In the early 1960s, the newly introduced Rolex Milgauss reference 1019 replaced the original two versions: references 6541 and 6543. Significantly thinner than its predecessors, it was manufactured until 1990 and was available only in stainless steel.

The name Milgauss is derived from the Greek terminology for thousand, "Mil", and “Gauss”, representing the unit of measure for magnetism. It was designed primarily for engineers and laboratory workers who were constantly surrounded by high electromagnetic fields. A typical watch movement is able to endure 70-90 gauss, whereas the reference 1019 can withstand up to 1000 gauss with no affect on timekeeping accuracy.

This watch is fitted with a black matte dial and polished bezel. This example is in exceptional original condition, as it retains the sharp edges and beautiful bevels as it did when it originally left the factory. The green Rolex sticker still found on the caseback suggests that this watch was rarely worn. Accompanied by its original presentation box and punched guarantee, it is a great find for any watch aficionado.