Categories: Etc.Too Expensive

Dappered Dad Gift Ideas #3 – Father’s Day 2011

Best Made Co. Axe Maker’s Kit – $140.00

Father’s are notoriously difficult to buy for.  When I was 12, I asked my Dad what he wanted for Father’s day.  His honest answer was: “I could use some more rope for tying the canoe down on top of the mini van.” …Right.  Father’s Day is Sunday June 19th.  Expect a different gift idea for Dad each day this week.

Who knew there’d be a thriving market for luxury axes.  Best Made Co. began making axe art in 2009, and has continued to push out incredibly well made gear that just so happens to look incredible.

But $350 for an axe?  The Dad you’re buying for is likely to thwap you on the head with the handle if you drop that kind of cash on a tool he’d otherwise pick up for $20 at a hardware store.

Instead, let him make his own.  The kit, while still pricey at $140, gives the recipient the tool and an experience.  Chopping wood is incredibly satisfying.  Chopping wood on a brisk fall morning while using an axe you made and customized yourself?

That’s priceless.  (Or in this case, $140.00)

Joe

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