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Why does shopping for husbands have to be so hard?
« on: Nov 28th, 2005, 8:00am » |
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Cripes, my husband is so hard to shop for.  The stuff he DOES want, is usually high end power tools that cost hundreds of dollars, so he ends up buying them himself or I buy it, but he knows I'm getting it for him. 
This year, I already have a chainsaw on the way I bought off eBay. Here's the link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=77276928 74&ssPageName=STRK:MEWN:IT
Now my dilemma is if I should get him these binoculars, but am not sure if they'd be ones he'd like or not. You can see them here: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=72000532 49&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT
What do you guys think? My husband is an outdoors/building/fixing/hunting/fishing/workaholic kind of guy. He is the only one I have probs buying for every year, LOL. He said he didn't want anything, as he just built his 1800 sq.ft. garage (along with 1/2 owning a front Payloader with his dad), but Christmas wouldn't feel right if I didn't get him anything from myself and the kids. (since he is the most giving, generous, kind and loving person I have ever met in my LIFE)
*sigh*
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« Reply #1 on: Nov 28th, 2005, 8:18am » |
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Oh when you said shopping for husbands I got all excited... wondered if they did part exchange or new for old or anything.. oh well. Another lovely daydream shot to bits 
I think binoculars would be a lovely fun present, they aren't a tool or anything "useful" but would fit right in with his hobbies. A few years ago I bought my dad a telescope for Christmas, he laughed and went up to have a look through it to please me and that was the last we saw of him for hours. He really loved it (and it meant I could spend all night on the phone without him moaning.. I love it when everyone's a winner!)
've just bought David some Sparco racing boots so far for his hovercraft racing. Its the World Champs next August so the excitement is building early 
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« Reply #2 on: Nov 28th, 2005, 9:01am » |
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Whats so hard?
Booze, food, and a new remote.
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« Reply #3 on: Nov 28th, 2005, 9:21am » |
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Anything from Guitar Center or the NASCAR store....
Or cash. 
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« Reply #4 on: Nov 28th, 2005, 9:31am » |
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Cash, Cash, Cash.
Just not his own!
But if you really want to suprise him New hunting knife never misses, and also shotgun is always good too but that costs some. Fishing stuff lures, line, poles, reels, tacklebox. These are sure fire winners since you did say he likes to hunt, fish, and stuff.
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« Reply #5 on: Nov 28th, 2005, 9:50am » |
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Binocs differ enough that you will want to let him select his own. They are tailored to the given application he plans to use them for.
The chainsaw is sweet... he will be pleased with that.
One idea...
You can buy him a nice little carry knife... such as a Spyderco Delica.. sub-$50
http://www.sportsauthority.com/product/index.jsp?productId=1256314
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Re: Why does shopping for husbands have to be so h
« Reply #7 on: Nov 28th, 2005, 10:01am » |
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Big Garage? Wisconsin? Likes to tinker around?
Get him a torpedo heater. He'll love it.
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« Reply #9 on: Nov 28th, 2005, 10:12am » |
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Ok, he has all the fishing stuff he needs, and we both have knives coming out our wazoos. I'd buy him a gun, but he likes to pick his own. (I'm getting myself a .38 next year). I've tried to get him to look at binoc's dozens of times, because he wants one, but he never has the time to do it. We are going to Scheels this weekend, and he could look at them there, but how the hell would I be able to "surprise" him then?
Oh, and yes he has a Dremel & accessories. I appreciate all the suggestions, keep them coming!! Hopefully someone will suggest something I haven't thought of, or that he doesn't have but could use! LOL
Past years I got him a lawn mower, nail gun, miter saw, pressure washer, roto-zip & accessories, saw horses (don't laugh, he really needed them, lol), boot dryer, boots, cammo & blaze orange jackets & pants, fireplace accessories, a transmission for his truck (it was my anniversary gift to him, LOL)... That's all I can think of off the top of my head right now.
Thanks bunches you guys! 
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« Reply #10 on: Nov 28th, 2005, 10:17am » |
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on Nov 28th, 2005, 10:01am, ExplodingEyeBall wrote:Big Garage? Wisconsin? Likes to tinker around?
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Awesome idea Pat! But he has a furnace he'll be installing in it (it has a heated floor too).
I'll hint around a bit and see if he'd like one anyway.
Donna- I should have probably said that he's not an avid fisherman, but he does enjoy it, when he can go. I guess that to buy a lot of fishing stuff would be pointless as he has not enough time to fish due to working so much.
Man, I hope I'm not sounding ungrateful here!! Maybe I should just buy him clothes, LOL.
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« Reply #11 on: Nov 28th, 2005, 10:46am » |
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Range finder/Scope
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« Reply #13 on: Nov 28th, 2005, 11:10am » |
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How about a high powered spotting scope, or if ya really want to blow his mind.....some night vision equipment. Gen 4 night vision is something I KNOW he'd like. Kids would find it interesting too......animal movement at night....good stuff.
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« Reply #14 on: Nov 28th, 2005, 11:18am » |
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LMFAO gMike, I don't think he'd wear that. 
on Nov 28th, 2005, 11:10am, Racer1_NC wrote:
How about a high powered spotting scope, or if ya really want to blow his mind.....some night vision equipment. Gen 4 night vision is something I KNOW he'd like. |
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Ooooooooooo, more info. please!!! Like, what brand, what price ranges, etc. etc.
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« Reply #15 on: Nov 28th, 2005, 11:23am » |
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Re: Why does shopping for husbands have to be so h
« Reply #16 on: Nov 28th, 2005, 11:25am » |
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on Nov 28th, 2005, 8:18am, LeLimey wrote:Oh when you said shopping for husbands I got all excited... wondered if they did part exchange or new for old or anything.. oh well. Another lovely daydream shot to bits
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This was exactly my first thought as well. Oh we are going to have so much fun. 10 months...
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« Reply #17 on: Nov 28th, 2005, 11:31am » |
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on Nov 28th, 2005, 11:18am, Melissa wrote:LMFAO gMike, I don't think he'd wear that.
Ooooooooooo, more info. please!!! Like, what brand, what price ranges, etc. etc. |
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http://www.atncorp.com/
http://www.nightvisionweb.com/
http://www.nightvisionstore.com/
That will get you started......Google "night vision" for more. It's damn cool stuff.
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« Reply #18 on: Nov 28th, 2005, 11:40am » |
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Heh heh... Gen 4. That is military-speak for 'fuckin expensive'.
Here is the same monocular in gen 1 thru 4.
MO-41 Generation 1 $269
MO-42 Generation 2 $1145
MO-43 Generation 3 $2865
MO-43 Generation 3A $3265
MO-44 Generation 4 $5895
I am thinking about getting something Gen 1'ish. Do not need it bad enough to pay anything more.
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« Reply #19 on: Nov 28th, 2005, 12:34pm » |
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on Nov 28th, 2005, 11:40am, Rock_Lobster wrote:Heh heh... Gen 4. That is military-speak for 'fuckin expensive'.
and Bill-speak for F'ing GREAT.
Here is the same monocular in gen 1 thru 4.
MO-41 Generation 1 $269
MO-42 Generation 2 $1145
MO-43 Generation 3 $2865
MO-43 Generation 3A $3265
MO-44 Generation 4 $5895
I am thinking about getting something Gen 1'ish. Do not need it bad enough to pay anything more.
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Shop around....there are deals to be had. Go for at least a 2........you won't be sorry.
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« Reply #20 on: Nov 28th, 2005, 12:42pm » |
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I know... gen1 sucks... but I am just going to be watching deer and such off the back deck.
Know of a good G2 dealio?
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« Reply #21 on: Nov 28th, 2005, 12:50pm » |
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Mel how about a gift for both of you.I keep hearing "he likes to......but doesn't have enough time.check out this link and look for more.
http://www.lodging-wi.com/
Imagine......you and the hubby off on a long weekend out in the country long walks in the woods.tell him your scouting hunting sights (not) .nice long soak in a hot tub then a dinner (you didn't have to make ) hope fully near by some dancing or put some music on and.....well uh you know 
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on Nov 28th, 2005, 12:50pm, minnie wrote: Mel how about a gift for both of you.I keep hearing "he likes to......but doesn't have enough time.check out this link and look for more.
http://www.lodging-wi.com/
Imagine......you and the hubby off on a long weekend out in the country long walks in the woods.tell him your scouting hunting sights (not) .nice long soak in a hot tub then a dinner (you didn't have to make ) hope fully near by some dancing or put some music on and.....well uh you know
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Or even better a hunting trip for 2 without the luxuries?
Thats a typical Hen get for herself and make him act like he likes it while dreading the whole time.
By the way Im funnin ya so dont get your feathers ruffled to much. 
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« Reply #23 on: Nov 28th, 2005, 1:06pm » |
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Give us a $$$ range that you have in mind Mel.
Guys like stuff. Cheap stuff, like knives and tools. Middle stuff, like boom sticks.
Expensive stuff, like ATV's and dirt bikes.
Really expensive stuff, like Gen4 night vision.
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« Reply #24 on: Nov 28th, 2005, 1:11pm » |
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Oh Minnie, that sounds wonderful. I want to stay in Door County, but that stuff we do spontaneously in the spring. Awesome site though, I bookmarked it.
Goat, BTDT, lol.
Wrokk, since I already bought the chainsaw, I'm looking to spend about $100-$150 on one more larger ticket item. Those night things are cool, but too expensive. Maybe I'll be able to afford them in 10 years. Jesse's not a "stuff" kinda guy. He is VERY simple. He will wait a very long time to purchase things he wants. I don't know where the hell he gets the patience from, cause I sure as hell like stuff NOW, lol.
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