Help - Christmas Gift Ideas for Dad

odusgolp
odusgolp Posts: 10,477 Member
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I need Christmas gift ideas for my father. He’s beyond difficult.

1. Anything he wants… he buys. He “needs” nothing.
2. He no longer has any hobbies. He’s given up flight lessons, woodworking, god forbid he ever exercises… Nothing. Notta.
3. He’s in his 60’s and loves his couch and a bucket full of cashews. That's... it.
4. He loves anything techy/geeky. Everything apple pretty much… mini mac running his TV, ipads, iphones, etc.


Last year we got him an iGrill and a Nest Electronic Thermostat… both huge hits. LOVED them. But this year, I can’t find anything.

Help. Anyone know of a cool new techy toy for pops??

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  • _John_
    _John_ Posts: 8,646 Member
    give him the keys to a new sports car...(should run you about $50-$100).
  • _Krys10_
    _Krys10_ Posts: 1,234 Member
    Does he have Apple TV? We had one a few years back and have since switched to Roku. What about getting him a TV series that he may like or Amazon gift card to pay for movie downloading.
  • odusgolp
    odusgolp Posts: 10,477 Member
    Does he have Apple TV? We had one a few years back and have since switched to Roku. What about getting him a TV series that he may like or Amazon gift card to pay for movie downloading.

    He doesn't have an apple tv... he is a loyal cable guy, but I think it's actually a great idea.

    The iTunes/Amazon cards are always a win too.
  • wolverine66
    wolverine66 Posts: 3,779 Member
    Does he have Apple TV? We had one a few years back and have since switched to Roku. What about getting him a TV series that he may like or Amazon gift card to pay for movie downloading.

    ^^ she took my answer

    thankfully, my dad provides us with a list. otherwise, i would probably still be making him macaroni necklaces
  • odusgolp
    odusgolp Posts: 10,477 Member
    Have you guys seen this??

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=apVR5Htz0K4


    Frankly, if I were smart enough to build that thing, He'd LOVE that!!!! *LOL*
  • odusgolp
    odusgolp Posts: 10,477 Member
    ^^ she took my answer

    thankfully, my dad provides us with a list. otherwise, i would probably still be making him macaroni necklaces

    This year, the macaroni necklace might just happen.
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  • DeltaZero
    DeltaZero Posts: 1,197 Member
    nuts.com
  • splashzor
    splashzor Posts: 3
    sounds just like the men in my family. in for ideas, too.
  • odusgolp
    odusgolp Posts: 10,477 Member
    Also, he doesn't drink. I got some cool private suggestions for items related to normal man activities like brewing beer... but he finds that revolting.



    Freaking nuts and gift cards it is. Maybe some new socks for good measure *sigh*
  • kzivic
    kzivic Posts: 326 Member
    Is he a sports or music fan? My dad is difficult to shop for as well, so my sister and I get tickets to sporting events or concerts for him.
  • MiloBloom83
    MiloBloom83 Posts: 2,724 Member
    Cashews are one of my favorite things to get. Sooooo...
  • odusgolp
    odusgolp Posts: 10,477 Member
    Is he a sports or music fan? My dad is difficult to shop for as well, so my sister and I get tickets to sporting events or concerts for him.

    No and No. He loves Glee. *LOL*

    OK, he does like big productions/plays of sorts.. I could see what's coming up for tickets. That's a great idea...
  • fullerbrickroad
    fullerbrickroad Posts: 22
    Does he want a gift?

    The reason why I ask is that your description reminds me of me. I can be labeled as beyond difficult because anything I want I go buy. I need nothing. I have practically begged my MIL to stop buying me gifts 'I don't need anything. Please stop wasting your money. Spend it on the kids instead". She refuses to listen. So frustrating. Her gifts usually end up in the Goodwill box. I hate clutter and having a house full of stuff I don't need.
  • ScottyNoHotty
    ScottyNoHotty Posts: 1,957 Member
    ED meds and a hooker.....
  • capnrus789
    capnrus789 Posts: 2,736 Member
    Get some wacky Sharper Image thing. They get all sorts of techie crap.
  • SpeSHul_SnoflEHk
    SpeSHul_SnoflEHk Posts: 6,256 Member
    Hmmm. If the cashews don't do it, you could give him the video of his wife and daughter with that guy from iowa. :wink:
  • da1128
    da1128 Posts: 212 Member
    Oh my, I used to have the same problem and I wish I still did. :brokenheart:

    Okay, does he like to read? How about a Kindle and a gift card from amazon.com? (You said he has an iPad, but the Kindle is excellent!)

    Definitely the cashews.

    What are his favorite television programs? Most networks have online gift stores which sell merchandise related to one's favorite program.

    A care basket full of 'man' things, i.e. his fave aftershave or cologne, the cashews, a remote with all the bells and whistles, other snacks, his favorite beverages, socks, razors, his fave magazines, gift certificate for a massage, etc.

    Oh, and definitely a Forever Lazy! Not kidding! Those are extremely comfy, warm, and cuddly. :bigsmile:
  • Some_Watery_Tart
    Some_Watery_Tart Posts: 2,250 Member
    During his foray into flying, did he show any interest in weather? My dad's a hobby pilot and a huge weather geek. I got him one of these: http://www.acurite.com/acurite-8-professional-digital-weather-station-with-weather-ticker-forecast-temperature-humidity-wind-rain-01500.html.

    My husband liked it so much I got him one for Father's Day. There are a ton of them out there in different price ranges.
  • odusgolp
    odusgolp Posts: 10,477 Member
    OMG, I'm dying at the forever lazy *LOL*
  • odusgolp
    odusgolp Posts: 10,477 Member
    During his foray into flying, did he show any interest in weather? My dad's a hobby pilot and a huge weather geek. I got him one of these: http://www.acurite.com/acurite-8-professional-digital-weather-station-with-weather-ticker-forecast-temperature-humidity-wind-rain-01500.html.

    My husband liked it so much I got him one for Father's Day. There are a ton of them out there in different price ranges.

    I think you just won!!!



    I love you so hard right now. He'd totally dig something like that.
  • sansey
    sansey Posts: 113 Member
    My dad is difficult to buy for as well. Some type of deal. For the last few years I have bought him a package from Omaha Steaks. Kind of cheesy but he really liked it. Its a idea and pretty easy.
  • IPAkiller
    IPAkiller Posts: 711 Member
    We can go halvsis and give the same gift to all our parents...
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  • odusgolp
    odusgolp Posts: 10,477 Member
    We can go halvsis and give the same gift to all our parents...
    pregnancy_test_positive.jpg

    You just want to see my boobs get huge, don't you?
  • IPAkiller
    IPAkiller Posts: 711 Member
    We can go halvsis and give the same gift to all our parents...
    pregnancy_test_positive.jpg

    You just want to see my boobs get huge, don't you?
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  • odusgolp
    odusgolp Posts: 10,477 Member
    You're awful *LOL*

    :blushing:
  • suhaylahjames5
    suhaylahjames5 Posts: 1
    how bout one of those fitness watches? or a smart watch?

    usa.betabuywatches.com has some good reviews and prices

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