His trusty Bic lighter has seen him through many a dark night. Singer’s chic suiting keeps it looking bright.
Available at ofakind.com, $40.
“Borrowing” your cleanser has become a twice-daily thing. Help him start his own beauty cabinet with a limited-edition Birchbox Man box stuffed with more than $240 worth of gentlemanly schwag (Jack Black moisturizer, Anthony Logistics shave cream, Kérastase gym bag, and more).
Available at birchbox.com, $45.
He’ll have a ball “driving” the robotic sphere with his smartphone, iPad, or iPod Touch. It can race with other Spheros, glide on user-determined tracks, or roll in app-based games like golf (the user sets the target hole and uses his mobile device as a virtual club).
Available at gosphero.com, $130.
Regular ice cubes melt when faced with galvanized, gel-filled chillers. They last forever and don’t leave a watery trace.
Available at kegworks.com, $25 for four.
Comfortable like sweatpants but durable as a pack mule, Incase’s lightweight design lugs his laptop, iPad, and gym clothes without a hitch.
Available at goincase.com, $100.
Cash is king in a horse-leather wallet without the credit card slots. No need for change: Just fold your bills and make it rein.
Available at leffot.com, $95-$120.
Whether peeling an apple or severing rope, the handy folding knife will keep him afloat. Its carbon steel blade, Brazilian rosewood handle, and brass inlay make the cut.
Available at brookfarmgeneralstore.com, $45.
A lot can happen in three to six months. Home-distilled whiskey is one of them. Woodinville’s kit comes with two bottles of unaged White Dog, a two-liter aging barrel, two tasting glasses, a pouring funnel, and (thankfully) instructions.
Available at woodinvillewhiskeyco.com, $150-$570.
Screw gray hairs. Pat Kim’s colorful walnut rocket keeps him — and his pad — young at heart.
Available at patkimdesign.com, $180.
It took Fido years to learn how to shake, but the cast stoneware paws are worth their salt.
Available at ladiesandgentlemenstudio.com, $32.
Fashioned from double-oiled beech wood, the sturdy chop block makes cutting veggies a virile pleasure.
Available at gretelhome.com, $37.
Finally, a highbrow way to brown bag it. This practical, made-of-paper beer koozie comes with how-to-use instructions for ultimate discretion.
Available at shipley-halmos.com, $2.50.
We can’t keep our eyes off Linnenbrink’s psychedelic, paint-drip designs. They’ll give your guy good reason to watch the clock.
Available at artwareeditions.com, $80.
Fun prints are in this season, but a bag reinforced with woven Oaxacan wool lasts through a lifetime of winter jaunts.
Available at willleathergoods.com, $495.
Navigating an iPhone with gloves on is like shooting in the dark. Give him a hand with a touch-screen-friendly pair.
Available at urbanoutfitters.com, $14.
A flat tire is a bump in the road. Mopha’s roll-up tool kit straps onto his bike’s frame, so he can stay prepared on the go.
Available at mophadelivers.com, $44.
Give your gent a toe up with bristle brushes, shoe polish, and cotton dusters, all tucked into a sleek, wooden box.
Available at shop.oldfaithfulshop.com, $58.
His own four square set will make him the envy of the school yard. And by school yard, we mean office.
Available at restorationhardware.com, $5.50.
It’s hard to resist a white porcelain body, black walnut handle, and saucer that doubles as a lid. This cup’s so sexy, you won’t mind if he puts his lips to it every morning.
Available at store.thomasryanbarkman.com, $75.
Even dudes get dry lips. Frill-free soothers with sun protection prompt him to pucker up.
Available at getjackblack.com, $25.
A tool that flips off, twists off, and reseals bottle caps is akin to the abacus in our book.
Available at kioskkiosk.com, $11.
We’re not bluffing when we tell you Dal Negro’s deluxe ebony poker case houses two premium card decks and 200 European chips with gilded denominations. Silent hinges; a classic, fabric-lined interior; and an intricately inlaid lid make this set a solid bet.
Available at zontikgames.com, $820.
Who doesn’t love snuggly, eco-savvy socks? It’s easy to slip into a pair with a boot-worthy cut made of recycled yarn.
Available at store.americanapparel.net, $14.
He’ll put more weight on skin care when he tries Aesop’s simple, effective line. A travel-size trio of parsley seed cleanser, toner, and serum are an age-defying introduction.
Available at aesop.com, $115.
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