{"id":48675,"date":"2016-11-30T21:36:09","date_gmt":"2016-11-30T21:36:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/airforcetimes\/uncategorized\/2016\/11\/30\/for-vets-by-vets-holiday-gift-guide-2016\/"},"modified":"2026-08-08T07:30:38","modified_gmt":"2026-08-08T07:30:38","slug":"for-vets-by-vets-holiday-gift-guide-2016","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/airforcetimes\/news\/your-air-force\/2016\/11\/30\/for-vets-by-vets-holiday-gift-guide-2016\/","title":{"rendered":"For vets, by vets: Holiday Gift Guide 2016"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-smg-jwplayer-video\"><atype-video-jwplayer nostick=\"true\" playlisturl=\"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/v2\/playlists\/fCzRqMW8?tags=3b084560-c1a3-4e34-9990-35b97f9a0a99\" aspectratio=\"16 \/ 9\" mute autostart=\"false\"><\/atype-video-jwplayer><\/figure>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br\/>Trying to figure out what to do about the hard-to-shop-for veteran on your list? Looking for the perfect gift to ship to your far-flung family member still in uniform? Just need a break from holiday stress and want to curl up with your DD 214, or a blanket that looks like one?\u00a0 <br\/> <br\/><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Military Times has you covered with 12 products made by veterans, for veterans \u2013 some of which are offering special deals for our readers, or for veterans, or both. So finish your list, or squirrel away a few of these for yourself: <br\/> <br\/><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"822\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-01-tobacco.jpg.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-89088\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-01-tobacco.jpg.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-01-tobacco.jpg.jpg?resize=300,206 300w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-01-tobacco.jpg.jpg?resize=768,526 768w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-01-tobacco.jpg.jpg?resize=1024,701 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span>Warfighter Tobacco&#8217;s Garrison 6 Sampler<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span>Photo Credit: Manufacturer<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br\/> <b>SMOKE &#8216;EM IF YOU&#8217;VE GOT &#8216;EM<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>What: <\/b>The  <a class=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/www.warfightertobacco.com\/collections\/featured-products\/products\/garrison-6-sampler-with-leather-wrapped-humidor?variant=22050605057\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Link: null\">Garrison 6 Sampler<\/a> from the Warfighter Tobacco Company, founded by Army combat vets, features three types of cigars (5.56 MM, 7.62 MM and .50 Cal) so you&#8217;re sure to find a favorite. The six-pack comes in a leather-wrapped humidor with a removal portable distilled water humidifier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>How much:<\/b> $99.99<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Buy it for: <\/b>The tobacco aficionado in your life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Don&#8217;t buy it for: <\/b>The children&#8217;s table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>More: <\/b> <a class=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/warfightertobacco.com\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Link: null\">WarfighterTobacco.com<\/a> (discount code MilitaryTimes gets you 15 percent off all purchases through Jan. 1)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-02-bottle-breacher.jpg.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-89092\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-02-bottle-breacher.jpg.jpg 640w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-02-bottle-breacher.jpg.jpg?resize=300,225 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span>The Christmas Wine Bottle Breacher<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span>Photo Credit: Manufacturer<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>2-IN-1 TO START THE HOLIDAY FUN<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>What: <\/b>The  <a class=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/bottlebreacher.com\/christmas-wine-bottle-breacher\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Link: http:\/\/bottlebreacher.com\/christmas-wine-bottle-breacher\/\">Christmas Wine Bottle Breacher<\/a> features a corkscrew and a bottle opener built into a .50-caliber round. Engraving and special gift boxes are available. Made in the USA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>How much: <\/b>$39.99. Want to spend a bit more? Consider a  <a class=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/bottlebreacher.com\/wine-breacher-holster\/\" target=\"_blank\">holster<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Buy it for: <\/b>Your friend who likes variety in his adult beverages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Don&#8217;t buy it for: <\/b>That guy who always brings over a screw-top bottle he bought at the convenience store down the block.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>More: <\/b> <a class=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/bottlebreacher.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Link: http:\/\/bottlebreacher.com\/\">BottleBreacher.com<\/a> (free shipping on your order with the code FREE4MILITARY)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<script>\r  googletag.cmd.push(function() {\r    googletag.defineSlot('\/114235265\/MilitaryTimes\/Rectangle\/BelowTheFold', [300, 250], 'div-gpt-ad-1480453871851-0').addService(googletag.pubads());\r    googletag.pubads().enableSingleRequest();\r    googletag.pubads().collapseEmptyDivs();\r    googletag.pubads().setTargeting('Category', ['your-military']).setTargeting('ID', ['00000154-e964-deeb-af7f-fdfd148e0000']);\r    googletag.enableServices();\r  });\r<\/script>\n\n\n\n<script>\rgoogletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1480453871851-0'); });\r<\/script>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1353\" height=\"810\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-03-badass-beard-care.jpg.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-89094\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-03-badass-beard-care.jpg.jpg 1353w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-03-badass-beard-care.jpg.jpg?resize=300,180 300w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-03-badass-beard-care.jpg.jpg?resize=768,460 768w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-03-badass-beard-care.jpg.jpg?resize=1024,613 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1353px) 100vw, 1353px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span>The eight options included in Badass Beard Care&#8217;s sampler come individually wrapped.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span>Photo Credit: Manufacturer<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>SHOW YOUR BEARD YOU CARE<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>What: <\/b>Grab  <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/badassbeardcare.com\/beard-oil-8-pack-trial-kit\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Link: https:\/\/badassbeardcare.com\/beard-oil-8-pack-trial-kit\/\">a sampler<\/a> of the beard palm and beard oil varieties offered by Badass Beard Care, a company started by a sea-service couple (Coast Guard and Navy Reserve) with plenty of whisker-treatment options. The trial kit includes eight of them, ranging from The Ladies Man (sweet citrus scents) to The Mountain Man (pine and cedar) to El Burrista \u2013 a premium scent, per the website, that offers &#8220;coffee with naturally occurring notes of chocolate and vanilla.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>How much: <\/b>$29.99. Email sales@badassbeardcare.com with proof of service for a code that&#8217;ll get you a 15 percent discount.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Buy it for: <\/b>Your friend who thinks &#8220;beard maintenance&#8221; is limited to crumb removal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Don&#8217;t buy it for: <\/b>Your friend who would kill for a shaving profile, but doesn&#8217;t qualify.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>More<\/b>:  <a class=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/BadassBeardCare.com\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Link: http:\/\/BadassBeardCare.com\">BadassBeardCare.com<\/a> (note the &#8220;Free Sample&#8221; tab)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1803\" height=\"995\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-05-blankets.jpg.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-89095\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-05-blankets.jpg.jpg 1803w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-05-blankets.jpg.jpg?resize=300,166 300w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-05-blankets.jpg.jpg?resize=768,424 768w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-05-blankets.jpg.jpg?resize=1024,565 1024w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-05-blankets.jpg.jpg?resize=1536,848 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1803px) 100vw, 1803px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span>The Freedom Fleece, folded at left, and the DD-214 Blanket, in use at right.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span>Photo Credit: Manufacturer photos<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>SECURITY BLANKETS<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>What: <\/b>From internet meme to reality \u2013 ever want to wrap yourself in your DD 214? Here&#8217;s your chance, thanks to two veteran-owned online retailers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>How much: <\/b>Inkfidel&#8217;s  <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/inkfidel.com\/products\/freedom-fleece-dd-form-214-blanket\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Link: null\">50-by-60-inch Freedom Fleece<\/a> sells for $55 and ships with a marker so veterans can fill in the blanks. AAF Nation&#8217;s  <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aafnation.com\/products\/dd-214-blanket?variant=31613549194\" title=\"Link: https:\/\/www.aafnation.com\/products\/dd-214-blanket?variant=31613549194\">50-by-60 version<\/a>, the middle of three sizes, sells for $59.95 and can be custom-printed for an additional fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Buy it for:<\/b> A service member who recently separated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Don&#8217;t buy it for:<\/b> A service member who just re-enlisted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>More<\/b>:\u00a0 <a class=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/AAFNation.com\" target=\"_blank\">AAFNation.com<\/a> (NSFW, use promotional code veteran16 for 10 percent off),  <a class=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/Inkfidel.com\" target=\"_blank\">Inkfidel.com<\/a> (promotional code BLITZEN gets you 10 percent off your order)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"793\" height=\"523\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-04-owl-necklace-lady-brigade.jpg.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-89096\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-04-owl-necklace-lady-brigade.jpg.jpg 793w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-04-owl-necklace-lady-brigade.jpg.jpg?resize=300,198 300w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-04-owl-necklace-lady-brigade.jpg.jpg?resize=768,507 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 793px) 100vw, 793px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span>Whooo, me? Pick up a 9mm owl from Lady Brigade.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span>Photo Credit: Manufacturer<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>CUT, CLARITY \u2026 CALIBER?<\/b> <br\/><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>What:\u00a0<\/b>Considering some ammo-themed accessories for your loved one but not ready to go full bandoleer? Lady Brigade, an apparel company founded by a former soldier, offers\u00a0 <a class=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/ladybrigade.com\/collections\/accessories\/products\/silver-owl-with-9mm-eyes-necklace\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Link: http:\/\/ladybrigade.com\/collections\/accessories\/products\/silver-owl-with-9mm-eyes-necklace\">this silver owl<\/a>\u00a0with a somehow-adorable 9mm stare. It includes Swarvoski crystals and a 30-inch chain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>How much:\u00a0<\/b>$24 (discount code HMT25 gets you a 25 percent discount through Dec. 31)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Buy it for:\u00a0<\/b>A spouse or significant other whose ideal date night includes a shooting range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Don&#8217;t buy it for:\u00a0<\/b>Women who don&#8217;t wear necklaces. For them, Lady Brigade offers the . <a class=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/ladybrigade.com\/collections\/accessories\/products\/223-caliber-cuff-bracelet\" target=\"_blank\">223 Caliber Cuff Bracelet<\/a>\u00a0($29.99).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>More<\/b>:\u00a0 <a class=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/ladybrigade.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Link: http:\/\/LadyBrigade.com\">LadyBrigade.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-07-spartan-knife.jpg.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-89097\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-07-spartan-knife.jpg.jpg 640w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-07-spartan-knife.jpg.jpg?resize=300,200 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span>One of many folding-knife offerings from Spartan Blades.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span>Photo Credit: Manufacturer<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><div> <b>SPARTAN STEEL<\/b> <\/div> <div> <b>What: <\/b>The Pallas Button Lock knife from North Carolina-based Spartan Blades, founded by retired Green Berets, features a 3.75-inch, stonewashed, drop-point steel blade in an anodized aerospace aluminum frame. Open with a flick and you&#8217;ve got an 8.75-inch knife; fold it up and a titanium arrow clip allows for easy carry. Checks in at less than 5 ounces.\u00a0 <\/div> <div> <b>How much: <\/b>$285, or a &#8220;Black Out&#8221; version for 10 bucks more. Ten percent discount available for veterans. <\/div> <div> <b>Buy it for:<\/b> Your friend who keeps asking to borrow your folding knife. <\/div> <div> <b>Don&#8217;t buy it for: <\/b>Your friend who keeps calling your folding knife a &#8220;switchblade.&#8221; <\/div> <div> <b>More<\/b>:\u00a0SpartanBladesUSA.com <\/div> <div> <b>Link:\u00a0<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/spartanbladesusa.com\/pallas-button-lock\/\" title=\"Link: https:\/\/spartanbladesusa.com\/pallas-button-lock\/\">https:\/\/spartanbladesusa.com\/pallas-button-lock\/<\/a> <\/div> <div> <br\/> <br\/> <\/div><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-06-vandal-knife-toor.jpg.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-89099\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-06-vandal-knife-toor.jpg.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-06-vandal-knife-toor.jpg.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-06-vandal-knife-toor.jpg.jpg?resize=768,512 768w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-06-vandal-knife-toor.jpg.jpg?resize=1024,683 1024w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-06-vandal-knife-toor.jpg.jpg?resize=1536,1024 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span>The Vandal, from Toor Knives.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span>Photo Credit: Manufacturer<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>SLICE INTO 2017<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>What: <\/b>Not much for folding knives? The brothers Toor (twins \u2013 one soldier, one Marine) bring you  <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/toorknives.com\/products\/the-vandal?variant=23981985795\" target=\"_blank\">the Vandal<\/a>, an American-made, 8.5-inch weapon of choice. Customize your stainless-steel blade with one of multiple handle types, including carbon fiber, ironwood and paracord. When your work is done, use the included Kydex belt sheath (vertical and horizontal options) with clip perfect for MOLLE webbing. NOTE: Each blade is made to order, so Santa might arrive before your knife does.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>How much:<\/b> $350<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Buy it for: <\/b>The collector who has (almost) everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Don&#8217;t buy it for:<\/b> The novice who might not be ready for a customized blade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>More<\/b>:\u00a0 <a class=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/ToorKnives.com\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Link: null\">ToorKnives.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"480\" height=\"480\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-08-black-rifle-coffee.jpg.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-89101\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-08-black-rifle-coffee.jpg.jpg 480w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-08-black-rifle-coffee.jpg.jpg?resize=150,150 150w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-08-black-rifle-coffee.jpg.jpg?resize=300,300 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span>Black Rifle Coffee&#8217;s single-serving offerings come complete with an ammo can case.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span>Photo Credit: Manufacturer<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>WAKE UP WITH YOUR K-CUP<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>What: <\/b>A  <a class=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/www.blackriflecoffee.com\/collections\/coffee\/products\/brcc-k-cups\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Link: null\">dozen rounds of single-serving goodness<\/a> from Black Rifle Coffee Company, complete with ammo box. As one online reviewer put it: &#8220;Finally \u2026 a &#8216;k&#8217; cup that tastes like coffee.&#8221; Crave a bit more edge? Black Rifle also offers its CAF blend in single servings: Caffeinated As \u2026 heck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Cost: <\/b>$12.99<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Buy it for: <\/b>The caffeine lover in your life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Don&#8217;t buy it for:<\/b> Anybody whose regular Starbucks order involves whipped cream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>More<\/b>:\u00a0 <a class=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/BlackRifleCoffee.com \" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Link: http:\/\/BlackRifleCoffee.com \">BlackRifleCoffee.com\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"4776\" height=\"3030\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-09-repatriot-flag.jpg.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-89102\" srcset=\"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-09-repatriot-flag.jpg.jpg 4776w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-09-repatriot-flag.jpg.jpg?resize=300,190 300w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-09-repatriot-flag.jpg.jpg?resize=768,487 768w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-09-repatriot-flag.jpg.jpg?resize=1024,650 1024w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-09-repatriot-flag.jpg.jpg?resize=1536,974 1536w, https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/gift-guide-09-repatriot-flag.jpg.jpg?resize=2048,1299 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 4776px) 100vw, 4776px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span>Show your patriotism, and help save the environment, with the RePatriot Flag.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span>Photo Credit: Manufacturer photos<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>OLD GLORY GOES GREEN<\/b> <br\/> <b>What: <\/b>An American flag, American-made \u2026 out of recycled plastic water bottles. Founded by a West Point grad, RePatriot Flag offers multiple sizes and says its flags meet government specifications for traditional nylon banners.\u00a0 <br\/><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>How much:<\/b> $34 for a  <a class=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/www.repatriotflag.com\/products\/repatriot-3x5-u-s-flag\" target=\"_blank\">3-by-5-foot flag<\/a>. 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