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Old 18 July 2014, 11:00 AM   #1
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White Milgauss owners, please chime in..

So I was thinking about adding the white Milgauss, could I please have some opinions and pics, pros and cons about owning one.

Would really appreciate comments from both sides of the coin.

Thanks a lot guys!
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Old 18 July 2014, 11:24 AM   #2
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I have a gv and white. The white gets way more wrist time. It's a little polarizing which is why I like it more. It's a pretty unique piece. I have never seen it in the wild. Go for it.
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Old 18 July 2014, 11:40 AM   #3
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I have a gv and white. The white gets way more wrist time. It's a little polarizing which is why I like it more. It's a pretty unique piece. I have never seen it in the wild. Go for it.

I'm thinking the same way, less common is good. I wear my GV a lot less recently....i might add the white dial version as early as lunch today, prefer more opinions as I do not plan to ask the AD if I could try the watch outdoors.
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Old 18 July 2014, 12:59 PM   #4
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Old 18 July 2014, 01:24 PM   #5
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I don't have one, but really like it. Defintely my favorite MG.
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Old 18 July 2014, 01:32 PM   #6
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How's the rest of ur collection and is there a specific reason to why u want it ?

If its something that ure dreaming off I'd say go for it
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Old 18 July 2014, 01:44 PM   #7
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How's the rest of ur collection and is there a specific reason to why u want it ?

If its something that ure dreaming off I'd say go for it

Of all the Rolex ref that I own, this one seems the most uncommon, wish that I could wear it outdoors to have a look, maybe the store manager can accompany me.

For me personally I don't think there is a bad Rolex, LOL!
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Old 18 July 2014, 03:09 PM   #8
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I find it quite easy to read, and a very clean sharp look.......


Plus, I like the lume..........


No real cons.....other than perhaps the lack of a date. It wears very comfortably, and again, presents quite well, in my opinion. Good luck with your decision....
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Old 18 July 2014, 03:17 PM   #9
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I have only ever seen one "in the wild," and it definitely looks much better in the flesh than in photos.
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Old 18 July 2014, 03:20 PM   #10
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Had it for 3 years and eventually got tired of it. Felt exactly the same way some people feel as it's quite a unique piece and also stands out, but in the end I opted for a sub and never looked back.

I wish I would have just gone with the sub at first but I really wanted to try the white Milgauss.

Try it on first and make sure you really want it.
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Old 18 July 2014, 03:39 PM   #11
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I find it quite easy to read, and a very clean sharp look.......





Plus, I like the lume..........





No real cons.....other than perhaps the lack of a date. It wears very comfortably, and again, presents quite well, in my opinion. Good luck with your decision....


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Had it for 3 years and eventually got tired of it. Felt exactly the same way some people feel as it's quite a unique piece and also stands out, but in the end I opted for a sub and never looked back.

I wish I would have just gone with the sub at first but I really wanted to try the white Milgauss.

Try it on first and make sure you really want it.

Thanks guys, I'm gonna head on over and try it on.
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Old 18 July 2014, 03:50 PM   #12
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It's a great second watch. Love the shape, the thickness of the case, love that's a 40 mm. Nice crisp, white dial with a little interest going on with the orange indices and orange second hand. There's a different from the DJII that I love also; that it's thicker and a tad more quirkier. I prefer a date function but can forgive that it doesn't have one like the Tudor black bay, another favorite of mine. Has a cool causal feel to it. But them again , I'm a sucker for white dials and this one makes to it and makes me smile when I look at it. Also, seems the dial sits up closer to the crystal. Sometimes I think of it as what the DJII should have been shaped like. So, some personal thoughts and why I recently asked DSW FOR WHICH HE PROMPTLY DELIVERED. Strong recommendation. . .
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Old 18 July 2014, 04:05 PM   #13
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Old 18 July 2014, 06:13 PM   #14
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White Milgauss owners, please chime in..

Yes! I just picked one up! Thanks for the feedback and great pics guys!

Here's a pic just after purchase.

*I already removed the stickers back at the office.
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Old 18 July 2014, 06:19 PM   #15
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Congrats Patrick!
I personally think it's a very sharp piece. Love the bright white dial! Enjoy it!
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Old 18 July 2014, 06:28 PM   #16
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Congrats Patrick!

I personally think it's a very sharp piece. Love the bright white dial! Enjoy it!

Thank you Travis!
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Old 18 July 2014, 06:43 PM   #17
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Very nice - congrats! It's definitely a very sharp looking watch!
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Old 18 July 2014, 06:51 PM   #18
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Very nice - congrats! It's definitely a very sharp looking watch!

Thanks bro👍!
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Old 18 July 2014, 07:03 PM   #19
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Old 18 July 2014, 07:51 PM   #20
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Congrats! Mine shares equal wrist time with the 114060.
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Old 18 July 2014, 07:54 PM   #21
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Congrats! Mine shares equal wrist time with the 114060.

Thanks guys, here's a fresh pic upon reaching home today..
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Old 18 July 2014, 09:01 PM   #22
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That was fast! Congrats and looks great.


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Old 18 July 2014, 09:37 PM   #23
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That was fast! Congrats and looks great.


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Old 18 July 2014, 10:27 PM   #24
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Congrats on the new watch. I have a GV, but the white is also one of my favorites. One of the easiest to read IMO. The Milgauss has the weight of a precious metal watch which gives it the feeling of serious quality. I initally miss that weight when I switch to my ExpII or DJ.
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Old 18 July 2014, 11:55 PM   #27
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Old 19 July 2014, 12:11 AM   #28
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I was in love with the white milgaus but was put off when I was told it doesn't seel much and its seems to be purchased as a woman watch
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Old 19 July 2014, 12:22 AM   #29
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Congrats on the new watch. I have a GV, but the white is also one of my favorites. One of the easiest to read IMO. The Milgauss has the weight of a precious metal watch which gives it the feeling of serious quality. I initally miss that weight when I switch to my ExpII or DJ.


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I was in love with the white milgaus but was put off when I was told it doesn't seel much and its seems to be purchased as a woman watch

Thanks for the congrats guys. My wife also mentioned the white Milgauss looked like a lady's watch when she saw promo pics a couple of years back.

When she saw me wearing the watch into the house just now, she said ok.

.........And asked me why do I need another Milgauss.
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Old 19 July 2014, 03:31 AM   #30
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