Is their a man in your life that has everything or is simply difficult to shop for? Here are 15 Gifts for the Impossible Man in your life!
If you have a man in your life that you feel like is impossible to shop for I am here for you today. Whether you are shopping for the holidays, a birthday or even an anniversary I have compiled my top 15 favorite gifts to give for that impossible man in your life.
15 Gifts for the Impossible Man
Is their a man in your life that has everything or is simply difficult to shop for? Here are 15 Gifts for the Impossible Man in your life!
We have this YETI backpack cooler and absolutely love it. We love that it can carry up to 18 cans of your favorite beverage (or 26 pounds of ice) while keeping your hands free.
If you have a whiskey or bourbon drinker in your life this craft cocktail smoker kit is for them! This All in One Old Fashioned Smoker Kit Includes Handcrafted Wooden Cocktail Smoker Box, Smoking Gun Food Smoker and Wood Chips and retails for $114.95.
Make shaved ice or snow cones with the HomePro Ice Shaver, or add a dash of Blue Cotton Candy syrup to your freshly squeezed lemonade. Cool off pool side with shaved ice. This is the ultimate gift for the "big" kid aka man in your life!
Does the man in your life love to wear hats? Check out Salt Life and the wide variety of ball caps, beenies, and visors they have to offer. Plus they have FREE shipping on ALL orders over $50!
12 days, 12 spirited sips to savor and mix. From King’s Creek Whiskey to Largo Bay Rum to Mr. Stacks liqueurs, our spirited selection will keep you cozy all holiday season long. This set is at Total Wine and retails for $19.99.
If you have a golf enthusiast you will want to get them this indoor golf putting green. The official golf putting green of former World #1 PGA Tour pro Dustin Johnson, our indoor putting mat enables you to level up your golf game at home, in the office, or on-the-go. This retails for $119.99 on Amazon.
If the man in your life likes spicy things then the Deluxe Hot Sauce Making Kit is perfect for him. It comes with everything you need to make gourmet hot sauce. Makes up to 10 bottles. Voted best Hot Sauce Kit, designed to be simple, Perfect gift for any occasion. Quick & Easy Chef Designed Recipes, Gourmet Spice Blend included, & Bottling instructions booklet included. Made and Packed in the USA. 31 Page Recipe Booklet included. Super Easy to make perfect Hot Sauce.
We have a portable hammock and my husband LOVES it. Whether you're relaxing by the fire, sleeping under the stars, or just lounging around this winter camping season, our camping hammock has everything you need to stay comfy and covered throughout the night for your next camping, hiking, or beach trip -- even just lounging in your backyard & patio on a hammock stand!
Deep Tissue Muscle Relief: Developed by best-in-class wellness scientists at Theragun, ease pain and tension away with percussion therapy. Control your pressure and speed via mobile app and feel therapeutic results instantly.
This stand is made of SOLID ASH-TREE and covered with non-toxic protective finishing. Please note! Ash-tree has a very beautiful, unique structure, therefore, the color of the item you bought may be slightly different from the samples on the photo.
A funny gift that is also on the practical side. No more 40-minute bathroom breaks. It’s time to go or get off the pot before legs fall asleep. A unique and functional sand timer that runs for approximately 5 minutes. This timer cost $14.99.
If you are looking for a pricier gift then these wireless portable speakers are the ticket. We own these and love that we can have them in two different parts of the house and have the same music playing throughout! The sound quality is A+! These speakers retail on Amazon for $229.99.
These mens leather wallets are extremely versatile. They can function as front pocket wallets for men, RFID card holder wallet for men, and as minimal wallets for men. The wallets are handmade with the finest full grain genuine leather and fit 1-12 credit cards and plenty of cash. My husband owns this wallet and loves it. It's pricey at $99 but worth it! Plus they have a lifetime guarantee.
The Profile Gauge is a good helper for people tiling, duplicating, cutting any objects or even doing home decoration and DIY projects. You just press the contour gauge on one of the shapes. Trim outline and cut into shape, your work more convenient and improve efficiency. My husband has this and loves this whenever he has to cut angles, corners, or anything else with an odd shape. This reftails for $25.99.
My husband is on his cell phone all day. I upgraded his corded headphones last year to Apple Air Pods and he has never went back to the cord. He loves them as do I. This is such a versatile gift and prices range from $79-149 depending on the generation model you purchase.
DIY Outdoor Gifts
Looking to make something instead? Here are a few of my favorite DIY outdoor gifts you can make for the man in your life.
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Comments & Reviews
Dana Everett says
My go to gift for my man is a trendy new piece of clothing!!
Julie D says
Great ideas!
Kristi says
Anything GOLF!
Janet W. says
A go to gift each year for my husband is a new pair of outdoor work gloves.
Tammy L. says
I’ts really hard to find a great gift for the hubby, he’s got so much stuff.
Claire says
Those tech gloves would have come in handy this weekend for my hubby! I have to say he would probably love anything on this list. Good job!
Julie R. says
For my husband, my go-to gift is anything Army, or woodworking. Though I would love to win him that air compressor. His holiday would be made with that! Thanks for the giveaway!
Sara says
My go-to stocking stuffer is fancy and/or flavored salt, and my go-to gift is the newest Walking Dead hardcover.
Great choices on the list — thanks for the chance to win! 🙂
Kristi says
Computer parts and/or games
Amy S. says
As boring as it sounds, ties are my go-to gifts for my guy. He loves them so go figure!
Christie says
This is so helpful! its seems like my man has everything he needs and can be hard to shop for!
CBG says
I always give my husband, brother and nephews itunes gift cards. It isn’t very original but they all appreciate it.
Andrea W. says
My go to gift for my husband is Blu Rays, Records or Tools
jen keough says
would love to win this!
Jen D. says
Thanks for all of the ideas! I have a few hard to buy for guys in my life!
Lindsey Smith says
Totally love all of these for me! The Ryobi Compressor and Nailers would be awesome for my shop! Are they strong enough to upholster?! The ryobi phone gadgets would be super fun and who doesn’t want an awesome and beautiful coffee maker?!
Katie says
Lindsey–yes you can definitely upholster with these; however, it’s better to get a cordless (pneumatic) stapler so you aren’t restricted by the cords! We have one by RYOBI that we love! 😉
Angie C. says
My go to gift is a Jeep shirt or hat and always a new wallet.
Sarah J. says
Usually a magazine subscription (woodworking related!) and a tool of his choice!
Betsy Barnes says
My hubby is very difficult to buy gifts, my go to is always thermal underwear and thermal socks because he works outdoors year round 🙂
Mackenzie Welker says
I usually try to find something he wants/needs that he wouldn’t usually get for himself… like maybe a grill or an i phone speaker.
Mary Eileen says
I love having these suggestions from the masculine pov!
Erin McSweeney says
movies are always my go to gift for the men
Valerie N. says
It is usually a nice shirt – lol!
Rebecca White says
Fantastic ideas- I love the tool set and the texting gloves.
Liz Ekstrom says
Sadly, it’s a gift card. He is really hard to shop for!
Lillian says
My husband’s favorite is homemade fudge
Jessica Beard says
My husband likes fishing equipment.
Lisa Brown says
I give my husband tools for his work
Cailey Barton says
The survival bag and bbq grill would be just the right fit for my man!
Megan says
I never know what to get the guys in my life!!
angie says
Love the creative and practical ideas for my husband, since he usually gets the same few things, books, clothes, and maybe a silly gadget.
Elizabeth C. says
Home Depot Gift Card. They can buy any toy they choose 🙂
Heather says
Usually, anything to do with grilling and BBQing.
sp says
my husband will love the Man Can….but generally speaking any kind of tool is my go-to!
Amy M. C. says
I like to buy card wash gift cards for all the men in my life.
M. Anderson says
Handy tools he might not have yet…
Jenn Corter says
The go-to gift for my husband is anything that has to do with shaving. He’s recently really gotten into it, so he’s quite happy with anything to do with that.
Sandra says
For my husband my go to gifts are either tools or iTunes gift cards!
Kendra says
Anything hunting or outdoor related is always a winner
stephanie says
My go to gift for my husband is camo clothes for hunting. He wears them out pretty regularly so I don’t even have to worry if I get him the same thing more than once 😉
Nicole Dz says
My go-to gift for the man in my life, which is my husband is usually some cologne or a gift card to his favorite store.
Paula@SweetPea says
My hubby likes to get new shirts and ties for work. And candy!
Melissa M says
A new wallet or razor.
Elena says
I like to get shirts and sweaters for my husband
Cassandra says
Great List! Just so happens that my husband needs a compressor! I’ll have to check it out!
Katie says
Great deal this holiday season at The Home Depot!!!
Darla S. says
Most generally it is clothes!
Lisa Mothersead says
Love the portable grill!
Tabitha Klucking says
My husband has started bee keeping, so anything for that is my go-to
Bethany M says
Um. My go to gift for my husband is something you probably wouldn’t write about on a DIY blog. :} But he likes it.
Jeannie Garcia-Buechele says
The Ryobi Airstrike Stapler would be the go to gift for my husband who loves to make frames 🙂
Jeannie Garcia-Buechele says
And of course If I won, I might have to steal the Ryobi set away from my husband for myself..lol..
Ross Bray says
Any of those would be fantastic.
Melanie F says
Oh this is pure AMAZING! My hubs is always so super thoughtful with his gifts, but is the hardest person I know to buy for. My go to is (sadly) usually gift cards… BUT this gave me some fab ideas! Thanks for the sweet chance!
Callie B says
iTunes gift card or clothes.
Kelly D says
I usually give my husband clothing.
Amanda Sakovitz says
I always get my dad chocolate
Abi Strock says
My go to gift for my man is to replace tools, or anything that he has mentioned in the past as something he would like (and has not bought for himself lol)
Lisha Henry says
Love this list! So helpful, thank you!
DAWN RENEE' says
My go to is any new tool or gadget for the man cave. This list was very helpful, thank you!
Cindy says
Let’s see – a ginormous screen TV, a new computer, power tools, anything for baking, a month’s membership to TechShop, subscription to Make magazine, model train track – yup, my guy is pretty easy to gift!
Kim B says
My go-to gift for my husband is a Lowes gift card. Then he get whatever he wants 😉
Ashley says
My go to gift for my hubs is concert/sporting event tickets!
Laura says
Skittles. That all my husband ever wants. And books for my dad.
Miranda Sherman says
My hubby is all over the place but my go to gifts for him are Cigars, Coffee and Scotch!
Terry says
My go to gift is t-shirts.
S. Moll says
My go to gift is always some wonderful new cologne.
theresa J says
My husband always loves moleskine journals
Denise says
Food!
Cathi says
Sadly … my go to gift has become gift cards. I have to get back into finding the perfect gift … like the Ryobi compressor. 😉
Ashley H says
New lounge pants.
Kathy Lowy says
Slippers 🙂
Catherine says
My hubby likes to try new beer.
Alina says
Anything COFFEE!!!!!! Thankfully, I love it as much as he does so we can share.
Stacie Aho says
My go to gift (at least for my hubby) is anything Star Wars or Star Trek related. But that Ryobi smartphone thing looks fun!
Teresa Berry says
thanks for the ideas, I never have any clue as to what to get the men in my life.
Thomas Murphy says
My go to gift is electronics.
Samantha says
My husband is so hard to buy for but my go to gift is t-shirts with funny sayings on them, anything to do with Star Wars, Jiu Jitsu or 80’s he loves.
erin says
The air compressor set is a great idea, def. thinking of getting that and the beer kit for my husband for Christmas.
Sean C says
Any items having to do with grilling makes him super happy!
Nancy says
My go-to gift for my boyfriend is new clothing and something gaming related.
Sarah Page says
I don’t really have a go-to gift for my husband. But I always try and find something to make him laugh!
Brenda says
I always end up buyng him a shirt, but I like the idea of something RC.
Gabrielle Dennison says
My husband is super hard to buy for, so I tend to rely on gift cards for him. I’m always looking for more ideas!
Michelle says
Great idea list! My husband loves gift cards to home improvement stores–that’s the only time he takes his time and actually enjoys shopping!
Melissa Lynch says
music
Vicki H says
It’s usually a gift card to Lowe’s or similar place.
Heidi says
My husband’s favorite candy- See’s milk chocolate bordeaux!
tammigirl says
He likes these robes we found at one of our favorite resorts and I sourced them online from the manufacturer. The sell them in different weights – he can always use a new robe, slippers, and wallet.
Laura C says
Books, my husband loves books!
Loretta says
I default to anything running related because he runs ultras.
Angela Livingston says
My favorite gif(s) for my husband was a prepaid monthly date for him and I to enjoy for the year! I can’t wait to do it again this year!
Jessica says
Books, iTunes gift cards, and video games are all pretty safe bets for the man in my life, but I’m sure he would love these gift ideas too!
Megan says
love these ideas!
Jenny D. says
Great list– my hubby would love the portable gas grill!
Nicole says
Because my hubby is a home improvement contractor, I try to get him anything BUT tools! Although, of course, he’s always appreciative of anything.
Laurie Cordeniz says
My go to gift for my man has always been cologne…he loves it and I love it! But your gift ideas might be a change up for us!
Alie O. says
My husband loves coffee so anything related to that is a winner!
Elise Burkhead says
As silly as it is, new socks!
Riann says
I’ve got my eye on that carved wood iPhone speaker. My hubby would love that
JUlie says
tools!
Mary says
Gourmet food gifts – he is a real foodie. And any new running gear is always a hit.
Victoria S. says
My husband loves games, so my go to gift for him is a fun new game!
Aliesha says
My go-to gift is a book, since all of the men in my life like to read!
ellen casper says
Cologne is my go to gift for my husband
Dawn Jones says
Fishing gear is my go to gift for my man.
Lisa Keeney says
Chocolate and tools!
Alison says
Looks like a bunch of great gifts to check out!
Rebecca Brewer says
For my dad and my husband, it’s anything beer related.
beverly e says
Not very original, but usually a gift card and it’s for buying tools or electronics 🙂
Shane R. says
I usually like to get my boyfriend beer and other alcohol related items. He loves to enjoy craft beers and bourbon.
Sarah says
Beer!
LAB says
I think anything grilling or movie related would make my hubby happy!
Ashley Outland says
Anything to do with hunting, fishing, or grilling!
Casi Selph says
My go to for my hubby is anything he can use to do work around the house or anything for his vintage car that he is building!!
Emily C says
Something for woodworking is my go-to for my husband.
Laree @ Ever Heard Of Euless says
homemade beef jerky! In fact, every time I ask him what he wants for birthday, anniversary, Christmas, or even Valentines, homemade jerky is always his first response!
Katie Contests says
My go-to gift is video games!
Adriana A. says
video games
Adriana A. says
And tools!
Jaye Lorton says
The only man in my life is my brother. I always try to find a seriously funny and/or nerdy t-shirt for him. He loooves them.
Kelly says
gift cards & books
Anna C says
Socks! So boring, but he ALWAYS needs new socks.
Nicole Hulst says
Mine loves anything geeky and humorous. So usually funny books and little nerdy knick knacks.
Nicole Hulst says
Wonderful giveaway.
Mine loves anything geeky and humorous. So usually funny books and little nerdy knick knacks.
latanya says
a suit for church
Sheila says
clothing
Heather says
This may sound crazy, but he loves Legos! Any Lego set is my go to gift!
Chanda says
My go to gifts are tools or stuff for the grill.
Melissa W. says
He loves to receive new music, books and movies.
shanna Uptergrove says
ALWAYS his favorite candy!!
Angela M says
My go to gifts for my hubby are clothes and anything to do with a truck.
Diana Cote says
There’s 4 things my husband likes, Games, Working out/sports, grilling and tools. I think my go to thing is a video game or workout gear just because its easy. hahaha
Mary Ann says
That RYOBI compressor would be the coolest gift for my husband!
Thanks for the chance to win.
Holly P. says
Would love to win this for my husband!
Licia says
ebay card
Elizabeth Smillie says
a big tin of homemade goodies, and if I’m feeling super generous, a “cookie of the month” club (where I’m making the cookies each month) – like I said, only if I’m feeling SUPER generous 🙂
Jennifer L. says
A gift card. He always wants to pick it out himself anyway. Lol
Brenda Haines says
Tools are the go to gift!! Especially Ryobi tools.
Madelyn says
I always get my man fancy bourbon.
Sharon McIntyre says
My go-to gifts for my man is his favorite cologne and finding something unique that he will truly love!
Linda Meyers-Gabbard says
My go to gift for the men in my life is either a gift card to Home Depot or Lowe’s.
Michele P says
my go-to gift for hubby is new work boots, he needs a new pair every year or so and I know that it is definitely something he can use.
Michele P says
my go-to gift for my husband is work boots, he needs a new pair every year and I know it is something he can definitely use.
Ruth Willson says
Socks. He can always use socks!
Erica V says
Beer and beef jerky
Becca says
I can usually find good stuff for my hubby, but it’s near impossible to find a gift for my dad! If all else fails I make him cookies and peppermint bark to stash in his desk at work.
Deanie Coleman says
clothes
Hannah R. says
I love getting him something that is an inside joke between us or holds a special meaning.
Heidi says
Great Ideas, Thanks for sharing!
Lauren Becker says
My brother loves movies and my dad likes cologne!
Cheryl says
My go-to gift is cheese and sausage since he’s a meat and potatoes kinda guy.
Cindy A. says
My go-to gifts are Field Notes and shoes from Merrell.
Lacey P says
Giftcards
AndreaH says
My go-to gifts for my hubby would be tools or some type of electronics.
Jennifer V. says
My go to gifts are candy and power tools. Ha!
Ashley says
My fiance and I don’t actually usually exchange gifts! But if we did, I’d get him video games 😉
Phebe says
Hats and wool socks
Katie Heath says
The way to his heart is through his stomach! I always make him one of his favorite treats!
mindi says
a watch!
Nikki T says
Movies are my go to gift for my husband.
Sallie says
iTunes gift card
Tiffany Jeremay says
My husband is really hard to buy for. He always says he doesn’t want or need anything, so he usually ends up getting gift cards. 🙁
Tania S. says
Tools and fishing gear are the go to gifts that are great gifts.
Gina says
My go-to gift is anything police related (for work). He is always wanting the latest and greatest new gear.
sadie Michelle says
Love that pancake compressor, great space saver!
David Smith says
I always like getting tools for a present. One year for a Secret Santa at the place I was working at, I wi=on the Bah-Humbug prize which was suppose to be something un-Christmas like. It was a small level and I liked this present much better than any of the others that were given out.
terri Baker says
His fave sports team clothing!
Amanda Buccieri says
Socks…he always needs them lol!
Darcy Hoskins says
Anything soccer or U of U related! & of course tools since he has only just started collecting them!
Julie says
My go to gift is a new shirt. Or gift cards to his favorite lunch places he can use during the week while he is at work.
Delaney Langston says
I always try to include some sort of experience & something handmade for my husband.
Amy @ The Nifty Foodie says
I almost always get my husband some sort of cologne. His (and let’s not kid ourselves…also my) favorite is L’Homme, so when I notice his bottle is running low, I make sure he gets a new one. 😛
Linda Harris says
My go to gift is always it seems Flannel shirts LOL Or Gloves.
Jenn K says
Hoodies and gift cards are my go to gifts for the men in my life.
joanna reed says
My go to gift is a Blu Ray DVD he wants or likes.
Sandy says
My go to gift is nice warm clothing which he won’t buy for himself.
Chantel W. says
Any tools that he might not already have.
Randy Fulgham says
i really excited about RYOBI 6 Gallon Vertical Pancake Compressor & 3 Tool Combo Kit
LinhC says
anything golf related
Trish F says
Shirts and sweaters are usually my go to gift for men, but to tell you the truth, I think I’m stuck in a rut and I know my husband doesn’t need another one. Thanks for a great giveaway!
Dita says
My husband is bald so he loves it when I make beanie hat to keep his head warm 🙂
Darci White says
Clothes, gift cards, golf, beer, and cigar accessories.
alicia szemon says
My go to gift for my man is tools or clothes. He is really happy with anything i get him, but these are his two favorite things(:
Pam says
My go to gift is hooded sweatshirts. Thanks for the chance to win!
Phyllis says
power tools
Cheyanne says
The man can.. HA. Love it!
Stevie says
My go to gift for my man is usually anything concert related- tickets, shirts, etc. 🙂
Sara says
Anything having to do with hunting/fishing 🙂
Jill R says
Fishing gear – my husband loves the outdoors.
Marianne says
In the past, I’ve made shutterfly books and calendars… not sure what I’m going to do this year.