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The Best Father’s Day Gifts for Every Dad

Scouring to find the perfect gift for dad for Father’s Day? We’ve got a full roundup of the best stuff to get your dad this year.

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Father’s Day is, for some of us, the one time of the year we take the time to stop and recognize the impact our dad and/or other father figure(s) have had on us. While dads deserve celebrating, no two are alike. Yours might be the one who loves to travel, enjoys old whiskey or is a pitmaster.

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All that is to say, you need specific Father’s Day gift ideas for your pop(s), even if you just need a gift last-minute (you have plenty of time still) or are working with a tighter budget this year. Whatever your objective is this year for old man, we’ve got you covered with these gift options.

This versatile precision trimmer may be the only grooming tool Dad will ever need. With a beard, ear and nose trimmer, plus hair clippers and a body groomer, this 13-in-1 tool truly does it all. The precision ProWheel allows Dad to choose from 40 lengths to get his exact desired look. Meanwhile, the trimmer includes a powerful Li-Ion battery with 180-min cordless runtime, lifetime sharp blades, charging stand and a premium case for storage.

Whiskey is great, but how great is it if there is nothing to drink it out of? These American Mountains glasses always sell out every time Huckberry brings ’em back, so we have to think they’re worth it.

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Patagonia Baggies Shorts, 5-inch

Just check out some pictures of your dad from summer in the ’80s or ’90s and odds are that he is wearing a pair of shorts that are a spitting image of Patagonia Baggies. The iconic shorts come in different lengths and are still immensely affordable, making them the perfect gift — even for a picky guy.

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With literally thousands of courses taught by dozens of top-tier experts in their respective fields, MasterClass offers some of the best ways to learn new skills remotely. If your dad is big into learning — be that with a focus on DIY, tech or whatever else — this makes an outstanding Father’s Day gift.

For the dad who prefers a chiller high, Dad Grass’s CBD and CBG joints are just the thing. And this collab is sure to be a hit if he’s a Beatles fan.

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Steak knives are always needed, especially if the dad in your life considers himself a grill master.

While you probably can’t swing a bottle of Pappy for Father’s (or let along find it), this delicious set comes with smoking chunks from Pappy Van Winkle bourbon barrels.

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Makers of the first-ever copper flask (allegedly), Jabob Bromwell crafts some of the finest flasks you can find, including the Executive, which is our pick for the best heirloom-quality flask that you can buy in 2023. Gift this to the dad in your life and it’ll be passed down for generations.

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Even the best greeting cards end up in the trash eventually, but this one from Solo Stove is very on brand as it can be used as a fire starter once dad’s done with it. The card itself is free, but the catch is that you need to spend $99 or more to get it.

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Is the Carter Cold Tumbler over-engineered? Perhaps, but once Dad uses it he’ll never go back. Help him move about with cold brew, cocktails or kombucha in style.

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Offering some of the best razors you can buy, he’ll get the best shave of his life with this set from Harry’s.

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Don’t let your dad keep using that ragged wallet he’s had for the last 10 years. Get him something new. This handsome option has the same timeless styling of a bifold with an updated front-pocket format.

The James Brand Elko is the ultimate keychain knife. We love this one and would recommend it for anyone who wants a knife in his everyday carry but can’t make space for a full-sized option.

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From the world-famous brand’s delicious Chili Crunch to its easy-to-cook noodles, this bestseller pack from Momofuku will give him a restaurant-quality meal in minutes.

The most important facts about the Roadie 24? It’s 10% lighter weight, holds 20% more, and even performs 30% better thermally than its legendary predecessor.

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If he’s the proud owner of a Big Green Egg, help him make the most of it with this explainer and recipe book.

We may be heading into summer, but some jacket styles are timeless. And he’ll be dying to break this classic tanker jacket out at the first sign of cooler weather.

The master of the backyard BBQ pit can now be the master of the pizza kitchen as well. The Ooni pizza oven makes cooking up some authentic wood-fired ‘za in the yard easier than it has ever been.

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Bokksu Snack Box

For the dad who loves traveling to try new foods, this subscription box filled with Japanese snacks will make his month.

Upgrade dad’s backyard, patio or deck lighting in style with these handsome Edison-style pendant string lights from Barebones.

Sure, you could get a cheaper skillet, but a high-quality cast-iron skillet will retain more heat and cook more evenly than a discount buy, plus you can get an engraving to add a personal touch.

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If your dad has a taste for the finer things, get an heirloom piece like this brass pen. It looks great on his desk but also writes better than those thousand BIC pens that are filling up all the random drawers in the house.

Named after Nathan “Nearest” Green, the slave who taught Jack Daniel how to make whiskey, Uncle Nearest is America’s fastest-growing whiskey label. This small-batch liquid holds its own, too.

If Dad has a Sonos system already, the Roam is really the best portable speaker you can get for him. If he doesn’t have Sonos yet, this is a great place to start his multi-room collection.

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Not only does Bespoke Post boast one of the deepest catalogs of useful gear and apparel — ranging from hiking and camping equipment to fitness gadgets and everything in-between — but the brand also offers a robust collection of themed subscription boxes. For every kind of dad, there’s something worthwhile here.

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Starting at $11 per month, Blue Bottle’s curated coffee subscriptions offer multiple options for cost and coffee selection, plus a handy tool to help narrow down what kind of coffee the subscriber might prefer. That all but guarantees dad will get something he loves.

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He can put hot sauce on anything, but what your dad should do is put truffle-infused hot sauce on everything. Put him on to some of the best hot sauce around and he’ll never stop thanking you.

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Everybody loves gathering around a fire but not so much making and maintaining the fire, a job that usually falls to dad. Give him the gift of a mess-free, portable fireplace with this personal-sized one from Flikr.

Whether he’s helping find a toy that has been lost under the bed or searching through the garage for his favorite tool, one thing is for sure, a flashlight will always get a lot of use. Pick up a compact one that is easy to store and always ready for anything.

If you’ve got a father who loves beer, give him the chance to make some himself. These kits come with everything he needs to get his home brewing started, including hops, yeast, thermometer, jug and tubing.

If he loves all things gear-related, then obviously our biannual Gear Patrol print magazine is an excellent gift. Full of brand profiles, unexpected buying guides and top-tier photography, this is a magazine worthy of a spot on the coffee table.

Parents on the go need a reliable battery to keep their devices charged. The Mophie Powerstation PD has a versatile USB-C PD port, alongside USB-C and USB-A ports.

Even if he was the first to hop on the Pickleball trend and already has a well-worn paddle, this gift-worthy set will immediately elevate his game.

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If you grew up watching movies with your dad or granddad, you can be sure Steve McQueen was involved. Why not get him a gift that harkens back to those times and also makes him look like a movie star?

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There aren’t many out there who have aged as gracefully as Kelly Slater (he’s 49!). His new Apex Trunks are made from 86% recycled polyester, so they’re good for the Earth, too. If there’s one surfer your dad should try to emulate on land, it’s Kelly Slater.

As time goes by, body maintenance is a bit more important. If we know anything about dads, it is that they are probably neglecting their joints. Get a supplement that works (and doesn’t look like it was hawked from a GNC body builder).

You’ve probably seen these zooming by you on your commute — dads cruising by, no effort expended, kids and groceries in tow. If getting around via bike is your dad’s favorite way to move, make it easier with this e-bike that is actually super affordable.

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Boasting global time-zone selection, a stopwatch function, five alarms, 100 meters’ worth of water resistance and a claimed battery life of 10 years, this watch is hard to beat. It’s also ready to be beaten to death, thanks to Casio’s typical bombproof construction.

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While your dad’s old Leatherman multi-tool is probably still just as good as it ever was, a custom Wave+ is such a redesign that it deserves the gifting. All of the tools are easily accessible on the exterior and easy to find, meaning your old man won’t be spending time digging tools out with his fingernails.

Apple’s newest tech is here to keep everything in its place. If dad is regularly misplacing his keys or wallet, an AirTag might be the perfect gift. Plus, you can get four of them for $100, which is a great deal.

If your old man is itching to travel again this summer — you may want to consider gifting something like this carry-on suitcase from Away. It is designed to organize and protect all of his stuff, fit it in the overhead bin and look good doing it.

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Dad will probably want to fly again at some point this year. Thanks to Twelve South’s AirFly, a Bluetooth adapter that plugs into any 3.5mm headphone port, he’ll be able to access the in-flight goodness with his own Bluetooth buds instead of spending $5 on a throw-away set from the flight attendant.

Dad might love keeping a garden outside, but has he ventured indoors yet? An indoor plant is a great addition to any room and is a fun project to take care of in the house that doesn’t require much work.

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Best for a Dad That Likes Quiet

Bose QuietComfort 35 II

For those who have yet to experience them, noise-canceling headphones are a revelation. Whether your dad is in need of some focus working from home or just wants to stream his shows without driving his partner up the wall — it’s hard to go wrong with this pair.

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