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BlackBeard · 10 August 2018, 08:15 AM

Hi all, I’m looking to spend around £4K on a new watch. I’ve narrowed it down to two love ‘em or hate ‘em models. Either a new AirKing (116900) or used Milgauss (116400GV). Having seen both with Rubber B straps, I’d be tempted to put them rubber!
Given I love both models equally, which would you choose and why? Is there one which is a wiser investment?
Appreciate any comments and opinions

jjjones · 10 August 2018, 08:21 AM

Why not consider an OP 39? Looks better and is cheaper than both. Also has a "better" movement 3132 instead of 3131. I know this is subjective but the Air King is ugly as hell, id think youd have a very hard time trying to sell it in the future.

uniqueMR · 10 August 2018, 08:30 AM

AirKing

Bruins7 · 10 August 2018, 08:41 AM

Milgauss

BT1985 · 10 August 2018, 08:45 AM

Milgauss

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RC999 · 10 August 2018, 08:53 AM

Milgauss!

FlyDuc78 · 10 August 2018, 09:01 AM

I go Milgauss but white dial otherwise I'll go with Air-King

Harry-57 · 10 August 2018, 09:05 AM

Milgauss. No contest for me. For anyone else it's their personal decision. You'll be wearing your decision, not me.

CoveWatch · 10 August 2018, 09:09 AM

I personally would buy the AK over the milgauss but why not try them both on for yourself and go from there

Largoshark · 10 August 2018, 10:02 AM

Both are very cool watches, and both have a quirkiness that most other Rolex models lack. However, IMO the Milgauss is a more cohesive design, so it gets my vote. I may be biased though. Good luck!

Chloe&Harley · 10 August 2018, 10:03 AM

Milgauss

Largoshark · 10 August 2018, 10:22 AM

Also, try not to concern yourself with investment potential when making your decision. But I will say this - right now both of these models are among the worst Rolex watches in terms of value retention. HOWEVER, I think it will be interesting to see what happens with both of these models 20, 30, 40 years down the road. They are two of the most unpopular models currently available, and they both possess very unique (some may say bizarre) design choices when compared to other Rolex models. For these reasons I think they have the potential to be the most valuable of the modern Rolex line in the distant future...or not. Only time will tell.

Khans14 · 10 August 2018, 10:25 AM

Milgauss without question.

ink3027 · 10 August 2018, 10:29 AM

Air King. It’s a surprisingly charming watch.

Nanasaka90 · 10 August 2018, 10:58 AM

Milgauss. I had my little crush on the Airking, but after some time it just seems to me like it just wasn't well thought out.

BT1985 · 10 August 2018, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by BT1985

Milgauss

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To be more clear I don’t dislike the Airking. I think they are both a bit quirky and fun.

Also to disclose my bias I may have bought one of these today.

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2focus · 10 August 2018, 11:48 AM

i found the airking more interesting

zaydans · 10 August 2018, 11:53 AM

Airking all day long.

WJGESQ · 10 August 2018, 11:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jjjones

Why not consider an OP 39? Looks better and is cheaper than both. Also has a "better" movement 3132 instead of 3131. I know this is subjective but the Air King is ugly as hell, id think youd have a very hard time trying to sell it in the future.

The AK is a sad clown in the Rolex line up. Agreed.

Nikrnic · 10 August 2018, 12:02 PM

Own both, we'll I sold my AK to help fund a Polar to take over daily duties. Although they share the same movement the Milgauss would be my choice hands down, Its just a beauty. If it were a daily then I'd choose the Air King because it's more of a tool watch with a more legible dial, where the Milgauss has PCLs and a fully polished case. Hard choice.. Love both..

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sunnygps · 10 August 2018, 12:09 PM

Milgauss

TudorTuesday · 10 August 2018, 01:18 PM

Air King wins for me as well.

Speed · 10 August 2018, 02:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BlackBeard

Hi all, I’m looking to spend around £4K on a new watch. I’ve narrowed it down to two love ‘em or hate ‘em models. Either a new AirKing (116900) or used Milgauss (116400GV). Having seen both with Rubber B straps, I’d be tempted to put them rubber!
Given I love both models equally, which would you choose and why? Is there one which is a wiser investment?
Appreciate any comments and opinions

Milgauss.

And please - no rubber strap!

Laszlo · 10 August 2018, 02:18 PM

I think they’re both fantastic.

DasKptl · 10 August 2018, 02:31 PM

Air-King.

Air-King is cooler. It's yellow-green theme is from the cockpit instruments of the Bloodhound Super-Sonic car.

peterpl · 10 August 2018, 02:31 PM

Out of those 2 the Milgauss wins for me. Must be the blue dial though

roosvelt · 10 August 2018, 05:44 PM

The air king for me. Different in a good way.

Andad · 10 August 2018, 05:50 PM

I have a GV but I really like the Airking.

Your choice.

Raku · 10 August 2018, 05:53 PM

Definitely Air-King.

Demeter008 · 10 August 2018, 05:56 PM

Milgauss, they are in a league of there own, I would suggest to get the 2008 m-series with the black dial non-green glass. I plan on making this my 6th watch, it was suppose to be my 1st but I got sidetracked and wound up with some others. I also like that it fits me or anyone that is a technician and it fits me the most, plan to use it for work.

10 August 2018, 08:15 AM	#1
BlackBeard "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: London Posts: 2	AirKing vs Milgauss Hi all, I’m looking to spend around £4K on a new watch. I’ve narrowed it down to two love ‘em or hate ‘em models. Either a new AirKing (116900) or used Milgauss (116400GV). Having seen both with Rubber B straps, I’d be tempted to put them rubber! Given I love both models equally, which would you choose and why? Is there one which is a wiser investment? Appreciate any comments and opinions

10 August 2018, 08:30 AM	#3
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10 August 2018, 09:01 AM	#7
FlyDuc78 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Sam Location: Monrovia, CA Watch: Rolex Day-Date YG Posts: 131	I go Milgauss but white dial otherwise I'll go with Air-King __________________ Rolex Oysterquartz 17000 - ON LOAN TO DAD Rolex Oysterquartz 17014 Rolex GMT-Master II 116710

10 August 2018, 02:18 PM	#24
Laszlo 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Francisco, CA Watch: Date & No Date Posts: 10,856	I think they’re both fantastic. __________________ "You might as well question why we breathe. If we stop breathing, we'll die. If we stop fighting our enemies, the world will die." Paul Henreid as Victor Laszlo in Casablanca

10 August 2018, 08:21 AM	#2
jjjones "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Australia Posts: 31	Why not consider an OP 39? Looks better and is cheaper than both. Also has a "better" movement 3132 instead of 3131. I know this is subjective but the Air King is ugly as hell, id think youd have a very hard time trying to sell it in the future.

10 August 2018, 08:41 AM	#4
Bruins7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: LA Watch: Rolex(4),15400 Posts: 1,105	Milgauss

10 August 2018, 08:45 AM	#5
BT1985 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: USA Posts: 2,911	Milgauss Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

10 August 2018, 08:53 AM	#6
RC999 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: UK Watch: SkyD blue Posts: 70	Milgauss!

10 August 2018, 09:05 AM	#8
Harry-57 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Harry Location: England Posts: 9,676	Milgauss. No contest for me. For anyone else it's their personal decision. You'll be wearing your decision, not me.

10 August 2018, 09:09 AM	#9
CoveWatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: SoCal Watch: Rolex & AP Posts: 4,535	I personally would buy the AK over the milgauss but why not try them both on for yourself and go from there

10 August 2018, 10:02 AM	#10
Largoshark "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Real Name: Mike Location: New England Posts: 1,753	Both are very cool watches, and both have a quirkiness that most other Rolex models lack. However, IMO the Milgauss is a more cohesive design, so it gets my vote. I may be biased though. Good luck!

10 August 2018, 10:03 AM	#11
Chloe&Harley 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 X2 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Real Name: Mark Location: Niagara Falls Can Watch: Milgauss white Posts: 3,087	Milgauss

10 August 2018, 10:22 AM	#12
Largoshark "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Real Name: Mike Location: New England Posts: 1,753	Also, try not to concern yourself with investment potential when making your decision. But I will say this - right now both of these models are among the worst Rolex watches in terms of value retention. HOWEVER, I think it will be interesting to see what happens with both of these models 20, 30, 40 years down the road. They are two of the most unpopular models currently available, and they both possess very unique (some may say bizarre) design choices when compared to other Rolex models. For these reasons I think they have the potential to be the most valuable of the modern Rolex line in the distant future...or not. Only time will tell.

10 August 2018, 10:25 AM	#13
Khans14 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Cleveland, Ohio Posts: 337	Milgauss without question.

10 August 2018, 10:29 AM	#14
ink3027 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Texas Posts: 715	Air King. It’s a surprisingly charming watch.

10 August 2018, 10:58 AM	#15
Nanasaka90 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Earth Watch: 16600, 126600, 126 Posts: 298	Milgauss. I had my little crush on the Airking, but after some time it just seems to me like it just wasn't well thought out.

10 August 2018, 11:48 AM	#17
2focus "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: NYC Watch: Air King 116900 Posts: 36	i found the airking more interesting

10 August 2018, 11:53 AM	#18
zaydans "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Joe Location: CONUS Watch: Rolex 116710 Posts: 994	Airking all day long.

10 August 2018, 12:02 PM	#20
Nikrnic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Louis Nick Ric Location: Michigan, USA Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs, Posts: 10,160	Own both, we'll I sold my AK to help fund a Polar to take over daily duties. Although they share the same movement the Milgauss would be my choice hands down, Its just a beauty. If it were a daily then I'd choose the Air King because it's more of a tool watch with a more legible dial, where the Milgauss has PCLs and a fully polished case. Hard choice.. Love both.. Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

10 August 2018, 12:09 PM	#21
sunnygps 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Texas Posts: 1,135	Milgauss

10 August 2018, 01:18 PM	#22
TudorTuesday "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: silicon valley Posts: 179	Air King wins for me as well.

10 August 2018, 02:31 PM	#25
DasKptl Banned Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Chicago Posts: 378	Air-King. Air-King is cooler. It's yellow-green theme is from the cockpit instruments of the Bloodhound Super-Sonic car.

10 August 2018, 02:31 PM	#26
peterpl Banned Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: . Posts: 6,692	Out of those 2 the Milgauss wins for me. Must be the blue dial though

10 August 2018, 05:44 PM	#27
roosvelt Banned Join Date: Aug 2018 Real Name: achille Location: Grosse Pointe Mi. Watch: 16613 serti 18078 Posts: 446	The air king for me. Different in a good way.

10 August 2018, 05:53 PM	#29
Raku "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: London, UK Watch: Rolex Explorer Posts: 361	Definitely Air-King.

10 August 2018, 05:56 PM	#30
Demeter008 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Golden Beach Posts: 56	Milgauss, they are in a league of there own, I would suggest to get the 2008 m-series with the black dial non-green glass. I plan on making this my 6th watch, it was suppose to be my 1st but I got sidetracked and wound up with some others. I also like that it fits me or anyone that is a technician and it fits me the most, plan to use it for work.

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