If you’re looking for something unique to gift dad, try one of these Father’s Day gifts this year. They’re things that dad actually wants and likely wouldn’t buy himself!
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Since I’m not a dad, I turned to my husband and dad for advice on this post and what they’d actually like to get for Father’s Day. It’s totally different than the list of Mother’s Day gifts with lots more actual things than sentimental ones but still tons of great ideas!
And I know Father’s Day is a hard day of the year for a lot of people – people who have lost their dads, people who want to be parents and can’t, and people who just have a tricky relationship with the idea of dad.
I’m betting a bunch of those people could also use one of these gifts on Father’s Day.
Practical Father’s Day Gifts
If you want something practical that dad will actually use, these are perfect for that. They may not be the most fun gifts but they’re still unique and super useful. My husband still uses a lot of the practical gifts I’ve given him for Father’s Day over the years, so I’m calling that a win!
Triple Charger
If your dad is a gadget guy, this one will come in handy without having to deal with all the different cords. It includes 3 different charging stations all lined up neatly and is perfect for the tech guy.
Meat Thermometer
This isn’t just for meat, I use it regularly to check the temperature of all sorts of things. It’s super highly rated because it works fast and is extremely accurate. I highly recommend this being a gift if dad doesn’t already have one! You could even get two – one for inside and one for out!
Grooming Essentials
Both my husband and I are a huge fan of Primally Pure and this grooming bundle gives you the best of their men’s products in a discounted bundle. Or you can go for just the beard oil or the soothing cream (great for shaving). Everything is clean, non-toxic, and smells woodsy.
Ceramic Cookware
If he cooks, there is nothing better than a good set of cookware. We have Caraway Home pots and pans and they’re seriously amazing. They’re non-toxic, non-stick, and come in a variety of different colors. Or if you want something bigger, we also have this HexClad wok with a lid that’s amazing. We use it ALL the time – my husband loves it!
Meat Injector
If your husband is a foodie like mine, this meat injector is the perfect gift. It injects marinades directly into the meat and works so well! So much better than just marinating the outside and also something no one would think to buy!
Electric Cutter
This thing cuts all sorts of things – cardboard, carpet, you name it. I’m constantly catching my husband pulling out his pocket knife but this is so much easier to cut with since it’s electric. And they still get the feeling of being manly cutting through things since that’s what pulling out a pocket knife is all about right?
Grill Baskets
These are for the guy who grills. They keep the small things like shrimp and veggies from falling into the grill while still cooking them to perfection. Another thing they’ll never admit they need or would like but would love to actually get and use them!
Meat Blanket
Another meat themed gift but this time it saves the meat he painstakingly cooks from drying out! I didn’t actually know a meat blanket was a thing until I saw a bunch of men recommend it and now I think every father who grills or cooks meat needs one!
Fun Father’s Day Gifts
These ones are all fun gifts for the fathers in your life. And if you’ve been around here long, I know all about fun! These are some of my favorite gifts because so many of them incorporate the rest of the family too!
Fun Shirt
Old Navy has a ton of these fun designed shirts that include various interests like fishing, camping, baseball, and more. Plus just regular ones – get his favorite and I’m sure he’ll love it!
Card Game Book
If he likes card games, get him this book and a cool deck of personalized cards (like these ones). Then work your way through playing all of the games in this book together – there are are a ton including plenty I’ve never heard of, and I’ve played a lot of family card games! You could even give it along with a coupon for a card night with his guy friends.
Hot Sauce Sampler
If he likes spicy, this hot sauce sampler pack is filled with a bunch of little flavors to try. It’s perfect for sampling different things and showed that you know his taste, literally.
Solo Stove Pizza Oven
We have an actual built-in pizza oven at my parent’s house but if we didn’t, I’d absolutely buy this pizza oven for my dad. I’ve heard amazing things for it and it’s portable, which means you can use it whenever and wherever!
Logic Puzzle Book
If he’s into puzzles, this logic puzzle book is great. I have one and use it all the time. My husband is an attorney so that might be why he likes logic puzzles but even he said he’d enjoy getting this one!
Portable Entertainment System
I know you can watch most things on a phone or tablet these days but this portable entertainment thing is way more fun. It would be perfect for camping, tailgating, or any time a group of men want to watch something and can’t be home. It’s the top seller in portable TVs for good reason!
Golden Ticket
What man wouldn’t want to win a golden ticket like Charlie in the Chocolate Factory? Or scratch off something that’s a big winner – this one combines both of those things and you get to add the gift inside. Make it something good like tickets to see their favorite sports team play, a concert, or maybe even flights to see their best friend. Or make it something sentimental like a Father’s Day dinner by the kids. Your choice!
Funny Father’s Day Gifts
There’s a reason that dad jokes are a thing, most dads like jokes and funny things. So get them something from this list of funny Father’s Day gifts to well make them laugh. I’d probably also combine something from this list with something else practical or real but these are perfect for those jokesters!
I Am Your Father Shirt
If they’re a Star Wars fan, they’ll love this shirt (or any of these other Star Wars gifts). I just love how Father’s Day coded this one is!
Happy Nutz
The name is funny but the gift is actually practical. They’ll probably laugh about it then appreciate actually using it. This also make a great stocking stuffer for men – honestly most of those gifts would be great for Father’s Day too!
The Grillfather Board
This one’s great for the grillmasters who also love movies! It’s funny, clever, and something he’ll love cutting the meat he cooks on!
Find the Farter Book
My in-laws got this for my 7-year-old but pretty sure it would make a funny Father’s Day gift too, especially if that father has boys he can read it with! And it’s currently on sale right now, making it an even better option!
Meat Claws
Has he ever pretended to have claws like Wolverine? Now he can with these fun meat claws that actually work extremely well for shredding meat! Plus, they’re shaped like skulls and what is more manly than skulls?
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