM	#4
Norway "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Mads Location: Singapore Watch: out! Posts: 362	Definitely go with your gut. I can add that I love my GV, and I rock it with everything from shorts and tshirt to suits and formal events. It feels great on the wrist as well. You wont go wring whatever you choose, so good luck and looking forward to seeing the pics :) __________________ SS Daytona white, "G" Sub LV "V" Sub 116613LB (R) SeaDweller 4000 AP ROO Navy (I) AP ROO Black/Red (I) Instagram: mad_eclectic

17 November 2010, 04:10 AM	#5
Grissom "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Nathan Location: US, Latin America Watch: GMT IIc 18K/SS Posts: 3,349	You know you need an Intervention when the answer you give is..... Get BOTH!! I have been considering a Milgaus as well. If you go that route, do post pictures! __________________ *(Member NAWCC since 1976)* 116713LN GMT-IIc 18k/SS (Z) + 116520 SS Daytona (M) + 16700 GMT Master (A) + 16610LV Submariner (V) + 16600 Sea Dweller (Z) + 116400 Milgauss White Dial (V) + 70330N Tudor Heritage Chronograph Grey w/Black Sub Dials (J) + 5513 Submariner Serif Dial (5.2 Mil) Who else needs an Intervention? (109 297) (137 237) (73 115) (221) (23) (56) (229) P-Club Member #5 RIP JJ Irani - TRF Legend

17 November 2010, 07:21 AM	#16
niner niner seven "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Matthew Location: Rolex&911Nation Watch: GV Posts: 547	go both - Rolex is making some of the best watches they have ever made. this is a great time for ownership. __________________ 16710 116400GV 116710LN 116500LN 116610LV

17 November 2010, 08:26 AM	#18
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	I'd get the GV, only because that is in fact the next watch i'll be getting __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

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17 November 2010, 03:42 AM	#2
fleabag "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: UK Posts: 1,212	Go for it,be different,dont follow the same old crowd,I purchased the Mil Gv and never looked back !!

17 November 2010, 03:47 AM	#3
BigMac53 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Jon Location: CT Posts: 729	I say go with your gut, and it seems to be set on the Milgauss.

17 November 2010, 04:32 AM	#7
MikeJaye Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: London Posts: 675	Having had a GV twice in the past and currently own the 116610LV i would say go for the LV. Yes the GV is nice and difference but in my eyes it is no match for the new LV, here is why: 1) GV has no date 2) I'm not keen on the matt dial on the GV. Green dial on LV is more interesting 3) Polished links get scuffed to easily. Brushed links on LV better for everyday use 4) Glidelock and fliplock clasp better than easylink clasp on GV 5) GV case sits high and is a bit top heavy It is a close call though and if I had the funds I would love another GV but if Ihad to choose between the two the LV would get my vote

17 November 2010, 04:36 AM	#8
stockae92 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Socal Posts: 4,960	For me, I would lean more towards the Milgauss for being a less common Rolex and the highly anti mag property. unless you are going to dive with the watch or you can't live without the date.

17 November 2010, 04:41 AM	#9
Wrist Candy Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Canada Posts: 329	If you have not seen the LV in person yet then you might want to wait until it arrives so that you can view it, and then compare the two together prior to making your choice. Just a thought.

17 November 2010, 04:44 AM	#10
gypsy Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Swindon, UK Watch: Rolex Milgauss GV Posts: 106	I saw the LV in Oxford Goldsmiths a few weeks ago and the dial is lovely. Both are nice in their individual ways so I'm genuinely stuck on which to go for. Date isn't a deal breaker but a useful complication. Neither will be taken anywhere near the sea.

17 November 2010, 06:28 AM	#11
mr.briar "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Mike Location: OC Watch: 116400, 116660 Posts: 129	Go for both! If not, the Milgauss GV is what I will choose.

17 November 2010, 06:31 AM	#12
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,259	Btw those two, gotta go LV, only because I have such a strong preference for the black dial Milgauss. Good luck with your choice!

17 November 2010, 06:32 AM	#13
Polemic "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Turkey Watch: 116610 LN Posts: 356	Both are great. I had a similar dilemma. I would buy GV or GMT2C. Finally I bought GV. GV has no date and GV is more dressy,these are the biggest differences. If you wear your watch with suits, go for GV. If you wear jeans, go for LV.

17 November 2010, 07:16 AM	#14
steubi1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: Switzerland Watch: too many Posts: 1,150	You cannot compare Milgauss with Sub---totally different watches! Both are excellent, follow your heart to take a decision..... I took my decision: 116610lv-9.jpg And my vote is clear... Regards Tom

17 November 2010, 07:19 AM	#15
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	Sub LV for me. Never cared for the green mil.

17 November 2010, 08:10 AM	#17
gypsy Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Swindon, UK Watch: Rolex Milgauss GV Posts: 106	does anyone know the weight difference between these 2? Its looking more like the GV, mainly because SWMBO prefers it to the Sub I'm still undecided though

17 November 2010, 08:29 AM	#19
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	I would suggest GV - you just won't see many in the wild. The PCL would look great against the suit and tie. The 116610LV is nice too

17 November 2010, 09:41 AM	#20
vukotab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Vukota Brajovi Location: Belgrade,Serbia Watch: ing movies! Posts: 3,812	GV is very beautiful watch, with kinda "dressier" look, but my choice would be LV, ceramic or not. __________________ My fashion blog and Instagram: https://stylebyvukota.com/ https://instagram.com/vukotabrajovic/

17 November 2010, 09:45 AM	#21
ArthurU Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Arthur Location: Toronto Watch: 116610 Posts: 173	Whichever you like best! However between the two, I personally prefer the Milgauss GV.

17 November 2010, 09:55 AM	#22
WBROLEX Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Will Location: London Watch: Submariner LV Posts: 104	I myself have the LV Sub and GV Milgauss. Both watches are fabulous and you will love whichever you go with. However I think the Milguss is so much smarter and because of its size it does not look like an ordinary Oyster. There is something very special about the Milgauss. When I wear it and my eye catches the green crystal outer ring glinting in the light, that makes me smile.

17 November 2010, 10:02 AM	#23
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	GV for me also. But I am not a fan of the new LVC. I enjoy the subtlety of the GV... The detail of colours and the way the watch feels on the wrist... All superb. __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

17 November 2010, 10:31 AM	#24
fc3s2k "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Barry Location: california Watch: OFFICINE PANERAI Posts: 1,289	between the two, i'll go for the LV __________________

17 November 2010, 10:43 AM	#25
Jannal "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 685	If date not important, then go for the GV. It's the only model in the Rolex product line that has a green tinted crystal. It's unique hence the selling price is little more than the white, black dial version.

17 November 2010, 10:47 AM	#26
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	Havant had a chance to a take 116610LV and 116400GV pic... But these are close enough I'm such a sucker for Rolex green colour

17 November 2010, 01:49 PM	#28
Joey_V "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Joey Location: Dallas, TX Watch: SS Sub 16610 M Posts: 3,824	Love my GV. Never saw one in public. __________________ Current Rotation: Rolex Submariner Date (M) - 1/08, Rolex Milgauss GV (V) - 2/10, Rolex SS Black Daytona (V) - 6/10, Rolex GMTIIC (G) - 5/11, TAG Heuer Silverstone (286/1860) - 1/2015 Former-watches: Omega PO/2535.80/2254, TAG Carrera/F1x2/Monaco, Panerai 312K/292L Wish List: Panerai 270/505, Rolex SMURF, Rolex RG Daytona, Rolex DSSD

17 November 2010, 01:52 PM	#29
dsio "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Ashley Location: Brisbane Watch: Rolex Sub 1680 '79 Posts: 2,301	Damn... so hard to choose between those two, but I'd get the GV, because you see them less, and they can be found used for $5300 quite readily from trusted sellers, while the LV still has a steep premium. Then get the LV later. __________________ -- Omega Seamaster Grand-Lux Stepped Pie-Pan 14K Gold OJ2627 '53 -- -- Omega Cal 320 Chronograph 18K Gold OT2872 '58 -- -- Omega Cal 321 Speedmaster Pro 145.012 '67 -- -- Rolex Submariner 1680 "Ghost" '79 -- -- Rolex SS Daytona 116520 '04 --

18 November 2010, 06:04 AM	#30
gypsy Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Swindon, UK Watch: Rolex Milgauss GV Posts: 106	well I've gone for the GV in the end. I decided that its a bit different and as we already have one sub in the showroom it was nice. The mrs also prefers the GV. I'll pick it up tomorrow. I think it'll be a nice talking point for people who think a rolex is a sub.

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