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Father’s Day Gift Guide

Written by Washingtonian Staff | Published on June 9, 2010
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If you never manage to pick out the right vintage for your father's sensitive palette, we promise he'll be impressed by any bottle if it's delivered in this handsome kiri-wood case. The set—which comes equipped with two hand-etched birch wineglasses and a
If you never manage to pick out the right vintage for your father’s sensitive palette, we promise he’ll be impressed by any bottle if it’s delivered in this handsome kiri-wood case. The set—which comes equipped with two hand-etched birch wineglasses and a

For the Wino Dad Photograph by Father’s Day Gift Guide

A handsome, sturdy camera bag for a handsome, sturdy father— and the mustard-yellow leather is a cool alternative to standard browns and blacks.

$199 at kellymoorebag.com
A handsome, sturdy camera bag for a handsome, sturdy father— and the mustard-yellow leather is a cool alternative to standard browns and blacks.

$199 at kellymoorebag.com

For the Photog Dad Photograph by Father’s Day Gift Guide

Burgers-and-fries fathers can now get all the goodness of Spike Mendelsohn's Capitol Hill eatery at home thanks to the restaurant's brand new The Good Stuff Cookbook: Burgers, Fries, Shakes, Wedges, and More.  You'll find recipes for everything from Good
Burgers-and-fries fathers can now get all the goodness of Spike Mendelsohn’s Capitol Hill eatery at home thanks to the restaurant’s brand new The Good Stuff Cookbook: Burgers, Fries, Shakes, Wedges, and More. You’ll find recipes for everything from Good

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Just because you don't share his off-beat sense of humor doesn't mean you can't humor him every once in a while.  No matter how badly you used to wish otherwise, it's time to accept the fact that Dad isn't the boring-brown-leather-valet kind of guy.  Kikk
Just because you don’t share his off-beat sense of humor doesn’t mean you can’t humor him every once in a while. No matter how badly you used to wish otherwise, it’s time to accept the fact that Dad isn’t the boring-brown-leather-valet kind of guy. Kikk

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Help Dad protect his new iPad in style with Bryd & Belle's classic case, made with graphite felt and a black leather clasp.  Tip: if he loves his Mac products but has yet to jump on the iPad train, Byrd & Belle's Etsy shop has equally charming iPod and la
Help Dad protect his new iPad in style with Bryd & Belle’s classic case, made with graphite felt and a black leather clasp. Tip: if he loves his Mac products but has yet to jump on the iPad train, Byrd & Belle’s Etsy shop has equally charming iPod and la

For the Techie Dad Photograph by Father’s Day Gift Guide

If Dad appreciates the finer drinks in life, why not help expand his palette a bit? This Father's Day, rent a Scotch locker in his name at downtown gastropub Againn, and Dad will also receive a bottle of scotch from the restaurant's core list, a $50 certi
If Dad appreciates the finer drinks in life, why not help expand his palette a bit? This Father’s Day, rent a Scotch locker in his name at downtown gastropub Againn, and Dad will also receive a bottle of scotch from the restaurant’s core list, a $50 certi

For the Spirit-Enthusiast Dad Photograph by Father’s Day Gift Guide

Behold, bath products for the adrenaline junkie who, well, hates bath products.  In the Complete Performance set, Jack Black caters to runners, hikers, swimmers, and bikers with a bevy of toiletries aimed at muscle-pain relief, would healing, and skin pro
Behold, bath products for the adrenaline junkie who, well, hates bath products. In the Complete Performance set, Jack Black caters to runners, hikers, swimmers, and bikers with a bevy of toiletries aimed at muscle-pain relief, would healing, and skin pro

For the Athletic Dad Photograph by Father’s Day Gift Guide

Impatient dads who love to grill will appreciate the reduced wait times that the vacuum-sealed Instant Marinator affords.  $39.95 at brookstone.com.
Impatient dads who love to grill will appreciate the reduced wait times that the vacuum-sealed Instant Marinator affords. $39.95 at brookstone.com.

For the Griller Dad Photograph by Father’s Day Gift Guide

For the father who never tired of playing spies or superheroes when you were growing up, the Brooklyn Superhero Supply Company has lots of crime-fighting merchandise.  Whether it's a geographical index of good and evil, speed of light in a bottle, or a se
For the father who never tired of playing spies or superheroes when you were growing up, the Brooklyn Superhero Supply Company has lots of crime-fighting merchandise. Whether it’s a geographical index of good and evil, speed of light in a bottle, or a se

For the Young-At-Heart Dad Photograph by Father’s Day Gift Guide

Woolrich Woolen Mill's wool-lined jacket may not be seasonally appropriate, but at 60 percent off at the Arlington outfitter Farinelli's, it's a steal any outdoorsy dad will be thankful for come fall.  The muted red shell, brown corduroy collar, and multi
Woolrich Woolen Mill’s wool-lined jacket may not be seasonally appropriate, but at 60 percent off at the Arlington outfitter Farinelli’s, it’s a steal any outdoorsy dad will be thankful for come fall. The muted red shell, brown corduroy collar, and multi

For the Outdoorsy Dad Photograph by Father’s Day Gift Guide

Architecture nerds can brag all they want about recreating Frank Lloyd Wright's iconic Fallingwater house thanks to this crafty Lego set, which includes building instructions, historical material, and photographs of the structure. $100 at momastore.org.
Architecture nerds can brag all they want about recreating Frank Lloyd Wright’s iconic Fallingwater house thanks to this crafty Lego set, which includes building instructions, historical material, and photographs of the structure. $100 at momastore.org.

For the Architecture-Buff Dad Photograph by Father’s Day Gift Guide

Keep a sports nut occupied between seasons with this Astro Turf-covered (really) compendium. Inside The Sports Book, you'll find trivia, rules, and techniques about athletic events from ancient Greece to the present day.  $23.10 at amazon.com.
Keep a sports nut occupied between seasons with this Astro Turf-covered (really) compendium. Inside The Sports Book, you’ll find trivia, rules, and techniques about athletic events from ancient Greece to the present day. $23.10 at amazon.com.

For the Sports-Freak Dad Photograph by Father’s Day Gift Guide

If Dad is seriously committed to upping his green cred, this waterproof, touchscreen electronic device  can measure shot distances, show the yardage between his ball and the hole, and digitally keep track of scores.  Think of it as GPS for the golf course
If Dad is seriously committed to upping his green cred, this waterproof, touchscreen electronic device can measure shot distances, show the yardage between his ball and the hole, and digitally keep track of scores. Think of it as GPS for the golf course

For the Golfer Dad Photograph by Father’s Day Gift Guide

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