So you know your friend, family member, or significant other likes guns.
But that’s about it…
Don’t worry!
We’ll help you choose the perfect gift for them…and at whatever budget you want to spend.
THE QUICK LIST
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Best Training Tool
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Best Pouch
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Save Your Fingers
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All-In-One Cleaning Kit
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Affordable EDC Knife
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EDC Flashlight
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How We Chose the Best Gifts for Gun Lovers
We polled our full-time writers and editors to see the gear and gun-themed products that they love.
We’ll focus on general gifts that any gun lover would want…not something that’s very subject to personal taste or type of gun.
We then broke it down into several price categories:
- $25 and Under
- $25-$50 Gifts
- $50-$100 Gifts
- $100+ Gifts
$25 and Under Gifts for Gun Lovers
Shooting Targets
If there’s one thing a gun lover can always use more of its ammo and shooting targets.
Since you might not know what caliber they are shooting (or if you do click here for ammo suggestions), you can’t go wrong with targets that easily show where you’ve shot them.
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Metal Ammo Cans
Everyone can use more ammo cans to hold small accessories and…ammo.
I like the size of the .50 Caliber ammo can but you can also opt for the smaller .30 Caliber cans too.
There are some genuine used ones out there but I’ve found those are a crapshoot…you might end up with a smelly rusty one.
Real Bullet Cufflinks
I gave bullet cufflinks to my groomsmen as part of their gift box. Guaranteed to get lots of remarks at the next social event.
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There are a couple of variations, but unless your gun lover has really large wrists, I will stay away from shotgun shell (12 gauge) cufflinks.
Cleaning Mat
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Does your special someone like to clean their guns?
TekMats lets them do it in style and protects surfaces from cleaning solutions and powder gunk.
There are different diagrams for specific guns so they get disassembly correct, or more generic ones if you don’t know what they are packing.
Fisher Space Pens
Oh man…I loved these when I was a kid. The claim to fame? You can write upside down with their nitrogen-pressured ink reservoir, which makes it ideal to write in space, upside down, or even in water.
And they are back with some nice gun-centric ones like the .338 Lapua that we had engraved with Pew Pew Tactical.
And, of course, more standard varieties…all around $25.
Magpul DAKA Pouches
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Magpul is the go-to company for gun magazines and accessories…
But they also have an awesome line of pouches called DAKA.
I have a bunch of them ranging from smaller see-through ones I use for small pieces in my range bag…
To larger ones I actually use to hold my Nintendo Switch.
Whatever size you’re looking for…there’s likely a DAKA pouch that will meet your needs. They are sleek and made out of a rubbery material that’s waterproof and water-repellant zippers.
Field Ethos Magazine Subscription
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Have a reader in your life? Why not give the gift of reading…by that, we mean a magazine subscription.
Field Ethos is offering a quarterly subscription to its print journal for only $15. Billed as a “premier lifestyle publication for the unapologetic man,” the journal offers engaging pics and stories. For less than $20, it’s a unique gift.
$25 – $50 Gifts for Gun Lovers
AR-15 Specific Cleaning Kit
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Another great option from GuardTech is their AR-15 centric kit that comes with a surprisingly nice brass cleaning rod and everything else you need to clean your AR (besides oil and cleaner).
MagLula Magazine Loader
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Ok…it doesn’t look like much…but the MagLula is one of the most precious things you can have in your range bag.
Loading pistol mags by hands suck.
This makes it so much faster and less painful.
Government List Shirt
Is your gun lover probably on some lists? Let them celebrate with this super popular tee from Tristar Trading.
Gun Wine Bottle Opener
Someone bought me this gun wine opener years ago and I’m still using it…always gets a laugh when I bust it out to open up a bottle. Great gift for $39.
All-in-One Cleaning Kit
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My go-to cleaning kit is from GuardTech. Suitable for a wide range of guns.
5.11 Tactical Fix It Gift Set
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If you’re looking for a decent stocking stuffer or a relatively inexpensive gift for the gun nerd in your life, 5.11 Tactical offers a nice little Fix It Gift Set.
This set costs under $50 and offers three tools that easily fit on a keychain: the Base 1SF Everyday Keychain Knife, the EDT Multitool, and the Hardpoint MK1 Carabiner.
$50 – $100 Gifts for Gun Lovers
Electronic Hearing Protection
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We here at Pew Pew Tactical created our own electronic hearing protection brand…ShellShock Protection.
And our best-selling electronic earmuff is the EXO Pro for $99. Built to sustain our many hours out on the range.
We modified it to include gel earcups as standard to make it super comfortable. It also has an LED indicator and a 28db SNR rating.
Everyday Carry Knife
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Everybody can use a handy knife…even if it’s to just slay some Amazon boxes.
And my go-to affordable option is the Kershaw Leek.
Super sharp, enough heft to feel quality, fast flip-out, and not the worst feeling in the world if you misplace it.
Tactical & EDC (Every Day Carry) Flashlight
We bought the most popular flashlights and subjected them to torture tests and daily use.
The Olight Baton 4 is a rechargeable tiny light that packs a big lumen punch. Now it comes with a recharging docking station.
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Rifle Sling
If your buddy has a rifle…go with what we use…a Pew Pew Tactical Edition Flatline Fiber Sling that does everything we think is needed.
Just the right amount of padding so it’s comfortable but not so thick it gets in the way. And a nice and slick length adjustment system.
Available in Multicam and Black Multicam.
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Gun Belt
You want a stiff gun belt that isn’t TOO stiff…and doesn’t give off “I Have a Gun” vibes. Having it quickly change sizes on the fly is just extra icing on the cake.
Enter my go-to concealed carry gun belt…the Kore Essentials.
Grab it at our merch store and use code PEWBELT10 for 10% off.
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Or do a little more research on it in our Kore Essentials Review.
Accurizing Torque Wrench
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If you know your buddy is more hands-on with his guns, this Wheeler torque wrench will enable them to mount scopes and other accessories at the correct poundage to maximize accuracy.
A must-have for any serious precision shooter or builder.
Shooting Gloves
It’s like giving cashmere-lined leather gloves for the holidays…except not.
My favorite pair is the 221B Recon Gloves since it is super thin, touch-screen enabled, and has a nice grippy texture.
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Check out more options in Best Shooting Gloves.
Everyday Carry Knife
Another knife!
Even if your buddy isn’t into the EDC scene…he’ll love this Delica 4 knife.
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Great blade and super easy to open with a flick of your fingers and wrist.
Take my word for it…5 years and still going strong. More choices in our Best EDC Knives article.
Can’t go wrong with a knife…what’s your take? Rate it below!
Medical Kit
Potentially save their life with this Mini IFAK (individual first aid kit) that has the important bits.
Gun Bag and Shooting Mat
The Savior Equipment bags are what I use to carry my long guns to the range.
They come in a variety of colors and styles, but my favorite is the Multicam Black Urban Warfare.
Be sure to use code “PEWPEW10” to get 10% off your order on their site.
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Check out other options in my Best Gun Cases article.
There are also other options, such as the Rifle Rack.
Multitool
Leatherman’s best-selling Wave Multitool is what I have in my range bag. Enough said.
Or check out the Skeletool for something lighter (and cooler looking).
See more in our Best Multitools article.
Laser Training
Want them to shoot better?
Get them a laser training cartridge (you’ll need to know their handgun caliber) so they can practice and know where they would be hitting.
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Then combo it with a Laser Target that reacts.
$100+ Gifts For Gun Lovers
Sig Sauer Romeo5
Looking for one of the best red dot under $200? That has to be the Sig Sauer Romeo5…and it’s much closer to $100.
40,000+ hours on one battery means you can leave it on a normal setting and then forget it…which is what we do.
Plus crisp glass and dot that bats way above its price range.
If your intended gift recipient has multiple guns…you can’t go wrong with this. See our full review.
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Combo Eyes & Ears
Back to what every person needs at the range…eye and ear protection.
ShellShock Protection’s overall best-seller are the combo kits…especially the Premium Eyes & Ears which pairs our EXO Pro electronic earmuffs with our Switch Ballistic Glasses that come with both smoke & clear lenses.
Great if your special someone shoots both indoors and out.
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Pistol Case
Great for protecting some handguns or suppressors. Your gun lover will find some use for it!
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Tactical Watches
The Suunto Core (Black on Black) came highly recommended and it’s what I’ve worn for the past five years.
I love the look and the measurements it can take (altimeter, barometer, compass, temperature). The downside is that the black on black can sometimes be hard to read and I’ve had to replace the battery every year.
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Or for something less tactical…the Casio PRW-3000.
Our Editor-in-Chief loves the Garmin Instinct 2S. It offers solar charging capabilities, health monitoring, and a slim profile that looks great on petite wrists.
She highly recommends it for the ladies who want to be sporty on the range but want a slim, lightweight watch.
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Check out the rest in our Best Tactical Watches.
Weapons Flashlight
The Streamlight TLR-1 HL is my go-to flashlight to put on my pistols.
Bright, robust, and with strobe capability. More choices in Best Pistol Lights.
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In-Ear Electronic Ear Protection
Don’t want to bother with earmuffs? Check out AXIL’s XCOR in-ear protection, which also lets you Bluetooth some tunes while at the range.
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More in our Best Shooting Ear Protection.
Pelican Hard Rifle Case
It would probably help to know if your buddy has a rifle and a crappier case.
But if they do…upgrade them!
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The Pelican 1700 is the gold standard for hard cases with pressure venting, pickable-foam to fit anything, and rolling wheels.
Lynx Defense Range Bags
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If you want a super high-quality bag that will last decades (and I mean decades), we recommend Lynx Defense. The Concord is their staple range bag and is very roomy. It can hold several pistols as well as extra gear like eyes, ears, and spare mags.
It’s also pricey, but our Editor-in-Chief has used her Lynx Defense bag for going on 10 years now and it looks brand new still.
For a smaller option, we recommend the Pistol Range Bag.
Gun Safe
My go-to safe for my home defense pistol used to be the Fort Knox FTK-PB…but recently, things have changed. Steelhead Fast Access Pistol Box has given Fort Knox a run for its money, and it’s become my go-to.
It brings a more modern look and feel but with the safety of the mechanical Simplex I love.
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Check out my full review here.
Or is your buddy super techy and would appreciate a biometric AND Bluetooth-enabled safe?
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See it in action:
Full review of the different versions here.
Or how about something tiny and portable? It’s what I use to store away my CCW every day…as well as my go-to travel safe. Enter the Vaultek LifePod.
Again I’m a sucker for camo versions. But it’s also awesome and roomy inside.
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Vertx Urban Ghost Backpack
New to this year’s Vertx lineup is a set of bags that look pretty enticing for the everyday concealed carrier.
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The Urban Ghost series, available in a 10L sling or 20L backpack, looks pretty incognito, but inside offers a variety of features that gun owners will love.
We particularly like the backpack, which has a hidden CCW compartment with Rapid Access pull tab and a ballistic panel compartment for some body armor.
I Have No Idea…I Need Gift Cards
Ok, no judgment. Sometimes it is best to let them choose their own gift. These are my go-to places for everything gun.
- Amazon (accessories)
- Brownells (tools + parts)
- Bud’s Gun Shop (guns, ammo, optics, etc.)
- Cabelas (clothing + ammo + other outdoors stuff)
- GrabAGun (guns, gear, accessories)
Final Thoughts
Did that help? What perfect gift did you end up getting the gun enthusiast in your life?
And if you need more inspiration (or have some idea of what guns or gear they have)…check out our Editor’s Picks or our suggestions for the Best Guns to Gift for Christmas!
Tell us all about what you got in the comments!
LATEST UPDATES
- November 2024: Added Garmin Instinct 2S, Steelhead Fast Access Pistol Box, Lynx Defense Concord and Pistol Range Bags, Vertx Urban Ghost, 5.11 Tactical Fix It Set, GrabAGun/Bud’s Gun Shop Gift Cards. Removed Fort Knox Safe.
- June 2024: Added and deleted several picks.
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We recently purchased 2 Garmin Instinct 2X Solar watches and absolutely love them due to their "torch-flashlight" feature. Traveling abroad, camping, etc. it's nice to have a flashlight on our wrist!
In Europe, I needed this feature to tell which was the toilet vs. the bidet in the middle of the night w/o waking-up my spouse...
They are really solid watches with a lot of cool features! Sounds like it came in clutch in Europe.
You forgot a really good gift Eric. One that, no matter the shooter's preferred platform, is something just about everyone can use.
That's a dedicated Range Bag. Cost wise, they start in the $25-$50 range and go up from there. Perfect for storing all the other accessories on your list.
Thanks for the list/recommendation. I thought about ordering a Vodavach AR15 loader. Went to the link and attempted to order the basic unit. Get told that they can't ship to my address. If I order 2 of them, however, miraculously the same address works ok. But I don't need 2 loaders. I wrote to Vodavach and no response. Has anyone else seen this issue?
Great suggestions, and I will be saving this until Christmas time to pass out, with a few ideas highlighted! However, there is one gift that most shooters would enjoy, and that is AMMO! You can't miss with a box or 2 of range ammo for your preferred caliber!
If you guys had a Pew Pew Tactical Flatline Sling in solid black, none of that multi-cam, I'd get a few for stocking stuffers.
The Orca Tactical Range Bag, I have one of those. It would make a nice addition for that gun person you are buying for.
The Wheeler FAT Wrench. I've got the digital display version. A kinda warning with this. The bits that come with it are good but eventually you will run into something that needs a bit that's not included. So if you get this for someone also think about extending their functionality with a Wheeler 55-Piece Hex/Torx Screwdriver Set so they will be ready for a little bit more of everything. Oh, a word about the Wheeler bits, especially the smaller torx - they are made in such a way as to snap off and break if you exceed their torque level - I recently found this out in a phone call with Wheeler over a TT-10 bit that snapped of at 23 ft/lbs.
MagLula Magazine Loader - yep, you wanna get one of these for that mag fed handgun gun person.
Great list. I got the Uplula mag loader for my son for Christmas.
Nice list! I may have to get that coffee cup! :-) But so you know, if you didn't already, Maglula doesn't ship or sell to Amazon. Many, if not most (all?), of the Maglula auto-loaders on Amazon (and other discount houses) are cheap Chinese counterfeit. Not only do they represent intellectual property theft from a really cool company they are also poorly machined. The Maglula website has a list of companies they do direct business with.
Thanks for the heads up on the potential "scam" with Amazon selling bogus Maglula loaders. I don't do any shopping on Amazon anymore. I've had my credit card info stolen twice now thru Amazon. They send an apology notice but that doesn't help clean up the mess you are left with after you have been compromised. Plenty of other sellers out there that appreciate my business.
Same thing happened to me. Thete's stuff I buy though, that Amazon's the best place to get it from. So instead of using my regular card, I bought one of those Loadable Debit Cards. I use it now for all online purchases. I keep $20 on it, so it's not inactivated if too much time passes between uses.
My nephew's a CPA, and he recommended trying that instead. So far, it's worked fine and I haven't had a hack of it yet, and it's been about 5 years since I started purchasing this way.
Pretty great list, but I would have to pass on the AR BALLS! They would have a negative impact on your shot if they started swing! I hate it when that happens! Yes to the rest!
You have supplied a great list. Possibly add some specialty ammo?
Have you all ever done a review on a GLOCK 34? If so could you republish it, if not would you be so kind as to perform a review for us all? Thanks
I just read (below) that I had responded 11 months ago suggesting "Sportsman's Guide" for targets. Things sure have changed with their offers this past year. Not so many free S/H opportunities and now they don't offer free S/H on optics or ammo. #1 reason I was a member, since 2013, was for the free S/H on ammo purchases over $25 or $49. One of the few places I could find Geco 55gr. 5,56 ammo in bulk besides SGAmmo. This year I discovered "Swab-It" foam cleaning swabs and bore cleaners (threaded plastic jag with foam covering all but the threads). Midway USA and Brownell's offers a variety and so does my local gun shop. I ordered a bunch of different caliber sizes (come in 5, 6 or 24, 36 packs) along with their AR chamber/M4 ramp cleaning swab. That and the (new to me) "Otis" pull rope, which allows attachment of a bronze brush, bore mop or the caliber specific Swab-It to pull thru the bore from the breach end. That will come in handy when cleaning the barrel of my single shot Henry .223 I purchased earlier this fall. I'm always looking for a better, more efficient way, to clean my firearms. Always nice to see the new products that come out and which ones can make your shooting experience more fun, safe or efficient.
Optics Planet has become my go-to for Firearm accessories. You can always find a coupon code for X% off, or free shipping. What's more is you can use your Amazon account for payment, so Amazon gift cards can be used as well.
Cool, didn't know about the Amazon account for payment!
Another interesting & informative article. I'd suggest "Sportsman's Guide" for "Shoot-N-See" targets and ammo cans. They have the best pricing anywhere and frequently offer free S/H. There's a (optional) yearly membership fee of $39.99. They give you back $20 in coupons after joining. Been a member since 2013. I've saved hundreds of dollars a year on their lower (membership) prices plus free S/H. Example: $13.49 (on sale from $17.49) for qty. 100 6" dia. "Shoot-n-See" targets or qty. 50 8" dia. or qty. 25 12" dia. targets. They're ammo prices are hard to beat too.
Thanks Jeff! I used them for a while but had a very poor experience with a recent FFL buy so I've stopped.
Did they handle something poorly? I l've used them almost exclusively for the last two years. I've never had any issues, but I'd like to know if there's anything I should be wary of.
I just also want to thank you and the other writers for the wonderful articles! This blog was the perfect intro to the world of guns and shooting, especially for someone who grew up in NYC. Keep up the great work!
You're so welcome, James!
"EDC scene"? Lol
2 guns, 3 lights, 3 knives MINIMUM /s
On person?
I don't carry 2 guns, 3 lights, and 3 knives simultaneously, but I do have more than that in my EDC kit. I can adapt my kit for my needs for the day. Firearms (and their accessories) are tools. Different tools are needed for different tasks.
Lol, sorry guys I forgot to put my sarcasm /s indicator! Poking fun at all the pocket dumps of so much stuff. Joe's got it right, though!
Eric, I love your blog and your posts. Great work. I read every one of them.
For some reason, the product photos are not loading on this post when I view it on my iPhone. Just thought you might like to know. It renders just fine on my desktop using Safari. This has happened on others posts as well.
You do a GREAT job!
David
Hey David, thanks! You'll need to refresh or clear your cache. We're switching servers to get ready for a new site redesign that will come out in ~2 weeks and there's been some weird stuff going on with images disappearing.
Great list buddy.
Thanks Ben!
Merry Christmas Eric.