If you were a nuclear scientist, you'd wear a Rolex—a Milgauss, to be exact. First introduced in 1954, the Milgauss was named for its resistance to One Thousand Gauss (a measure of magnetic activity). Post WWII, there was a massive rise in nuclear studies, and scientists who relied on their precision instrument watches needed a more anti-magnetic watch to resist the day-to-day exposure to these highly magnetic forces—and Rolex was happy to answer their call. The Reference 6541 had an Oyster case and a graduated rotating bezel, similar in appearance to the early Submariner references. The dial is made of webbed laminated copper to protect the movement from the magnetic fields, which collectors refer to as a 'honeycomb' dial. Surviving its duties in outstanding shape, and still retaining its original boxes and papers, this Milgauss is ready for its time in the sun. Currently on view to the public during the Luxury Week exhibition at #SothebysNewYork through 8 June, the watch stars in...