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Smithey Cast Iron Bottle Opener
Toss this bad boy into your tacklebox, backpack cooler, or camping containers, and you’ll always have an easy, quick way to crack open a cold beer at the end of a long day.
The bottle opener is built from cast iron (the same as your favorite skillet), so you know it’ll be tough enough to withstand the sort of rough handling it’ll see around the campsite, out on the boat, or around your backyard BBQs.
It’s even built to look like Smithey’s cookware, down to the shape of the handle and the iconic three-hole handle helper. Now that’s a blend of form and function that makes it a truly great choice if you need another cool bottle opener in your life.
NEBO Davinci Flashlight
There will never again be a night too dark to see with this insanely bright flashlight in hand. The Davinci 18000 from NEBO is capable of generating a whopping 18,000 lumens, enough to illuminate your campsite, warehouse, or cluttered garage with ease.
With five light settings (strobe, low, medium, high, and TURBO) and up to 2x zoom, you can adjust the output and beam distance to ensure you’ve always got the best light for your specific surroundings.
The shell is built from aircraft-grade aluminum, and is insanely tough, with a IP67 waterproof rating that’ll make it the perfect flashlight to have on your fishing boat, kayak, or in the heaviest downpour.
Add to that a 5,000 mAh battery with USB-C recharging, a power indicator and charging indicator light, and both Smart Power Control and Smart Temperature Control, and you can see why it’s such a highly recommended workhorse flashlight.
Rheem HotWave Sprayer
Whether you’re washing your car or hosing off a muddy dog, you’ll be glad for Rheem’s newest invention: the multipurpose hot water sprayer.
The HotWave is designed to hook up to any garden or yard hose, plug into a 120V/15 amp power source, and instantly heat up the water to up to 115 degrees (with temperature settings that you can adjust as desired).
It’s a tankless water heater sized to fit in your hand, offering on-the-spot hot water for any household or work site task. Thanks to the sprayer’s four spray patterns (Shower, Center, Flat, and Jet), you can choose the right setting for the job you’re doing.
The ergonomic grip is easy to activate and comes with a built-in trigger lock so you can set it and forget it. It’s an amazing tool to upgrade your washing capabilities by providing hot water on-demand.
The James Brand Cambro Tray Set
If you like to keep all your important EDC items in one place, ready to grab on your way out the door, you’ll find The Cambro Tray Set by the James Brand is just the thing for you.
There are two sizes in this set (large and small) giving you options depending on the amount of stuff you keep in your pockets, or how much space you have on your desk, entry table, or nightstand.
The trays are built using fiberglass, which is tough, won’t shatter if you drop or knock it over, is scratch-resistant, and even dishwasher-safe.
Built in the USA (in California), it’s an American-made EDC tray that is tough enough to serve your daily needs to perfection and look good doing it.
Gift for Men in the 1900s
Pocket watches were quite popular with men until World War 1 when pilots and soldiers in the trenches strapped on wristwatches.
BLACK+DECKER’s Snake Light
This BLACK+DECKER light embodies flexibility and versatility in all the best ways. Built with a flexible gooseneck, it can be twisted, turned, and contorted any way you want it, allowing you to wrap it around a pole, hang it from the roof, lean it on your car, or conform it to whatever hands-free configuration works best.
One end features a bright LED light bulb useful for lighting up small rooms, reading, or arts and crafts, while the other end features a small directional light.
The larger bulb has up to 15 hours of run time on a full charge, with 4.5 hours for the smaller penlight end. But don’t worry: you can keep the light running while it’s plugged into USB power to charge. You won’t find a more user-friendly and conveniently designed tool for light anywhere.
WESN Microblade
WESN is a brand well-known around the world for its high-quality knives, but they’re adding a pop of color and style thanks to their collaboration with Glidr. Now, you’ve got an EDC tool that not only delivers quality, but adds a touch of design to your daily loadout.
The 1.5” knife blade is made from premium D2 steel, and is thick enough that it can be used for cutting small bits of wood, shaving kindling, or carving drywall. The handle comes in four bright, eye-catching colorways, all limited edition, and made using aluminum and titanium that can handle even wet or muddy work environments.
The thumb flipper makes it easy to deploy the blade one-handed, and the lanyard hole set into the handle allows you to secure it to your pack, vest, or work belt.
Thermacell Lighted Rechargeable Mosquito Repeller
Prepare for the inevitable mosquito season. This handy little Thermacell rechargeable-battery-powered repeller is just the thing you need, to not only keep the bugs away, but add a pop of lighting to your backyard or campground.
The Thermacell EL55 creates a 20-foot “mosquito-free zone” using butane-powered repellant, working in just 15 minutes and providing up to 9 hours of protection from bugs.
Unlike competitors, the EL55 runs the light off the same lithium ion battery pack (rather than using AA batteries) to deliver a longer-lasting light source (up to 5.5 hours).
It’s a true two-in-one appliance that you will be very happy for this summer when the “skeeters” are out and you want to enjoy a relaxing evening on your deck or sitting around a campfire.
Arcade A2 Belt
The Arcade belt is already insanely convenient; just set it to your desired length, click the ends together, and you’ll never have to worry about it again. But now, with the A2, it gets a major upgrade where it counts: the buckle.
Where the previous buckle occasionally required a bit of futzing to get it to click right (annoying and difficult to do in the dark), this new buckle slides instantly into place and provides a secure hold that won’t slip or break even with regular hardcore use.
The upgraded buckle is also more comfortable when sitting, standing, and lying down, fitting your body better and sliding more smoothly through your belt loops.
The new A2 buckle is introduced across a select range of Arcade’s well-made belts, including the new Atlas, Carto, and Out of Range styles, and additional A2 styles will be introduced later in 2023.
SKOTTI Collapsible Gas Grill
Take this little collapsible gas grill with you on your next hiking, backpacking, or camping trip to turn every meal into a true grilled feast.
Built according to the exacting precision standards achieved by quality German engineering, this grill is designed to fold down small enough to fit in a portable case no larger than a laptop bag, weighing just 7.7 pounds.
Assembly time takes mere minutes, with all the components fitting together perfectly and easily, and all you’ve got to do is connect the propane bottle and you’re ready to get grilling. Add on accessories to turn this grill into a roaster, smoker, and pizza oven, or just use it to fire up a delicious grilled meal.
When the time comes to move on, the quick-cooling metal will be easily disassembled and tucked away into its carrying case. Though lightweight, it’s built incredibly tough using corrosion-resistant, high-quality stainless steel that will last you for years of regular outdoor use.
Gift for Men in the 1910s
Also known as the "Soldier's camera", this compact folding camera fit nicely into a user's pocket allowing for portablility.
The Tokyo Work Bag from Bellroy
Bellroy brings a truly convenient and durable design to your daily commute with the Tokyo Work Bag – a briefcase style daily hauler. You’ve got all the carrying options you could ask for, thanks to the padded shoulder strap, rolled-edge webbing handles, and luggage pass-through, and it’s sized just right to fit a 16-inch laptop and all your daily essentials.
Thanks to the ultra-wide zip opening, you have easy access to everything you’ve got stored in the spacious main compartment. Organizing everything is an absolute breeze thanks to the internal slip pockets, divided front pocket, hidden rear document pocket, and mesh sunglasses pocket. You can even carry your water bottle around with you in the side pocket, sized large enough for most “standard” 1L bottles. The bag is backed by a 3-year warranty.
All-weather Card Pocket from Bellroy
Whether you’re hopping on a ferry, zipping around town on your e-bike, or headed overseas on vacation, you’ll want to have this little card pocket wallet handy.
The exterior is built tough, using LWG gold-rated leather that is treated with a water-resistant finish that will shrug off damp conditions, and even survive being submerged thanks to the reverse coil Aquaguard zipper.
The interior has space enough to store 10 cards, and even includes a small pocket pouch for coins, keys, and other compact items. However, you can also use it as a bike tire repair kit or a safe place to carry around SD cards, IDs, badges, and other compact EDC essentials.
Best of all, it’s backed by Bellroy’s 3-year warranty, and built sturdy enough that you can take it anywhere, to use anytime, under any weather conditions.
Thrudark Cordura Mountain Socks
For those chilly autumn and spring hikes, wear these bad boys in your hiking boots and you’ll never have to worry about cold or blisters again.
Made from fine micron Merino wool (with just a hint of Lycra for elasticity), the high quality socks have Cordura nylon reinforcing at both the toe box and the heel so they won’t wear out, fray, or rip even after hundreds of miles of hiking and trekking.
The 15cm or 30cm cuff lengths makes them perfect to wear in any size hiking or work boot. Like all Merino socks, they’re extremely warm while still offering good breathability, and will do wonders to reduce foot odors no matter how much you sweat in your boots. They’ve got an excellent thermal rating, too, so you can trust they’ll keep you warm in all but the coldest winter weather.
Weber Lumin Electric Grill
Grill up your food with the great taste of a wood-fired grill, but with the convenience of electric power. The Weber Lumin is an electric grill designed specifically for grillmasters who need that hit of smoke, complete with a smokebox where you can fire wood chips and infuse your food with all the complexity of flavor it brings.
Capable of reaching 600 F, it’s hot enough to get that perfect sear on your steaks every time, but offers precise temperature controls so your meat is always cooked to perfection.
It’s also got other settings and add-ons that lets you not only steam and boil your food, but also keep it warm so people can come back for seconds and thirds. Though it’s designed for tabletop use, you can purchase a stand to use on its own. It’s insanely versatile and a truly excellent addition to your balcony or urban porch grilling setup.
Gerber Lockdown Pry Multi-tool
If you need a slimmer, lighter multi-tool to carry around without adding extra heft to the contents of your pockets, you’ll love Gerber’s Lockdown Slim Pry.
It comes with seven integrated tools: a pry bar, two sizes of flathead screwdriver, bottle opener, nail puller, chisel edge, fine and coarse file, and a 2.5-inch blade. Thanks to the textured aluminum handle, you can easily grip the tool even in gloves or with wet or muddy hands, and the liner lock keeps all your tools securely in place when in use or stowed in your pack or pocket.
Best of all, the tool is backed by the Gerber Guarantee, a limited lifetime warranty that ensures you get the best possible use out of it for the rest of your life. Now that’s an EDC tool you can love.
Gift for Men in the 1920s
Always a popular gift with men of every age in the early part of the 20th century.
Makita Outdoor Adventure Lantern
Makita is one of the best-known and most-loved manufacturers of power tools, renowned for their high quality, durability, and affordability. Now, with their “Outdoor Adventure” line of cordless products, you can take Makita with you to any job site and camp site.
Their latest offering, the Outdoor Adventure 18V LXT Bluetooth Radio and L.E.D. Lantern, is a working and camping man’s best friend. With it, you’ve got access to FM radio stations (thanks to the antenna built into the lantern guard) as well as a Bluetooth connection to your mobile devices so you can play your music or podcast while working, hiking, or camping.
The LED lantern has four lighting modes (flashlight, 360-degree lantern, three-side lantern, and strobe flashlight), two brightness settings (310 and 130 lumens), and three color modes (warm, neutral white, and daylight white), so you can customize your illumination however you want it. Once you slide in the Makita 18V LXT 5.0Ah battery (sold separately), you’ve got up to 44 hours of music playback and 16 hours of illumination.
Journey Rapid TRIO 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station
Charge all your Apple devices on a single, sleek charging station. The Rapid TRIO 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station by JOURNEY lets you power up your AirPods, Apple Watch, and iPhone all at the same time, using magnetic wireless fast-charging that will top up your devices’ batteries at lightning speed.
One really cool feature of this charger is the detachable Apple Watch charger, which you can unplug from the stand, throw in your bag, and carry with you for instantly accessible USB-C charging anywhere you go.
The magnetic phone charger doubles as a stand so you can watch TV or browse the internet hands-free. Thanks to the swivel mount and vertical design, it will be a convenient way to keep your phone close at hand without taking up unnecessary space on your desk or nightstand.
Nomad Horween Leather Card Wallet
Nomad’s card wallet is a true example of convenience and elegance. Built using American-sourced Horween leather thermoformed onto a layer of reinforcing fabric, it’s tough, abrasion-resistant, and guaranteed to grow more beautiful over years of use as it develops its own unique patina.
The slim fit makes it easy to carry in your front or back pants pocket, as well as any pocket in your jacket, hoodie, or edc pouch. With space to hold 10 cards—3 in the external card slots, and an additional 7 in the inner pocket—plus a bit of cash, it’s the ideal addition to your daily loadout.
Ring Car Cam
The Ring Car Cam was launched in 2020, but didn’t really make much of a splash (perhaps because most of us were staying indoors and working from home at the time). Now, it’s back and ready to upgrade your vehicle’s security.
The cam doesn’t feature a built-in screen, meaning it’s compact enough so as to be almost invisible from outside the car, but the dual-facing screens offer you a clear view of both the interior and exterior of your car.
All the footage is accessible via the Ring app, and you’ll also receive alerts straight to your phone if movement is detected inside or too-near your car or if your vehicle is being broken into.
The camera has its own integrated storage so the video clips will be saved straight to the device, and you can easily connect via 4G LTE network (with a Ring Protect Go subscription).
HORL Original Rolling Knife Sharpener
Sharpening your kitchen, hunting, and work knives has never been easier or safer. The HORL sharpener is a German-made knife sharpening tool—or pair of tools—that will deliver the simplest, smoothest sharpening every single time.
The magnetic block holds your knife securely at a 15-degree incline, and the rolling sharpening block glides effortlessly over the knife’s edge until it’s razor-sharp. The nickel bed and diamond-electrocoated finish will ensure that your edge is treated with care and love, protecting the lifespan of even the finest knives.
The HORL 2.0 even features a 20-degree angle that lets you adapt the way you sharpen your knives according to your intended use. It’s the only knife sharpening tool you’ll ever need no matter how many knives of varying sizes, shapes, and functions you own.
Gift for Men in the 1940s
Most of the shaver brands we have come to know first began mass production in the 1940s. By the end of the decade, battery-powered versions entered the market, further increasing their desirability among men. (source)
Ooni Pizza Steel
Turn any home oven into a pizza oven using this simple, sturdy commercial-grade pizza steel.
Thanks to the heat absorbed by the 430-grade stainless steel pizza steel, the bottom of your pizza crust will cook evenly and quickly, allowing you to pump out thin-crusted pizzas in a matter of minutes even with a standard electric or gas oven.
You can also use it for frozen pizzas and deep-dish pizzas that would otherwise burn in an oven that typically cooks unevenly.
Nite Ize CamJam XT Rope Tightener
Designed to simplify the task of tightening cordage, the CamJam XT is the ultimate tool for getting lines tight.
Combining a carabiner with a locking cam mechanism, it makes securing, tensioning, and lashing down loads easier. Clip the carabiner to a fixed anchor point, then use the cam mechanism to safely connect, tension, and easily release your cord.
Mujjo Full Leather MagSafe Wallet for iPhone
Say goodbye to clunky wallets; instead, keep it simple, minimalist and stylish with this magnetic wallet that sticks to the phone you already carry.
Integrated into the wallet are magnets that snap onto any MagSafe-compatible iPhone (12, 13, and 14), as well as any MagSafe/MagBak case. It’ll stay securely magnetized to your phone/phone case for easy, safe carrying anywhere you go.
The wallet is made using vegetable-tanned Ecco leather (rated “Gold” for environmental standards) and lined with Japanese microfiber that will prevent friction from wearing down your cards and IDs.
Capable of holding up to 3 cards (plus a bill or two), you’ll find it’s the easiest, safest way to carry all your most important cards/IDs while trimming down your EDC loadout.
VSSL Insulated Flask with Bluetooth Speaker
Nights out in nature, at the lake, or in the campground just got a whole lot better with VSSL’s new insulated flask.
Not only does it have the capacity to store 8 fluid ounces of your favorite booze in its insulated tank, but the flask comes with a built-in weatherproof Bluetooth speaker that lets you play your favorite tunes anywhere, anytime.
At 9 inches long and 2 inches wide, it’s compact enough you can fit it into any backpack. Plus, it’s made from 304 stainless steel, so you know it can survive a beating.
The removable drinking cap makes it easy to refill when empty or wash when not in use. And thanks to the carabiner top, you can clip it onto your pack for easier hands-free carry.
HOTO Home Tool Set
Be ready for any home improvement, fix-it, or DIY job with this home tool set. The toolbox itself is small enough to fit into any kitchen or desk drawer, or even in the glove compartment of your car.
Inside, it includes all the most important tools you’ll need around the house: magnetic hammer, self-locking measuring tape, adjustable spanner, needlenose pliers, and a manual screwdriver with ten bits. All of the tools are built to be rust-resistant and durable enough to deliver years of daily use around your home without breaking or wearing out.
Gift for Men in the 1950s
The decade following WWII brought about changing attitudes towards masculinity. Popular gifts lending to the perception of being "manly" would include smoking products, man-specific grooming products and iconic male clothing such as the necktie and leisure jacket.
Flint and Tinder Waxed Apron
Before you fire up that grill, slip on this apron to ensure your clothes are fully protected from smoke, ashes, and food splatter. The waxed canvas is sturdy, waterproof, and stain-resistant, and all you have to do to clean it off is simply wipe it down with a damp cloth for it to look good as new.
The longer you wear it and the more you use it, the more beautiful it will become as it develops its unique patina over time. And wait until you see all the storage: three large waist pockets, two chest pen pockets, one larger chest pocket, and a tool strap capable of holding your favorite tongs or spatula. The tough cotton straps and metal peekaboo rivets used to reinforce the various stress points ensure that this apron will last you for many backyard BBQs to come.
MAGWARE Magnetic Camping Utensils
Looking for a cutlery set that your kids (or your absent-minded self) absolutely cannot lose? Pack these magnetic utensils in a lunchbox or camping kit, and they’ll always come home.
Each set contains a fork, knife, and spoon with built-in magnetics that keep them connected when not in use. There’s no limit to how many sets you can link together—1, 10, or 100, the magnets will hold them all together.
Built from 2mm-thick 7075-T6 aluminum, they’re both lightweight and incredibly durable, capable of surviving years of regular camping, hunting, fishing, or at-school use. Best of all, they’re light enough to be packed anywhere, for any outing. source
Portable Campfire
Keep this canister in your backpack, and you’ll always have quick and instant fire anywhere you go. In the canister are wood-free briquettes made from peat moss and wax that will not only catch fire quickly, but give you a longer, more sustainable burn.
Light it in seconds, but trust that it will burn for hours. The portable size means you can take it anywhere you go, fit in any bag, pouch, or gear tote. Keep it on your camping table or beside your feet for easy light and warmth.
Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Grill
Get ready for a game-changing new addition to your camping and backyard grilling gear. Ninja’s Woodfire Outdoor Grill is sized to sit on your tabletop but delivers flavors as big and bold as your favorite full-sized grill. It operates on electric power (like all Ninja kitchen gadgets) but lets you add wood pellets to infuse that smoky deliciousness into your meal.
The patented grilling technology cooks food faster (up to 40%) and maximizes tenderness and flavor; plus, there’s the air-frying option that put Ninja on the map. Whatever you want to cook—from slow-roasted ribs to perfectly seared steaks to hot wings—this little tabletop grill can do it all.
Waxed Canvas Neelum Dopp Kit
Leave the fancy, delicate Dopp kits at home, and instead pack this ultra-tough Dopp built specifically for outdoorsmen and campers. The kit is made from waterproof waxed canvas and full grain cow leather, accessible via an industrial grade zipper that is as hardy as every other component of this durable bag.
Both the canvas and leather will develop a patina over time, growing more beautiful the more you use it. The no-frills design eschews excessive pockets for a single main compartment that has space for all your grooming and camping essentials (up to 8 travel-sized bottles). It’s ethically made, backed by a 2-year limited warranty, and one of the most affordable Dopp kits around.
Gift for Men in the 1960s
High-fidelity sound reproduction was a big innovation and enticed many men to add a record player to their home.
The Palmer Utility Knife
Here’s a beautifully designed and ultra-portable box cutter. The Palmer is designed to fit comfortably into even small pockets, or you can attach it to your key ring or a lanyard for more convenient carry.
It nestles in the palm of your hand for easier wielding and allows you to extend/retract the blade quickly using just your thumb. The anodized aluminum handle is insanely tough, capable of shrugging off water damage and scuffs.
When the time comes to swap out the blade, you’ll find it’s a no-hassle, tool-free job that takes just a few seconds thanks to the Palmer’s patent-pending mechanism. Best of all, you can swap out the blade for the standard utility blades you can find in any hardware store, so you can travel with the Palmer in your pocket (sans blade) and replace the blade at your destination. Now that’s everyday carry convenience and comfort you can love.
The Torch Flask
When the nights out in the country or the great outdoors turn cold, what do you do? Start a fire and pull out a drink, of course. The Torch Flask is the perfect way to do the latter, offering you 6 ounces of storage capacity for your favorite liquor and an integrated 3-ounce shot glass (attached to the flask lid magnetically) that travels with you everywhere you go. The wide-bottom mouth is wide enough so you can easily pour in your liquor without needing a funnel and can even accommodate ice. It makes cleaning quick and easy.
Evergreen 57 Waterproof Dry Box
Keep this case in your backpack or duffel, and your most important items can survive quite literally anything. The hard polycarbonate exterior is impact-resistant, crushproof, IP67 waterproof and dustproof, and tough enough to survive any bangs, bumps, or falls whether you’re a biker, snowboarder, mountain climber, or active military. Thanks to the shock-absorbing rubber boot interior, all of your EDC essentials are protected.
The twist lock delivers three layers of security to ensure your items are securely protected and inaccessible to anyone but you, and they even act as an air release valve to stabilize pressure in any environment. At just 2.31 pounds, it’s small enough to fit in any bag but offers enough interior space to store your most important items—from ammo to cameras to smartphones to cigars to first aid equipment. All that, and it’s backed by a lifetime guarantee.
GIVE’R Four Season Glove
Wear these gloves for any chore and on any job site, all year round, and your hands will stay toasty warm & protected. The gloves are made from tough leather produced by Pakistani master leather-workers, after which they’re sent to Wyoming to be hand-treated with a special waterproof wax coating that shrugs off rain and wet.
The interior is lined with 40g Thinsulate insulation that will keep out the cold but still allow decent breathability for your hands. The ribbed cuff not only improves the fit, but adds an extra layer of warmth beneath your long-sleeved shirt or jacket. They’re designed for four-season use, and they’re durable enough to handle anything you throw at them. Once they’re properly broken in, they’ll quickly become the most comfortable and best-loved pair of work gloves you’ll ever own.
OluKai's Mua 'Ili Outdoor Slippers
On the impending cold days just around the corner, you’ll be glad you’ve got this pair of OluKai slippers sitting on your shoe shelf. The soft full-grain leather exterior is beautifully stylish, and it hugs your foot just right so you’ll never have to worry about them slipping off.
Thanks to the shearling lining, your feet will stay toasty warm all winter long. Anytime you’ve got to go outside—to fetch the paper or take out the trash—you can trust the sturdy rubber outsole is tough and grippy enough even for wet outdoor conditions. You’ll love how easy they are to slip on and off, making them the perfect shoes to wear around the house.
Gift for Men in the 1970s
The Casio company pioneered the production of digital quartz watches with the introduction of the Casiotron in 1974. They were considered highly futuristic at the time as they allowed the user to have a tiny computer screen on their wrist with added functionality beyond simple time-telling.
VIPERADE VE6 Utility Pouch
Whether you’re on the job site or on vacation, you’ll be glad you had this pocket organizer on you. Wear it around your neck (courtesy of the lanyard), clip it to your belt, or keep it in your backpack—however you wear it, it’ll ensure you’ve got everything well-organized and within easy reach.
The pouch features 3 slot pockets for various tools: knives, pens, screwdrivers, bottle openers, or anything else you need to carry. There’s also an extra-large pocket sized just right for your passport, travel documents, or your work notebook. Built from tough 500-denier polyester, it’s both wear- and scratch-resistant, and reinforced with nylon stitching and an abrasion-resistant fleece lining that will keep both the pouch and your EDC gear protected.
WESN Forsta Minimalist Leather Wallet
Get rid of that clunky, heavy, over-stuffed wallet, and keep your EDC loadout slim and stylish with the Forsta. Made from a single piece of Swedish vegetable-tanned leather, this wallet is a masterpiece of stitch-work and craftsmanship, one that will look and feel truly elegant from the first day you use it.
Of course, the more you carry it around and pull it out, the more gorgeous it will become as it develops a patina. With space enough to fit up to 16 cards and a bit of cash (even coins), it’s the ideal wallet for anyone who wants to be ready for anything without being loaded down. Once you try this slim, minimalist wallet, you’ll never go back.
HOTO Tire Inflator
With this bad boy in your car or garage, you’ll never have to worry about a low tire again. Capable of generating up to 150 PSI of pressure, it can inflate a bike tire in 129 seconds, or a car tire in 8.5 minutes. The high-precision digital pressure measurements come with an auto-stop feature that switches off the pump the instant it hits the correct pressure setting, and it’s accurate to 0.1 bars.
Plug it into a wall outlet or anything compatible with USB-C chargers, and the 2500 mAh lithium ion battery will give you multiple fill-ups before it needs to be re-juiced. It even comes with a built-in LED light to make changing your tire after dark a breeze. Best of all, it’s compact enough to fit in your backpack or messenger bag, and the shockproof TPU case will keep it from getting damaged even if you accidentally drop it or run it over with your car.
Acebeam X75 Flashlight
Light up even the darkest night with AceBeam’s ultra-bright flashlight. The X75 is capable of generating up to 80,000 lumens of light on max output Turbo mode, or 20,000 lumens for 30 minutes on High mode. It’s designed to shrug off water so you can use it on even rainy, wet nights out camping, hiking, or patrolling.
The integrated air duct and cooling fan will dissipate heat so the flashlight doesn’t overheat or burn you as you use it, and it’ll ensure the bulb lasts longer. Best of all, the built-in power banks allow for easy recharging and make it easy to top up all your gadgets including phone, camera, or tablet’s battery in a pinch (via USB-C charging). Now that’s functionality and versatility maximized.
Shinola 10,000 Mile Duffle
Get ready for an ultra-tough, long-lasting duffle bag that’s designed to travel with you anywhere and everywhere. The 10,000 Mile Duffle is built from Dyneema, a composite fabric that claims to be “15x stronger than steel at the molecular level”.
It’s a beautifully lightweight bag with a natural water-resistance that makes it perfect for camping, hiking, and trekking, and features details (like the bolt-patterned exterior webbing and leather-padded handles) that keep it firmly in the “adventure-ready gear” category. Organization is a breeze thanks to its large main compartment, two interior slide pockets, and the spacious exterior zip pocket.
Gift for Men in the 1980s
Although expensive at first, CD players became hugely popular throughout the 80s. Starting with the Sony CDP-101 for your home stereo in 1982, then later followed by portable players and in-dash players for your car.
Ryker Bag Tool Organizer
Keep this bag in your truck, RV, or the trunk of your car, and you’ll be ready for anything. Though it rolls up into a beautifully compact and portable bundle, the tool organizer comes with four over-sized zippered pockets that give you plenty of space for all your daily tools—plus two detachable pockets for when you need extra space.
The fabric is heavy-duty canvas that’s water-resistant and tough enough to handle the rigors of the job or campsite, and the handles are rip-resistant and designed to let you hang the unrolled tool organizer from any hook or nail in the shop or garage. Take it out fishing, hike it through the forest, or tuck it into your backpack when cycling cross-country—it’s the ultimate companion to carry all the necessary tools you need for any situation. via
Solo Stove Fire Pit 2.0
Solo Stove’s Fire Pit is a true masterpiece of design, making it insanely easy to start a campfire and reducing smoke output to a spectacular degree. But there was always one major quibble: the only way to empty the ashes was to turn over the fire pit (which had no handles to facilitate the task) and dump them out.
Enter the Fire Pit 2.0. and the solution to that particular problem. Now, the base is removable, allowing you to disconnect the base plate and take out the ash pan for quick, easy emptying. This addition does nothing to compromise the 360° Signature Airflow Technology that sucks air in through the base to keep the fire blazing merrily and reduce smoke. It just makes the Fire Pit a more convenient, user-friendly addition to your camping gear.
Bellroy Cooler Caddy
This cooler caddy is guaranteed to be your new best friend on those summer lake days, picnics, and outings. Sized to hold a lunch for two or a 6-pack of your favorite beverage, it weighs next to nothing and, when empty, folds down small enough that you can carry it in your backpack or briefcase anywhere you go.
It’s made from recycled material and features 3M Thinsulate insulation that will keep its contents nicely chilled. The bag is water resistant—both inside and out—and features a handy webbing grab handle that makes it easy to carry anywhere, anytime. It even comes with its own built-in bottle opener. Best of all, it’s backed by a 3-year warranty.
AOHI Magcube 40W Foldable Charger for Two Devices
Say goodbye to bulky, chunky chargers, and say hello to one of the most portable power solutions around.
This AOHI Magcube charger is designed with foldable plug prongs that make it delightfully compact, sized just right to fit in any pouch, backpack, or briefcase.
It’s capable of supporting up to 40W fast-charging for laptops, tablets, and smartphones, with dual USB-C ports that optimizes power supply to your devices to ensure the most efficient charge time. Thanks to the integrated PI technology, your devices are protected while plugged in, and the charger even auto-adjusts output power according to which device is connected.
YETI Wheeled Roadie 48 and 60 Hardshell Coolers
YETI’s Roadie hardshell coolers are among some of the most reliable on the market, and now they just got an upgrade that makes them even more user-friendly. The Roadie 48 and 60 are on the larger side for coolers, and when full, tend to be heavy. But now, they come with wheels and a telescoping handle that makes it easier than ever to transport them anywhere you want to go.
They’re designed to perfection: tall enough to accommodate wine bottles, large enough to pack all the perishables you could need for a weekend camping trip or tailgate party, and tough enough that you’ll never have to worry about them cracking, breaking, or losing their cooling power. Backed by a 5-year warranty, they’re an investment well worth every penny.
Carter Move Mug + Slide-Lock Lid
Finding the perfect on-the-go coffee mug is never easy, but the Carter Move Mug + Slide-Lock Lid has set its sights high. The sliding lid is easily opened one-handed, allowing you to sip or gulp your coffee as desired, but flicks closed to seal in the heat and keep your brew piping hot.
The Heat-Lock double wall vacuum seal keeps everything at the right temperature for up to 6 hours, and the True Taste Ceramic Coating protects your coffee against the nasty bitter metallic edge that seeps in after hours sitting in a metal cup. It’s both transit-friendly (fitting in cupholders) and sized just right to fit in your favorite coffee machine. Take it on your commute for the perfect coffee every morning.
WUBEN G2 EDC Keychain Light
Carry this tiny light on your keychain, and you’ll never be stuck in the dark. With an output of 500 lumens (easily as bright as any light bulb in your house), it’s the perfect compact keychain flashlight to take camping, use around the house, even crawl under your car to check your oil with.
The five settings (ranging from soft “moon” to ultra-bright “Turbo”) let you choose just how bright you want the light to shine, and extends the life of the 28mAh battery to up to 70 hours of continuous run-time. It weighs just 28 grams, attaches to your keychain, and is easily charged via USB-C to ensure shorter charge time and greater power. This is an ultra-convenient little addition to your EDC loadout.
Maker’s Mark Spice Blend Flight Variety Pack
Maker’s Mark is well-known for its fine bourbons, which deliver just the right balance of sweet, smooth, and spicy complexity. Now, you can bring that rich flavor into your kitchen and home cooking, thanks to this four-spice-blend variety pack.
Their No.46 blend is inspired by their most famous bourbon, bringing in a bit of heat and sweetness while balancing out the savory flavors. Meat lovers will have to try the Fried and True chicken spice and Mom’s Meatballs crockpot spice blend, while fried potato fans will find their tastebuds singing once they add a few shakes of the Everything Potato mix. Best of all, if you fall in love with just one of the spice blends over the others, you can order them directly from Maker’s Mark.
Venture Billfold from Trayvax
Keep this sleek, minimalist wallet in your pocket, and you’ll never have to worry about losing your most valuable cards and IDs. Sized to fit up to 9 cards (or 12 when properly broken in) or 20+ bills, it’s slim enough to tuck into your front pocket, shirt pocket, or your backpack without drawing attention.
Though it’s designed in the classic folding wallet style, it uses a blend of sturdy Horween leather with a metal magnetic closure system that keeps everything securely in place. It’s TSA-approved, features RFID-blocking, and is backed by a 65-year heirloom warranty.
MAX Multipurpose Axe Toolkit
Whether you’re heading out into the bush for a weekend hunting trip or just camping overnight, you’re going to want to be ready for anything Mother Nature can throw at you. With the MAX Tool Kit, you will be.
Built by Forrest Tool using only the finest American materials, this kit includes the eight items you might end up needing in the wild, including axe, shovel, pick, broad pick, mattock, rake, and combination McLeod (rakehoe). The interchangeable heads can easily be locked in place on the 34-inch composite polyglass handle using the six accompanying steel pins—interchangeable in a matter of seconds, but ultra-sturdy with every swing. It even comes with its own ultra-tough Cordura nylon carrying case so you can keep all the heads organized and ready at a moment’s notice.
The Best Grilling Cookbook Ever Written By Two Idiots
If you want to step up your grilling game, you’re going to want to give this book a read. Written by “the Grill Dads”, Ryan Fey and Mark Anderson, The Best Grilling Cookbook Ever Written By Two Idiots is the perfect guide to simpler, more efficient, tastier grilling. No fancy BBQing or low-and-slow cooking here, just a lot of easy, practical recipes and instructions that literally anyone can follow.
With recipes ranging from soups, salads and appetizers to main courses (and maybe even a dessert or two), this book promises to be your roadmap to tastier grilled food with fewer burns, messes, and hassles. If it can be made on a grill, this book will show you the smart, easy, efficient way to do it.
Ember Heated Cappuccino Mug
Ember’s temperature-controlled mugs are a game-changer for any coffee lover who wants to savor every sip of their daily brew. With their built-in batteries heating your coffee to the perfect temperature with just the touch of an app button, it’s the perfect way to ensure that your coffee never goes cold or stale.
Now, Ember has just released a 6-ounce cup, sized just right for espresso and cappuccino-drinkers. Take control of your coffee warming, set it to your desired temperature, and let the LED light built into the base of this classy-looking mug tell you when it’s ready to drink.
Gerber Savvy
Gerber has made its mark on the EDC world with its rough-and-rugged, hyper-versatile knives. The Savvy is smartly designed, made in the USA with quality American craftsmanship and materials, and built to withstand anything your daily life can throw at it.
Its ambidextrous design makes it easy to open one-handed with either hand, and the frictionless deployment allows you to whip out the blade and get cutting in a matter of seconds. Thanks to the built-in pocket clip, you can keep it close at hand and within easy reach at a moment’s notice. You’ll love the handle—made from either aluminum or carbon fiber, your choice—which will give you a solid grip on the knife no matter how wet or slick your hands are. At 3.5 inches long, it’s a sturdy, agile blade that’s as much at home in the field as on a camping trip or fishing boat.
überleben Tindår Wick & Bellow Fire Starter
Sick and tired of struggling to get your campfire lit? You’ll never have to worry about it again with this fire-starting kit in your pack.
The paraffin wax-infused hemp catches a spark instantly, but doesn’t burn through in minutes like regular rope. Instead, thanks to the wax, it acts more like a candle wick, burning for an hour or more—plenty of time to set it to your kindling to get that flame roaring.
Though it’s only 6mm thick, it’s 13 feet long, so you’ve got hours of burn-time to look forward to. The included sleeve makes it easy to snuff out the flame or let it burn longer, staying cool to the touch even after close contact with a blazing fire. Best of all, the box doubles as a bellows, making it easier than ever to get that campfire started in even the worst weather conditions.
KUNIFU BBQ Grill Scraper
Give yourself the gift of a clean grill with this wonderful little tool. The KUNIFU BBQ Grill Scraper is a truly unique piece of equipment: a bristle-free scraper that will work with pretty much any grill, regardless of grate spacing, tough enough that you can use it again and again without ever having to worry about it breaking or wearing out on you.
The stainless steel tool is backed by both a lifetime warranty and a 100% satisfaction/money back guarantee, and it’s even dishwasher-safe. With built-in holes for a handle, chain, and hanging hooks, you’ve got plenty of options for mounting and wielding it to clean off that grill grate. Best of all, it comes with both a griddle scraper and a bottle opener—talk about ultra-versatile!
This Hydro Flask Keeps Tallboy Cans Chilled
It’s called a “cooler cup”, but it’s just as effective at keeping your hot drinks hot as your cold drinks cold. This simple little cooler cup is made with double-walled vacuum insulation that guarantees your beverages stay at the ideal temperature for hours at a time. Not only does it work as a sleeve (to slide around your can), but you can use it as a cup in its own right—just pour in your piping hot coffee or ice-cold beer, lock on the lid, and you’re good to go. It’s BPA-Free, Toxin-Free, and dishwasher safe, weighing just under 10 ounces and capable of holding up to 16 ounces of liquid. It’s the only travel-sized cooler cup you’ll ever need.
Marshall Willen Ultra-compact Bluetooth speaker
When you think Marshall, you instantly think of guitar and bass amps famous for their smooth, crisp, high-quality sound. Well, now you get that same sound from your favorite music player, but you can ditch the messy tangle of guitar cables and go wireless via Bluetooth.
The Willen is Marshall’s most compact portable speaker to date. IP67 dust- and water-resistance allow you to take it anywhere. As expected, Marshall delivers warm tones, dynamic highs, and solid bass that keeps you moving and grooving with any beat. Not only does the Marshall Bluetooth app let you stream music directly to the speakers, but you can actually pair multiple speakers to give you that “big stack” sound you want. With more than 15 hours per charge, it’s a listening experience guaranteed to take your music to the next level.
Slice Ceramic Folding Knife
Well, no knife can ever really claim to “never” dull, but the Slice stands by its promise that each of its dangerously sharp blades last 11x longer than a metal blade. The hyper-tough ceramic blade is secured to a durable metal handle, with a folding design that allows for instant one-handed ambidextrous deployment.
When the time comes to change the blade, it’s a hassle-free, no-tool job that’s done in a matter of seconds. Best of all, the knife blade is “finger-friendly” and fully safe to the touch, but guaranteed to cut through boxes, food, rope, cord, and everything else with ease. For the price, you won’t find an EDC tool that delivers better value, longevity, and versatility.
Bellroy Key Case
Offering sleek, bundled storage for 3-5, Bellroy’s Key Case features a unique flipper mechanism that ejects keys one-handed while keeping them secure on a detachable cord loop for a car key or fob. The exterior is smooth, eco-tanned leather finish & the hardware is stainless steel. Choose from 5 colors.
The James Brand the Ellis
The Ellis multi-tool from The James Brand features a ½ serrated Sandvik 12C27 stainless-steel blade, a small scraper/flathead driver, and integrated scissors for impressive utility in a small, slim tool. A wire pocket clip keeps it at your fingertips.
The Catcher Bottle Opener
Bottle-tops won’t go flying when you’re popping cold ones open with The Catcher. It’s a magnetic-bottle opener with a soft silicone-grip that allows you to stick it almost anywhere & get crackin’! A strong magnet inside catches the caps before they fall. Ideal for home, RV, boat, garage or man cave.
Hulkman Sigma 5 Amp Car Battery Charger
Being shut down by a dead battery won’t happen with Hulkman’s Sigma 5 Amp Battery Charger and Maintainer. This powerful little device offers Universal Adaptive charging to power up all 6V & 12V battery types, including 12-volt Li-Ion batteries.
It features a 3.4-inch LED display with easy-to-see icons for operation and uses AI to optimize the charge for each battery as well as diagnose, repair and maintain your battery to help avoid dead batteries in the future.
Klymit Horizon Camp Blanket
For the backpacker who’d prefer a comfy blanket to a standard sleeping bag, the lightweight Horizon Backpacking blanket from Klymit offers high-loft insulation and a 20D water-resistant exterior to keep you warm as well as dry. Measuring 58 in. x 80 in., it packs into its included compression stuff sack & weighs 1.8lbs.
Torack Pegboard Wall Organizer
Torack’s Pegboard Wall organizer is a great way to get your garage straightened out & tidied up. Made of metal with a silver-coated finish, the 48″ X 40″ board mounts to the wall with slots to fit all standard 1/4in & 1/8in pegboard hooks, bins, and accessories. It offers a 48″-wide overhead shelf, a paper towel holder, and a 12″ utility shelf.
Watch Roll Travel Case
The Watch Roll Travel Case is a great example of how your watches would like to travel. Safe & protected within the soft, micro-suede walls of a rigid cylinder that holds up to 3 watches. The roll’s exterior is made of recycled leather—supple, sustainable & built to travel.
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What would be a good gift for a man?
When it comes to gifts for men, there really is no "one size fits all" answer. What’s a "home run" one guy may be a total "swing and a miss" for another.
The only way to figure out what kind of gifts to give a guy is to figure out what kind of guy he is.
Is he:
- A techie?
- A geek/nerd?
- A gamer?
- An outdoorsman?
- An artist?
- A musician?
- A die hard sports fan?
- A sportsman/athlete?
- A woodworker, mechanic, tinkerer?
Figure out what kind of guy he is, then start doing research into the sort of gifts he’ll love/use/want/need.
I guarantee it’ll make the entire gift-buying process exponentially less stressful for you!
What do I gift a man who wants nothing?
All guys are going to answer with that generic "I don’t need anything, but thanks for the thought" if you ask them what they want for a gift. Even if he says that, rest assured that he will absolutely still enjoy receiving something from you. You don’t want to get carried away; a modest, thoughtful gift will be more than enough.
Because it’s not the gift itself that will really matter to him, but the fact that you put time, effort, thought, and your hard-earned money into demonstrating in a physical way just how much you care about him. That’s worth a lot more than you realize.
What do I gift a man who has everything?
Even though a wealthy man can buy anything he desires, it doesn’t mean he doesn’t appreciate a surprise.
Gifts have a wonderful ability to tell him "You are special" and "I care about you" in a way that words simply can’t. Plus, the gift shows that you spent time focused on him, and that’s what truly makes the gift work, no matter what it is or how inexpensive it is.
And remember, this "man who has everything" may possess physical objects in abundance, but there are lots of experiences he hasn’t yet had. That could be one direction to focus on, giving him some new, exhilarating, interesting, or personal experience that will be worth far more than any object.
What milestones & holidays should you buy a gift for a man?
There are lots of opportunities to give the man in your life a gift. Don’t feel obligated or under pressure to give a gift on all these occasions, but here are a few events that could serve as the perfect chance to show him how much you care.
Dad | Boyfriend | Husband | Grandpa | Coworker | Friend | Father-in-law | |
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Birthday | X | X | X | X | X | ||
Holidays | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Father's Day | X | X | X | X | |||
Valentine's Day | X | X | X | ||||
Graduation | X | X | |||||
Retirement | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
New Job | X | X | |||||
Promotion | X | X | |||||
Anniversary | X | X | X | ||||
Graduation | X | ||||||
Engagement | X | ||||||
New Baby | X | X |
Will guys actually like the stuff you recommend?
As we mentioned above, there’s no "one size fits all" approach to gift-giving. So the lists we curate aren’t going to work for every man on the planet.
That being said, we invest a lot of time and effort into collecting only the best gifts possible. We use our own internal metrics to identify what our audience (of mostly guys) finds the best.
By studying what products users add most often to their wishlists, we can narrow down what is compelling.
We also keep a close eye on what products are viewed the most, what product videos are being watched, and which products are clicked in our weekly emails.
There are many ways to understand what users like and by putting them all together, we can narrow products down into lists of the best.
How is this different from the hundreds of "best XX gifts for guys” articles I see when searching Google?
Do a quick search for "best gifts for men" on Google, and you’ll quickly see that most of the results are cookie-cutter articles by typically large, well-known publishers or magazines. When you browse through the lists, you’ll notice that the recommendations are quite random and typically not very interesting. Not to mention, many of the products are old, outdated, or no longer available.
Worse, many of the publishers of these lists don’t really take into account what men truly want. They’re likely just rushing an article together to take advantage of a buying situation (i.e. Father’s Day, Black Friday or Christmas).
On WERD, we do things differently. We’re all about cutting edge, up-to-date, and relevant, carefully curating lists that will give you exactly what you want with the least amount of time spent browsing long lists of unrelated “fluff”.
We hope you see the value in getting your recommendations from a team of guys (and dads) who have been solely focused for years on understanding what guys really want.
14 Gift Giving Etiquette Tips
- Don’t ask someone what gift they would like. Instead, do the work to figure it out by talking to them, listening to them, and considering what sort of person they are.
- Don’t just hand someone a gift card. A gift card is already fairly impersonal. If you’re going that route, always slip it in an envelope with a personal note.
- Never show up to a person’s home for a party without a gift. It’s just good manners to have something, even a small token.
- Always send a thank you note within a week of receiving a gift. Again, it’s just good manners.
- Consider the presentation. It doesn’t need to be wrapped to the extreme, but even just a gift bag or a ribbon-and-bow is a nice touch.
- Give cash gifts in an envelope with a personal note. Cash is always welcome, but so is a thoughtful message.
- Always strive for the proper gift value. Whether gift exchange, host gift, wedding gift, or baby shower gift, there’s an accepted "price range" to stick within. Don’t use gifts to show off!
- You aren’t obliged to reciprocate a gift, but don’t forget to show gratitude with a call or note. It’s just the classy thing to do!
- Don’t play the hero. The gift doesn’t need to be perfect or the most expensive.
- Give gifts to coworkers outside the office. Even if they’re your best “work buds” or “work wives/husbands”, give it to them in private.
- Be careful with gag gifts. Know your recipient, and be mindful about the time, place, and personality.
- If the invite says "please don’t bring a gift", respect their wishes and don’t. Just don’t.
- Don’t give the gift too early. (Or too late, for that matter.) There’s a socially acceptable "gift-giving window" for every occasion.
- If someone gives you a gift and you have nothing in return, don’t make a big deal out of it. Be grateful and make it a point to reciprocate their generosity in the future.
You’ve never wielded a knife quite like the Abbey, I guarantee it. At just 3 inches long and 0.2 inches thick, it’s the smallest fixed-blade knife you’ll ever own, and incredibly lightweight at just 0.6 ounces.
The AR-RPM9 corrosion-resistant stainless steel is durable, has excellent edge retention, and will be sturdy enough to use at the office, around your house, or in the great outdoors.
The knife adds a few more details—upcycled black vinyl LP record inlays on the handle, a 3mm paracord lanyard, and an embossed leather sheath—that bring in both elegance and versatility.
You’ll love having this little knife on your desk or in your camping gear, perfect to whip out at a moment’s notice to use for just about anything you need.