No one is going to say no to a pair of crazy-good headphones. “The Trooper,” $50. Photograph by Nixon
The Instagram addict will appreciate these miniature pro lenses the next time he hikes a mountain or hits a 9:30 Club concert, $20 to $25 each. Photograph by Photojojo
Durkl’s primary-colored pullover jacket is great for the weekend, $129. Photograph by Durkl
With nearly 800 pages of insider info and exclusive interviews, this behind-the-scenes look at ESPN is a must for the sports junkie. Those Guys Have All the Fun, $16.51. Photograph by Books-A-Million
For the dude who appreciates a cold brew as much as Japanese minimalism. Futagami brass bottle opener, $68. Photograph by Spartan Shop
Exactly what to get the man still lamenting the fact that he graduated before Georgetown University offered its new Jay-Z course. “Decoded”, $22.66. Photograph by Amazon
These leather guitar picks will give his music a warmer tone, $10 for a set of 5. Photograph by Corter Leather
The many, many faces of his comedy icon, now available in poster form. “Murrays,” $16. Photograph by Society 6
For the sausage-eating, cast-iron-skillet-cooking “rugged” foodie—a five-year oak-barrel-aged white wine vinegar infused with lemon peel, $34.95 for 13.5 fluid ounces. Photograph by Old Faithful Shop
Help him answer e-mail while waiting for the bus this winter with the North Face’s tech-friendly E-Tip gloves, $40. Photograph by Nordstrom
This SIGG water bottle is 100 percent aluminum and 100 percent masculine, $28. Photograph by Apolis Global
A simple, useful accessory that will remind him of you each time he reaches for his iPhone. Sinch headphone clip, $15.95. Photograph by The Ghostly Store
A tartan tie is the perfect balance of polish and quirk, $79. Photograph by Read’s Clothing Project
Slick aviators that also bring a person in an impoverished country one step closer to better vision. TOMS Classic 301 aviator, $145. Photograph by TOMS
Attention seekers will love wearing these to the gym, $10.99 each. Photograph by Think Geek
