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Great Gifts For Dad That Won't Break The Bank
Dads can be incredibly difficult to shop for. Either you know exactly what you want to get them and have known for months, or you're scanning the web for an inexpensive, dad-friendly gift that you didn't already get him for Father's Day. Did you already get him a subscription to Golf magazine? Did you already get him two of those World's Best Dad mugs? What about that tie contraption, did you get that for him last year? You can't keep track because there's so much impersonal basic dad stuff out there.
But you don't want to get him another gift that neither of you can remember. You want to get him something that he'll actually use or appreciate. You want to get him something that shows you care and that you took the time to think about him. At the same time, you don't want to break the bank. Besides, your dad would probably be furious if you spent a lot of money on him, he'd rather you handle your bills and adult expenses. That said, if you have the kind of dad who says he doesn't want anything, don't be fooled, he might use it against you as ammo in the future. It's always safer to get your dad something. Here's some dad-spiration:
Foldable Headphones
For the dad who hates earbuds, these soft, collapsable headphones are the perfect sporty alternative.
Foldable Headphones With In Line Mic, $13, TJ Maxx
Men's Fashion Book
Better than another magazine subscription, the GQ coffee table book is an encyclopedia of style.
GQ Men's Book, $50, TJ Maxx
Leather Wallet
Dads tend to use the same wallet for way too long — it's like, basically disintegrating before they get a new one. Do him a favor and give him something simple that he can swap with.
Pebble Leather Billfold Wallet, $20, TJ Maxx
Subscription Box
Birchbox makes the most incredible packages for men, too. Gift your dad a three-month subscription of samples he'll love to test out.
Birch box Men's 3 Month, $60, Birchbox
Beer Kit
Give you dad a gift that he can get involved with. This beer-making kit has everything he'll need to make a whole gallon of beer.
Brooklyn Brew Shop Beer Making Kit, $48, Overstock
Darth Vader Oven Mit
Now your dad can cook or grill out Darth Vader-style. It's funny, but it's useful!
Star Wars Darth Vader Silicone Oven Mit, $10, Think Geek
Bluetooth Key Ring
For the forgetful dad who can't ever find his keys, search no more! This device will pair with his phone and he'll never lose his keys again!
Bluetooth Tracking Tag, $40, UncommonGoods
Himalayan Salt Slab
For the dad who loves to grill, this gift will seriously elevate his culinary game.
Himalayan Salt BBQ Plank, $30, UncommonGoods
Omelet Dish
The perfect omelet is hard to make, but with this stoneware clay dish, your dad will make the perfect omelet every time.
45 Second Omelet Maker, $25, UncommonGoods
Gear Key Holder
If your dad is into cars or mechanics, he'll love this moving key ring made of real gears. It's decorative and useful.
Kinetic Gear Key Holder, $48, UncommonGoods
Portable Bluetooth Speaker
If your dad likes to listen to music or podcasts while he's tinkering in the garage, he'll love this portable speaker — he can take it anywhere.
AmazonBasics Portable Bluetooth Speaker, $35, Amazon
Activity Tracker
The Misfit is the most inconspicuous fitness tracker there is. It looks just like a watch but collects all the data you need and you can check it out from your phone.
Misfit Flash, $13, Amazon
A Candle
These rustic, natural-smelling candles are just the thing your dad didn't know he needed.
Montana Forest, $24, Brooklyn Candle Studio
Fleece Robe
You can never have enough cozy clothes for the winter. Get this for your dad and he'll probably slip right into it and wear it through New Years.
John Christian Fleece Robe, $38, Amazon
A Drone
It sounds expensive and complicated, but it's actually not. It's basically a toy airplane with a camera, and yes, it will keep your dad seriously occupied.
Blade Nano QX BNF Quadcopter, $50, Amazon
Fancy Drip Coffee Maker
Spice up your dad's morning coffee game with this high quality brewer.
Osaka Pour-Over Coffee Dripper, $35, Amazon
Ear Warmers
Whether your dad's an outdoor winter runner or is simply in charge of taking the dogs out, he'll appreciate this gift that will keep his ears toasty.
Northface Ear Gear, $20, Zappos
Work Gloves
These gloves are both warm and durable. Your dad will get a lot of use out of them.
