With a long and esteemed history of producing top-tier professional tool wristwatches, Rolex introduced the Milgauss in 1954. The design of the Milgauss was tailored to meet the needs of scientists and engineers working in magnetic environments. To achieve this, Rolex collaborated with the Conseil Européen de Recherche Nucléaire (CERN) to develop a watch capable of withstanding strong magnetic fields. The name Milgauss reflects this capability, with "Mil" denoting 1000 and "Gauss" being the unit used to measure magnetism, indicating that the watch can endure magnetic fields of up to 1000 gauss.

The Rolex Milgauss ref. 1019 was launched in the early 1960s, featuring a slimmer case than its predecessors while still incorporating a soft iron cage inside the case back to protect the movement from magnetism. This particular watch, produced circa 1970, is an early example of the reference that continued until 1990. Earlier models like this one have a seconds track marked with 1/5 second increments, while later versions feature ½ second increments.

Presented in excellent overall condition, with an attractive case and dial, this is a wonderful opportunity to acquire an important piece in Rolex's history.