The Beacon Lantern was inspired by two durable and lasting lighting pieces that came before it. The body shape and protective casing are based on a traditional fisherman’s lantern called an onion lamp. These lanterns served as a primary source of light for fishermen. They aided the crew in staying the course through even the most tumultuous elements.

The traditional coal miner’s lamp serves as another source of inspiration. Anchored throughout underground mining tunnels, these lanterns served as miners’ guardians as they worked through dangerous, dark environments. Our carabiner top is a nod to the effectiveness and versatility of this historic lantern.