39 Birthday Gift Ideas For Dad Who Wants Nothing
One good thing about shopping for birthday gifts for dads is that they’re not that hard to shop, even when they say they want nothing. To make them happy, you only need to give them something about their hobby, or something practical. Here are a few birthday gift ideas for dad that they’ll surely love.
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Dewalt Combo Kit
This Dewalt power tool combo kit is the ultimate dream of DIY dads. The kit includes a drill, reciprocating saw, circular saw, oscillating tool, grinder, and more. All powered by a 20V Max Lithium-ion battery.
Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind
Every dad needs a little something to do in their downtime. If he’s a reader, this best-selling book will surely pique his interest. As a matter of fact, this book made it to the summer reading list of Barrack Obama, Bill Gates, and Mark Zuckerberg. A great gift for book lovers.
Proraso Shaving Cream
Nothing can beat a clean and fresh feeling. And what better way to feel young again than to shave that grown beard?
Vegetables Spiralizer
For dads turned vegan, this handheld spiralizer will make it a lot easier to create his own meal.
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Anker PowerCore Slim
He’ll never make the excuse that his phone died once you give him this slim power bank. It’s equipped with PowerIQ technology that allows it to deliver just the perfect amount of power to charge his mobile phone as fast and efficiently as possible.
Putting Green
Your golf-headed dad will surely enjoy a lot of time at home once he’s able to practice his golf skills right at the comfort of home through this putting green.
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Hamilton Beach Double Sandwich Maker
Busy dads will love how quick they can cook a full meal using this thing. And, since they’d probably need a heavy breakfast, make it double.
Rak Magnetic Wristband
How many times have you seen him looking for a tiny bolt when he’s doing home improvements? Never let that happen again by giving him this powerful magnetic wristband.
The Bucket List: 1000 Adventures Big & Small
If your dad spent his entire life working, encourage him to do something fun by giving him this book. He’ll surely find fun enough adventure for him from the 1000 bucket list ideas from this list. It makes a great retirement gift too!
Anker Wireless Charger
Get rid of the extra cords at the house by making going wireless. The Anker charger instantly charges your phone, earbuds, and smartwatch simply by placing them on top. Great birthday gift for your tech-savvy dad.
Streamlight Pocket Flashlight
Your survival enthusiast dad will love to add this pocket-sized flashlight to his survival gear. It produces a 68m beam of light and runs for 3.5 hours. Plus, it has a built-in clip so he can attach it to his cap or clothing.
Project Smoke
If your dad has been spending weeks trying to perfect his smoked rib recipe and to no avail, maybe it’s time to seek professional help in a form of a book. The Project smoke will teach him 100 world-class recipes from classic, to adventurous.
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Toilet Timer
Is spending too much time in the toilet the reason he’s always late? Do him a favor and give him a toilet timer.
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YETI Rambler 14 oz Mug
This vacuum insulated coffee mug will keep his coffee hot for hours so he doesn’t have to rush to finish his coffee.
It’s made with high-quality stainless steel that is virtually indestructible and is coated with dura coating that prevents scratches and flaking. A great birthday gift for coffee-loving dads.
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Tile Pro
Release him from the constant loop of trying to find his car keys, wallet, and all sorts of tough by giving him a Tile Pro. Simply let him use the Tile app to ring anything he placed a tile on within 400 ft. Perfect gift for the forgetful dad.
Couldn’t Pick a Better Dad
You’ll probably get a raise in allowance if you give your dad this heart-felt guitar pick.
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TriggerPoint Foam Roller
This foam roller helps release muscle tightness and decrease soreness so your dad can train again the next day. Perfect for dads who go to the gym.
Minimalist Wrist Watch
This minimalist wrist watch embodies a simple design that blends the luxurious colors of back and gold. Perfect for any occasion.
Parent Saddle with Easy Close Strap
Nothing beats quality time with the family. And if dad is up to it, this parent saddle will surely make your little brother happy.
Premium Beard Straightener
Give your bearded dad a fresher look by giving him the ability to straighten his beard. It utilizes cutting edge ion technology and MCH dual ceramic plates that give you the best straight beard in a short amount of time.
Zepp Golf 2 3D Swing Analyzer
Take your dad’s gold game to a whole new level with this golf swing analyzer. It helps analyze the club speed, club plane, tempo, backswing length, and more to give him an insight into what he needs to improve on. Great gift for Golfers.
Bose Frames
This is not just regular sunglasses, it’s sunglasses with built-in open ear audio that allows you to listen to music while still being aware of the surroundings. Plus, it has an integrated microphone for calls and access to your phone’s virtual assistant.
Star Wars Shirt
Star Wars fan dads will surely love to wear this shirt. It’s an officially licensed Star Wars shirt made with soft cotton and is comfortable for all-day wear.
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Redneck Backscratcher
Add some humor in your birthday gift by giving your dad the largest back scratcher in the world.
Duct Tape Engineer: The Book of Big, Bigger, and Epic Duct Tape Projects
If your dad believes in the saying “If duct tape can’t fix it, you aren’t using enough” then this is the gift for him. This book is full of grand ideas that duct tapes can do from building a lightweight bed frame to a functional kayak.
Fishing Rod Transporter
Allow him to easily transport up to 5 fishing rods safely and conveniently with the Rod-runner fishing rod transporter. It’s made for fishing enthusiasts so they can spend more time fishing and less time prepping.
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YETI Tundra 35 Cooler
The Yeti Tundra combines the fat-wall design with the permafrost insulation technology to make sure that ice stays ice. In addition, rotomolded construction makes it virtually indestructible. Dad will be able to use it to cool beers on summer getaways or weekend get-togethers.
Dad, I Wrote a Book About You
Make your dad feel the love by giving him a book you wrote for him. This fill-in-the-blank book gives simple, creative, and honoring prompts to create a heartfelt book for your dad.
Neck and Back Neck Massager
What better way to relax after long hours at work than a neck massage? This neck massager is equipped with 8 powerful nodes that helps release tight muscles. In addition, it features a gentle heating technology that improves blood circulation for better relaxation. Best for dads who are always stressed out.
Bellroy Hide & Seek Wallet
It’s time to get rid of his old leather wallet and replace it with this classic slim leather wallet from Bellroy. It’s made with environmentally certified leather backed with a 3-year warranty and holds up to 12 cards while still fitting perfectly in his pocket without the excess bulk.
Electric Smoker
How does your dad spend weekends? If he’s like mine who loves cooking then this Masterbuilt electric smoker is perfect for him. It gives him the ability to cook delicious smoked ribs everyone can share for a perfect quality time with the family.
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Keurig K-Classic Coffee Maker
Getting a fresh cup of joe in the morning is what most dads look forward to. What better way to make him happy on his birthday than by giving him a Keurig coffee maker. It instantly creates coffee for him with a single click of a button. Perfect birthday gift for dads who can’t live without coffee.
Theragun Mini
Getting muscle tightness is common, especially for those who workout. The Theragun Mini delivers 2400 percussions per minute to achieve therapeutic effects to release muscle tightness and improve blood flow.
iRobot Smart Vacuum Cleaner
This smart vacuum cleaner will keep the floor on your dad’s house sparkling clean without having to lift a muscle. He simply has to ask the iRobot to clean using his voice and it will start cleaning. In addition, it learns his cleaning habits over time and creates a cleaning schedule base on his cleaning preference.
Carbonated Beer Growler
Crafting the perfect beer is not easy. But it gets a lot easier with this carbonated beer growler. It automatically regulates pressure to optimally carbonate beer. In addition, it has a dispenser tap so he can quickly drink his beer directly from the growler.
They say trial and error is the way to go, but not when it involves putting holes in your house. The Walabot is equipped with cutting-edge technology so you can see clearly inside your walls. Perfect for plumbing, installing frames, or home repairs around the house.
Fitbit Versa 3 Health & Fitness Smartwatch with GPS
This health and fitness smartwatch gives him insights into his overall health and fitness in seconds. In addition, it allows him to read notifications and access his phone within his wrist. It’s equipped with a GPS so he doesn’t have to bring his phone with him when running outdoors. If you want the cheaper version, I’ve made a list of the best budget fitness trackers in 2021.
Diamond Whiskey Decanter
For your whiskey-loving dads, this diamond-shaped decanter set will surely impress him and his friends. This decanter includes the premium diamond decanter plus two diamond-shaped whiskey glasses that will surely be a good conversation starter for your dad and his friends.
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A Final Note
I hope you were able to find the perfect gift idea.
We recognize that looking for gifts for men is difficult. Which is why we did are doing the heavy lifting to look for gifts that men would like. If you didn’t find the perfect gift you were looking for, feel free to explore other gift ideas.
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