Perhaps he was the envy of all your mates growing up, who had to make do with well-meaning but spiritually schlubby suburbanites. Perhaps you found one such specimen in the wild and decided to raise a family with him. Either way, now is the occasion to thank the cool dad in your life for always being there while still finding the time to aura farm.
From an understated watch and retro digital cameras to a banging Fender guitar – here are 14 Father’s Day gift ideas that’ll get a cool dad’s seal of approval.
Arguably the greatest gift you could ever present anyone is the joy of music. Dad will appreciate the reimagined classic that is the Audio-Technica AT-LPA2 Turntable ($3,199).
Redefining what it means to provide “crystal-clear sound” with minimal resonance/distortion and maximum detailed sound reproduction, this transparent beauty has been hailed as the finest turntable ever developed by the company.
Throw in the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay HX ($1,100) for good measure, which will also serve him well when he’s travelling. Featuring active noise-cancelling magic and a durable (not to mention foldable) construction, these wireless headphones will keep him in the moment wherever he wanders. Perhaps linking up abroad with an adventurous dad.
For the cool dad who wants to savour the tunes with every strum of his own fingers, however, look no further than the Fender Player II Modified Stratocaster ($1,599).
In the words of B.H.’s resident muso Nick Mayor, Clapton wept over it, Hendrix torched it, and Gilmour floated it through the cosmos. True to its promise, they haven’t reinvented the wheel with this one. But they have perfected it. This is a 21st-century guitar through and through that delivers on all fronts.
If your old man is constantly on the go and likes to record his thoughts Dale Cooper-style, there’s always the Plaud Note ($269). It’s a wafer-thin AI voice recorder that snaps on with MagSafe and turns spoken sentences into organised notes within seconds.
Though if he’d rather write down said thoughts the old-fashioned way, you cannot go wrong with Montegrappa’s Goldfinger Special Issue Fountain Pen ($2,400).
With a robust and professional all-metal build, and refined componentry optimised for essential work, this anniversary edition tool flaunts a 14K gold nib and hollow-point cap that references the iconic 007 gun barrel opening sequence.
On the subject of toys for the boys, if dad’s into photography for the love of the game instead of flexing technical specs, he’ll dig the hell out of the delightfully retro Fujifilm X Half ($1,349).
Granted, it’s not the most advanced piece of kit on the market. That being said, the digital love letter to 35mm half-frame cameras scores major points with its playful and remarkably portable construction, 13 “Film Simulations,” along with the crucial reminder that not every single artistic endeavour needs to be taken so seriously.
If dad fancies himself the civilian Harrison Ford, consider a fine drop of single malt Scotch whisky. Our award-winning recommendation? Glenmorangie’s The Original 12 Year Old with Glassware ($99).
Smooth, deep, and complex, this liquid gold has been aged in bourbon casks to infuse all sorts of delectable flavours – swirls of creamy vanilla and a rush of citrus, layered with honey and peach. And best enjoyed in the two glasses it comes with.
But for the peaty papa, it has to be the equally acclaimed Ardbeg 10-Year-Old Islay Single Malt Scotch ($122).
Renowned for being the peatiest, smokiest, and yes, most complex single malt in existence across the globe, this is an Islay whisky of exceptional balance and mind-blowing flavour depth: one that remembers to make enough room for the malt’s natural sweetness to come through.
The most immediate manifestation of dad’s coolness? His ‘fit. Which is why we’re prescribing these proven wardrobe staples.
Up top, we suggest a surprisingly versatile P. Johnson Light Blue Linen Shirt ($295) woven in Italy he can dress up with trousers and a belt or dress down with shorts and Birkenstocks. South of the equator, opt for Rodd & Gunn’s Linden Relaxed Fit Jeans ($179) – incidentally, assembled from premium Italian denim by the famed Candiani mill.
For the horologically inclined cool dad with well-to-do progeny, give him the gift of excellent craftsmanship with the Piaget Polo Skeleton ($52,000).
The sleek stainless steel design is married with a mesmerising openwork dial that allows you to glimpse the automatic movement. A complex choice for a complex individual.
If it’s a slightly subtler masterpiece you’re after, feast your eyes on the Franck Muller Sfumato Slim (Price On Application).
Drawing inspiration from Renaissance art, its gracefully thin case houses a dial with a tasteful tone-on-tone gradation, creating a gentle depth (and asserting major cool dad personality).
Help him keep his timepieces secure in a simple yet sophisticated Maison de Sabre Watch Roll ($159). Almost a non-negotiable for the heavy who travels, it’s constructed from the world’s most sustainable full-grain DriTan, soft microfiber lining, as well as densely padded cushioning to fasten and protect those ticking investments during transit.
As for the cool dad who has it all, how about the coolest possible present of ’em all: an annual subscription to B.H. Magazine ($70)?
With pages of quality features spanning everything from entertainment and culture to travel and success, and cover stars like Australia’s two-time UFC Featherweight Champion Alexander Volkanovski, this quarterly release isn’t just another collector’s item. They’re for the soul.
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