A single buddy just moved into a sweet loft condo uptown and I want to get him something he'll really get some value out of and that could kind of stand out as he plans on livng here for at least a decade or longer-he is also a great friend. I'm trying to spend under $200....just wanted to see if anyone had some good suggestions or ideas before I jump on Amazon.
Ideas for Unique/Memorable House Warming Gift for a Bachelor?
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A bachelorette?
(I have to admit I kinda stole that joke from a The Big Bang Theory episode where someone asked the comic store owner (Stuart?) what was a good thing to get for a 15 year old boy (meaning what kind of comic book) and the comic store owner answered "A 15 year old girl?"
(I have to admit I kinda stole that joke from a The Big Bang Theory episode where someone asked the comic store owner (Stuart?) what was a good thing to get for a 15 year old boy (meaning what kind of comic book) and the comic store owner answered "A 15 year old girl?"
A good set of monogrammed etched bar glass wear perhaps with a decanter that matches. Places like Makers Mark sells custom sets. 4 personalized rocks glasses sells for $60 and you can add on other personalized bar items to fully stock his liquor cabinet. I’m sure these things are available in many other places as well. Makers also sells a bespoke bottle of bourbon in a personalized bottle labeled and numbered especially for the recipient as a nice accompaniment to the aforementioned bar items.
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A good chef’s knife & a good paring knife. I’ve been using Misen knives for two years and really like them. Very good value.
https://misen.com/
Good reviews from Serious Eats as well: At $65, The Misen Chef's Knife is the Holy Grail of Knives
If you have money left, or if he already has good knives, look at getting him a good sharpening kit or whetstone, or a good cutting board & small bottle of oil to maintain it.
Another idea would be a good all around cookbook, such as How to Cook Everything by Mark Bittman or The Essential New York Times Cookbook: Classic Recipes for a New Century by Amanda Hesser.
https://misen.com/
Good reviews from Serious Eats as well: At $65, The Misen Chef's Knife is the Holy Grail of Knives
If you have money left, or if he already has good knives, look at getting him a good sharpening kit or whetstone, or a good cutting board & small bottle of oil to maintain it.
Another idea would be a good all around cookbook, such as How to Cook Everything by Mark Bittman or The Essential New York Times Cookbook: Classic Recipes for a New Century by Amanda Hesser.
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A Trojan 20-pack sounds about right for this scenario. If that doesn't send the right message, a bottle of Tequilla will probably help.... good luck!
All kidding aside.... hand made copper mugs (moscow mules) will fall within that $200 range and will be cool for an uptown loft. The delta between that and the walmart version will probably get your single buddy laid a time or two.
Stay away from monogrammed anything. I’d rather get a low quality fleshlight than a monogrammed set of anything.
Amen to that. I am in firm agreement with that statement.
This is what I was going to say. A good set of bourbon glasses and a crystal decanter.
Honestly, all jokes aside, don’t shy away from a couple of gift cards to Lowe’s or somewhere similar. I think people have a tendency to always want to give the perfect gift at the expense of practicality. Unless you know exactly what he needs and when, it’s hard to get a gift that won’t collect dust on a shelf.
I agree. Cocktail sets are nice but eh. It is like groomsman gifts. Most just sit somewhere until you throw them out.
a good cordless drill is invaluable and will be around for a long time. I dont know if he has one or not, and I know it is a loft thing, but still there are times a man needs one.
What’s the robotic vacuum cleaner cost? No bachelor likes vacuuming!
A good one, far more than $200. We have two. Both were more than $500 each
Wish I could upvote this more than once.
That said, IMO, it is better to give a gift card for a place that sells them because a lot of guys have "their" brand. Plus with a lot of cordless power tools, you're going to want to "buy" into a system of batteries.
Yep--I eschewed a groomsmens' gift and paid for everyone's tuxes instead.
prices have come down. If you get one that has several high end features, like a docking station with a trash bin, you are correct. But you can get a decent one for ~ $200. This one is on sale for $150 and is highly rated.
Amazon product ASIN B079QYYGF1
While tools may be practical, they are not exactly memorable gifts. Get something unique and classy that he would never buy for himself.
A lot depends on what he likes. If he cooks, the knives or good cookware set. If he likes wine, a good bottle of Silver Oak Cab. If he has a small condo deck, a mini-grill. Nest thermostat (which you can get discounted from your electric company in many cases). If he cooks like a bachelor, an Air Fryer. Yetti cooler. Or this:
When I initially read “ groomsmen “ I thought it said “ goonsmen “.
Hey Nit,
Have you seen the new white ale from B J’s Brewhouse? I’d think about suing for copyright infringement. You did file, didn’t you?
Not sure if he's into music or not, but you can find a pretty solid turntable set-up for under $200. Collecting vinyl is a fun hobby, plus turntables are cool and a great conversation starter when he has guests.
I'm also really into the ascetics and sound of a Marshall Wireless Speaker.
I'm also really into the ascetics and sound of a Marshall Wireless Speaker.
That's nice Ro but if ever I received a nice bottle of Scotch it would be re-gifted before that person got back home.
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This one if for the high rollers. The top shelf most expensive bongs. These are true art and the artists really took their time to make these cool bongs
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Unfortunately I don’t own the trademark. There are a lot of Nitwits in this world. But only a few will admit it. Never heard of BJs restaurants before though- thanks. If I’m ever in one I’ll give that beer a try.
Case of his cofavorite beer, bottle or his favorite bourbon. You get the idea.
Maybe a double-sided one?
