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jlake · 3 September 2009, 11:42 AM

I have recently tried on the Milgauss "Black Face". Didn't think too much about it until it was on my wrist. It's another great looking watch (dressy but sporty as well). I also like the GMT2C. These two watches are definitely different watches but unfortunately can only afford one.

Any comments or suggestions from members of TRF especially from those who own both. Thanks in advance...

JG99 · 4 September 2009, 07:17 AM

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Originally Posted by jlake

I have recently tried on the Milgauss "Black Face". Didn't think too much about it until it was on my wrist. It's another great looking watch (dressy but sporty as well). I also like the GMT2C. These two watches are definitely different watches but unfortunately can only afford one.

Any comments or suggestions from members of TRF especially from those who own both. Thanks in advance...

Out of those 2 it has to bet the GMT. GMT is more every day, and the bezel of the Milgauss is more likely to get scratched.

I do love the Milgauss, though!

ersnyder · 9 September 2009, 01:23 AM

I got a black face green crystal Milgauss over the weekend and absolutely love it. At least for now, it's my favorite.

JohnBoy · 12 November 2009, 03:38 PM

Thats a good question...and I do not own both. These are both 'tool watches,' meaning that they have an alternative function or purpose other than just looking darned nice on your wrist. If that alternative function is important, you probably would not be asking. Both of them do very nicely in the latter regard, they are Rolex! So, without a particular alternative purpose in your mind (protection from high-energy electrical fields, or keeping track of three time zones while you travel), you must follow your heart. :) Afterall, you probably won't sell it later anyway. We all understand that its a delightful choice to anticipate! Enjoy the whole experience!

dalip · 12 November 2009, 03:39 PM

no question: GMT2c

multimedia · 12 November 2009, 06:49 PM

Though I like the Milgauss (especially the one with black face) more an more, I would have gone with the GMT2c without any question.

Good luck.

Cheers,
Joe

Latrodectus · 13 November 2009, 06:31 AM

It would be the GMTIIc for me and I also like the Milgauss but with the white face more and more!

TSW · 13 November 2009, 06:32 AM

Without a doubt the GMTc!!

sandytn · 13 November 2009, 08:22 AM

GMT II C would be my choice.

mike · 13 November 2009, 08:43 AM

I had that combination. The Black Milgauss left when the GV arrived.

A comparison,

zlin08033 · 13 November 2009, 08:52 AM

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Originally Posted by dalip

no question: Gmt2c

x2

Omega_Precision · 13 November 2009, 09:00 AM

The Milly looks thicker from the pics or I am tripping!

Eli · 13 November 2009, 09:13 AM

Got both. As a one and only, has to be GMT2c, if you have something else, then a Milgauss is simply amazing.

Watch Professor · 13 November 2009, 09:17 AM

GMT 2C. More versatile, more of a classic look.

tkc324 · 13 November 2009, 09:17 AM

If you are just comparing styling... GMT2C all the way~

cobblecanyon · 13 November 2009, 10:00 AM

GMT IIc for sure!

submariner16610 · 13 November 2009, 11:49 AM

gmt2c

Smokeytreats · 13 November 2009, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Omega_Precision

The Milly looks thicker from the pics or I am tripping!

It is a lot thicker...and taller as well. There are essentially two casebacks in there. I would be interested to know the difference in weight. I love the looks of the GMT IIc but the milgauss' size and proportions just seem right to me.

Art 1 · 13 November 2009, 12:09 PM

Tough call, I own a Mill, don't own the GMT2c but have handled them many times. I guess if you travel a lot the the GMT is the way to go. If you want something that you will not see often in the wild then the Mil.

The Milgauss is a super watch that is often overlooked by many on this forum.

haakon59 · 13 November 2009, 01:04 PM

I guess it depends on which function you need the most--basically, what the writer "johnboy" said above. Personally, I like the Milgauss for it's casual dress look, but I like the GMT for a world where I have to call across the time zones more often. At this time, I would add the GMT to my list. But I really like the Milgauss as well and hope to add one of them as well.

dukester · 13 November 2009, 01:09 PM

My Vote: GMTIIC

But, get the one that you prefer.....its all about what you like better!

carlhaluss · 13 November 2009, 03:10 PM

I guess I shouldn't be so surprised, as there are so many members on this forum! However, I was looking at those very two just the other day. And the surprising thing is that the GMT is just as comfortable as the Milgauss. I did look at Air Kings,the Explorer I and Perpetual 36mm models as well. In the end, as this is a special occasion for me (my 60th), I got the one I have been lusting over for a couple of years - the Milgauss. And yes, the black dial with plain crystal. It just sang to me, even over the GV.
So, my vote would have to be for the Milgauss, I just find it more versatile. Having said that, I couldn't get over how beautiful - in every aspect - is the GMT IIc. That ceramic bezel, and the black dial complements it so well! It also has the new movement, with the Parachrom spring, which is a big plus. I am, however, partial to watches with no date. Especially, with beautiful dials like Rolex. I think that if the GMT II had a regular date window and not the Cyclops, as well as a black background for the date instead of white, it would appeal to me more.
I just realized Rolex has most models of any watchmaker, of the one thing I like most: no date function, plain dial, and also one of the things I like least: date windows with a white background regardless of dial size, and the Cyclops window on every date model except the DSSD.
Also, if price is a concern: You are probably more likely to get a better discount on the Milgauss, as most people seem to want the model with the green crystal. And I believe the GMT IIc is right up there in popularity at the moment. I am too new to Rolex to have learned much about how, or if, they discount their watches. I do know that I got what I feel was a very fair deal from my AD on the black dial Milgauss. I mentioned my budget figure to him, and he was able to do it for me, tax in.
Will look forward to hearing your decision!
Cheers,
Carl

sakuraba · 13 November 2009, 03:29 PM

Would be interesting to know what other watches the OP owns/ has owned as well. If you already own a 16610 or a 16710, maybe a Milgauss would get my vote. Only Rolex? Then the GMT II-C hands down.

bt63 · 14 November 2009, 03:23 AM

The milgauss gv is my choice.

padi56 · 14 November 2009, 03:34 AM

Got to be the GMT a much more versatile watch,while the Milgauss is just trying to be a vintage pretender there is only one Milgauss and thats the vintage original.

cobblecanyon · 14 November 2009, 04:18 AM

GMT IIc of course.........

Z-Sub · 14 November 2009, 04:24 AM

IIC if only can have one.

Engi · 14 November 2009, 04:36 AM

GMTIIC forever !

Ciao

Engi

stockae92 · 14 November 2009, 05:37 AM

i had the same GMT IIc vs black Milgauss question

my solution is to the get the GMT IIc first, and then save up the black Milgauss

zak98 · 14 November 2009, 05:39 AM

love the milgauss! great pics too!

3 September 2009, 11:42 AM	#1
jlake Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 45	GMT2c versus Milgauss Black Face I have recently tried on the Milgauss "Black Face". Didn't think too much about it until it was on my wrist. It's another great looking watch (dressy but sporty as well). I also like the GMT2C. These two watches are definitely different watches but unfortunately can only afford one. Any comments or suggestions from members of TRF especially from those who own both. Thanks in advance...

12 November 2009, 03:39 PM	#5
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	no question: GMT2c __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

13 November 2009, 06:32 AM	#8
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	Without a doubt the GMTc!! __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

13 November 2009, 03:29 PM	#23
sakuraba "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Jib Location: SJ, California Watch: sun dial Posts: 8,189	Would be interesting to know what other watches the OP owns/ has owned as well. If you already own a 16610 or a 16710, maybe a Milgauss would get my vote. Only Rolex? Then the GMT II-C hands down. __________________ F 14000 AirKing black F 16710 GMT Pepsi F 16570 Explorer II white T 16600 SD D 16610 LV "fine quality is remembered long after the pain of spending money" -Steve Mulholland

14 November 2009, 03:23 AM	#24
bt63 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Theo Location: K.L, MAL. Watch: all my Rolexes... Posts: 65	The milgauss gv is my choice. __________________ 16710pepsi, 16710coke, GMT2C, SDDS, SD, 16610 V, 16610 M, 16610LV, Explorer,PAM000,PAM 380 ,Tissot SeaTouch,Tag Heuer Aquaracer, Mares Nemo Excel.

9 September 2009, 01:23 AM	#3
ersnyder 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Eric Location: Long Beach CA USA Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 4,102	I got a black face green crystal Milgauss over the weekend and absolutely love it. At least for now, it's my favorite.

12 November 2009, 03:38 PM	#4
JohnBoy "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: John Location: Seattle, WA USA Watch: Rolex - a few! Posts: 1,472	Thats a good question...and I do not own both. These are both 'tool watches,' meaning that they have an alternative function or purpose other than just looking darned nice on your wrist. If that alternative function is important, you probably would not be asking. Both of them do very nicely in the latter regard, they are Rolex! So, without a particular alternative purpose in your mind (protection from high-energy electrical fields, or keeping track of three time zones while you travel), you must follow your heart. :) Afterall, you probably won't sell it later anyway. We all understand that its a delightful choice to anticipate! Enjoy the whole experience!

12 November 2009, 06:49 PM	#6
multimedia "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Joe Location: Hong Kong Posts: 1,835	Though I like the Milgauss (especially the one with black face) more an more, I would have gone with the GMT2c without any question. Good luck. Cheers, Joe

13 November 2009, 06:31 AM	#7
Latrodectus 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Fred Location: KY, USA Watch: GMT-Master II Posts: 10,042	It would be the GMTIIc for me and I also like the Milgauss but with the white face more and more!

13 November 2009, 08:22 AM	#9
sandytn Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Sandy Location: NJ Posts: 713	GMT II C would be my choice.

13 November 2009, 08:43 AM	#10
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	I had that combination. The Black Milgauss left when the GV arrived. A comparison,

13 November 2009, 09:00 AM	#12
Omega_Precision Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Henry Location: CA, US Watch: ing basketball Posts: 2,977	The Milly looks thicker from the pics or I am tripping!

13 November 2009, 09:13 AM	#13
Eli Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: montreal Posts: 459	Got both. As a one and only, has to be GMT2c, if you have something else, then a Milgauss is simply amazing.

13 November 2009, 09:17 AM	#14
Watch Professor "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Myron Location: New York Watch: GMT IIC; Sub Date Posts: 3,166	GMT 2C. More versatile, more of a classic look.

13 November 2009, 09:17 AM	#15
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,717	If you are just comparing styling... GMT2C all the way~

13 November 2009, 10:00 AM	#16
cobblecanyon "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: JT Location: Texas Watch: 116710LN, 116610LN Posts: 453	GMT IIc for sure!

13 November 2009, 11:49 AM	#17
submariner16610 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: united states Watch: submariner,daytona Posts: 707	gmt2c

13 November 2009, 12:09 PM	#19
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	Tough call, I own a Mill, don't own the GMT2c but have handled them many times. I guess if you travel a lot the the GMT is the way to go. If you want something that you will not see often in the wild then the Mil. The Milgauss is a super watch that is often overlooked by many on this forum.

13 November 2009, 01:04 PM	#20
haakon59 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,571	I guess it depends on which function you need the most--basically, what the writer "johnboy" said above. Personally, I like the Milgauss for it's casual dress look, but I like the GMT for a world where I have to call across the time zones more often. At this time, I would add the GMT to my list. But I really like the Milgauss as well and hope to add one of them as well.

13 November 2009, 01:09 PM	#21
dukester "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Nick Location: Los Angeles Watch: 2 SS Daytonas(W&B) Posts: 542	My Vote: GMTIIC But, get the one that you prefer.....its all about what you like better!

13 November 2009, 03:10 PM	#22
carlhaluss "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Carl Location: Vancouver, Canada Watch: Rolex Explorer 1 Posts: 1,780	I guess I shouldn't be so surprised, as there are so many members on this forum! However, I was looking at those very two just the other day. And the surprising thing is that the GMT is just as comfortable as the Milgauss. I did look at Air Kings,the Explorer I and Perpetual 36mm models as well. In the end, as this is a special occasion for me (my 60th), I got the one I have been lusting over for a couple of years - the Milgauss. And yes, the black dial with plain crystal. It just sang to me, even over the GV. So, my vote would have to be for the Milgauss, I just find it more versatile. Having said that, I couldn't get over how beautiful - in every aspect - is the GMT IIc. That ceramic bezel, and the black dial complements it so well! It also has the new movement, with the Parachrom spring, which is a big plus. I am, however, partial to watches with no date. Especially, with beautiful dials like Rolex. I think that if the GMT II had a regular date window and not the Cyclops, as well as a black background for the date instead of white, it would appeal to me more. I just realized Rolex has most models of any watchmaker, of the one thing I like most: no date function, plain dial, and also one of the things I like least: date windows with a white background regardless of dial size, and the Cyclops window on every date model except the DSSD. Also, if price is a concern: You are probably more likely to get a better discount on the Milgauss, as most people seem to want the model with the green crystal. And I believe the GMT IIc is right up there in popularity at the moment. I am too new to Rolex to have learned much about how, or if, they discount their watches. I do know that I got what I feel was a very fair deal from my AD on the black dial Milgauss. I mentioned my budget figure to him, and he was able to do it for me, tax in. Will look forward to hearing your decision! Cheers, Carl

14 November 2009, 03:34 AM	#25
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 53,035	Got to be the GMT a much more versatile watch,while the Milgauss is just trying to be a vintage pretender there is only one Milgauss and thats the vintage original. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

14 November 2009, 04:18 AM	#26
cobblecanyon "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: JT Location: Texas Watch: 116710LN, 116610LN Posts: 453	GMT IIc of course.........

14 November 2009, 04:24 AM	#27
Z-Sub 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: So Cal, USA Watch: Not a ONEWatch Man Posts: 7,383	IIC if only can have one. __________________ SS Submariner Date "Z" SS SeaDweller "D" SS Submariner "Random" TT Blue Submariner "P" SS GMT-Master ll "M", Pepsi Pam 311, 524, 297

14 November 2009, 04:36 AM	#28
Engi "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Everywhere Posts: 1,434	GMTIIC forever ! Ciao Engi

14 November 2009, 05:37 AM	#29
stockae92 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Socal Posts: 4,960	i had the same GMT IIc vs black Milgauss question my solution is to the get the GMT IIc first, and then save up the black Milgauss

14 November 2009, 05:39 AM	#30
zak98 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: TN Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,166	love the milgauss! great pics too! __________________ Z- Submariner; P- Airking; R- DateJust; M- GMTII; C0 - Milgauss GV Breitling SuperOcean Heritage 46 Omega Speedmaster Racing Panerai PAM390

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