For the handyman: DeWalt DC970K-2 Compact Cordless Drill
You’d be hard-pressed to find the dad who doesn’t appreciate the many uses of a good power drill. If your father has been dropping hints that he could use a new one, or if he’s still dragging around an old corded model, then consider getting him the For the handyman: DeWalt DC970K-2 Compact Cordless Drill
$69 on Amazon
For the drink connoisseur: Craft A Brew Beer Brewing Kit
If your dad likes to relax in the evening with a cold one, then the next gift on our list should scratch two itches. For the drink connoisseur: Craft A Brew Beer Brewing Kit
$43-47 on Amazon
For the geeky dad: ThinkGeek Coffee Mugs
Coffee mugs are classic “dad gifts” and the ones from ThinkGeek are anything but boring. These are perfect for nerdy coffee-loving dads, and ThinkGeek’s huge selection includes mugs that feature famous sci-fi and fantasy franchises like Star Trek, Star Wars, Harry Potter, and more. Many are heat-activated when filled with a hot drink, like this Star Trek transporter mug, or this one that shows the Millennium Falcon entering light speed. A number of mugs are currently on sale, some for as cheap as $4, so at these low prices you may as well buy a few. You can check them all out at ThinkGeek.
For the outdoorsman: Mag-Lite XL200 LED Flashlight
Every outdoorsman needs a reliable light source in the field and Mag-Lite is still the go-to brand for sturdy and affordable flashlights. If your dad is still using one of the huge D-cell Mag-Lites, especially one with an older incandescent bulb, then help him lighten his load and light up the night with a new LED model like the compact XL200. The XL200 puts out 172 lumens, far outshining traditional incandescent flashlights, and uses standard AAA batteries. The For the outdoorsman: Mag-Lite XL200 LED Flashlight
$37 on Amazon
For the gourmand: Oster DuraCeramic Flip Waffle Maker
and Will it Waffle? Recipe Book
Who doesn’t love waffles? If your dad loves to cook (or rather, loves to eat), then the For the gourmand: Oster DuraCeramic Flip Waffle Maker
You can do a lot more with this iron than make waffles, however: A great companion gift is the $8 book Will it Waffle?
$36 on Amazon
For the film buff: DBPower T20 LCD Home Projector
HDTVs are great for enjoying shows and movies in high definition, but a home projector like the For the film buff: DBPower T20 LCD Home Projector
$100 on Amazon
For the barbecue master: Cuisinart Petit Gourmet Tabletop Gas Grill
If your dad is a barbecue master (or aspires to become one) then a portable grill like the For the barbecue master: Cuisinart Petit Gourmet Tabletop Gas Grill
$94 on Amazon
For the music lover: 1byone Portable Stereo Turntable
Record players have become a hot item again in recent years and chances are good that your dad has some old vinyls lying around somewhere. If so, then something like the For the music lover: 1byone Portable Stereo Turntable
$60 on Amazon
For the new dad: Geek Dad and Experimenting with Babies
If you’re old enough to read this then our final gift idea probably doesn’t apply to you, but if you know someone who is celebrating his first Father’s Day then we’ve picked out a couple of books for the new dads out there. Younger generations of dads are well-versed in tech and nerd culture, and Geek Dad, available for $15, contains do-it-yourself crafts and project ideas for fathers to enjoy with their young children. Experimenting with Babies
Geek Dad
Experimenting with Babies