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On Point Gifts For Every Type of Dad

You (and your dad) will thank us later.

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There comes a day, once a year, where we pay homage to the men that raised us, educated us, and helped us grow into the people we are today. But how do we honor such greatness? A tie is too cliché, and you definitely copped him some golf balls last year, and a gift card is far too impersonal.

We've assembled a list of products that are sure to be worthy of honoring the manliest of men: dad.

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Try This at Home: Recipes from My Head to Your Plate, by Richard Blais

Perfect for: The dad that never leaves "his" kitchen.
Click here to buy it now at amazon.com, $21.20


A cookbook from Top Chef: All-Stars winner Richard Blais incorporates the accessible flavors and techniques that made Blais a champ. Combining humor with practical kitchen advice, Blais' debut cookbook is a wit-laden take on cooking with creative recipes to boot.

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Neuhaus Chocolates

Perfect for: The dad who likes to drink his liquor in new and unconventional ways
Click here to buy it now at neuhauschocolates.com, $30


Grabbing a box of chocolate may seem like an unlikely route to take when buying a gift for dad. But grabbing a box of chocolate filled with your dad's favorite liquor brands? That's a next level father's day move. Bonus points: The leather box this chocolate is packaged in will dazzle dad even before he tears open the box to devour what's inside.


TSOVET SVT-FW44 Watch

Perfect for: The dad who loves vintage watches, but hates digging around at thrift stores
Click here to buy it now at tsovet.com, $350


TSOVET is a California watch maker who draws inspiration from vintage aviation gauges of the 40s and 50s. The watches fuse modern sensibilities with a vintage aesthetic, which is sure to please your dad no matter what time it is.

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Pewter Pinstripe PJs

Perfect for: The dad who thinks lounge wear is the same thing as "daily wear"
Click here to buy it now at markandgraham.com, $150


This set of PJ's is perfect for the comfort connoisseur. Made with 100% cotton, these pajamas will only get softer with continued wear. If your dad wants to make the pajamas extra personal, the set can even be monogrammed on the cuff.

VonZipper (FreeThinkers Conspiracy Guild) Sunglasses

Perfect for: The dad who thinks outside of the box
Click here to buy it now at vonzipper.com $125


The Freethinkers Conspiracy Guild is a group a individuals who lead culture and represent the most artistic and independent individuals of our day. Even if your dad works a 9 to 5, wouldn't you think your dad wants to look mysterious? Hint: he does, and he can with these.

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Solé Bicycle

Perfect for: The dad who has plans to retire in Williamsburg
Click here to buy it now at solebicycles.com, $379


Your dad may have a whip, but does he have a bicycle? With lightweight, stylish, fixed gear bicycles, Solé produces a great ride meant for enjoying sunny afternoons. Show dad there's nothing as sweet as riding around on a fixed gear bike for the commute, for exercise, or for sheer enjoyment.


Weber's Leather Secretary Wallet

Perfect for: The dad who likes the smell of new leather
Click here to buy it now at webersleather.com, $35


With 10 storage pockets, a bill divider, and a cool concho accent, this wallet is for the dad who both loves the outdoors and appreciates the look (and smell) of supple leather.

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Monogrammed Passport Case

Perfect for: The dad who sleeps on the plane as much as he does at home
Click here to buy it now at markandgraham.com, $29


Made with durable material and a soft linen lining, this passport holder should be large enough to hold all of pop's travel papers. Bonus points: It can also be monogrammed.

Beer Making Kit

Perfect for: The dad who insists on drinking only the most obscure craft beers
Click here to buy it now at williams-sonoma.com, $40


While starting his own bar may be a bit of stretch, your dad can start his own (extremely micro) brewery. The kit includes instructions and everything that you'll need save for ingredients like honey, a strainer, a funnel, ice, and the patience to wait 30 days so the beer can ferment.

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Braun cruZer beard&head

Perfect for: The dad who may or may not carry the genes of Sasquatch
Click here to buy it now at drugstore.com, $39.99


Not every dad is going to look as clean as Jay-Z in a fresh suit. A quality razor is a necessary part of your poppa bear's grooming kit, and with a length-changing beard comb, precision trimmer, and dual battery system, this electric beard razor is a great look for any dad, even Grizzly Adams.

Sony PS3 Legacy Bundle

Perfect for: The dad who knows that video games didn't end after "Pong"
Click here to buy it now at sony.com, $299


If your dad happens to be late to the console wars, have no fear. Sony's PS3 "Legacy Bundle" will get your pops set up and started off right for his gaming needs. Packaged with driving simulator Gran Turismo 5 and superhero adventure inFAMOUS, the bundle also comes with 30 days of the PS PLUS online service along with all the other necessary accessories.

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Skullcandy Crusher

Perfect for: The dad who loves his record collection more than his first-born child
Click here to buy it now at skullcandy.com, $99.95


With built-in bass control, amp, and frequency-controlled REX40 driver, these headphones have enough juice and balanced sound to enhance any dad's playlist. Furthermore, with a hard but flexible outer shell and soft ear-pillows for cushion, these crushers also crush the comfort game, too.

Zippo Metal Wallet Paranoid dad

Perfect for: The dad whose catchphrase is "better safe than sorry"
Click here to buy it now at thingsremembered.com, $50


Made from the same material as the classic Zippo lighter, this wallet protects from RF theft, along with packing in six credit card holder slots, an ID window and a money slot. This wallet is perfect for credit card protection, while still having plenty of room for your dad to stash his cash.

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The Adventurer's Guide to the Outdoors: 100 Essential Skills For Surviving in the Wild

Perfect for: The dad who would rather be camping
Click here to buy it now at rizzoliusa.com, $24.95


With a traditional approach in terms of presentation, this outdoor guide neatly compiles a number of outdoor survival skills, packaging them together with line-drawn illustrations. With tips on how to tell time by using the Sun, building a raft, and purifying water, this book is sure to appease dad's inner-outdoorsman.

Poe Candle and a Wood Journal

Perfect for: The dad who writes poetry by candlelight
Click here to buy the candle at bespokepost.com, $20; Wood journal at markandgraham.com, $29

Set the mood with one of these Poe candles from Bespoke Post. With scents like sandalwood and absinthe interwoven in the candle, its sure to soothe and inspire his inner poet while he scribbles in wood journals from German bookbinder's Bindewerk. These notebooks contain thick Italian paper, so the pages should be durable enough to hold all of your father's literary work. Unfortunately, we can't guarantee that everything he scrawls down will be genius.

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Nike+ Fuelband

Perfect for: The dad who is always training for his next triathlon
Click here to buy it now at nike.com, $149


Recording daily activities like dancing, running, or playing basketball, the Nike+ Fuelband is a way to analyze how many steps you've taken and how many calories you've burned in a set time frame. This is perfect for the dad who has one hand on the treadmill, and the other on a meal diary. And, even if your dad is just a couch potato, the Fuelband has a watch, too.


Omaha Steaks "Favorite Gift" Sampler

Perfect for: The dad who thinks "steak" is its own food group
Click here to buy it now at omahasteaks.com, $49.99


Omaha Steaks, based out of Omaha, Nebraska, has been supplying steaks since 1917 and they're known for a rich, quality product. This father's day sets dad up for everything he'll need for some serious grilling action, from sirloins, pork chops and burgers to sides of stuffed baked potatoes, and even a caramel apple tartlet for dessert.

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hook + ALBERT Socks

Perfect for: The dad who dresses like a dandy
Click here to buy it now at hookandalbert.com, $30


These aren't just regular socks. Aside from the crazy amount of colors and patterns that hook + ALBERT offers, the socks are built with an intense intention to detail. Hand linked toes, contour heel stitching, and a body of Peruvian cotton make these socks a level higher than the competition.


A Golden Age, by John Witzig

Perfect for: The dad who can "hang ten"
Click here to buy it now at rizzoliusa.com, $31.76


A compilation of work from photographer John Witzig, A Golden Age highlights the growth of surf culture in the 60s and 70s, giving a retrospective look at one of the hippest movements in history.

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Breaking Bad: The Fifth Season Blu-ray & DVD

Pefect for: The dad who knows how to put it all on the line for his family
Click here to buy it now at amazon.com, $29.99


The 5th season of the Emmy-winning series promises even more drama for teacher-turned-meth dealer Walter White, as Walt slips further into his new identity as a ruthless drug kingpin. As one of the most highly acclaimed shows on television today, it is a must see for dads who consider themselves pop culture buffs.

Adidas Workout Gear

Perfect For: The dad who goes harder at the gym than guys half his age
Click here to buy it now at adidas.com, $35


Adidas is a brand known the world over for quality athletic gear that looks as slick as it performs. Adidas has just released a new collection of gear that illustrates this principle: This lightweight short-sleeved tee includes Adidas' climacool technology, a ventilation system that helps cool down the wearer as activity heats the body up. Pair that with energy boost shoes, which just might be the most comfortable shoes ever, and dad will be hustling at the gym for hours.


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4. Bespoke Post Polished Box

Perfect for: The dad who has a shoe closet bigger than his spouse's
Click here to buy it now at bespokepost.com, $60


Only the highest quality of shoe care goods are assembled in this box. With an assortment of creams and oils meant to both bring out the shine and protect your leather shoes, this box is perfect for any dad who is trying to keep his shoes presentable enough to pass down to the next generation.

Sony Wireless Bluetooth Speaker

Perfect for: The dad who switches between conference calls and concert albums on the regular
Click here to buy it now at sony.com, $159.99


A flawless integration of bluetooth, stereo speakers, and sleek design, this bluetooth speaker from Sony offers music streaming capabilities from any bluetooth-equipped mobile phone with a dedicated hands-free speaker phone and an 8 hour battery, which means dad will be able to jam out wherever, whenever.

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Samuel Adams "Love of Beer" Chocolate Box

Perfect for: The dad who enjoys a tall glass of chocolate stout beer instead of chocolate ice cream for dessert
Click here to buy it now at tcho.com, $16.95


San Francisco craft chocolate maker TCHO's combines Sam Adam's hoppy bitterness with 70& dark chocolate, and is sure to please the dad who enjoys something sweet with his pint. The box of even comes with pairing notes, so if your pops is unsure of what his chocolate snack will mix well with, he'll be able to identify the best beverage for his candy confections.


All-Clad Electric Grill

Perfect for: The dad who is the self-proclaimed "grillmaster"
Click here to buy it now at williams-sonoma.com, $299.95


If it happens to rain on a day where dad planned to barbecue, an indoor feast will be anything but difficult with this grill from Williams-Sonoma. The grill has two separate heat zones, bonded heat elements and precise controls, so our dad can whip up a anything from burgers to steaks with pure precision.

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