This History by Mail Subscription Is Seriously the Coolest Gift for Granddads

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Grandpas are real-life superheroes: Not only do they swoop in to support us at ball games and milestone moments like graduation, but they also share the funniest dad jokes that can turn any bad day into one we can’t stop smiling about. And what better way to spread the love right back to grandpa than by celebrating him with a meaningful present? Whether you're looking for the best birthday, Father's Day, or just-because gift to remind him of how much you care, one of these gifts for grandpa will always be welcome—as well as spending time with you, his favorite grandchild.

A great way to start shopping is by thinking about grandpa’s hobbies. If he loves spending a day on the course, golf gifts like a tally tumbler or mini putting green will be much appreciated. Or, is he a nature fanatic? The patriarch in your family can enjoy the beauty of bird watching with a smart feeder or a guided book on sites to explore at the national parks. And, of course, if he simply likes spending time with family, he’ll be grateful for the best sentimental gifts like a custom book or digital picture frame filled with precious memories.

Best-Selling Gifts for Grandpas

• Wrangler Long Sleeve Sherpa-Lined Shirt Jacket

• Custom Birthday Book

• 'Grandpa's Ice Cream Plow' Spoon

• RAK Magnetic Wristband

• 'What I Love about Grandpa' Fill-In Journal

Ahead, find the 67 best gifts that grandpas are sure to love. And if you're shopping last minute, not to worry—tons of these gifts are available on Amazon with two-day shipping. While you’re at it, show the other members of your family some appreciation with our guides to the best gifts for grandmas, dads, and moms.

Custom Birthday Book

Help Grandpa celebrate a landmark year with this custom book of New York Times front pages showcasing major moments from his lifetime.

Long Sleeve Sherpa-Lined Shirt Jacket

This oversized garment is somewhere between a shirt and a jacket. We love that it's sherpa-lined for maximum comfort.

Birdfy AI Smart Bird Feeder

He can bird watch anywhere with the help of this smart bird feeder, which snaps photos of the feathery creatures and sends them directly to his smartphone.

Grassroots Par Three Putting Green

If he loves to golf, it's only right to gift him this three-hole putting green so he can practice his shots at home before a big game.

Grandpa Acetate Aviator Tinted Sunglasses

Help grandpa protect his eyes in style with these vintage-inspired sunglasses, which are also compatible with prescription lenses!

Roomba 694 Robot Vacuum

Save grandpa the hassle of cleaning his floors with this robot vacuum, which will do all the work for him via a three-stage cleaning system and dual multi-surface brushes.

CUBE Portable Charcoal Grill

As soon as the sun is shining, grandpa can fire up this grill to make his favorite barbecued foods. It's also lightweight and portable, making it perfect for camping trips, too.

Touch Screen Digital Picture Frame

Grandpa will want all his favorite memories on display at home. You can preload photos, videos, and special messages to this digital picture frame, then he can add even more memories later using its touch screen and playlist capabilities.

Fishmonger Favorites Box

From Arctic Char to Mexican Blue Shrimp, grandpa will get 7 pounds worth of fish to satisfy his seafood craving in this Fishmonger Favorites Box. You can even sign him up for a subscription so he can get shipments every 30 days.

Cutting Board Set

Remind grandpa how much he means to his family with these engraved kitchen tools featuring heartwarming phrases like "The Man, The Myth, The Legend" and "Best Grandpa Ever."

Wagyu Signature Selections

If grandpa's more of a Wagyu fan, gift him this selection of tender Wagyu ribeyes, filets, and burgers from the Chicago Steak Company.

Lambskin Leather Wallet

This lambskin leather wallet has 13 card slots, a clear ID window, and two compartments to house his essentials in style.

Pickles Every Month

Is your grandpa always on the hunt for pickles to snack on? No big dill! With this subscription, he'll receive Mouth's fan-favorite options like classic bread and butter pickles and pickled tomatoes every month.

Pack of 3 Personalized Golf Balls

No more losing golf balls on the fairway. Grandpa can customize his own with an image or monogram that'll stand out on the green.

Ultimate Beard Collection

Bearded grandpas can keep their facial hair nice and neat with this all-in-one grooming kit, featuring essentials like a brush and conditioner.

Keepin' It Crafty Apron

No matter the household task at hand, grandpa can tackle it in mess-free fashion with the help of this handy apron. It's embroidered and comes with front pockets for convenient storage.

The Parklands: Trails and Secrets from the National Parks of the United States

If your grandpa can't get enough of the great outdoors, this gift is a surefire way to help him get his nature fix. The Parklands book offers a deep-dive on the best national parks for birdwatching, hiking, and more.

Versa 2 Health and Fitness Smartwatch

Help grandpa track his health with this smartwatch that will monitor his heart rate and daily sleep score.

Cocktail Shaker Bar Set

For the man who loves a good Old Fashioned, what better hobby to pick up during retirement than mixology?

Decanter

Speaking of whiskey, this gorgeous handblown decanter will make a great addition to his bar cabinet.

History by Mail Subscription

He can watch all the documentaries in the world, but nothing will compare to holding replicas of the real historical documents he's heard about for decades. This fun subscription will give him a hands-on peek into history like he's never seen it before by delivering exact replicas of historical documents, like court transcripts, letters, and desk-side sketches, all delivered to his door.

Multitool Carabiner Keychain

He'll be the definition of prepared when he has this multitool on his keychain. It doubles as a Phillips and flathead screwdriver, ruler, bottle opener, wrench, box cutter, wire cutter, and hex wrench.

Tally Tumbler Golf Cup

He'll never have to worry about digging out his notebook and pencil again when he has this handy tumbler around. It keeps track of strokes, fairways hit, and greens in regulation.

Father's Day Keychain

Perfect for a new or seasoned grandpa, this keychain features a top disc stamped with his name, plus another disc that includes that names of all of his grandchildren.

1856 Premium Aged Whiskey

Trust us: if he's a whiskey drinker, there's no way he's going to turn his nose up on a nice new bottle.

I Love Grandad/Grandpa This Much

If his grands are little, then he'll love this personalized book he can read to them. You can add up to four names and personalize the story with his name and a special dedication.

Docking Station

Leave this by his front door or on his nightstand and prepare yourself for him never returning your call hours later because he couldn't find his phone anywhere.

Grill Master Collection

Odds are, you'll reap the benefits of this gift. While he's experimenting with all the different flavors each of these five woods departs on his barbecue, you can taste test to your heart's (and belly's) content.

Personalized Leather Magnetic Money Clip

You could get Grandpa another wallet. Or you could get him this skinny, easy-to-use money clip with additional card slots. On one side, you can engrave a special message to your favorite guy and then put his name or initials on the clip.

Engraved Wood Photo Frame

No doubt about it, he'll love this wood frame filled with a picture of him and his grand(s). We love that it's the perfect blend of classy and masculine without coming off as kitschy.

Wooden Sudoku Board Game

Is staring at that tiny phone or iPad screen to play his favorite game giving him eye aches? We love this good ole fashioned wooden version of sudoku that looks just as good as it plays.

Pickle Ball Paddle

He deserves a paddle that looks just as good as his pickle ball game. It also has some pretty neat technology that makes it great to play with, too!

Monogrammed Vegan Leather Watch Roll

Tuck his favorite timepieces in a classy case made with luxurious leather. This organizer comes in both brown and black vegan leather. Price shown is for monogrammed watch roll.

Garden Stool

He can officially say goodbye to the days of aching knees the day after he works in the garden. This lightweight stool is easy to tote around and keeps all his tools right within reach.

Oyster Mushroom Log Kit

He may love eating mushrooms, but has he ever tried his hand at growing them? Probably not! This oyster mushroom log will give him everything he needs to start on his new farming adventure all within his own kitchen.

Personalized Compass

This solid brass compass comes in the most beautiful wooden keepsake box. Not only can you choose the etched design on the top, but you can even add a personalized message inside the box for Gramps.

The Vietnam War: A Film by Ken Burns & Lynn Novick

Is it just us or are all dads of a certain age obsessed with their history documentaries? This 18 hour DVD set will give him an insider's view of the Vietnam War that he never knew he needed. You can also purchase it as a book.

Around the World Spicy Nut Collection

This delicious collection of nuts is his gateway to tasting spice blends and flavors from around the world. With a neutral palette of peanuts for every blend, he'll really be able to taste the differences in each spice.

Genetic Ethnicity Test

Give Grandpa the gift of insight into his ancestry. This easy-to-use kit (just takes a cheek swab) will give him information on his heritage and family, plus health and genetics. He'll love sharing the findings with the family.

Reversible Grill/Griddle

When it's too cold outside to fire up the grill, Grandpa can still get perfect sear marks using his stovetop and this wonderful cast iron cooking tool. One side acts as a grill-top while the other serves as a griddle, so get ready for the best spread you've ever had when he pulls this bad boy out.

World's Best Grandpa Hat

He is the world's best, after all! Let him wear his title with pride by gifting him this cute embroidered cap.

Trekking The National Parks

This fun strategy game will take the whole family to over 63 National Parks in a single game night. Whether he's dreaming of his next park visit already or his hiking days are behind him, he'll have plenty of fun sharing his love of the outdoors with his favorite people playing this game.

Personalized Laser Engraved Wood Handle Hammer

This personalized hammer has a whopping 4.8/5 stars from hundreds of happy customers. Add any message to the wood handle to make a special gift for grandpa.

Flashlight Gloves

Grandpa will find countless uses for these handy waterproof flashlight gloves, from working around the house to fishing to walking outside after dark.

'What I Love about Grandpa' Fill-In Journal

If you've got kids, let them fill in this sweet journal and gift it to their grandpa (or great-grandpa!) themselves. It's a sweet and incredibly personal option.

Shiatsu Foot Massager

Deep-kneading heat therapy might help relieve your grandpa's foot pain, improve his blood circulation, and generally relax him. This massager happens to boast thousands of great reviews, and it's affordable.

Yellowstone Dutton Ranch T-Shirt

Give Gramps this T-shirt to rep his fandom. It's available in 10 different colors so you can find one that suits his wardrobe.

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Pen Pal Correspondence Kit

Create memories between generations with this thoughtful correspondence kit. Not only will it help you keep in touch with long-distance grandparents, it will give both parties tactile memories to cherish forever.

ThisWorx Car Vacuum Cleaner

No one takes his car cleanliness as serious as Grandpa! This one comes with three different attachments and powers through the 12v aux outlet.

Personalized Family Member Signpost

We just can't get over how cool this is. A perfect gift for any family member who lives far away, this custom artisan-made signpost features the names and "distances" of all relatives. Brilliant! Starting at $155 for three signs; $200 as shown with six signs.

AeroGarden Harvest

He'll love having an herb garden to tend to, even in the winter. This indoor garden with an LED grow light comes with Genovese basil, curly parsley, dill, thyme, Thai basil, and mint seed pods.

Men's Scotch Plaid Flannel Robe

This flannel robe will keep Grandpa warm and cozy while he fetches the morning newspaper without feeling too heavy or bulky.

Safety Cuff Work Glove

If Grandpa loves tinkering in his tool shed or fixing things around the house, these durable work gloves will keep his hands safe as he works.

Magnetic Wristband

This handy magnetic wristband will keep him from losing his screws, drill bits, and nails while he's working on his latest project.

Paramount+ Subscription

You know he wants to watch the new Yellowstone spinoffs but doesn't want to sign up for another streaming service. Give him a Paramount+ subscription so he doesn't miss out on 1883 or 1923 or the upcoming 6666.

Paddlers Cribbage Board

This cribbage board will look so handsome sitting on the porch at Grandpa's lake house.

Lined Hardsole Slipper

This ultra-fluffy shoe with a traditional moccasin design is just perfect for any grandpa—whether for weekend or all-the-time wear! We love the hard sole on these slippers that make them perfect for not just indoor wear, but also the occasional trip to grab the mail or take the dog outside.

Rambler Mug

This insulated cup will keep Grandpa's morning brew nice and warm as he flips through the paper.

James Patterson Writing Course

Grandpa has endless stories to tell. Help him explore his inner author with a 20-lesson online course with James Patterson, one of the best-selling writers in the world.

Moon Beam Sleep Aid

Grandpa deserves a good night's sleep—and this gadget should do the trick! Its gentle, pulsing light is meant to create a meditative experience that calms the mind before bed time.

Grandpa for President Mug

We bet he would get your vote! This ceramic mug has a big C-handle he can easily hold on his campaign trail (aka: around the house).

My Family Cookbook

Talk about a unique gift for the grandpa who loves to cook! Space for him to fill in 80 recipes, plus photo galleries, sections for "family reviews," and other fun details make this cookbook a winner.

Neck Massage Pillow

Give him the gift of relaxation this year. This neck massage pillow (with heat!) is the next best thing to a real massage chair, and it's affordable, too.

'Grandpa's Ice Cream Plow' Spoon

Here's an idea: Pair this engraved spoon with a carton of his favorite ice cream.

'If You Can Read This' Socks

These comfy socks are downright hilarious. They also happen to be chic enough to be worn with dress shoes—his friends will be none the wiser!

Whiskey Stones

These reusable whiskey stones ensure every cocktail stays chilled and doesn't get watered down. With your purchase, you also get a freezer tray, barman tongs and two coasters for serving.

Not Old, Just Vintage T-Shirt

If Grandpa has a sense of humor, he'll get a kick out of this tee.

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