1. Combat rosary, $33: This rosary is especially giftable because it is based upon the historic design of the 1916 WWI Service Combat Rosary that was carried by soldiers, sailors, and flying aces; beautiful, yet able to withstand harsh environments. Don't forget to a rosary for him on these beads before you give them.

2. Gin and juniper Castile soap (32 oz), $23: We're huge fans of Castile soap in general for its wide versatility in personal hygiene and housecleaning. This incredible-smelling version is a good opportunity to upgrade his daily routine and add some delight for weeks to come.

3. Kiwi knife set, $43: Good tools are non-negotiable. We have this petite knife set in our apartment and I am always shocked at how excellent it is for the price, easily holding its own against the more expensive knives we received for our wedding. These knives are small scale, but handle almost any job. You could also include a magnetic knife strip to complete the gift. 

4. Waffle beanie, $20: You can never give or receive enough of these perfect beanies.

5. Monastery soups cookbook, $15: This charming cookbook of monastery soups was first given to me by a French nun (my personal favorite is the Normandy carrot soup—but add some cayenne). There's something deeply appealing about the simple, brotherly recipes and anecdotes.

6. Retractable car charger with multiple ports, $16: Everyone needs chargers. This one levels up with retractable cables to keep his console tidy and multiple ports to fit every device. It also features a voltage display so he can monitor performance. 

7. Lunch tote and cooler, $35: Tough, durable, and handsome (just like him?) for work, camping, fishing, tailgating, or Mardi Gras.

8. Cast aluminum stovetop waffle iron, $60: In a sea of electronic gadgets that need batteries, plugs, and cords, an old-fashioned waffler offers pure tactile satisfaction. The interlocking hinges and non-stick cast aluminum make it easy to use and clean. Saturday morning just got more awesome. 

9. Aeropress coffee maker, $50: Don't you just love a product that is impeccably engineered with no fuss? This coffee maker brews excellent coffee in any circumstance (even a moving bus) and all you need are beans and hot water. It comes in six other colors, including black and clear. Here's a travel version that consolidates all the components into one lidded container, which also doubles as a mug.

10. Drinking with the Saints (hardcover), $23: This collection features a year's worth of saints and feasts paired with cocktails inspired by their lives and stories. Mix up a Prompt Succor Punch, will you?

11. Gourmet tinned fish sampler (3), $39: Nobody needs fancy, delicious tinned fish in fantastic packaging, but this is exactly what gifts are for: pure delight. This sample set includes mackerel, sardines, and smoked salmon in next-level flavors. A snack fit for an amazing man who has everything. 

12. Joggers, $33: Upgrade his old sweats with this well-constructed pair that looks great and features zipper pockets, warm fleece lining, water resistant exterior, ribbed cuffs, adjustable drawstring, and 14 color options.

13. Retro bluetooth speaker, $14: He can enjoy the convenience of endless streaming music with the nostalgic appeal of a vintage radio. If you are gifting to a history or culture buff, this handsome little speaker will be a hit. 

14. Organic lip balm set (6), $10: Free him from rough, chapped lips with these rich organic, non-toxic bams. Upscale flavors include eucalyptus, coconut, citrus, mint, and vanilla. 

15. Sherpa slippers, $20: Make his weekday evenings and weekend mornings exponentially more enjoyable with cozy sherpa lining and a sturdy sole that can go outside. Seven microsuede colors. 

16. Stanley flask, $24: There’s something masculine and confident about a leather-wrapped flask from an iconic company. This one holds eight ounces of whatever he enjoys away from his favorite chair. Choose from five colors including stainless steel. 

    
    

A note about Amazon

These links connect mostly to products sold on Amazon. This is not the only place you can buy most of these items, but I set it up this way because of Amazon's ubiquity (everyone I know already has a Prime account). You can also try finding the items you like at other retailers, local shops, or even use these ideas as a springboard to create gifts.

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