25 Father's Day Gifts for His Everyday Carry
Bernard Capulong
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Father's Day is on June 19th this year. No pressure or anything, but that gives you less than a couple of weeks to find the perfect gift to get your dad. Don't worry—our guide has 25 awesome gifts for every type of dad to help you finally answer the burning question: “What could I possibly get for the man who has everything?”
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Father's Day Gift Ideas for…
The Professional
For the successful dad who's always on his grind, takes pride in his work, and crushes it at the office day in and day out…
- Bellroy Low Down: A truly slim wallet made with veg-tan leather, designed to carry his cash and cards with none of the bulk. ($80)
- AVI-8 FlyBoy Mesh: A modern-day automatic pilot watch with a Milanese mesh metal strap that gives it a dressed-up look he can wear in and out of the office. ($400)
- Rhodia Webnotebook: A thoughtfully designed notebook to keep him on top of his game, featuring quality paper, an inside pocket, and a ribbon bookmark between an Italian leatherette hardcover. ($18)
- Victorinox Executive: A classic pocket knife that's perfect for the office, equipped with two pen blades, scissors, screwdrivers, and a unique orange peeler. ($28)
- Pilot Metropolitan Pen: An elegant office jotter featuring a robust brass body accented with stainless steel on the outside, fitted with a familiar G2 refill for a smooth writing experience on the inside. ($18)
The Gadget Enthusiast
For the tech-savvy dad whose vice is his devices…
- Master & Dynamic MH30: An attractive set of headphones with a luxe, mixed-material folding design for easy on-the-go listening. ($329)
- DSPTCH Portfolio: A low-profile briefcase designed to haul and organize his most essential devices. ($120)
- 4Sevens QuarkSmart Bluetooth Flashlight: A capable daily carry flashlight that connects to his phone for smart functionality and unmatched control. ($65)
- Otterbox Universe: A phone case that offers superior protection and compatibility with swappable parts like an extra battery, camera upgrade, flash drive, and more. ($50)
- BigIDesign Ti Click Pro: An EDC-worthy titanium clicky pen, equipped with a stylus for analog and digital work. ($89)
The Jetsetter
For the dad who loves to travel and only packs the best of the best…
- Timbuk2 Command Backpack: A TSA-friendly laptop backpack that's sophisticated inside and out, ideal for work, travel, and everyday use. ($126)
- PacSafe V150 Travel Wallet: A spacious, RFID-blocking wallet to keep his travel documents organized and secure, designed with anti-theft features to thwart pick-pockets. ($45)
- mophie Powerstation 5x: A sleek, ultra-slim power bank with high-speed charging, durable aluminum construction, and enough juice to keep his devices charged up to five times over. ($110)
- Maxpedition Aftermath Compact Toiletry Bag: A rugged dopp kit made with military-grade materials, meticulously organized so he'll have everything he needs all in one place. ($48)
- AKG N60nc Headphones: Pro-level sound quality with noise-canceling technology so he can enjoy any commute, in a portable folding design. ($250)
The Outdoorsman
For the adventurous dad who'd rather be outside, taking in nature more than anything…
- Benchmade Grizzly Creek Hunting Knife: A USA-made hunting knife he can use every day, with a foldout gut hook that'll come in handy on his next hunting and fishing trips. ($166)
- Casio G-Shock “Dark Knight”: A blacked-out, military-inspired digital watch that's tough enough for any adventure. ($68)
- Stanley Adventure Flask and Shot Glass Set: Pair it with dad's favorite drink and invite him to a relaxing camping trip for some quality R&R. Cheers to him. ($30)
- Trayvax Element Wallet: A rugged minimalist wallet handcrafted from steel, leather, and paracord from a brand built on a passion for the outdoors. ($80)
- ThruNite Catapult V5: A flashlight so powerful it's practically a handheld searchlight, perfect for overnight camping and after hours hikes. ($99)
The DIYer
For the dad who loves to work with his hands, is able to fix anything, and is always tinkering with a new project…
- Rexford RUT: A next-level utility blade designed by one of the best makers in the scene and built from tough titanium. ($149)
- Leatherman Tread: A multi-tool wrist accessory packed with 19 functions so he'll always have his tools on hand. ($165)
- KeyBar: An overbuilt key organizer to silence his keychain without any fuss. It's compatible with tons of add-on tools too, making it perfect for the tinkerer type of dad who really likes to customize his gear. KeyBar's also offering a special discount to EDC readers with coupon code "EDC10". ($45)
- Midori Bullet Pencil: An upgrade to the pencil he keeps behind his ear when working on projects, made to be durable and easy to carry. ($12)
- Field Notes Workshop Companion: A crowd-favorite pocket notebook designed specifically to keep him on top of each of his many projects. ($20)
Hopefully you've found something you know your dad will love from this guide. Or, for all you dads who are notoriously difficult to shop for, feel free share this article with your loved ones.
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Bernard is known for bringing everyday carry out of obscurity and into the mainstream, having been published or featured in various publications such as GQ, TIME Magazine, The New York Times, VICE, HYPEBEAST, Outside, and many others. He has also played a part in curating, designing, and developing digital and physical products, resulting in successful crowdfunding projects or limited edition collaboration products with established softgoods brands. He stays on the pulse of the EDC industry by attending trade shows, participating in online interest communities, and actively engaging with fellow gear enthusiasts on social media.
In addition to being the editor-in-chief and main social media personality for EverydayCarry.com, Bernard is an avid gearhead and collector in general. His personal collections span technical bags, fountain pens, digital cameras, retro gaming hardware, personal hi-fi audio gear, and mechanical wristwatches, to name a few. Bernard Capulong is a prominent figure and trusted authority in the everyday carry industry with a career dedicated to helping people discover this hobby and stay prepared with quality gear.
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