Gift suggestion for the man who has EVERYTHING!

James Bond Junior

My girlfriend's father's birthday is coming up. He is the type of man whom has worked up from nothing and has done well in life and a result has no problem in treating himself and his hard work. Well deserved I say but as a result his tastes are rather subtle but at the same time high end, hotels have to be 5 star, tag heuer or omega watches, that kind of thing. He is not flash, anything but, he just appreciates good quality.

What would you guys suggest to get this man? My girlfriend is at her wits end trying to find something for him. Budget €200-€400 tops. Wallets and man-bags/satchels are out as is a watch or cuff links.

the_pen_turner

how about a ring for his daughter.

only joking but 400 is quite a commitment.


I hate buying gifts for people like this. its very hard to find that one very specific thing they could want

James Bond Junior

the_pen_turner wrote: »

how about a ring for his daughter.

only joking but 400 is quite a commitment.


I hate buying gifts for people like this. its very hard to find that one very specific thing they could want

The ring is a bit off but it will come don't worry!! Every year it's the same struggle. He doesn't drink either so a nice bottle of whiskey is out too!

the_pen_turner

how about tickets to his favourite sports team or music festival/opera


has he a wife / partner. could they help point you in the right direction or help with some hobbies or interests he might have

Armchair Andy

Track day in Mondello or UK?

James Bond Junior

Armchair Andy wrote: »

Track day in Mondello or UK?

He has been loads of times. Thanks for the suggestion though.

James Bond Junior

the_pen_turner wrote: »

how about tickets to his favourite sports team or music festival/opera


has he a wife / partner. could they help point you in the right direction or help with some hobbies or interests he might have

A good suggestion but tickets to sports/music events etc are something you go to him for when you can't get them anywhere else. He gets them in the door for free regularly. I sound like I'm knocking everything but this is a real challenge.

the_pen_turner

how about a signed pieces of one of the cars from formula 1 or nascar ,wrc, motogp etc.

strawberrie

How about going down the line of a collage of family photos in a nice frame. Something that takes thought, time and effort vs a lot of money. That could be v much appreciated

James Bond Junior

strawberrie wrote: »

How about going down the line of a collage of family photos in a nice frame. Something that takes thought, time and effort vs a lot of money. That could be v much appreciated

Yes, while it has been done before for him, there are new additions to the family so this could be a runner.

James Bond Junior

He has a boat and jetskis, if that could help with suggestions. We wouldn't have a clue about these things.

Muppet Man

Eddie Jordan? Well done sir.

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A copy of Penny Apples - oh hang on he might have wrote it.

James Bond Junior

No to both of the above! Funny men!!!! If he was handed a copy of penny apples, it would be rammed where the sun doesn't shine! Not a fan at all..

Wibbs

James Bond Junior wrote: »

his tastes are rather subtle but at the same time high end... tag heuer

*spits tea at screen from incredulity* :eek::D *Watch collector hat off*

Is he into any specific films or music? Ebay will get you any number of original film posters which you could then get framed and well under budget. First pressings of fave album(s) framed another idea.

Liam McPoyle

James Bond Junior wrote: »

My girlfriend's father's birthday is coming up. He is the type of man whom has worked up from nothing and has done well in life and a result has no problem in treating himself and his hard work. Well deserved I say but as a result his tastes are rather subtle but at the same time high end, hotels have to be 5 star, tag heuer or omega watches, that kind of thing. He is not flash, anything but, he just appreciates good quality.

What would you guys suggest to get this man? My girlfriend is at her wits end trying to find something for him. Budget €200-€400 tops. Wallets and man-bags/satchels are out as is a watch or cuff links.

What about a voucher for somewhere like Monart, Thomas Pink etc?

Jeju

How about a commissioned hand painted Birthday card by a local well known artist, charting his achievements.

brinty

A bottle of midleton rare whiskey
You can never beat a good bottle of whisky

endacl

Liffey Valley Vouchers.

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James Bond Junior wrote: »

No to both of the above! Funny men!!!! If he was handed a copy of penny apples, it would be rammed where the sun doesn't shine! Not a fan at all..

A bothar goat etc.

You're hardly going to buy him something that's going to stand out. He's already got what he wants.

Taking him out to a fancy restaurant, just the the two of ye and her dad and mum might work.

Mitch Buchannon

You mention he is into watches. Maybe you could get a nice watch box to store them or a watch winder so they are always ready.

For example:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oHg7uDO9jdw

Available for €299 from here - http://www.watch-tool.de/html/mte.php?id=8004a

Delphinium

You say he has come from nothing so maybe think back to something he may have yearned to achieve then. Or maybe arrange a family meal and finish with a this is your life show, using old family photos, school photos, cars he had loved and stories illustrated on a display like power point. If appropriate have some of his old friends present or perhaps quotes or interviews with them. Not the begrudgers though.Keep it personal and light. A copy of the presentation will be nostalgic for him.

fits

An artwork of some sort. Lots of very talented arts and craftspeople in this country.

Wibbs

brinty wrote: »

A bottle of midleton rare whiskey
You can never beat a good bottle of whisky

It's been established the chap doesn't drink.

Mitch Buchannon wrote: »

You mention he is into watches. Maybe you could get a nice watch box to store them or a watch winder so they are always ready.

If he has more than two this isn't a bad idea at all.

Calahonda52

Grandchild, the creation of which should give you both some pleasure, hopefully.
However he may be of a age where he needs the paperwork first.

James Bond Junior

I'll suggest a watch box. Thanks folks!

boobar

If he's into music, how about a high end music system like Sonos?

Spanish Eyes

Hefty donation to the Capuchin Day Centre, (or similar), followed by a meal somewhere nice to appreciate what you've got.

alane20

A rocking chair made from clothes pegs, I have a 7 year old that can hook you up, €300 a bargain, I have a house full of them, moving onto clothes pegs tea coasters shortly

newacc2015

Is he into cooking or gardening? Maybe buy high end knives or gardening tools?

If he has money, there is nothing materialistic that he will appreciate. Would you consider doing a photo album. I know my grandparents kept all the ones we gave them over the years and would regularly go through them.

James Bond Junior

We are going to go with the watch winder. Thanks lads for all the suggestions.

Mitch Buchannon

Yay..my suggestion. If only buying presents for my wife was as easy to do.

Donie75

If he's into boating get him a map from Latitude in Kinsale of his favourite area.
http://www.latitudekinsale.com/

They are stunning.