5 Hot Gifts for the Dad

With the holidays right around the corner, now’s a good time to start thinking about what you’re going to get your dear old dad for Christmas. The uy has done a lot for you over the years and quite honestly, he deserves more than a colorful new tie or a pair of slippers, even if they do vibrate. But for some reason, one of the traditional challenges of the holiday season always seems to be what to get the old man.

Luckily, DoItYourself.com has compiled a list of the five hottest gifts for dad for the 2010 holidays. Show your old man how much you appreciate everything he’s done and continues to do for you by picking up one or more of the following must-have gifts of the season.

Sony BDV-E770W Blu Ray Home Theater System
The name Sony is synonymous with outstanding audio and video quality and with the Sony BDV-E770W home theater system, your dad will get the best of both worlds. Featuring a state-of-the-art all-in-one Blu Ray player/receiver, your dad will be staring at true HD, crystal clear 1080p resolution while being engulfed in pure digital 5.1 surround sound.

This kit is perfect for your old man. It’s not only a breeze to set up, but the rear speakers are wireless, so there’s no running wires around the room. Just take it out of the box, plug it in and voila! instant theater! As if watching his favorite films on Blu Ray isn’t enough, this system also streams Netflix, Amazon Video on Demand, YouTube and other music and video sources via its intelligent wireless interface. Give your dad the gift of unlimited entertainment for around $550.

OTC 3109 Trilingual OBD II/EOBD & CAN Scan Tool

Give your dad the OTC 3109 Scan Tool and you may never see him again. Why? Because he’ll be scanning the automobiles of everyone he knows to give them an accurate diagnosis of any potential engine problems they may be having.

This ingenious kit reads vehicle sensors, switches and relays in real time, with the engine running, to provide an instant diagnosis of pinpoint problems. Imagine how your dad will feel when he takes his car in to the mechanic already armed with the knowledge of what’s really going on with his auto. Not bad for under $120.

Red Golf Bag Cooler

This red golf bag cooler comes packed with two dozen fresh cookies, a full pound of honey roasted peanuts and six golf balls and tees. It’s not only handsome, it’s downright delicious! You can bet your old man will have a flock of buddies following him around on the back nine trying to grab one of these tasty morsels.

Best of all, once all the treats are gone, your dad will still have his high-quality cooler bag for his next trip to the links, except next time, the cooler will more than likely be keeping some select beverages nice and cold. For under $50, this is the ideal gift for the dad who also happens to be a professional golfer (in his mind).

Masterbuilt 30 In. Black Digital Electric Smoker 20070910

There may not be a dad out there who doesn’t fancy himself the world’s greatest barbeque chef. But half-charred briquettes of beef don’t really count as great or even as barbeque, so do your dad a favor and pick him up this digital electric smoker by Masterbuilt. It will make his famous barbeque finally live up to his claims!

The Masterbuilt electric smoker has four level racks for handling plenty of meats, fish, chicken, pork or vegetables and with the removable water pan, you won’t have to worry about your dad’s culinary exploits coming up dry. This easy-to-use smoker is available from a number of online shops starting around $179.    

Makita LXT601 18-Volt Lithium 6-Piece Cordless Tool Combination Kit

The Makita LXT601 6-piece cordless tool combination kit is all your dad needs to get the job done – any job! Powered by an 18-volt LXT Lithium-Ion battery, this combo kit includes a hammer drill/driver, circular saw, reciprocating saw, impact driver, cordless angle driver and flashlight with two batteries and a 30-minute rapid charging base. To sweeten the deal, it even includes a rolling tool bag with a convenient telescoping handle.

Everything can easily be stored right in the tool bag, so your dad’s power tools are always easy to find and right where he left them, while keeping his garage nice and tidy. Give your dad the gift of convenience, portability and some kickin’ tools, all for around $450.