12 Great Birthday Gifts for Your Husband

Choose a great gift for your favorite guy from our list of 12 great gifts. Some are new takes on traditional gifts. Others are out of the box trend that will knock his socks off. Side note: there are no socks on this list.

No matter how old your husband will be on his birthday, there's nothing like getting him gifts. But no one said that big boys couldn't have fun toys. Here's our list of 12 hot gift ideas for your hubby's birthday.

Crates

Use this category when you are out of ideas for a great gift. Man Crates has a crate for just about every interest. But these aren't for the faint of heart. The site says it best: "There's nothing convenient about a sturdy, wooden Man Crate sealed firmly with ill-intentions.

This crate will frustrate even the most patient of men to the brink of defeat. If he can break the crate before the crate breaks him, his heroism will be displayed, and his reward named." From the Caveman Crate to the Whiskey Appreciation Crate, there's a container to suit your guy. 

Personalized Bar Gear

Some men like them shaken; some guys like them stirred. Regardless of how they like their drinks, you can't go wrong with personalized bar gifts. Choose from classics like martini glasses, brandy snifters, or beer mugs.

Man Cave Decor

Depending on your budget, give your guy a new man cave or update his old one. Add man cave decor items like custom wall signs, pub signs, or personalized beer tap handles. Got a pool table? Add custom billiards signs.

Sports Stuff

You don't have to be a big sports fan to give your guy a great sports gift. Just make sure you know his favorite team or sport. It's not hard to find throwback jerseys or current T-shirts. Or get him something cool, like signed or autographed sports equipment. Don't settle for a jersey in a gift box; go the extra mile and have it framed in a shadow box. Add game-day memorabilia like ticket stubs, programs, and parking tickets for a personal touch.

Barbecue

For many guys, cooking meats over an open flame is more than a meal; it's an event. For the ultimate grill master, Gifts.com recommends barbecue travel kits that let him take his show on the road. It's a cooler plus carry-all that holds his mitts, utensils, and tools wherever he wants to go.

Golf

Golfers always get golf gifts from loved ones. Balls, tees, and dubs are standard gift ideas. But let's kick it up a notch for his birthday. Technology for golfers Course information, or even keep from getting lost. Check out a Golf GPS or rangefinder device. Some of the better ones come loaded with info for courses worldwide.

Camping

Some guys think that camping food must come from a can and be cooked in a rusty old pan over a fire. Then there are those guys who believe that outdoor cooking can be a culinary experience. Whether on the beach, a camping site, or on the deck, portable camping kits let him cook anything: pizza, flatbreads, seared salmon, or asparagus and prawns. Elevate his camping game with a portable propane-powered oven. That's right; he can make brick oven pizza in a matter of minutes.

Garage Stuff

Gifts don't always have to be fun. Sometimes a guy appreciates a functional gift. Treat him to an organized garage. Imagine how it feels when there's a place for everything, and everything has its place. Garage storage systems can come with bins, racks, pegboard, and panels to keep his tools and parts organized.

Fragrances

He doesn't have to be metrosexual to smell good, nor does he have to settle for dime-store fragrances or the old soap-on-a-rope standby. Cologne for men can range from $20 to over $100. Select from known names like Hugo Boss, Versace, or Armani or select oils and lotions that appeal to you both.

Food Stuff

You probably won't go wrong with food gifts. Sure, you can take your man out to dinner or give him a gift card to his favorite restaurant. If he's a foodie, check local listings for restaurants that allow Customers to participate in making the meal.

Picnic 

For the guy who loves romantic picnics or who loves to picnic with his family, this is the ultimate gift idea. You can find all types of baskets or backpacks that are ideal for picnics. Some come complete with plates, detachable wine coolers, and blankets.

Travel

Do you have a guy who travels a lot? Whether for business or relaxation, travelers are a special breed. You can gift yours with a trip or give him cool things that make his trips easier and more efficient. Check out packing cubes, nifty nylon square bags which nest within one another and compress his items for maximum storage.