Unique Holiday Gifts for Guys

Gimmicks and Gadgets

Crystal Ray
How many times have you shopped for holiday gifts and ended up noticing many things you wanted but were stumped when it came to finding gifts for the guys in your life? I don't know about you, but the guys I know love gadgets, gizmos, and functional items. Buying holiday gifts for men and boys takes a little more thought and creativity, but it doesn't have to be a chore. Shop stores that sell unique items and you'll find just want your guys want at a price you can afford.

Instead of buying your favorite guys gifts such as another t-shirt to add to their wardrobe, or a package of screwdrivers they really don't want or need, consider the following unique holiday gifts for especially for guys. If you really know what your guys like, at least one of these items are sure to please. Keep in mind, holiday gifts should be what the guys in your life really want - not what you want them to have.

Game Tickets

If the guys on your holiday gift list love sports, give them unique and unexpected holiday gifts. Give your favorite sports-loving guys tickets to their favorite sporting events, and make sure you buy an extra ticket so you can enjoy the game as well. Spending time together with a father, son, or significant other at a sporting event is a unique way to say I love you, and even if you don't care for sports, spending time together is worth far more than any other holiday gifts you could give.

Digital Photo Frame

Digital photo frames are definitely unique, and if the guys on your gift list enjoy taking digital photos, they would most certainly make a fantastic gifts. Digital photo frames come in all sizes, and they operate with a memory card. Favorite digital photos can be displayed at the office, on a wall, at home, or anywhere else the men in your life work or relax. Many digital photo frames can be set to display photos for specific periods of time before moving on to the next picture, and the way in which they transition can also be set according to unique preferences.

State-of-the-Art Tools

Guys of all ages love tools, and what guy wouldn't want a state-of-the-art tool to meet a specific need? My dad is a woodworker, and I know he would love to have the latest and greatest carving tools, a scroll saw, a router, or a handy vacuum clamp. Whether the guys you buy gifts for work with wood, on vehicles, home improvements, or around the yard, you'll find innovative tools to meet every budget and preference.

XM Satellite Radio

My husband is a truck driver, and one of the best holiday gifts I've ever given him was an XM satellite radio and subscription. This is a unique gift for anyone who does a lot of traveling, and it can be used at home and online, as well as on the road. The cost of the receiver and monthly subscription is a small price to pay for commercial-free entertainment, and it's a gift that will keep on giving. My husband loves listening to the comedians, country music stations, and XM's Truckin' Bozo show. Whatever subjects appeal to the guys on your holiday gift list, they're sure to find something of interest on XM satellite radio.

MP3 Alarm Clock

Have you ever heard of an MP3 alarm clock? I hadn't until recently, and I plan on buying this unique gift for the guys on my holiday list. The one I found is a 64 MB cube, and it's said to have fantastic sound for its size. Music is easily uploaded from a PC, and the alarm can be set to go off with standard alarm clock sounds or MP3 music. I found this unique gift at I Want One of Those. Holiday gifts such as this are truly unique, and it's something that guys of all ages can use and enjoy.

Published by Crystal Ray - Featured Contributor in Lifestyle

Crystal Ray is an award-winning freelance writer and artist from the Chicago area. Her passion is interior design, but she also loves entertaining and crafting. She is continually developing unique and creat...  View profile

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  • A.M. Morgan10/17/2007

    Good tips. Thanks for sharing.

  • Orchiolum10/15/2007

    New cars are always a good idea;)

  • Secretsides10/14/2007

    Great ideas, I think it is hard to buy for men too!

  • Chris M. Carmichael10/13/2007

    great ideas

  • Lenora Murdock10/13/2007

    You came up with wonderful ideas. Game tickets are a super idea. I was thinking as I read your gadgets and woodworking about how great a shop vac would be. Super article.

  • J P Whickson10/12/2007

    Good idea

  • Zac Wassink10/12/2007

    game tickets are awesome!!

  • Kathy Weaver10/11/2007

    My husband travels some for work and I like the XM Satellite Radio suggestion!

  • dalifona10/11/2007

    Wonderful ideas! I agree men are hard to shop for.

  • Sophie10/11/2007

    Great gift ideas. My husband always says he has so much already whenever I ask him what he would like for a gift. He doesn't make it easy!
    Sophie

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