{"id":57601,"date":"2017-06-02T19:32:10","date_gmt":"2017-06-02T23:32:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.uncommongoods.com\/?p=57601"},"modified":"2018-01-04T12:00:09","modified_gmt":"2018-01-04T17:00:09","slug":"gifts-superhero-dads","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uncommongoods.com\/blog\/2017\/gifts-superhero-dads\/","title":{"rendered":"Super Gifts for Your Superhero Dad"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s a bird! It\u2019s a plane! It\u2019s\u2026Dad! We\u2019re all holding out for a hero, but no need to wait \u2019til the morning light: he\u2019s right there in the back yard. Or the kitchen. Or maybe the garage. Wherever your one-of-a-kind pop prefers to spend his \u201cme\u201d time (your words, not his), here\u2019s our guide to gifts that celebrate his cape-worthy, Spandex-free super-ness.<\/p>\n

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\u00a0The Fantastic Formula<\/h4>\n

E = MC Pow!<\/em><\/p>\n

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\"Earth<\/a><\/p>\n

He may have out-of-this-world powers (case in point: the power of knowledge), but that doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t keep him grounded with these spiffy cufflinks made in the image of our home planet. | Earth Cufflinks<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"Brain<\/a><\/p>\n

Is there any place more appropriate to wedge Dad\u2019s favorite academic tomes than between two halves of a concrete brain? We think not. |\u00a0Left Brain, Right Brain Bookends<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"Math<\/a><\/p>\n

Toast his mathematical prowess with this set of four Old Fashioned glasses, each decorated with a formula impenetrable to even the most cunning of mere mortals. | Math Glasses \u2013 Set of 4<\/a><\/p>\n

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Mr. Play<\/h4>\n

(Not-So) Secret Identity\u2026 #1 fan<\/em><\/p>\n

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\"Game-used<\/a><\/p>\n

Why mask your superfandom when you can show it off with a flick of the wrist? These game used hockey pucks double as bottle openers, perfect for dads with a soft spot for the NHL and a taste for good, cold beer. | Game Used Hockey Puck Bottle Opener<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"Football<\/a><\/p>\n

Dad more of a football guy? This set of playbook glasses\u2014complete with commands to toss back, shotgun, and blitz alongside miniature X\u2019s and O\u2019s\u2014should tickle his fancy. |\u00a0Football Playbook Glasses \u2013 Set of 4<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"Baseball<\/a><\/p>\n

Ties are a cop out on Father\u2019s Day, right? Not always, my friend. This snazzy silk number\u2014an exception to the rule\u2014is sure to hit\u00a0a home run with any true fan of America\u2019s pastime. | Baseball Signature Tie<\/a><\/p>\n

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Marinado<\/h4>\n

Grills culprits\u2026 and corn on the cob<\/em><\/p>\n

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\"DIY<\/a><\/p>\n

What better way to personalize Dad\u2019s summer cookouts than with a suite of homemade sauces? This DIY BBQ KIT\u2014er, sorry, kit\u2014comes with everything he needs to craft and bottle his own, from crushed red pepper to blank labels begging for his touch. | Make Your Own BBQ Sauce Kit<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"Grilllight<\/a><\/p>\n

Keep him grilling into the depths of the night with this inventive two-in-one tool designed to keep the coals\u00a0alight,\u00a0its\u00a0built-in LED making it possible to see in darkness without setting fire to a tiki torch that\u2019s too close for comfort. |\u00a0Grillight Spatula<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"Himalayan<\/a><\/p>\n

Add a bit of color to his BBQ routine with this vibrant hand-carved plank of Himalayan pink salt. Thanks to its stable crystal structure, the plank\u2014which can also be chilled\u2014holds heat like a pro and injects a bit of extra flavor as foods cook atop it. |\u00a0Himalayan Salt BBQ Plank<\/a><\/p>\n

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\u00a0The Cufflinked Crusader<\/h4>\n

Taking care of bad guys is his business<\/em><\/p>\n

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\"Deep<\/a><\/p>\n

Dad stressed about deadlines and quarterly\u00a0meetings? Inject a bit of calming scenery into his office with this mesmerizing piece of handmade sand art. |\u00a0Deep Sea Sand Art<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"Bike<\/a><\/p>\n

For the desk-bound dad who\u2019d rather be rolling through the streets on two wheels, this paperweight offers an opportunity to keep unruly papers in line while letting everyone know how you really <\/em>feel. |\u00a0Bike Today, Work Tomorrow Paperweight<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"Zen<\/a><\/p>\n

A truly special pen can be a game changer. Made from driftwood sourced from the Chesapeake Bay, each of Tom Gauntt\u2019s painstakingly crafted pens is totally unique. | Zen Driftwood Pen<\/a><\/p>\n

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Green Gardener<\/h4>\n

Leaping tall bushes in a single bound<\/em><\/p>\n

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\"Dominoes<\/a><\/p>\n

Turn Dad\u2019s grassy refuge into a veritable game table with these playful stepping stones. Handmade from a mixture of sand, cement, and water, they\u2019re just like dominoes\u2026 only bigger, and heavier, and much better to walk across the lawn on. |\u00a0Dominoes Stepping Stones Sets<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"Gardener's<\/a><\/p>\n

Is it a tool bag? Is it a chair? It\u2019s both\u2014and it has 21 pockets, enough to stash a full suite of gardening instruments, from pruners to hand hoes. |\u00a0Gardener\u2019s Tool Seat<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"Garden<\/a><\/p>\n

Listen\u2014digging holes and trimming bushes is truly exacting work. Why not pay tribute to his green thumb with a trowel that doubles as a bottle opener, allowing him to cool off and calm down after a long day spent in the yard? |\u00a0Garden Trowel Bottle Opener<\/a><\/p>\n

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Dr. Dapper<\/h4>\n

Always ready to suit up for adventure<\/em><\/p>\n

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\"Personalized<\/a><\/p>\n

These stylish socks look great with his everyday clothes, or his super-guy disguise. The best part? You can customize them with his initials, name, or a special message. |\u00a0Personalized Socks \u2013 Set of 5 Pairs<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"Men's<\/a><\/p>\n

Saving the world (and being a dad) can be a dirty job. Help him get squeaky clean in a manly fashion with this super set. |\u00a0Fields & Forests Men’s Grooming Set<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"Custom<\/a><\/p>\n

This comb is like a secret weapon for controlling his coif. It even comes personalized and has a keychain-ready loop. |\u00a0Custom Stainless Steel Grooming Comb<\/a><\/p>\n

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Professor Pint<\/h4>\n

A man of steel with another kind of six-pack<\/em><\/p>\n

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\"One<\/a><\/p>\n

Does he love a good local brew? His favorite “microbrewery” is soon to be his own kitchen. |\u00a0One Gallon Microbrewing Kit<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"Craft<\/a><\/p>\n

It turns out that beer has its own super power: making hair look and feel fantastic. |\u00a0Craft IPA Beer Shampoo & Conditioner<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"Beer<\/a><\/p>\n

If beer’s his drink of choice and knowledge is his weapon of choice, he’ll love this towel. |\u00a0Beer Towel<\/a><\/p>\n

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Handy Man (and his trusty companion Captain Constructor)<\/h4>\n

With great power tools comes great responsibility<\/em><\/p>\n

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\"5-in-1<\/a><\/p>\n

He’s the go-to guy when a fix-it is required, but going to the right tool isn’t always that easy. Or is it? |\u00a05 in 1 Tool Pen<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"Modular<\/a><\/p>\n

Now your real-life super dad can create a tech-controlled lair that rivals those of the heroes of comic book fame. |\u00a0Modular Smart Home Kit<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"Multi-Tool<\/a><\/p>\n

Sure, he already has a monkey wrench, but what about a monkey screwdriver? |\u00a0Multi-Tool Box of Wonders<\/a><\/p>\n

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Sonic Boom<\/h4>\n

Dances to the tune of justice<\/em><\/p>\n

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\"Vintage<\/a><\/p>\n

This blast from the past–updated with modern technology–isn’t available just yet, but if Dad’s a hardcore music lover, backing this design on Kickstarter in his honor might be the perfect gift. (Each reward tier features a printable card option, so you can let Dad know his gift is on the way. When the real deal arrives, it will be like it’s Father’s Day all over again!) | Vintage Vinyl Bluetooth\u00ae Speaker<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"Record<\/a><\/p>\n

His record collection is already pretty impressive. Give him a coaster collection to match. |\u00a0Record Coasters<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"The<\/a><\/p>\n

This print may be a minimalist design, but it packs a lot of nostalgia. |\u00a0The LP Encyclopedic Print<\/a><\/p>\n

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Gadgetron<\/h4>\n

Ctrl + Alt+ Deleting Crime<\/em><\/p>\n

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\"Bluetooth<\/a><\/p>\n

Give Dad the power to control his keys! Well, maybe not control them entirely…but he will be able to find them easily when they go missing. |\u00a0Bluetooth\u00ae Tracking Tag<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"Powerslayer<\/a><\/p>\n

Speaking of super powers, this device lets Dad power-up his devices up to twice as fast as traditional chargers. |\u00a0Powerslayer Smart Wall Charger<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"Lune<\/a><\/p>\n