45 Great Gift Ideas for Grandpa

This rustic frame is perfect for an old snapshot. Dig through grandpa’s photo albums and gift this piece with a memory already in place.

There’s something nostalgic about baseball cards—the thrill of opening a pack never really goes away. In this collectible box, grandpa might even get his hands on an original turn-of-the-century card from 1910!

Most of our memories are stored in pictures on our phones now, but our grandparents remember a different time. This little film printer will let gramps instantly print out photos from his phone, just like the good ol’ days.

This old-school replica suitcase turntable has been given some modern upgrades: It’s Bluetooth compatible and auxiliary-enabled for easy DJing. Grandpa will be cranking the tunes of his youth in no time.

Grandpa likely came of age when his allowance was spent on buying new vinyl. This stylish crate holds up to 50 records (including 33s, 45s and 78s) so flipping through his old record collection will be a breeze.

Sure, streaming has taken over, but grandpa still wants to be able to queue up his classic movie DVD collection. With a seven-inch swivel screen, rechargeable battery and included car adaptor, this portable player is especially ideal for long road trips and travel.

A perfect gift for history buffs, this eight-episode documentary DVD from The History Channel features some of the world’s most bizarre tales and legends.

This retro-inspired popcorn machine will take grandpa back to his childhood trips to the cinema. This miniature, replica version of the classic popper makes 12 cups of fresh popcorn for sharing with the fam. Gift it along with one of his favourite old movies.

A baseball cap with his favourite team’s logo will make your pops feel like a kid again. Add a baseball glove and an offer to play catch with him for added sentimental oomph.

The quickest way to the heart of a diehard sports fan is through his team. Add the name of his favourite player and you’ll definitely be grandpa’s favourite.

With two removable bait racks, this sturdy tackle box with a secure closure has more than enough storage space for everything grandpa needs to spend time on the water.

Jose Bautista’s bat flip from game five of the 2015 American League Division Series was epic for baseball fans. This framed, ready-to-hang photograph commemorates an amazing “where were you when…” moment.

This graphite fishing rod offers elite features at a fraction of the cost of other models—your gramps will love the super-responsive spinning reel, the smooth retrieves and the front-adjustable drag.

The classic Fair Isle pattern and touchscreen capabilities of these gloves mean he’ll stay stylish, toasty and easily in touch on even the coldest days.

An avid golfer needs good quality golf balls and these classic yellow ones totally fit the bill: They’re easily visible, straight distance balls that promise speed, low spin and low drag.

Even when he can’t make it to the driving range, this pop-up-style cage will let him practice his swing anytime, anywhere. It’s super-easy to assemble and disassemble, and it comes with a convenient carrying case.

This dartboard and cabinet set includes everything grandpa needs for cricket fun at home—two sets of steel-tipped darts, a self-healing dartboard and a removable bullseye.

He’s not a regular grandpa, he’s a cool grandpa—with his own foosball table. This is the perfect group gift for a granddad who wants to be a huge hit with the grandkids.

Old Spice was first introduced in 1938 and remains a popular brand 80+ years later. This budget-friendly gift set features body wash, body spray and antiperspirant in the Bearglove and Wolfthorn scents.

This iconic scent, created in 1986, is citrusy, woodsy and easy-wearing. Grandpa can add a nice eau de toilette spray, body lotion and shower gel to his grooming routine with this set.

Every grandpa needs a good pair of slippers (and don’t these ones look like the coziest deck shoes of all time?!). With a handsome checkered pattern, they’re stylish enough to wear around the house 24/7.

If grandpa appreciates a close shave, this wet and dry electric shaver with five pivoting, flexible heads, self-sharpening blades and one-touch open capability for easy cleaning will be the perfect addition to his routine.

No grandfather’s closet is complete without a classic checkered button-down. This stylish pick can be worn on its own, or layered under a pullover or cardigan for a polished look.

Give his style an instant upgrade. When grandpa wears this sharp, timeless cap with a peacoat and a snappy scarf, he’ll look like he just stepped out of a classic Dickens novel.

A soft, patterned scarf is the perfect topper to an elegant winter coat. This 100% acrylic choice will instantly level up grandad’s outerwear game.

These genuine leather gloves will make your already dashing gramps look even classier. Plus, they’re lined for extra coziness so he can enjoy long walks on chilly days.

With ten card slots, two slot pockets, a double billfold and an ID window, everything grandpa needs will fit nicely in this (super affordable) genuine leather wallet. It also features radio-frequency identification (RFID) protection to safeguard against identity theft.

Every handyman needs a good pair of work gloves. These breathable, washable gloves provide protection when he’s using power tools or hauling materials.

Talk about practical: This 14-in-1 tool is the fix-it grandpa’s dream come true. It features everything from a hammer and pliers to a bottle opener and wire cutters. (It basically makes him MacGyver.)

This high-definition television has a simple, intuitive interface, is enabled for thousands of streaming channels, features three HDMI inputs and more. Now grandpa can watch his favourite home improvement shows with better detail and clarity.

Give his toolkit a major upgrade with this set. It comes with five of the most-used screwdrivers (slotted and Phillips), plus a magnetic interchangeable handle with 50(!) bits.

This isn’t your everyday toolbox. This modular tote can be customized exactly the way grandpa wants it, with 61 pockets and loops, three removable dividers, a convenient tape strap and more.

Pliers for every occasion will make any papa a happy man! This set features long-nose, diagonal, slip joint, groove joint, mini long-nose and mini diagonal pliers to cover off just about every need.

This rugged tool chest on wheels will help grandpa to stay organized on the job site. It features an organization system for smaller tools on the lid, removable trays, a groove for sawing and more.

With 13 compartments, this carrying case will keep small bits—screws, nails, wall shields and more—organized and accessible. This case can even be connected to other Kubota organizers for easy transport.

This gift is a little on the pricey side, but it would make a great addition to grandpa’s workshop! Made from high-grade welded steel, this tower tool chest features extra-wide locking drawers, wheels for easy movement and more.

A good, insulated travel mug is a must for coffee lovers during Canadian winters. This one is double-walled to keep beverages hot (and cold in the summer), opens and closes with one hand and comes with a handy carrying strap.

If grandpa enjoys sharing a good brew with family, this 25-piece beer glassware set is the perfect pressie. It includes four Pilsner glasses, four stout glasses, four pub glasses, four paper coasters and a stainless steel bottle opener.

A coffee maker granddad can schedule up to 24 hours in advance? Yes, please. This brewer makes up to 12 cups of coffee, has a pause-and-serve function for mess-free pouring and an auto-shut off feature for safety.

Grandpa can bring a touch of the great outdoors inside with this sturdy, rustic wine rack. Lovely in a kitchen or dining room, this accessory also means his favourite wine selections are always within reach.

If grandpa is the family grillmaster, he needs this apron. Made from canvas and leather, it has large pockets for keeping track of BBQ tools and an attached bottle opener, because obviously. (Find more gifts for home cooks with our 35 Best Gifts for Home Cooks.)

If gramps knows a thing or two about wine, he’ll love how this aerator takes his pours to the next level. This tool slows down the wine flow into the glass, which allows it to take up extra oxygen, enriching the taste.

With a long-handled spatula, tongs, basting brush, meat fork and more, this stainless steel set (complete with sleek carrying case) has everything grandpa needs to get dinner on the table.

These are oven mitts in overdrive. With three protective layers, these gloves can stand heat up to 1472F (no, that’s not a typo!). They also come with food-grade silicone coating so nothing will slip through his hands.

If there was ever a perfect group gift for a BBQ-loving patriarch, this is it. With 542 square inches of evenly-heated cooking space, he’ll be able to grill up something for everyone at the next family cookout. (Discover more great gifts for grandfathers with The 50 Best Gifts for Every Type of Dad.)