This replica Milgauss 116400GV pairs a black dial with the signature green sapphire crystal that gives the “GV” (Glace Verte) designation its name. Introduced in 2007, the 116400GV added a green-tinted sapphire crystal to the already distinctive Milgauss platform, creating one of the most recognizable profiles in the entire Rolex sport range. At 40mm, the case sits in the sweet spot between understated and substantial, and the combination of a dark dial behind green-tinged glass produces a visual effect no other reference can match.

Technical Overview

• Case diameter: 40mm
• Case material: Oystersteel
• Dial: black with luminous hour markers
• Crystal: green sapphire (Glace Verte)
• Seconds hand: orange lightning bolt
• Bracelet: Oyster with Easylink comfort extension
• Movement: automatic
• Anti-magnetic resistance: 1,000 gauss

The Glace Verte crystal is not a coating. It is sapphire that has been tinted green throughout its entire structure, which means the color never fades or wears off over time.

Inside the Movement

Every Milgauss contains a paramagnetic Parachrom hairspring and a shield of ferromagnetic alloys inside the case. These elements work together to protect the movement from magnetic fields up to 1,000 gauss. The automatic caliber drives only hours, minutes, and seconds with no date complication. That simplicity keeps the dial clean and the movement thinner than date-equipped alternatives. For a side-by-side look at how the 116400GV differs from the non-GV references, check the white dial 116400 in the same Milgauss collection.

What Sets It Apart

The black dial behind green glass creates a depth effect that shifts depending on viewing angle and lighting. In direct sunlight the green tint becomes obvious. Under indoor lighting it recedes, leaving the dial looking nearly black. Rolex discontinued the entire Milgauss line in 2023, ending a 67-year production history. The 116400GV was the flagship variant throughout its final years, and the green crystal became its most photographed detail. On the wrist, the smooth bezel and no-date layout give this watch a quieter personality than most sport models. This replica Milgauss 116400GV delivers that green sapphire character in a 40mm package that stands entirely on its own.