First Rolex Watch: Milgauss, Black or White dial???!

[hrobi]

Hi rolexforum,

I've been absolutely torn on my first luxury watch purchase... I've narrowed it down to two options of one model - the Rolex Milgauss 116400 Black versus White dials.

I'm leaning towards the black at the moment, but I tried on the white today and it is very, very cool! I really like it, however my main concern is just in that, I want it to be an everyday watch... I work at a conservative-ish corporate office (none of the offices in Australia are too conservative compared to the US or UK however), so I feel that the fairly large orange indices is maybe not the most suitable watch for the office.

With considering an all-rounder, I've been asking myself "would I wear this watch to a job interview" and "would I wear it to the beach/hiking", and I want the answer to both questions to be yes - and I'm not too sure about the loud-ness of the white dial in a conservative setting.. but then again maybe I'm over thinking it.

It's interesting how different the two watches wear very differently for me... in the black dialed watch, I really like how the focus put on the lightning bolt seconds hand which really pops, and I think dial is amazing balanced with the subtle orange indices on the outer edges. The white however doesn't focus on the lightning bolt hand at all, I think your eyes are drawn very much to the bright orange indices. The white also wears a bit bigger than the black due to the high contrast dial and the numbers on the edges too I think...

So I'm leaning towards the black, what do you guys think?? (photos below of the watches on my wrist) I have a 6.5 inch wrist, so pretty small, however I do feel it sits quite well and comfortably.

[c0w]

The black!!!

[Watchgeek5000]

Out of those two the white. But the GV black is my first choice

[GotF1]

X2 for GV Black, if not GV, then black

[Earnyourturns]

Black

[Watch Rob]

black. I don't like the white dial.

[ddaly12]

Have you tried on the z-blue? That's my choice.

[Ragna]

Originally Posted by ddaly12

have you tried on the z-blue? That's my choice.

+1

[watchwatcher]

Originally Posted by domcar89

I would have to say Black, I picked up mine yesterday. It's an amazing watch. Mine says Hi and I hope this picture of mine, helps your decision and a first time post from myself.

Originally Posted by psholtz

I went w/ the white for my first Rolex, but I like both the GV models:

Originally Posted by KevNev

Black for me but you'll have to decide what works for you.

Stunning photos, guys! Shows how difficult this decision really is.

[watchwatcher]

I think I would go with your leanings...black. And I agree with your assessment of it fitting it better around the office.

[Muzz]

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

I think I would go with your leanings...black. And I agree with your assessment of it fitting it better around the office.

X2 Absolutely!!!

[Langnam]

I prefer black as I own the GV. Maybe it's the camera angle, or your wrist, but the dial won't be the attention getter. The watch (to my eye) looks a tad large. I believe that's what will get noticed. Here's a photo on my 7.375" wrist. The Milgauss sits, tall, too.

Pardon the cat in the photo.




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[LuminousMaximus]

Originally Posted by Langnam

I prefer black as I own the GV. Maybe it's the camera angle, or your wrist, but the dial won't be the attention getter. The watch (to my eye) looks a tad large. I believe that's what will get noticed. Here's a photo on my 7.375" wrist. The Milgauss sits, tall, too.

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Did you just say, "Pardon the Cat...?"

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[Mr. K]

Black. Or better yet.... both.

Black is discontinued. White appears to be as well or at least removed from the website.

Get them new while you can.

[domcar89]

I would have to say Black, I picked up mine yesterday. It's an amazing watch. Mine says Hi and I hope this picture of mine, helps your decision and a first time post from myself.

[richamby]

Black but I'd look at the GV ...

[victorescu]

+1 for BLACK - it's gorgeous.. i still feel sorry for mine having traded it

[osamu]

I have a GV but absolutely love the black as well. I think I actually prefer the all white indices over the orange 3-6-9 of the GV. I do think black does better as an all rounder, the white is very casual. But I was not a fan of the white when I tried it on. I think too much orange for my taste.

[Chewbacca]

if you're a casual dresser (jeans and sport coat) go white.

formal or business casual go black.

[Golflife2]

White for sure!!!

[priv]

Black

[tomchicago]

it looks a little large for your wrist. have you tried a 36mm DJ?

[rollee1]

Hi Rob, if this is going to be your one and only get the black.
I personally prefer GV, the glass does make it more unique. Under the cuff it will remind you how special a watch it is.

As a watch player I'll pickup a white to match with a coloured rubber strap as a fun toy. My 2cents

[Lordofrolex]

I like the white but don't love the GV in general. Cant live without a date window.

[F1polesitter]

I prefer the black.

[hambone1983]

I think the black is much more striking. After a few days of admiring your new Millie in different lighting conditions I think you will realize, as I did, that the single most eye-catching element is the green crystal, and when people say what a cool watch you have, it will be because of that. If you go with the white, you will be denying yourself this little pleasure.

Just as a personal buying preference, the watch that screams "Buy ME!" the loudest is the one to buy. At the end of the day, if we just want to know the time we'd use our cell phones. The utility we get from these watches - at these prices - has to be in our personal enjoyment of the piece. So I wouldn't concern myself too much with its intended use and focus much more on what you like best. Others probably have a different plan of attack, ie what is more collectible or iconic, etc.

One last point...as a Milgauss owner I insist that you try on the z-blue before you buy.

[AH0RSEY]

Really no contest... Blue

[Zilla99]

I prefer the white. Tried it on last year at an AD and quite enjoyed it. Black is nice for sure, but the white with the orange is a unique piece.

[Juantxo]

I understand that the white has been discontinued, although I'm sure there must still be some available.

[psholtz]

I went w/ the white for my first Rolex, but I like both the GV models: