Honouring Half a Century: The Resilient Journey and Triumphs of MIYOTA’s Caliber 82 Series

Emerging from the vibrant land of the rising sun, MIYOTA, a Japanese movement manufacturer, boasts an incredible heritage that began its journey in 1959. It set its foundation stone when Citizen Watch Co., Ltd. carved a niche for itself with a dedicated factory to craft movements exclusively for its watches. Today, MIYOTA’s movements have entrenched themselves into the very heart of countless luxury timepieces, testifying to its legacy and craftsmanship.

Both the analog quartz Caliber 20 Series and mechanical Caliber 80 Series are testimonies to MIYOTA’s standing in horology, with over four decades in the industry. Each year, MIYOTA showcases its innovative strides at the global platform of the Inhorgenta Fair, Munich, with a spotlight on its mechanical inventions.

MIYOTA’s growth narrative took a decisive turn in 1986 when the manufacturer’s logo began to be engraved on the rotors of its movements. This led to the genesis of the MIYOTA Caliber 8205, a facet of the universal mechanical movement standard.

Inspiration drawn from the aspiration to endear more people to the joy of mechanical watches has driven countless innovations in the Caliber 82 series. One notable revolution is the incorporation of an indirect seconds design, offering the timepiece both thinness and resilience.

Beyond its innovations, MIYOTA has equipped itself with a self-reliant manufacturing system, producing all the critical components in-house. This integration helps deliver rigorous quality control and progressive improvements in product functionality.

It is no surprise then, that the MIYOTA Caliber 82 Series has a loyal following worldwide and has been a consistent bestseller. Mechanical watches’ increasing appeal, viewed against their quartz counterparts, is a testament to the artisanal value that the Caliber 82 Series brings to the table. As MIYOTA, with its Caliber 82 Series, completes half a century in the industry, it remains a cherished icon in the world of horology.