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What to Buy Your Dad Who Says He ‘Doesn’t Need Anything’

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He’s a man of simple pleasures—golf, John Grisham and a good Bolognese sauce. And while that’s so endearing, it sure does make gift giving a bore. (How many golf tees do you really need?) This year, surprise him with something special that he never even knew he wanted, let alone needed. Here, ideas that your stubborn traditional dad will love.

25 Holiday Gift Ideas for $25 or Less


baxter of california grooming products
Dermstore

Shaving Kit

Features a double-edge razor and brush for the old-school man in your life.

Baxter of California ($260)

philips indoor grill
Bed Bath & Beyond

Indoor Smokeless Grill

So he can keep perfecting that cedar-plank salmon all winter long.

Philips ($280)

playing card set
Moda Operandi

Luxury Playing Cards

You just might break his poker face.

Giobagnara ($305)

electric toothbrush
Bed Bath & Beyond

Smart Electric Toothbrush

A dentist-level brush to keep all cavities at bay.

Philips ($305)

coach wallet
Saks Fifth Avenue

Monogrammed Passport Case

Extra organization is always appreciated. And stamped leather is the cherry on top.

Coach ($150)

star wars r2d2 droid workshop
Yoox

'star Wars’ Droid Workshop

So he can make his very own R2-D2. Yes, really.

Egmont ($32)

trapper hat
Nordstrom

Shearling Trapper Hat

An ultra-warm accessory for the outdoorsy types.

UGG ($155)

anna rablabs whiskey cubes
Saks Fifth Avenue

Smokey Quartz Whisky Cubes

Meant to keep drinks cold for up to an hour without watering down the flavor.

Anna by RabLabs ($102)

beard care set
Dermstore

Beard Grooming Kit

The old guy’s never looked more sophisticated with his salt-and-pepper beard. Help him keep it hydrated with this three-piece care set.

V76 by Vaughn ($65)

adidas sneakers
Saks Fifth Avenue

Bold Sneakers

He’s been killing the white sneaker game for years, so get him a fresh new pair of colored footwear to add to the rotation.

Adidas ($320)

bed bath and beyond golf organizer
Bed Bath & Beyond

Golf Bag Organizer

For the few times he’s not out on the green.

Bed Bath & Beyond ($50)

tissot watch
Nordstrom

Stainless Steel Watch

Go in on this with your siblings for the ultimate holiday surprise. 

Tissot ($375)

duke cannon beer soap
Ulta

Big Ass Beer Soap

First, he’ll love the name. Then the skin-conditioning benefits and amazing smell.

Duke Cannon Supply Co ($8)

nest smart thermostat
Nordstrom

Nest Learning Thermostat

Never argue about the temperature again.

Nest ($250)

wallet1
Saks Fifth Avenue

Bifold Wallet

One step above his money clip. 

Paul Smith ($195)

fizzics draft beer tap system
Bed Bath & Beyond

Draft Beer System

Revitalize any can or bottle of brew with this cool countertop system that uses pressure and sound waves to enhance the flavor and feel.

Fizzics ($130)

everlane duffel
Everlane

Leather-trim Duffel Bag

For quick gym trips and European getaways.

Everlane ($115)


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