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I’ve heard a number of the women say men are so hard to shop for. I think men are much easier to shop for than women, but I guess that’s because I am one. So if this is really an issue, allow me to help by offering my updated gift giving guide for guys.

2024 Guy Gift Guide

Guys aren’t all the same, but what we find “shiny” is fairly common. Below are some things I really like that I think most men would see as great gifts. 

Wireless Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Headphones

My son says noise-canceling headphones have saved his sanity. He wears them to cut wood and to cut the noise of two noisy boy children. These include a microphone so he can take calls without removing them. Long-lasting batteries will run almost two days on a single charge.

4-Port USB Charger

It seems there are never enough USB charging ports! This little power house can charge four devices. 

As Tim the Toolman Taylor would say “more power”!

Needle Nose Pliers Multitool 

One day my son, our neighbour, and I all reached into our pocket and pulled out this multitool. It’s a sturdy, mid-price option that puts a whole lot of tools in your pocket or glove box. The fact that we all looked at all the choices on Amazon and bought the same one suggests it should please most men.

Rechargeable Magnetic Flashlights

I’ve never met a guy who doesn’t love a great flashlight. I mean it’s the ultimate shiny thing!

These LED lights are extra useful because the magnet allows you to stick it to something, freeing a hand. It does narrow beam or floodlight. I’ve bought lights like these for several friends, and they survived multiple years of regular use. USB recharging means no changing batteries.

Energizer LED Headlamp PRO (2-Pack)

A great light for crawling around under a house or working on pretty much anything when you need both hands free. The light is where you look, even when you’re upside down. This isn’t usually the first flashlight I go for, but when I use it, I’m really glad I have it. As of 12/5 it was on sale, two for under $10.

Of course, you have to hide this from children and grandchildren because they love it. Or give them one of their own, as it’s a two-pack.

128GB Dual Connector Flash Drive

What makes this drive great is it can connect to both USB-A 3.0 and type-C ports. I’ve used this feature to make it easy to move large files from my phone to my computer. It also means you can get a file from any system.

A great drive for ten dollars and change, or double the capacity for under $20.00

RYOBI 18V Cordless LED Flashlight

Yes, another flashlight. This one is great for lighting up the outdoors at a distance, and even better as a work light. The solid base and swivel on the light means you can put the light where you want it, and it stays there. It’s the one I grab when I’m working on our car. This item is not sold with a battery and charger. If hubby already has some Ryobi battery tools, this is a great gift. If he’s already got rechargeable tools from another company, you might want to look at what they have that is similar. 

Mesh Safety Goggles

Great for a number of activities where regular goggles don’t work because they fog up. Lori and I both use them for weed eating. Also, great when running a chain saw. Not acceptable all the time, but so much better when they do the job. Safety gear you’ll use is better than what you won’t!

Cut Gloves 

These cut-resistant gloves can protect your hands in the kitchen, but they are also great for woodworking, carving, carpentry, oyster shucking, or butchering that buck he just shot.

Ohropax Wax Ear Plugs 

These wax earplugs stay in place and really cut noise. Great for power tools, shooting, or that men’s retreat where the guys who snore always fall asleep first!

Aeropress Coffee Maker

The only way to make great coffee (IMHO)! Makes one or two cups of very smooth coffee. A short soak time reduces bitterness. Travels well, as you only need to add hot water. A must-have for any coffee connoisseur.

Upgrade with a Prismo Attachment – a no-drip attachment with a reusable metal filter that lets you pull a shot.

Need to make more coffee? The Aeropress XL is twice as large.

Madalyn’s Backyard Pecan Flavored Whole Bean Coffee

We were introduced to pecan coffee while visiting friends in Austin. It’s made with bits of pecans roasted along with the coffee beans. The brand we loved in Austin is now on Amazon, and it even qualifies for Subscribe & Save.

Looking for a medium roasted cup of coffee that smells great and tastes just as good? Give this a try!

Foldable Drone with 1080P HD Camera

Every guy wants a drone, and with prices dropping, this one is currently $55 with the coupon on the site. This is an Amazon’s Choice, with 4.3 stars for 2,000 ratings.

The case and ability to fold it make it easy to pack this and use it where ever. I did some hiking with a group where one girl had a drone like this she used to get great shots at the top of the mountain we had climbed. This unit is made for beginners, so it’s an easy learning curve. Of course, he will want a bigger and better one next year…

YETI Rambler 26 oz Bottle, Vacuum Insulated, Stainless Steel with Chug Cap

I got a vacuum insulated bottle at a men’s retreat, and I love it. Whatever’s put in it stays hot or cold for hours.

Pick from two dozen colours so he can sip in style.

And of course, you can’t go wrong with a sex toy or lingerie from our friends at Married Dance!

Something to have sex on, something to put on or use on him, or something for him to use on you. These are gifts that keep on giving!

~ Paul – I’m XY, and we’re not really hard to shop for!

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