How the blacked-out Rolex Milgauss become a celebrity favourite?

Like it or loathe it, the “modified” watch is here to stay. And, at any price point, you have increased access to it. At the top end, you can modify your Piaget Ultimate concept in any way you like. In the celebrity section, you have the long-standing practice of “blacking out” Rolexes – bringing a Hollywood twist to standard replica Rolex offerings, notably the Milgauss. Here are a fewcelebrities who bet their big crown Milgauss on black.
First, sitcom legend and “Friends” star Jennifer Aniston has been spotted wearing her black Rolex Milgauss several times. The stainless steel case has been given a DLC or PVD glossy black finish over the original satin and mirror polished finish. She further adjusted the look by opting for a transparent sapphire crystal instead of the green crystal that usually accompanies it. Considering the predominantly black look and the small amount of orange in the second hand and markers, I can’t help but wonder how this watch will look with our own Time+Tide Club Limited Edition Erika’s Original NATO.
The late Chef Anthony Bourdain was known for travelling the world, exploring the cuisine, and sharing his experiences with his many fans and viewers of his television series. As a chef, especially one who travelled a lot, it made sense that he would want to blend the reliability of a Rolex with the stealthy beauty that an all-black fake Rolex can offer. The Rolex Milgauss is a pure time watch known for its excellent resistance to magnetism.
Anthony Kiedis, a lead singer of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, brings a different approach to the Milgauss. Like the first two, this watch has been treated with a DLC or PVD coating, but the case and bracelet have a carbon fibre-like texture or aesthetic in this example. When you zoom in on the image above, you’ll notice the vaguely etched pattern throughout the metal, creating a rugged look for a rock star.
Jeff Goldblum is known for his charming eccentricities. He is a man who cannot follow trends – he prefers to set them. It makes perfect sense that Jeff would avoid the usual Rolex watches in his collection. Like many of the celebrities on this list, Jeff chose a black Rolex Milgauss, and while you might expect more of a peacock motif on his wrist, this watch matches the sex symbol in his personality. That’s on display here.
See a trend here? I know, I know – another black Rolex Milgauss. It’s one of his favourite watches, and Conan was spotted wearing it several times while taping late-night talk shows. Clearly, the Rolex Milgauss is a watch that celebrities and professionals alike can rely on, and the black PVD or DLC finish brings a touch of Hollywood to this esteemed watch.