10 gifts Dad actually wants for Father’s Day

If you’re trying to justify a new wallet or set of grill brushes, this list is for you.

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Hardcover Notebook, $20; Leuchtturm1917.
From tracking to-do lists to journaling, to calculating measurements and sketching ideas, this hardcover notebook is durable, dependable and adaptable. It’s the best notebook for everything Dad’s bound to get into.
Wood Docking Station, $30; Wooden Page Gifts.
Unless he carries a briefcase, Dad’s stuff is often filling up his pockets. This docking station gives him a place to drop everything and return to find it always in its place.
Leather Toiletry Bag, $48; ByPage.
A toothbrush, deodorant and a razor ... the packing essentials for traveling fathers across the country. Give him a bag to catch all of his miscellaneous items that is personalized, classy and wears well with time.
Lightweight Insulated Sleeping Bag, $450; Feathered Friends.
Dads are quick to offer their jackets to keep others warm, but there’s no avoiding the cold when camping in the winter. This lightweight sleeping bag is insulated with water-resistant and breathable fabric. No more late-night shivering here.
Insulated 64oz Growler, $60; Shine Craft Vessel Co..
Keeping Dad hydrated often means chugging his water bottle in the car before it gets warm, but it doesn’t have to. This Virginia-based company makes insulated growlers that can hold up to 64 oz. and stay cold for hours on end.
Black Ceramic Temperature Control Mug, $125; Ember.
If Dad takes a few trips to the microwave to heat up his coffee every morning, it’s time for a temperature-controlled mug. He can set his perfect balance of cool, warm or hot, all while never leaving his desk chair.
Centennial Fountain Pen in Classic Black with Gold Trim, $623; Parker.
Whether signing in style or jotting down notes, dads always need a pen. This fountain pen combines luxury with functionality with an 18-karat gold nib and replaceable ink cartridges.
Antique Brass, Japanese Fish Hook Key Chain, $7; Buckleguycom.
His belt loops don’t last forever, but brass does. This fish-hook style key chain is designed to hold keys on the waistband, from a pocket or even on a briefcase strap, and is the perfect everyday-use gift.
Made-to-order Wooden Book Shelf, $650; Hardwood Artisans.
Stacks and stacks of books can overwhelm a room. Let Dad have his own organized library with this Virginia made-to-order wooden bookshelf.
500 Lumen Flashlight with Rechargeable Batteries, $55; Streamlight.
Late-night walks through the neighborhood can be dangerous, but this high-lumen flashlight has several modes, including an SOS signal. It’s bright enough to light up the whole street and keep Dad safe.

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