Noctigon/Thrower

Noctigon KR1

Name: Noctigon KR1
Brand: Noctigon
Price: 55 USD
Availability: InStock

Hank's compact thrower with a tail switch. The KR1 is the pocket thrower of choice for enthusiasts — Anduril 2, aux LEDs, and impressive reach in a small package.

Beam profile

Thrower, about 8.1° wide. Reach first: a small hotspot that puts light a long way out.

Estimated from 1,400 lm ÷ 90,000 cd — how this works

$55

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Specifications

Output: 1400lm
Peak intensity: 90000cd
Beam distance: 600m
Emitter: Osram CSLPM1
Colour rendering: 70 CRI
Beam type: Throw
Cell: 18650
Runtime: 1 hr (high)
Modes: Ramping + Stepped
Interface: Anduril 2
Water/dust: IP67
Dimensions: 4.5 x 1.3 in
Weight: 3.5 oz
Warranty: Manufacturer Limited

Manufacturer figures, measured to ANSI FL1 where the brand states it.

Features

Anduril UI Aux LEDs Pocket Clip Waterproof (IP67+)Tail Switch Lockout Mode

What owners report

Noctigon KR1/5 sources reviewed

A tail-e-switch pocket thrower that owners rate as the best of its kind at the price — it throws remarkably well for the size, and the community consistently praises Noctigon's build: threads mildly greased, o-rings greased for sealing, and a stainless steel bezel that both looks professional and resists impact far better than aluminium. The emitter and colour-bin choice is wide, and owners note it's noticeably lighter than a D4Sv2, which is why it gets carried.

The design improvements matter too: the inner tube is retained so you can't lose it, and the spring gives better contact with less chance of flicker. Three criticisms: the default clip is very roomy and not ideal for daily carry, with owners recommending the KR4 deep-carry clip instead; there's no USB charging, so a dedicated lithium-ion charger is required; and the pricing is steep for the format.

Consistently praised

Throws exceptionally well for a pocket-sized light
Stainless steel bezel — professional-looking and far tougher than aluminium
Threads and o-rings properly greased from the factory
Wide emitter and colour-bin choice
Light enough that owners actually carry it, unlike heavier alternatives

Common complaints

The default clip is too roomy for daily carry — swap for the KR4 deep-carry clip
No USB charging; a dedicated lithium-ion charger is required
Steep pricing for the format
Small-batch enthusiast supply rather than retail availability
Little spill, as with any thrower

Questions people ask

Should I replace the clip?: Owners recommend it — the standard clip is roomy enough that the light rides high in a pocket. The KR4 deep-carry clip fits and is the usual fix.
How does it charge?: It doesn't. There's no port, so you need a separate lithium-ion charger. That's standard across Hank's lights.
KR1 or KR4?: The KR1 is the single-emitter pocket thrower; the KR4 is the quad flooder. Completely different beams from the same family — choose on whether you want reach or coverage.
Why the stainless bezel?: It resists impact far better than aluminium, so the front of the light survives being dropped face-down. On a thrower with a exposed lens that's genuinely useful.

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