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Old 4 May 2021, 05:01 AM   #1
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DJ41 vs. Milgauss Blue Dial

Hi All,

I'm looking to add a blue dial Rolex to complement my black sub date. I was wondering if anyone has seen both the milgauss z blue and DJ41 blue dials in person and can compare the two of them.

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Old 4 May 2021, 05:06 AM   #2
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The Milgauss is sportier, IMO. The DJ obviously has the date complication. I think the DJ with that deeper blue is the handsomer of the two.
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Old 4 May 2021, 05:08 AM   #3
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Milgaus is under rated but no brained here DJ every time
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Old 4 May 2021, 06:30 AM   #4
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I’ve seen both in person, and for me personally. I preferred the Milgauss in blue. I had the opportunity to get either the blue or white DJ 41 at that time, and left the store with the white dial.

I will say however even though I love the Milgauss, the DJ with its date function and slimmer overall design is probably a better all around watch for daily use. I just love the colors and uniqueness of the Milgauss and you see them so rarely.
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Old 4 May 2021, 06:31 AM   #5
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Milgauss blue in my opinion
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Old 4 May 2021, 06:40 AM   #6
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Prefer the deeper blue of the DJ versus the one on the Milgauss


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Old 4 May 2021, 06:51 AM   #7
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This combo works for me.

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Old 4 May 2021, 07:47 AM   #8
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SeppiFrank, frankly I find the blue DJ to be very common although very attractive. It's the commonness that bothers me. I really like the uniqueness of the Milgauss! The fact that I'm an engineer makes it even more attractive to me. Make up your own mind however!!!
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Old 4 May 2021, 07:52 AM   #9
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Blue DJ + black GV Milgauss.
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Old 4 May 2021, 08:39 AM   #10
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Milgauss all the way .... hard to get ... unique looks and to be honest milgauss isn’t for all ...
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Old 4 May 2021, 09:52 AM   #11
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Do you want a smooth or fluted bezel? If smooth, I'd go Miligauss. Here's a fluted option for reference.
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Old 4 May 2021, 09:56 AM   #12
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Old 4 May 2021, 10:01 AM   #13
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Dj41 fluted bezel with stick dial for me. Not a fan of the orange on the milgauss
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Old 4 May 2021, 10:03 AM   #14
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Milguass was too thick for me. Loved it otherwise.
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Old 4 May 2021, 10:11 AM   #15
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The DJ will compliment you Sub nicely. That particular Milguass looks like a toy watch with the orange hand, blue dial, and green glass. Just too much going on.


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Old 4 May 2021, 10:17 AM   #16
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Milgauss is something special. Date Justs are a dime a dozen and literally look like a Rolex caricature.
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Old 4 May 2021, 11:17 AM   #17
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I will vote for Milgauss GV. The blue is different than other variants found in DJ, DD and OP, etc.
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Old 4 May 2021, 11:31 AM   #18
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DJ41 vs. Milgauss Blue Dial

If you’re going for something safe, you like fluted bezels, you like the Jubilee bracelet, or you need a date, get the Datejust. It’s a classic and will serve you well.

If you want something unique, you like more vibrant color schemes, or want a watch with a special back story that suits your profession/ personality/ style, then get the Milgauss.

There’s no wrong decision.

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Old 4 May 2021, 12:05 PM   #19
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Was in same boat month ago.

Finally YM40 win .
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Old 4 May 2021, 12:13 PM   #20
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DJ41 is more iconic and versatile
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Old 4 May 2021, 04:23 PM   #21
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Old 4 May 2021, 05:32 PM   #22
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I definitely prefer the blue dial DJ 41 with the fluted bezel, jubilee bracelet and lume indices.

The z blue is really cool, but I’d go with DJ to pair with my sub.


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Old 4 May 2021, 05:35 PM   #23
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For me, Milgauss Z-Blue all day. There's nothing quite like it. It can go from deep blue to a turquoise sky blue depending on the lighting.

But then again, I'm biased as a Z-Blue owner. Get whatever you like the best.
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Old 4 May 2021, 10:00 PM   #24
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The DJ is more practical but the Milgauss is a million times more fun.


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Old 4 May 2021, 10:30 PM   #25
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Milgauss has bigger winding crown so my answer is Milgauss.
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Old 4 May 2021, 10:35 PM   #26
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Depends what DJ you are getting and what's the state of your collection. As most mentions Milguass is definitely sportier but DJ can be dressed up or down. So the answer is... Figure out what Ur missing and get whst YOU like that matches your lifestyle. Post pic when acquired :)


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Either blue is very nice. For me personally, I’d go with the one that compliments, is polar opposite of, makes a different statement, etc....vs the Sub. Which for me = DJ41
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Old 5 May 2021, 12:31 AM   #28
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I have the zblue.

But I have to say the DJ41 (which I don’t have) looks great. It is much less in your face. I do sometimes feel that the Milgauss is a bit “look at me”, which I don’t like in a watch (although you could say the same of any steel Rolex…)

But again, who knows how much longer the Milgauss will be available in its current form, so maybe get that now? Seeing as you have a sub, no harm in adding something a bit less mainstream.
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Old 5 May 2021, 12:40 AM   #29
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For me easy decision. I don’t like the cyclops and don’t need the date so MILGAUSS!
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Old 5 May 2021, 01:05 AM   #30
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Maybe it's because I'm an engineer, but I would go Milgauss no question
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