The 38 Best Christmas Gifts for Men Who Never Shop for Themselves

This is for the avid outdoorsman who's always looking to explore new paths. AllTrails Plus is a premium membership with offline maps, 3D trail previews, and wrong turn alerts to make the most out of every adventure without getting lost—unless, of course, they want to.Overshirts, aka shackets, jac-shirts, or shirt jackets, are a winter staple that can serve as either a mid-layer or outer layer. Stio’s Skycrest is packed with synthetic insulation to keep them warm and cozy, and the shell is water and wind-resistant.It’s cut like a regular button-down shirt, but with a bit of extra room. Chest and hand pockets allow them to stash EDC and keep their hands warm.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowIf they’re more into day trips and beach days, this soft cooler is perfect. It even floats if they like spending time out on the water. It holds up to 20 cans and has a leakproof, water-tight zipper.For the daily commuters, choose a backpack built to handle every day wear and tear, while still protecting laptops and tablets. The Ranchero backpack from Yeti is made with a sturdy, water-resistant exterior and comes with a dedicated laptop pocket. The triple-zip opening gives them easy access and a full view of what they’re packing. It also got Reviews Editor Tom Price to finally retire his old backpack and try something new.Yeti Ranchero Backpack Review Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowThe Sod Buster is a gentleman's knife with a simple, elegant design. Its CV (chrome vanadium) steel bade is easy to sharpen and withstands daily rigors. It's just over 3.5 inches when closed so it's perfect for easy, daily carry. This reto toolbox is made in Japan from a single piece of rolled alloy steel. It opens into three separate compartments: two on top separated into organizational slots and one large one in the bottom. It can double as a tackle box or to stash odds and ends in the garage. Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowCarhartt’s a favorite for its durability amongst workers and its workwear aesthetic amongst the style-cognizant. The Duck hoodie is a familiar style that uses heavy-duty canvas for its shell instead of the expected fleece. This tightly woven Duck canvas is abrasion and wind-resistant with a DWR-coating to fend off bad weather. The flannel lining keeps them warm on the job or next to a campfire. It’s even nice enough for a night out on the town. This meat thermometer is precise and easy to use: Charge it up in its case, download the app, and it’s ready to go.The app is intuitive and clearly displays info at a glance. It gives you the internal temperature and alerts you when a target temperature is reached. There’s also a slew of cooking tips within the app to ensures they nail that perfect sear.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowFor those who love a wood-burning smell minus the smoke, the ever-popular Solo Stove Bonfire 2.0 is your best bet. The Bonfire is an editors’ favorite because of its efficient burn, minimalist style, and easy cleanup. Solo Stove also has a wide array of add-ons and accessories for grilling.The ash pan at the bottom does more than collect ashes—it acts as a barrier between the stove and the surface below, so it’s safe to use on a wood deck with a heat-resistant mat.I believe the sweet spot of gift giving is something they fall in love with the more they use it—nothing fits that bill more than the Tushy bidet attachment. As a longtime fan and first time owner of a bidet I can't recommend this enough. It's easy to install, delightful to use, and saves money on toilet paper. Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowThis foldable mini drone is small enough to fit in the palm of your hand and weighs around a half pound, which makes it a smart Christmas gift for those who travel. It can handle moderate wind and has a max altitude of 4,000 meters, plus its battery will last approximately 31 minutes after a full charge. The camera features 4x digital zoom and it’s easy to share content directly to social media. Not to mention, this is the best overall drone we tested this year. No need to dig in the trunk looking for buried items with this car organizer. This practical gift has tie-down straps and mesh pockets around the sides, plus dividers in the large main compartment. It’ll accommodate everything from groceries to jumper cables, or you can grab a few and turn his trunk into a tidy storage closet.Most impressive are the adjustable size and water-resistant exterior, which add some much needed versatility and durability to the product. Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowThis multipurpose LED and UV work light has 1,000 lumens of brightness and up to eight hours of use at a time. It also features magnets on the back plus swivel hooks on both ends, so this gift can be used hands-free. There’s a USB-C port for recharging the 4,000-mAh lithium-ion battery with the included charging cable. Hoka is known for ultra-cushioned running shoes, and this camp shoe is no different. It has the chunky sole and cushioned footbed of the brand’s popular slides, but with a closed-toe, clog design.The Vibram sole has good grip for running errands, walking around town, or camping. I’ve been wearing these since they came out earlier this season. They’re super comfortable, weather-resistant, and go with my daily casual wear.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowI’m a very much a coffee-over-tea person, but recently was gifted this tea set, and it's expanding my horizons. It has so many tea options that see me through the day: Black tea for the mornings and herbal teas for cold nights.Each tea lists its ingredients and flavor notes, so it’s educating me along the way. I also like that each tea type comes in multiple packages—if I really want one, it’s not a one-and-done situation. If they’re really into Wordle or other games that keep them sharp, remind them how much fun analog can be. This book of crossword puzzles is more challenging than they’d think, with over 200 puzzles to keep them sharp.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowAs a recent projector convert, I tout them as a great gift option. This one from Xgody is easy to use, has auto-focus settings, and is under $200. Don’t let the great price fool you—it has excellent picture quality for indoor or outdoor viewing. Plus, onboard apps like Netflix make it ready to stream right out of the box.This is the whiskey glass for those wanting to taste every note. It’s used in distilleries across the globe, as its tapered shape concentrates the aroma so they can nose it (a fancy term aficionados use instead of “smelling”).The glass holds a neat 2-ounce pour, fits comfortably in their hand, and is dishwasher-safe. Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowTrends Editor Tim Kohut insists any whiskey drinker is "guaranteed to love this." Johnston & Murphy just announced its latest leatherbound collaboration with Jack Daniel’s, and this flask is a must-have. The 6-ounce stainless steel flask is wrapped in Horween leather, stamped with a special insignia celebrating the outfitter’s 175th anniversary.This retro Lego set is the stuff of 90's dreams. Gift them the memory of their early gaming years with this awesome Gameboy Lego set. The model even comes complete with game cartridges. It's not actually play-able but will look good adorning their shelf or desk. Danny Perez is a Reviews Editor for Popular Mechanics with a focus on men's style, gear, and home goods. Recently, he was coordinator of partnership content at another product journalism outlet. Prior to that, he was a buyer for an independent men's shop in Houston, Texas, where he learned all about what makes great products great. He enjoys thrifting for 90s Broadway tees and vintage pajama sets. His spare time is occupied by watching movies and running to impress strangers on Strava.Tom Price is a reviews editor for Popular Mechanics while also contributing to Runner's World, Best Products, and Bicycling. Here at Popular Mechanics, Tom loves testing out home appliances, smart tech, gear for city life and outdoor adventures, small gadgets like watches and multitools, and anything else you can find piled up at his hoarder's nest of a desk. Prior to working here, Tom attended NYU, graduating with a degree in English and a minor in creative writing. He also wrote for Best Reviews, The Daily Beast, and other publications covering tech, fitness gear, gadgets, and lifestyle products. Furthermore, he covered startup news, pop culture, and even professional wrestling. To follow more of his work, check back here for new stories.Rachel is the Deputy Editor of Reviews for Hearst's Enthusiast and Wellness Group where she supports Popular Mechanics, Runner's World, and Best Products. Her background is in service journalism and earlier in her career she worked as a daily newspaper reporter and book editor. She spent more than a decade as a staff editor and writer at TripAdvisor and Penguin Random House and her byline has appeared in Time Out New York, the New York Daily News, and New York Magazine. Outside of work, Rachel can be found planning her next trip, visiting museums and galleries, and walking her wirehaired dachshund in Central Park.