Celebrate Dad with These Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Whether the dad or granddad in your life is a woodworker, car tinkerer or foodie, there are lots of great gifts that will put a smile on his face and the right tools in his workshop. Here are some practical, fun and delicious Father’s Day gift ideas for every budget.

Measure twice, cut once

Give Dad some high-tech options beyond simple measuring tools with a 65-foot, 2-in-1 Laser Tape Measure with Digital Display. The large, high-contrast screen with white digits on a black backlit screen can easily be seen from all angles, and one-button operation makes it fast, accurate and easy to use. This versatile tool offers real-time, walk-off measurements from walls and other surfaces, so dads can fine precise distances.

Or, pick up the tape measure that has a built-in horizontal bubble level, which allows you to figure out if a surface is level. No need to reach for another leveling tool when this one is at the ready.

Find the right angles and shapes 

If Dad enjoys woodworking projects, fine carpentry or construction, he probably spends lots of time measuring and marking inside, outside and sloped angles. That’s why he’ll need the ANGLE-IZER® Plastic Protractor. This handy tool fits in small spaces where a t-bevel won’t. It features a four-piece design with brass lock nut so it’s perfect for any build.

 You may want to add the ANGLE-IZER® Digital Angle Finder, too, which has a lock angle feature that saves time and improves accuracy. There’s also a built-in reverse angle function and a large, easy-to-read display.

Looking for a way Dad can create an instant template for curved and oddly-shaped profiles? Forget makeshift cardboard and pick him up the ANGLE-IZER® Contour Gauge, Profile Gauge, and Shape Duplicator, which makes measuring, copying and cutting a cinch.

Fitting around most pipes or columns, this is a great, durable tool for measuring moldings, duplicating spindles on the lathe and copying curves.


Offer a tasty sip to keep him going!

Help dad kick-start an early morning or late-night project by treating him to some delicious coffee gifts, such as a BeanBox monthly subscription or a sampler packed full of flavor for tea-loving fathers. A monthly shipment of craft beers to try will give him something to look forward to.

Stick it to him

There's nothing worse than having to hold screws between your lips while using both hands doing home improvement projects. Give dad a Magnetic Wristband, embedded with 10 strong Neodymium magnets that work as an extra hand to hold screws, nails, washers, drill bits and even small tools. Two small pockets hold non-magnetic items.


Good Things Come In Small Packages

Dad will appreciate getting jobs done twice as fast with the Speed Drive Screwdriver Set, which comes with two types of screwdrivers and 18 bits. Switch directions with the flip of a switch, and this tool will fit almost any screw. An ergonomic handle stores all the bits in one compact spot.

The right tool set

Young dads will appreciate this 39-piece Starter Home/Apartment Tool Set, which includes all the basics for repairs around the house, including a claw hammer, slip joint pliers, a magnetized bit driver and precision screwdrivers. With tools from this kit, DIYers can make a fun project with the kids: A bottle opener game that’s perfect for outdoor fun this summer when it’s time to crack open a frosty beverage.

Need more?

The 76-piece PCS Deluxe Home Tool Set fits the bill, with several kinds of pliers, an adjustable wrench, spring clamps, a torpedo level, scissors and much more, all tidy in a molded case. Or, go big with the 130-piece Home and Automotive Repair Tool Set.

Using tools from these kits, Dad can build the ultimate outdoor kitchen accessory: A rolling grill cart that will boost al fresco entertaining all season long.


Your dad deserves the best. This Father's Day, get dad a gift he'll find an excuse to use!

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