The Best Gifts For Dads, Grandfathers, Uncles, and Men Age 50+

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If you're on the hunt for a useful, thoughtful gift for someone in their 50s and older, we've got you covered. We created the ultimate guide for cool presents perfect for this age group, including user-friendly tech finds, picks based on their interests and hobbies, some personalized gifts, and more. The best part? These presents all ship fast, which means you don't have to worry about extensive shipping times, especially for the holiday season, birthdays, anniversaries, or any other special occasion.

Ready to dive in? We'll give you a quick preview of the present selection. If you're shopping for someone who loves a good drink, get them an elegant custom decanter set or a personalized whiskey barrel. You can even get a Scotch enthusiast a bottle of Glenmorangie. If they love to play golf, get them an engraved scorecard holder, golf gloves, or a ball marker and divot tool set. Shopping for the newly-minted pickleball player? We found a cute gym bag they can use for practice, plus a stylish pair of sneakers to sport on and off the court. We also found some unique and cool finds representing their favorite sports teams, gardening tools for those equipped with a green thumb, and some kitchen must haves for master chefs. Shop our top picks ahead.

Additional reporting by Lauren Harano

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Best Useful Gift For the Pickleball Player
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Best Useful Gift For the Pickleball Player

ASICS Gel-RENMA Pickleball Shoes ($68, originally $80)

If he's really into pickleball right now, these sneakers will level up his game. The ASICS Gel-RENMA Pickleball Shoes are designed specifically for the sport with improved stability and a wrap-up outer sole. They also feature a wider gauge for smoother, more balanced movements and grooves in the outsole that help with flexibility. They come in a range of colors as well.

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Best Gift For the Scotch Connoisseur
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Best Gift For the Scotch Connoisseur

Glenmorangie 18-Year Single Malt Scotch ($135)

Shopping for a scotch connoisseur? Impress them with this bottle of Glenmorangie 18-Year Single Malt Scotch. From the Highlands of Scotland, this Scotch has a nutty, malty taste with subtle notes of honey and fruitiness that culminate in a rich and intense flavor. It's matured in casks of American white oak and sherry wood.

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Best Personalized Gift For the Pickleball Player
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Best Personalized Gift For the Pickleball Player

Mark and Graham Mercer Waxed Canvas Pickleball Bag ($159, originally $189-$199)

Get the pickleball player in your life something personalized like this bag that will take them to and from practice in style. It's made from a durable canvas with a protective wax coating that mimics the look and wear of leather. The bag has a dedicated pocket for his pickleball paddle and a spacious interior for extra clothes, workout gear, and other necessities. It comes in navy and brown.

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Best Gift For the Fashionable One
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Best Gift For the Fashionable One

Untuckit Cable Knit Crewneck Sweater ($88, originally $118)

Get him something subtly festive yet stylish like this Cable Knit Crewneck Sweater from Untuckit. Made from a cotton and wool blend, this textured cable knit sweater will keep him feeling warm while looking sharp during the colder months. It has a relaxed fit, so he can layer this on top of button-downs or other shirts. Get it in charcoal gray or neutral camel tan.

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Best Massage Device
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Best Massage Device

Theragun Sense Percussion Massage Gun ($299)

He can kiss sore muscles goodbye with the Theragun Sense. Although plenty of athletes and fitness fanatics alike can't stop raving about Therabody's recovery tools, this one is made for the everyday man. Whether he's dealing with aches and body pains or just loves a good massage, the Theragun Sense offers a relaxing, not-so-intense experience that feels more like a deep tissue knead, especially with the accompanying attachments to target specific areas and knots. It also includes calming breathwork exercises for a holistic wellness moment, perfect for someone who needs some R&R.

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Best Gift For Gardeners
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Best Gift For Gardeners

Pure Garden 75-08002 8 Piece Garden Tool and Tote Set ($21, originally $25)

If he's a plant parent or has a great green thumb, this Pure Garden 8 Piece Garden Tool and Tote Set is a useful gift he'll appreciate. It comes with a branch and twig pruner, a snip, a rake, a trowel, a shovel, a water spray bottle, a roll of soft wire tie, and a tote to carry it all.

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Best Sentimental Gift
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Best Sentimental Gift

Aura Carver WiFi Digital Picture Frame ($149, originally $179)

The Aura Carver Digital Photo Frame is a gift that's both sentimental and unique. This digital picture frame can display all your memories from your smartphone. Create an album with meaningful pictures and videos and sync it with this frame so he can feel special and loved whenever he looks at it.

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Best Supportive Sneakers
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Best Supportive Sneakers

On Cloud 5 Running Shoe ($140)

You can't go wrong with gifting him a pair of comfy On Cloud 5 Running Shoes. These sneakers grip the ground offering support from heel to toe with every step. It has cushioned insoles that are removable, so he can add his own custom orthotics as well. These sneakers come well-recommended from dermatologist Dr. Dennis Gross. "I just think are a really good piece of equipment to attach to the foot to really facilitate the natural movement of walking," Dr. Gross says.

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Best Gift For a Foodie
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Best Gift For a Foodie

Truff Truffle Lovers Pack ($68)

Give him something that will enhance his dishes with truffle deliciousness, like this Truffle Lovers Pack from Truff. The set contains the editor-favorite Black Truffle Hot Sauce, which is made with ripe chili peppers, agave nectar, black truffle, and other savory spices. Plus, it has the Black Truffle Pomodoro for pasta dishes and Black Truffle Oil he can drizzle on all his favorite foods.

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Best Gift For Steak Lovers

Best Gift For Steak Lovers

Flannery Beef California Reserve Ribeye Steaks Gift Box ($106, originally $130)

The Flannery Beef California Reserve Ribeye Steaks Gift Box is a classic and timeless gift for all steak lovers. It's dry aged for a minimum of 28 days, plus it's boneless and hand cut. It comes with two 12-ounce steaks, perfect for a gourmet dinner at home.

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Best Gift For the Whiskey Enthusiast
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Best Gift For the Whiskey Enthusiast

Personalized Whiskey Barrel ($85–$200)

If they're a whiskey drinker, this personalized barrel is the ultimate gift. You can choose between a five-liter or a two-liter barrel. Plus, you can add on a fun tasting kit. Personalize it by adding their name, what they would name their own distillery, the city or state of origin, and more.

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Best Gift For the Music-Lover
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Best Gift For the Music-Lover

Victrola 6-in-1 Nostalgic Bluetooth Record Player ($110, originally $148)

If you're shopping for a music lover, the Victrola 6-in-1 Nostalgic Bluetooth Record Player is a cool retro find that will let them enjoy their record collection. It has a three-speed turntable so they can listen to vinyl records. Plus, it can play CDs and cassettes and stream music from their smartphone. It's the perfect blend of old and new.

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Best Gift For the Chef
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Best Gift For the Chef

GrillArt BBQ Grill Utensil Tools Set ($71, originally $80)

If grilling season is their time to shine, the GrillArt BBQ Grill Utensil Tools Set is something they'll appreciate and use often. It comes with tongs, a BBQ fork, a knife, grilling and basting brushes, four skewers, eight corn holders, and a multifunctional spatula. Not to mention, it's made with professional-grade stainless steel that's durable and resists heat.

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Best Gift For Chefs
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Best Gift For Chefs

Click and Grow Smart Garden 3 Indoor Herb Garden ($100)

This Click and Grow Smart Garden 3 Indoor Herb Garden is ideal for anyone who wants to grow their own produce but doesn't have a yard. It comes with various pods, so they can grow everything from herbs to fruits and veggies. The self-watering planter is a great family treat that everyone can enjoy trying, or it's perfect for a small apartment. One POPSUGAR editor tried it out and had rave reviews. "For someone who doesn't own any plants, watching a plant 'naturally' grow made me understand planters and garden enthusiasts. I found the Smart Garden to be inspiring," they said. You can read our full review of the Click and Grow Smart Garden 3 Indoor Herb Garden here.

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Best Gift For Easy Reading Anywhere
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Best Gift For Easy Reading Anywhere

Kindle Paperwhite ($140)

If they're a bookworm, get them the Kindle Paperwhite for easy reading day or night, indoors or outdoors. It has a 6.8-inch display with a warm light, so it's easier on the eyes. A single charge can last weeks, rather than mere hours. It's also waterproof.

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A Useful Gift For the Golfer
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A Useful Gift For the Golfer

Personalized Golf Ball Marker and Divot Tool Set ($35)

The personalized golf ball marker and divot tool set is a great gift for an avid golfer. The set comes with a personalized divot tool, a personalized hat clip, and a stylish display case. Customize it by putting their name on it.

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Best Customized Golf Gift For Him
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Best Customized Golf Gift For Him

Golf Scorecard & Yardage Book Holder ($46 and up)

This Golf Scorecard & Yardage Book Holder is so thoughtful, it will have their golf buddies feeling jealous. You can customize it with their initials, full name, or monogram.

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Best Gift For the Home Bar
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Best Gift For the Home Bar

Personalized Whiskey Decanter Set ($50)

Upgrade their home bar with this personalized whiskey decanter set. You can choose between a variety of designs and styles to best fit their vibe, and customize it with their name and any other meaningful engravings. This is perfect for those who love to partake in a relaxing nightcap. You can add whiskey stones and a gift box at an extra cost.

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Best Personalized Gift For the Golfer
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Best Personalized Gift For the Golfer

Personalized Men's Golf Glove ($38 and up)

This personalized golf glove is such a stylish find that will elevate their golf look and their game. Pair this with some golf balls and he'll be ready to hit the course.

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Best Gift For the Pizza Lover
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Best Gift For the Pizza Lover

Ooni Koda 12 Gas Pizza Oven ($399)

This Ooni Koda 12 Gas Pizza Oven is perfect for creating delicious stone-baked pizzas, wherever he wants. This portable gas pizza oven is super sleek and can fire up in 15 minutes and cook 13" pizzas. It's also great for roasting veggies and cooking meats. Two POPSUGAR editors even tried it out themselves with one writing, "Since our first experience, we have cooked at least 20 Neapolitan pizzas and now consider ourselves total pros. We can get perfect results every single time after mastering our skills and watching a few how-to YouTube videos. Now I look forward to my weekly pizza date night." You can read our full review of the Ooni Koda 12 Gas Pizza Oven here.

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Best Gift For the Sports Enthusiast
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Best Gift For the Sports Enthusiast

New York Times Custom Football Book ($80–$130)

If you're shopping for someone who is obsessed with football (we're talking remembering stats and players from the '60s), you need to get them this New York Times Custom Football Book. Customize it by having their name engraved and by choosing their favorite NFL team.

If they are more of a golf enthusiast, get them the New York Times Personalized Golf History Book ($80-$130) and have their name engraved as well.

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Best Cozy Gift For Him
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Best Cozy Gift For Him

Parachute Cloud Cotton Robe ($109)

The Cloud Cotton Robe from Parachute is something that will make them feel extra pampered. It's made with a super-soft Turkish cotton, meaning it's perfect to wear all year-round. The luxe robe has a waist tie and two hidden pockets as well. It comes in a variety of stylish colors, so choose their favorite.

One of our editors put it to the test, and says "I had never owned a robe this luxe before, but I can now tell you from experience, it's worth every penny. The soft texture just might be one of the most luxurious-feeling things I've ever lounged in. It's lightweight but also comfy and cozy. I don't feel too hot or too cold, and it's the perfect choice for spring as the weather warms up. I literally never want to take it off." Read the rest of the in-depth review of Parachute's Cloud Cotton Robe here.