Can you imagine a British-built space shuttle?
In the 1960s, the UK quietly developed one — at least on paper.
It was called Project MUSTARD: the Multi-Unit Space Transport and Recovery Device.
A bold, modular shuttle system that could launch into orbit and land like a plane.
Years ahead of its time.
Never built.
But never forgotten.
INSPIRED BY THE FUTURE THAT NEVER WAS
Here at Helicon Watches, we’ve always been fascinated by engineering stories lost to time — and the optimism behind them.
Our next release is inspired by one of Britain’s boldest “what if” moments — and it’s been a long time in the making.
It’s a tribute to British innovation, designed and assembled right here in the UK, and built to perform in all environments — even the most extreme.
LAUNCHING SOON
This is a project we’ve poured our hearts into — a brand-new watch, shaped by a remarkable forgotten story, and made with British watchmakers, UK-based designers, and craft packaging partners.
It’s our most ambitious release yet — and it launches July 1st.
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Disclaimer
Historical concept art used under fair use for educational and illustrative purposes.
Project MUSTARD and BAC materials are attributed to BAE Systems.
Helicon Watches is an independent British company with no affiliation to BAE Systems.
Project MUSTARD is inspired by the ground breaking research and archival material featured in
British Secret Projects: Britain’s Space Shuttle– Volume 5
by Dan Sharp, published by Crécy.
We highly recommend the book for those interested in the hidden history of British aerospace innovation.
The future is coming.
