27 Christmas Gift You'll Actually Want to Get (Yourself or Someone Else)
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by Aya | July 21st, 2021
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It's that time of year again!
Christmas is right around the corner, and with it comes the search for the perfect gifts for your dad, boyfriend, best friend, boss, neighbor, and really... for yourself!
But as we all know: shopping for men (even just knowing what to tell people to get you) can be super tough. There are so many factors to think about when choosing the perfect gift for a guy:
- Will he use it? (Every guy wants something awesome and practical he'll enjoy using.)
- Is it thoughtful? (Most guys aren't asking Santa for a gift card or some other boring gift.)
- Is it affordable? (Can you buy it without going broke?)
And as we also know:
Searching for the best gift for him, that meets the three criteria above can be stressful, especially when you've been fighting traffic and crowds at the mall for hours, or have 30 tabs open on your computer (and still no idea what you're looking for).
But don't worry... because I've got you covered:
Below, I found 27 gifts, that match all three factors above, making finding the perfect gift significantly easier for you. Each of these Christmas gifts is thoughtful (without being cheesy), practical/useful, and incredibly manly (and really, something that every guy would be happy getting).
Check out what I found:
Note: Big thanks to BLACKSOCKS, Ace Marks, OneBlade, and Timber Creek for partnering with us to make this post possible. We use their gifts below to give you (or that special someone) exactly what you (or they) want for Christmas.
via: BLACKSOCKS
1. BLACKSOCKS
Men (especially busy professionals) understand the importance of comfortable socks and the folks at BLACKSOCKS have gotten comfort down to a science.
These luxury socks are made in Italy with fine PIMA cotton (meaning they're insanely comfortable), come in a wide range of classic colors and funky patterns (meaning regardless the occasion, you'll look great)... and even meet the Oeko-Tex Standard 100 (a textile-quality certification system that follows a product all the way down the supply chain).
You can get a pair, a pack, or a 'sockscription' (where they take the hassle out of buying socks... and ship matching socks right to your doorstep each month).
via: Amazon / Sea Stones
2. Sea Stones Chilling Stones
This set of 6 chilling stones is a unique way for a man to chill his spirits with style and without ruining the taste.
via: Amazon / Quench
3. Bar10der Ten-in-One Bartending Tool
When he needs to mix a fine cocktail on the go he should have a pocket-friendly tool that comes in handy whenever anyone needs a stiff one.
via: Ace Marks
4. Wholecut Oxford Shoes from Ace Marks
Every man needs a few pairs of high-quality, good-looking dress shoes.
Not only are these Wholecut Oxfords from Ace Marks hand-crafted in Italy, but they'll also instantly accentuate any man's wardrobe... making him look professional, bold, and ready to do anything with confidence (that job interview, the dance floor, or a first date).
They're designed to be lightweight, flexible, and comfortable... and ridiculously good looking. They're made from full grain leather, supple calf-skin lining (from heel to toe), and even features a leather outsole with sealed stitch channels.
...But here's the best part about AceMarks: no two pairs are exactly the same (so he'll know he's wearing something uniquely his).
via: BeerMonthClub
5. Rare Beer Club Membership
For the beer connoisseur, new and rare beers are a must. The Rare Beer Club is a beer of the month club that will ship him the hardest-to-find beers every month.
via: Amazon / Lumo BodyTech
6. Lumo Lift Posture Coach
If a guy you know sits all day, his posture is taking a turn for the worse. This easy-to-use posture coach will help him correct it!
via: OneBlade
7. OneBlade Core Razor
With OneBlade's Core Razor, any man can quickly, easily, and consistently get a barbershop quality shave, right from his own home.
Made in the USA, this innovative razor took 2 yeasr of R&D, 1,010 prototypes, and over $1M in investment. The final product features a patent-pending head design (meaning you get a great shave, without mastering the art of safety-razor shaving), engineer-grade Tritan (a polymer that's both lightweight/highly durable), and a recyclable, Feather FHS-10 single edge blade (to help prevent nicks, razor burn, and ingrown hairs).
And as an added bonus: it comes with a lifetime guarantee (so if anything happens with your OneBlade... you can have it replaced for free)!
via: Anson Belts
8. Anson Belts
Anson is the best holeless belt on the market. And with countless buckles, styles, patterns, and materials to choose from, you can customize the perfect belt that he'll love and wear at every occasion.
via: KK&Jay
9. KK&Jay Shirttail Garters
No man likes a baggy dress shirt...
...and no man has to have one with these shirttail garters that attach his shirt to his socks, keeping them straight and making sure he looks his best.
via: Timber Creek
10. Timber Creek Distillery Bourbon Blending Kit
Great men drink great bourbon...
...and with the world's first Bourbon blending kit from the award-winning Timber Creek Distillery, you can blend your own Whiskey (right in the comfort of his living room). The kit comes with 4 bottles of premium, 100%-single-grain whiskeys, and an easy-to-follow blending guide.
In other words: with this kit he can blend the perfect Whiskey that suits his exact taste. It's a delicious conversation piece that you can use to express your creativity and share your impeccable taste with friends/family.
via: Amazon / Sugru
11. Sugru Moldable Glue
This stuff is just cool. It's a moldable glue that comes in a wide variety of colors, so you can make small repairs with style while maintaining functionality.
via: Amazon / Power Practical
12. Luminoodle Rope Light
This USB-charged rope light shines bright with 180 lumens and is ideal for any guy's emergency kit or camping gear.
via: MeUndies
13. MeUndies Underwear Membership
Every guy wants to look and feel great in his underwear, right?
With a MeUndies membership, you can have a new pair of underwear (that makes him look good and feel great), shipped right to your doorstep, every month.
Made from 92% Lenzing Micromodal, they're designed to be 3x softer than cotton and to keep you dry and comfortable. The remaining 8% is Elastane, which helps make them stretch and form to your body (giving you the perfect fit, that's comfortable/naturally accentuating fit).
And with the right cuts (boxer, boxer briefs, trunks, and briefs), and everything from classic colors (like the ones above), to fun patterns (like penguins, camo, or snow leopard)... MeuUndies has the exact look that you want.
via: Amazon / Homate
14. Homate Rechargeable Lighter
Every guy needs a lighter in the home. With no lighter fluid, this USB rechargeable lighter will last him much longer than any standard lighters.
via: Amazon / Beer Savers
15. Kegworks Silicone Bottle Caps
Saving a beer for later has never been easier! These are perfect for the occasional hair of the dog, locking in flavor for when he needs it most.
via: Amazon / KeySmart
16. KeySmart Multi-Tool Key Holder
No guy likes bulky keychains. Help him consolidate his keys with this easy-to-pocket multi-tool key holder that carries up to 14 keys.
via: Amazon / Paksh Novelty
17. Paksh Whiskey Glass Set
This Italian-crafted set of 6 glasses and a beautiful decanter will make any man's home bar look exquisite.
via: Etsy / PortlandLeather
18. PortlandLeather Leather Toiletry Bag
These custom-made toiletry bags are made of full grain leather and using YKK zippers are extremely manly. Add his initials for a truly personalized gift.
via: Etsy / GustoSpice
19. GustoSpice Barbecue Box
This box set has everything a man needs to be the best grill master in the neighborhood. Rubs, smoke salts, a thermometer and more are all included.
via: Amazon / Zojirushi
20. Zojirushi Stainless Steel Mug
This wide-mouth (for ice cubes) mug will help any man keep his hot drinks hot and cold drinks cold in any weather.
via: Amazon / Generic
21. Thermo Lens Mug
For the photographer, this mug made to look like a camera lens is stylish and sturdy... And it looks awesome!
via: Amazon
22. Amazon Fire TV Stick
Help him stream all his favorite shows from his TV! It's convenient, easy-to-use and responds to voice commands so who cares if he loses the remote?
via: Amazon / SKLZ
23. SKLZ Golf Training Aid
Help him knock off a few strokes with this golf swing trainer that will improve his swing, power, and more!
via: Amazon / Kidcia
24. RC Quadcopter Drone with FPV Camera Live Video
Almost every guy wants a drone...
This one is fairly priced, easy to control with your phone, and has video capabilities, allowing him to get a bird's-eye view of wherever he is.
via: Amazon / ION Audio
25. ION Audio Digital Conversion Turntable
A turntable that he can use to play his records AND convert them into audio files. Perfect for the audiophile who wants the analog sound on the go!
via: Amazon / Vofolen
26. Vofolen Shock-Absorbing Wallet Case for iPhone 6S
This heavy-duty wallet phone case will protect his phone and his cash while looking slick and manly.
via: Amazon / Pyle
27. Pyle Rugged and Splash-Proof Bluetooth Speaker
A Bluetooth speaker that can take a beating, survive some water, and looks great so he can jam wherever his active lifestyle takes him.
In Conclusion
You really can't go wrong with any of these 27 Christmas gift ideas...
...they're useful, thoughtful, and he'll appreciate the fact you did your research and worked hard to find him the manliest gift he may ever receive.
