Miyota 2035

Miyota Caliber 2035

Miyota 2035

ManufacturerMiyota (Citizen)
Caliber Number2035
Movement TypeQuartz, battery-powered
Lignes6 3/4”’ x 8”’
Diameter
18.5mm x 15.3mm
Height3.15mm thick
Dial Feet
7:00 / 11:00 (needs confirmed)
JewelsNo jewels (0)
Battery Cell NumberSR626SW / 377
Battery Life
3 years
Frequency32,768Hz
Accuracy Rating
+/-20 seconds/month
Stem065-468, tap 10
Hand Count
3
Hands
1.20mm / .70mm / .17mm
FunctionsCentral hours; central minutes; central seconds
Country of ManufactureMade in Japan
Known Models
Storm Nuclear Lazer, too many to list (Add your watch in the comments below…)

Miyota caliber 2035 is a quartz movement with 0 jewels. This 3-hander caliber is a true no-date (no phantom date crown position).

The 2035 was introduced in 1981 and celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2021. That is quite remarkable, for a quartz movement to still be in the manufacturer’s current catalog after four decades.

“The de facto standard in the industry, the Caliber 2035 debuted in 1981, the year after the Miyota brand was launched. With a total of five movements developed based on Caliber 2035 in that same year, including a calendar movement and a two-hand movement, the history of Caliber 2035 began.” –The Birth of Caliber 2035

The 2035 is a record breaking watch movement. In March of 1999, the caliber 2035 was featured in the Guinness Book of World Records for manufacturing 1,769,593,600 units of the 2000 series calibers worldwide since September 1981 when it debuted.

As of this post, Miyota says they have produced more than 5 billion caliber 2035 movements (source), with at least one movement made every second. The movements are still made in Japan at the Saku Factory, which Miyota touts as one of the world’s largest watch movement factories (and just one out of the company’s 17 factories).

One thing to consider is that with a long-standing and mass-produced, ultra affordable quartz movement such as the 2035, it’s easy to assume that there are changes made throughout the years – perhaps with component manufacturing partners, materials, and text. It’s also safe to assume that in the decades since this calibre was introduced, the machinery has been updated, which could cause slight changes in the fine details of the finished product.

Example 1:

The 2035 example pictured at the top of this page was ordered from Amazon in a pack of two watch movements for $8.99 USD. This is after a discussion started in the forum here (and in the comments below) about whether or not newer 2035 movements have metal or plastic gears.

The title of the listing was: “2Pcs 2035 Quartz Watch Movement Battery Included for Japan Miyota 2035 Replacement Repair”. Images on the listing showed a movement with “UNADJUSTED” text. The movements received do not have the unadjusted text engraving, but they do have metal gears.

Movement Text: Miyota / Japan / CWMJ (the initials for Citizen Watch Manufacturing Co., Ltd.) / No Jewels

Compared to Miyota’s current stock image (as of 8/24):

Miyota Cal 2035

The Amazon movements, like many of the modern 2035 examples out in the wild, are not signed with “2035”. This makes sense since the 2000 series movements use many of the same parts. By not signing the caliber number on the main cover, they can save time and expense, while using the same cover across the entire line of movements.

The only numbers found on these movements is located at the bottom of the plastic battery tray. As you can see in the image below, it is signed with “280-39“.

Miyota 2035 280 39

Some sellers were found listing the 2035 as a “Miyota 280-39” movement, or claiming that the 2035 replaces the “280-39” movement. However, as it turns out, 280-39 refers to a Citizen battery part number – not a movement!

The battery on the Amazon movement is the correct size SR626SW cell, made by Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. in Japan.

A new stem was also included.

Miyota Caliber 2035 Stem

Below is the circuit board:

Miyota Caliber 2035 Circuit Board

Here is what the movement looks like with the battery clamp/cover, circuit board, and gear train removed:

Miyota Caliber 2035 Cover Remove

Signs of oil:

Miyota Caliber 2035 Lubrication

Dial washer:

Miyota Caliber 2035 Dial Washer

Example 2:

Below is another example with text matching Miyota’s stock images. Submitted by @kinetic_john of a 2035 movement found in his Storm Nuclear Lazer watch here.

Miyota Caliber 2035

Notice that the text on the movement is different than the example above.

Movement Text: Unadjusted / Miyota Co. / Japan / No Jewels

Why do watch enthusiasts love the 2035?

There are a lot of reasons why the 2035 is a respected quartz movement, starting with it’s low price, high availability – and dependability considering the previous two factors.

Other reasons include the fact that it has metal parts – specifically, metal gear train and covers (although that has been up for debate):

Miyota Caliber 2035 Metal Gears

Look at that brushed finish. Who says cheap quartz movements aren’t finished 😛

Below is the metal cannon pinion with driving wheel (part 028-610):

Miyota Caliber 2035 Cannon Pinion Driving Wheel 028 610

Even though the coil is way too close to the battery release arm, the coil is covered in a solid glue-like coating to help prevent any damage to the coil if the tool slips. This is just one extra step that other manufacturers don’t bother with, and another reason to appreciate the 2035.

Miyota Caliber 2035 Coil Glue

Accuracy Rating:

Miyota claims the average accuracy of the cal. 2035 movement to be +/-20 seconds/month in normal operating conditions.

Battery Life/Runtime:

The 2035 has a battery life of 3 years.

This movement also has a hacking function which can serve as a power saving feature. Pulling out the crown/stem to time setting position can reduce the power being used if you’re not going to wear the watch for a while. Be careful storing your watch with the stem pulled out, you don’t want to catch the stem/crown on something or bend it.

Crown/Stem Removal:

Miyota calibers such as the 2035 do not have an arrow to indicate the location of the release button for stem removal. Also, there are several peg-like shapes sticking out of the movement that appear to be buttons, but they are actually there to hold parts of the movement in place.

Instead, you will be looking for a small indentation, which you will press down with your tweezers to allow for the stem to be released.

Miyota Caliber 2035 Setting Lever Detent Button

Follow the video below:

Replacement Prices:

At the time of this post, prices for the caliber 2035 quartz movement were found online around $5.95.

You can order replacement movements here (your purchase supports this site).

Replacement/Repair:

Although the 2035 is a metal movement, it is typically considered to be a replaceable movement in the watch community. This is mostly because the cost of the movement is low enough replace with a new one. However, before going that route, it’s always worth it to check the coil conductivity and potentially replace it rather than the entire movement. This would also save time and hassle since you wouldn’t need to remove the hands and install them on the new movement. Coils can usually be found individually or in packs of 10.

The Miyota 2XXX series coil part number is 246-144.

Miyota Caliber 2035 Coil Replacement

Even if you do buy a new movement, it might be worth it to use the coil from the new movement first before swapping the movements completely (just be careful not to damage the new coil).


2035 Assembly/Disassembly Video:

Fake 2035 Movements?

It appears that there are indeed fake 2035 movements on the market. The made in China versions may work just as well as a genuine 2035, but for about $10 more, you can find a real one. Prices for the “replacement” movements were found for as low as $1.61 USD. Amazon even sells 2 for $7.99.

Similar Calibers:

Previously, there was also a caliber 2035 with a “Super” designation. The Super 2035 was listed at having a higher accuracy (+/-15 seconds/month) and longer battery life (4 years). It also featured a gold tone finish and a coil cover.

The caliber 2036 is almost identical to the 2035 with the major difference being that the 2036 is a high hand version. High hand movements allow more clearance between the movement and the hands, giving more options for the dial design.

Other similar movements include:

  • 2035G – Gold plated
  • 2025 – No central seconds hand
  • 2034 – Disc seconds hand

Interesting note: The official instruction manual for the cal. 2035 is shared with the calibres 203A, 2033, 2036. and 2039.

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Jrman8445
Jrman8445
4 years ago

Vaer S5 Field watch has the Miyota 2035 with 2 year warranty .

Stephen
Stephen
4 years ago

A wonderful piece of engineering. Just be sure that the crown is pushed in before pressing down on the release when removing the stem.

Black Kaiser
Black Kaiser
3 years ago

80years annyversity bosh blue sub watch whint date has that movement! It looks good and have no almost zero sound the

Vlad
Vlad
3 years ago

We use it in GENEVE, HONOR, and many other collections.

Gil E. Elliott
Gil E. Elliott
11 months ago
Reply to  Vlad

You use a made in Japan movement in a watch brand called Geneve? Nice.

Nicolás Carvajal
Nicolás Carvajal
3 years ago

All Casio Watches 1330 (this is the machine code) use this caliber

Nicolás Carvajal
Nicolás Carvajal
3 years ago

Also, all Q&Q simple watches use them

Wibowo PR
Wibowo PR
2 years ago

could you, please, explain about the 7T35 caliber ?! Is this caliber genuine movement from Miyota?!

I can’t find the specs on the Miyota website

MellowMel
MellowMel
2 years ago
Reply to  Wibowo PR

7T35 is Citizen’s number I think. Same as 2035. 7T35 is interchangeable with Miyota 2035. Citizen makes Miyotas. You’re all good brother.

Tony
Tony
2 years ago

Bertucci A-1S has this caliber

Jim Demello
Jim Demello
2 years ago

Used in cheaper Shanghai watch.

Jim Demello
Jim Demello
2 years ago
Reply to  Jim Demello

Also used in fake Enicar watch that says Automatic on dial face and stamped on back of case. This watch must have cost about $2 to $3 to produce as it sells for $10.00.

Stephen
Stephen
2 years ago

Can these replace a Seiko Y121E? Are the hand post diameters the same? Thanks.

Richard Hufnagel
Richard Hufnagel
9 months ago
Reply to  Stephen

I’d say ÿes”, at least 98% true though, I’d be guessing too. 😀

Stephen
Stephen
8 months ago

Thanks.

Zachmonoda
Member
4 months ago
Reply to  Stephen

Why not just use another Seiko Y121? My cheap “George” Walmart $8.88 watch has one, and is now just 6 seconds fast after 3 months!

Bill
Bill
2 years ago

I used the Miyota 2035 to replace even cheaper Z618 Chinese movements. The Z618 were slow and the minute hand jumped with the second hand. The 2035 was a perfect fit but wondering if there is a Swiss equivalent to the 2035.

richard
richard
1 year ago

In my ben sherman tank with a r.a.f sign is sitting one.Of citizen,take 5.No complains about it.

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Kenneth wiles
Kenneth wiles
1 year ago

I have a watch I inherited and it’s almost the same movement as the one above but it has 1 jewel with silver oxide cell 364. I don’t know if it’s worth refurbishing. I don’t even know if it runs but does need a battery of course. And the watch itself is degradated some sort of pot metal casting. What do you think? Toss it or not?

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CJDUDHF
Member
3 months ago
Reply to  Kenneth wiles

This is the older version of this movement,newer one has no jewels.

Philip
Philip
1 year ago

Can anyone tell me if this movement has a trimmer condenser?

J.Tikka
J.Tikka
1 year ago

Such an unsung hero! Totally awesome, cheap, reliable, easy to keep going, also easily replaced, even repaired if needed. However: ”It is considered a replaceable movement.” ..? I guess you meant to say its cheap and plentiful enough not to be worth repairing/servicing? Other than that it is actually a FULLY REPAIRABLE METAL CONSTRUCTION watch movement, leaving behind a good number of other japanese and even many swiss entry-level quartz movts.

J.Tikka
J.Tikka
11 months ago
Reply to  calibercorner

Hi! Good job on the update, such a pleasure once again (as your writings tend to be). This great little movement has been on so many of my watches over the years and recently I found them on Casio MRW-200H (the minimalistic AQ-24 also uses them) and really love their solid performance and apparent longevity and easy repairability. Recognising and celebrating their 40 years of success is what they truly deserve.

Patrick
Patrick
11 months ago
Reply to  J.Tikka

This movement has no date complication so I don’t think that it can be used in a Casio MRW-200H You may be confusing it with the Miyota 2035?

J.Tikka
J.Tikka
11 months ago
Reply to  Patrick

Yes, I mean to say that the whole range of this Miyota 2xxx-series is awesome, whether it is built with or without a date/day-date/moonphase/some other complication. You are right, each variant has its own designation.

Patrick
Patrick
11 months ago
Reply to  J.Tikka

Yes, You are correct. I didn’t mean to come across as pikky. The 2xxx series is absolutely amazing. They are so cheap on Aliexpress that I have spare movements for all of my Casio analog watches and I have never replaced one of them yet. I even fitted a 5R21into an Omega Deville ladies watch in place of the original ETA movement. I was quoted $123.00 for the ETA and I paid $10.00 for the Miyota and it keeps excellent time. My wife corrects the time approximately every 3 months.

CJDUDHF
Member
6 months ago

Newer version of the Movement marked as: No Jewels MIYOTA CWMJ

Md. Jarif
Md. Jarif
4 months ago

I received this movement from aliexpress. Seems like this is the fake one that is mentioned in this articale. It doesn’t say unadjusted. Rather it says Miyota, Japan, CWMJ. Another thing I noticed is that the long connecting pin right of the quartz is plastic (marked)

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CJDUDHF
Member
3 months ago
Reply to  Md. Jarif

This is the newest version of the movement.
Now third wheel,fifth wheel are changed to plastic,and Fourth wheel stop lever has been added for protecting these plastic wheels.

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Gabriel
Gabriel
4 months ago

It is quite a decent movement IMHO. I have it in my Rdunae RA03 (US Vietnam War era field watch homage) and I cannot be more satisfied. I love the watch, it is a very small one compared to the today’s standards (34.5mm case width and 41.8mm lug to lug). It fits perfectly on my 16cm/6.3inches wrist. I’m really happy that Rdunae choose a true no-date movement for the watch, as I hate date and also ghost date watches. The simpler the better for me – that’s why I love field watches. On AliExpress they stated that the watch has… Read more »

Md. Jarif
Md. Jarif
4 months ago
Reply to  Gabriel

The super 2035 is gold plated.

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