You’ve done the tie thing; the personalized mug thing; the “Whoops? It’s Father’s Day??!”-quick-run-out-to-the-store-and-grab-a-card thing. (Mark your calendars: The holiday falls on Sunday, June 21, this year.) If you’re tapped out on ideas regarding what to give your old man — or any dad in your life, for that matter — fear not: We’ve rounded up a variety of Father’s Day gift ideas that are both fun and functional.
Music to his ears
The Tivoli Audio Model One AM/FM tabletop radio ($149.99) is widely praised for its superior sound quality. The Model One BT (currently $199.99) comes with a built-in Bluetooth receiver, so dad can listen to his favorite music wirelessly via a Bluetooth-enabled device. The Model One has a sleek, classic look and comes in several different color combinations — from black ash/silver to cherry/cobalt blue. http://www.tivoliaudio.com
Sit, stay
If your dad is attached to a certain chair — like, really attached, to the point that it’s falling apart because of overuse — it may be time for an upgrade. The Lars leather lounge chair ($1,299) from Room and Board features a solid wood frame and quality leather sourced from a Minnesota tannery. Available in two colors — cognac and smoke — the modern, sculptural piece is as comfortable as it is attractive. http://www.roomandboard.com
Tools of the trade
Here’s another quality gift in fine leather: a handmade toolbox from Kaufmann Mercantile ($229). Featuring vegetable-tanned leather and solid brass rivets and fasteners, this handsome piece accommodates a full set of screwdrivers, a standard hammer and a wrench. http://www.kaufmann-mercantile.com
Double-duty accessories
Cufflinks.com specializes in men’s accessories, from engravable cuff links to, yes, ties (although here, they’re referred to fancily as “neckwear”). A money clip might seem like a dull gift idea, but Cufflinks sells unique varieties, such as one that conceals an 8GB flash drive ($80), so dad can store dollars and data; and another that doubles as a bottle opener ($35), so no more need for that lighter trick. http://www.cufflinks.com
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Hanging out in style
Another way for dads to kick back is in Kammok’s Roo hammock. Inspired by the kangaroo, this lightweight camping hammock ($99) is super-easy to install and take down — perfect for adventurous types who like to both explore and recline. Check out the Instagram tag #THEROOLIFE to see enviable photos of it in (in)action. http://www.kammok.com
Pearson is a freelance writer.