The black dial on this replica Milgauss 116400GV black creates a moody backdrop for the green-tinted sapphire crystal that defines every GV reference. At 40mm, the 116400GV is one of the few Rolex sport models that uses a smooth bezel instead of a graduated or tachymeter insert. That design choice keeps attention on the dial, where the interplay between black surface and green glass produces a color-shifting effect that changes with every angle. The orange lightning bolt seconds hand adds the only bright accent to an otherwise restrained palette.

Key Specifications

• Case diameter: 40mm
• Case material: Oystersteel
• Dial: black with luminous rectangular markers
• Crystal: green sapphire (Glace Verte)
• Seconds hand: orange lightning bolt
• Bracelet: Oyster three-link with polished center
• Movement: automatic, time-only
• Magnetic protection: 1,000 gauss rating

The rectangular hour markers differ from the round markers used on most sport models in the catalog. Combined with the smooth bezel, they give the Milgauss a look that falls somewhere between dress watch and tool watch.

Design & Finishing

The GV designation stands for Glace Verte, referring to the green-tinted crystal that covers the dial. This is not a coating applied to standard sapphire. The green color runs through the entire crystal, making it permanent. Under artificial light the tint appears subtle, allowing the black dial to dominate. Outdoors, the green becomes pronounced, especially at shallow viewing angles. Explore the full Milgauss range to compare crystal options across different references. For the opposite dial treatment, the white dial 116400 replaces the dark mood with high-contrast brightness.

On the Wrist

The Milgauss wears differently from other 40mm Rolex sport watches because of its smooth bezel. Without a raised insert to add visual diameter, the case appears slightly smaller and more refined. The no-date configuration means no Cyclops lens breaks the crystal surface, which preserves the clean lines from every angle. Rolex built the Milgauss for engineers and scientists who needed magnetic resistance in their daily work. That technical heritage translates into a modern wearing experience that avoids the flashy character of dive or aviation watches. This replica Milgauss 116400GV black brings the green sapphire mystique to a dial color that rewards closer inspection.