The Tachyon: A Tribute to the Hypothetical Frontier of Speed
In theoretical physics, there exists a particle so elusive, so fundamentally impossible, that it has captured the imagination of scientists and science fiction writers alike: the tachyon. First proposed in the 1960s, a tachyon is a hypothetical particle that travels faster than the speed of light—a limit thought to be unbreakable. Though never observed, the idea of the tachyon continues to symbolize pure velocity, theoretical boundaries, and the untouchable edge of possibility[1].
Chronographs have long been associated with motorsports and aviation, tools used to harness and track speed in real time. In that tradition, the Tachyon is not just a timepiece—it’s a symbol of chasing the unreachable. Because speed isn’t always about how fast you go—it’s about how closely you flirt with the edge of what’s possible. In the spirit of the particle it’s named for, this watch invites you to move a little faster, see a little sharper, and live a little closer to the limit.
We named the Tachyon 40mm Quartz Chronograph after this elusive concept for a reason. The watch is a sleek, high-precision instrument—a chronograph designed to measure moments in motion, built for those who value clarity, accuracy, and control under pressure. Whether used for timing laps on the racetrack or simply marking a fast-moving day, the Tachyon speaks in seconds, not metaphors. With its crisp matte black dial, bold red accents, and dual subdials, the design feels like a cross between cockpit instrumentation and a concept drawing from a future that hasn’t quite arrived.
For fans of science fiction, there’s an added layer: the Tachyon particle plays a recurring role in the Star Trek universe, often appearing in episodes involving time travel, cloaking technology, or the edges of known space. As a subtle nod to that legacy, our two Tachyon watch variants are named Enterprise and Defiant—after the iconic Federation starships that braved deep space, explored temporal anomalies, and navigated the unknown[2]. In these names, we honor both the precision of science and the boldness of imagination.
Footnotes
[1] Feinberg, Gerald. "Possibility of Faster-Than-Light Particles." Physical Review, 1967.
[2] Okuda, Michael, et al. The Star Trek Encyclopedia: A Reference Guide to the Future. Harper Design, 2016.
