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10 must-have tactical gifts for Father’s Day

It’s finally heating up, which means two things: one, Father’s Day is approaching, and two, it’s time to get outdoors. Is the man on your list not quite the tie and cufflink type? Perfect, ‘cause neither are we. Get him what he really wants this Father’s Day.

Some of our favorite TacticaList contributors compiled the following list of the best gifts to get (and give) this year for Father’s Day. Check them out!

1. The Tactical Chef Apron

Price: $29.99

Is the dad on your list the ultimate grill master? Treat him like one with the Tactical chef apron. The cotton, machine washable apron includes a real MOLLE system to hold every grilling gadget you could think of, plus 5 pouches, and removable back and front Velcro patches.

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2. The 5.11 Tactical TMT PLx Penlight

Price: $29.99

The 5.11 TMT PLx Penlight is designed to provide full-sized tactical lighting in the palm of your hand. Powered by two AAA batteries, the TMT PLx casts a cone of light 40 meters long and offers four hours of runtime on a single charge.

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3. Crucial multi-tool

Price: $50.00

The Crucial by Gerber is a rugged stainless steel multi-tool that features V-cut wire cutters, a Philips screwdriver, a half-fine, half-serrated blade, a strap cutter, and a flat head screw driver. The handles are ergonomically curved for a better grip and more torque, and it weighs just five ounces.

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4. Work boots

Price: $49.00 - 229.00

From Timberland to Converse to Reebok and Georgia, all the top brand boots are on sale at WorkBootsUSA for Father’s Day, plus free shipping! (Pictured is the Wolverine Amphibian CarbonMAX SafetyTow GORETEX Waterproof 6” Boot, on sale for $105.00)

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5. Stack-On 8 gun security cabinet

Price: $164.99

Southern Police Equipment’s Stack-On 8 gun heavy gauge steel cabinet features a removable top shelf, a foam-padded bottom, 2 adjustable bins, and fits up to eight rifles or shotguns up to 54” tall. It’s on sale for 164.99.

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6. 5.11 Tactical Range Qualifier Bag

Price: $67.99

5.11’s qualifier bag is made of durable, abrasion-resistant nylon, featuring seven zip compartments, an integrated pistol rug, and removable ammo tote, plus built-in magazine pockets in the front panel. Everything in stores and online at 5.11 Tactical is 15% off for Father’s Day.

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7. SpeedTech Lights Gift Card

Price: $25.00 +

Don’t know what to get dad? Let him to do the shopping with a gift card to SpeedTech Lights. From flashlights to light bars to speakers, there’s something for every tactical man on your list. Use promo code STLFATHERSDAY at checkout for 15% off gift cards.
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8. The Sig Sauer Action Enhancement Package & Short Reset Trigger Package

Price: $134.95, $59.95

Save $45 when dad sends his Sig Sauer off to the factory gunsmiths for a polish to lighten and smooth both double and single-action trigger pulls without voiding the factory warranty. With the purchase of the enhancement package, the short trigger reset package is only $59.95 (normally $99.95).

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9. Polar V800 training watch

Price: $519.95

If the father on your list is an athlete, the Polar V800 is a must. The GPS signal is reliable for those off-the-grid runners, plus a unique “Back to Start” feature guides the user to the most efficient route to return to their trail. It’s water resistant to 30m and can accurately measure heart rate while swimming, making it ideal for the triathlete on your list.

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10. Ultra Crimson Carry II

Price: $1,206.00

Looking to go big this Father’s Day? The Ultra Crimson Carry II pistol comes highly recommended from retired military small arms trainer and former police officer Lindsey Bertomen. The .45 caliber is just 6.8” long and 25 ounces, making it the ideal pistol for concealed or back-up carry.

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Loraine Burger writes and edits news articles, product articles, columns, and case studies about public safety, community relations, and law enforcement for Police1. Loraine has developed relationships with law enforcement officers nationwide at agencies large and small to better understand the issues affecting police, whether on the street, at the office or at home.

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