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You found the gift. Now the box on the page says “enter your engraving text,” and your mind goes blank. It happens to almost everyone.

The best engravings are short. A name, a date or a few words reads clearly and still means something years later. Here are 40 ideas to get you started, sorted by who the gift is for.

For Dad

• Best Dad Ever
• Dad, Est. 2015 (the year he became a dad)
• Love You, Dad
• Papa
• World's Okayest Dad
• Thanks for Everything, Dad

For a Husband or Boyfriend

• His name and your anniversary date
• Always
• My Favorite
• Still the One
• Your initials together
• The coordinates of where you met

For Groomsmen

• Groomsman
• Best Man
• Father of the Bride
• Father of the Groom
• His name and the wedding date
• His nickname

For a Veteran or Service Member

• His rank and last name
• His unit
• His years of service
• His call sign
• Welcome Home
• Thank You for Your Service

For a Retirement

• His name and years of service
• Retired, with the date
• Well Earned
• Officially Off Duty
• His badge number
• From the team, with the department or company name

For a Graduate or a Promotion

• Class of 2027
• His new title
• His name and degree
• Congratulations, with the date
• Earned, Not Given

For Any Occasion

• His initials
• His last name
• A date that matters to him
• His favorite saying
• Cheers

Tips for a Clean Engraving

• Shorter text engraves larger and is easier to read.
• Double check spelling, dates and capital letters before you order. We engrave exactly what you enter.
• Smaller items, like keychain bottle openers and pens, have less room. Keep those to a name or a few words.

Gifts You Can Engrave

Popular engraved gifts include the personalized 50 caliber bottle opener, bullet pens, The Combat Tankard and rank whiskey glasses. See them all in personalized gifts.

Shopping by occasion? See our retirement gifts for men and gifts for veterans.

If he likes whiskey, he probably already has a bottle he likes better than the one you would pick. So skip the bottle and give him something to pour it into. Good glassware gets used every week, and it lasts a lot longer than a fifth of bourbon.

A Decanter Set

A whiskey decanter set is the classic whiskey gift. Ours come with a decanter and four matching glasses in a gift box. Designs include We The People, the Constitution, the Declaration of Independence and Thin Blue Line.

The AR-15 Whiskey Decanter

The AR-15 glass decanter holds 28 ounces and sits on a real wood display rack with four 2nd Amendment whiskey glasses. It is the gift for the man who likes his whiskey and his rifles.

For the Bourbon Drinker

The Kentucky Bourbon Trail decanter set is engraved with a map of the trail. It is a good pick for anyone who has made the trip or plans to.

Engraved Rocks Glasses

Our engraved whiskey glasses are made in the USA. A rocks glass has room for a large ice cube and works for whiskey neat, on the rocks or in an Old Fashioned. Buy two so he has one for a guest.

For the Yellowstone Fan

The Yellowstone Dutton Ranch whiskey glass is one of our most popular glasses. See the full Yellowstone collection for the matching decanter set.

A Decanter on Its Own

If he already has glasses he loves, a single decanter finishes the bar.

Care Tips to Pass Along

• Hand wash engraved glasses and decanters.
• Dry the decanter upside down before refilling it.

See all of our picks in whiskey gifts for men.

A retirement gift should mark the years he put in. The best ones carry a name, a date or the emblem of the job he is leaving, and they are useful enough to stay out on a shelf, a desk or a bar instead of going into a drawer.

Here are retirement gift ideas for men, sorted by who is retiring.

For a Police Officer

Our Thin Blue Line gifts include whiskey glasses, a decanter set, shot glasses and a Thin Blue Line bullet pen. The Police Officer Oath of Honor whiskey glass is a thoughtful pick for an officer finishing a long career.

For a Firefighter

See our Thin Red Line gifts, including the Thin Red Line whiskey glass and 12 gauge shot glasses.

For a Service Member

Our military retirement gifts include officially licensed rank whiskey glasses, bullet pens, 50 caliber bottle openers and decanter sets. Engraving his final rank makes it personal.

For a Coworker or Boss

Not every retirement comes with a uniform. These work for anyone:

• A personalized 50 caliber bottle opener engraved with his name and retirement date
• A bullet pen in a rifle case gift box
• A whiskey decanter set with four matching glasses
• The AR-15 whiskey decanter for the retiree who shoots or hunts

What to Engrave

Short is best. Good options are his name and years of service, his rank or title, a retirement date, or a short line from the team.

Buying as a Group

If the whole office or unit is chipping in, a decanter set or the AR-15 decanter makes a strong group gift. For larger orders with a company logo, see corporate gifts.

Browse all of our picks in retirement gifts for men.

A good gift for a veteran does two things. It gets used, and it says something about the service behind it. A branch, a rank, a unit or a set of dates turns an ordinary gift into one he keeps on his desk or his bar for good.

Here are the gifts our customers buy most often for the veterans in their lives, and how to pick the right one.

Start With What You Know

You do not need his whole service record. Branch of service is enough for most gifts. If you also know his rank when he got out, or the years he served, you can personalize it further.

Engraved Rank Whiskey Glasses

Our military whiskey glasses are officially licensed and can be engraved with his rank. The glasses are made in the USA. A pair makes a simple, personal gift, and a set of four works for the veteran who likes to host.

Bullet Pens

Military bullet pens are made from real brass casings and come in a rifle case style gift box. They are easy to mail and a good fit for a desk at work or at home.

50 Caliber Bottle Openers

Our military bottle openers are made from real once-fired 50 caliber casings. The personalized 50 cal opener can be engraved with a name, a unit or dates of service.

The Combat Tankard

The Combat Tankard is a 16 ounce aluminum mug with Picatinny rails and a real M4/A4 carry handle. Anyone who carried a rifle with that handle will recognize it right away.

Decanter Sets

For a retirement or a milestone birthday, a whiskey decanter set with four matching glasses is a gift he will display. Army and Navy designs are available.

When to Give It

• Veterans Day
• Retirement or a promotion
• Birthdays, Father's Day and Christmas
• The anniversary of his enlistment or commissioning

A portion of our profits supports veteran-focused charities. See all of our picks in gifts for veterans, or shop every branch in military gifts.

Buying a Christmas gift for a gun lover is harder than it looks. He already owns the gear he wants, he is picky about anything that goes on a rifle, and ammo does not wrap well. The trick is to give him something that shows you know what he is into, without trying to guess his next purchase.

Here are nine gifts that fit, from stocking stuffers to the one he will show everybody.

1. The AR-15 Whiskey Decanter Set

The AR-15 glass decanter is the showpiece. A glass decanter shaped like an AR-15 sits on a real wood rack with four 2nd Amendment whiskey glasses. It holds 28 ounces, so a full bottle fits.

2. The Combat Tankard

The Combat Tankard is a 16 ounce mug machined from solid aluminum with three Picatinny rails and a real M4/A4 carry handle. It works for beer or coffee, and it can be engraved.

3. A .308 Bullet Pen

Our .308 bullet pen is made from a real once-fired casing and comes in a miniature rifle case gift box. Add engraving for a name or date.

4. A Personalized 50 Cal Bottle Opener

The engraved 50 caliber bottle opener is made in the USA from a real once-fired 50 BMG casing and laser engraved with your text.

5. 12 Gauge Shot Glasses

12 gauge shot glasses look like shotgun shells and come in a set of four. Each holds 2 ounces.

6. 2nd Amendment 50 Caliber Shot Glasses

These 50 caliber shot glasses are shaped like a 50 cal casing and engraved with the words of the 2nd Amendment. They come in a set of two.

7. A .308 Keychain Bottle Opener

The .308 keychain bottle opener is a great stocking stuffer. The opener and casing are made in the USA, and the key ring is imported.

8. A 2nd Amendment Whiskey Glass

Our engraved whiskey glasses are made in the USA. The 2nd Amendment and Don't Tread On Me designs are favorites with gun owners.

9. A Decanter Set for the Home Bar

A whiskey decanter set with four matching glasses arrives in a gift box and is ready to put under the tree.

A Few Tips Before You Order

• Engraved gifts take extra time to make, so order early.
• Keep engraving short. A name, a date or a few words reads best.
• Shipping is $9, and orders over $75 ship free.

See everything in one place in our gifts for gun lovers collection, or browse Christmas gift ideas.

Whether they served four years or thirty, Navy veterans carry a lot of pride in their service. A good gift should honor that pride and be something they enjoy using. Here are our favorite gifts for Navy veterans and Navy retirees, all officially licensed by the U.S. Navy.

1. A Navy Rank Whiskey Glass

The U.S. Navy rank whiskey glass is laser engraved to order with the rank they earned on Made in USA glassware. It is one of our most popular Navy retirement and promotion gifts.

2. A Navy Seal Rocks Glass

For a classic look, the U.S. Navy engraved whiskey glass is a 10 oz rocks glass laser engraved with the Navy seal on Made in USA glassware.

3. A Navy Whiskey Decanter Set

The U.S. Navy whiskey decanter set includes a decanter and four matching glasses in a premium gift box. It is a great gift from a family or a whole crew.

4. A Navy Bullet Pen or Bottle Opener

Our U.S. Navy 50 caliber bullet pen is made from a real once-fired 50 cal casing, and the U.S. Navy 50 cal bullet bottle opener is engraved and packed in a rifle-case gift box. Both are gifts they will use every day.

5. Navy Shot Glasses and Coffee Mugs

For something fun, the U.S. Navy gold 50 cal shot glasses are shaped like 50 caliber brass casings. For the morning coffee, the U.S. Navy coffee mug is a handmade 16 oz ceramic mug with the Navy logo.

Tips for Choosing a Gift for a Navy Veteran

• Add their rank. A rank glass is personal and shows you know what they earned.
• Look for the official license. Officially licensed products carry the real Navy marks.
• Order early for holidays. Engraved items take a few extra days to make.

Shop all of our U.S. Navy gifts and memorabilia or browse every branch in our military gifts collection. As an officially licensed partner, a portion of proceeds from our Navy products supports the Navy Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) program.

Buying for a veteran from another branch, or for a retirement? See our gifts for veterans and retirement gifts for men.

Finding groomsmen gifts that are not just another flask can be tough. If your crew likes the range, the outdoors or a good cold one, these groomsmen gift ideas made from real bullet casings and quality glassware will actually get used after the wedding.

1. The Groomsmen 50 Cal Bottle Opener in a Rifle Case

Our groomsmen 50 cal bottle opener is a black 50 caliber bullet bottle opener stamped with a tuxedo design and packed in a rifle-case style gift box with working clasps. Hand one to each guy when you ask him to stand with you and it doubles as a groomsmen proposal gift.

2. Engraved Bullet Bottle Openers for the Whole Wedding Party

We make 50 cal bullet bottle openers engraved with Groomsman, Best Man, Father of the Bride and Father of the Groom. Want names or the wedding date instead? Go with the personalized 50 cal bottle opener.

3. Personalized Groomsmen Whiskey Glasses

Our personalized groomsmen whiskey glasses are 10 oz rocks glasses with a thick base, engraved with each name and packed in a gift box. Perfect for the toast before the ceremony.

4. Shot Glasses for the Bachelor Party

Kick off the bachelor party with groomsmen tuxedo shotgun shell shot glasses, a set of four shot glasses shaped like 12 gauge shells, or the groomsmen 50 caliber shot glasses shaped like 50 cal casings.

5. Bullet Pens and Keychains

For the groomsman who has everything, a personalized bullet pen made from real .308 brass casings or a .308 bullet keychain bottle opener is a gift he will carry every day.

Tips for Ordering Groomsmen Gifts

• Match the gift to the crew. Bottle openers and shot glasses for the party guys, pens and glasses for the dads.
• Personalize for a keepsake. Names, initials or the wedding date make it personal.
• Leave time for engraving. Personalized items take a few extra days, so order well before the big day.

See every option in our groomsmen gifts collection, or browse more gifts for gun lovers.

Retirement from the U.S. Army marks the end of years, sometimes decades, of service. The right gift should honor that service and still be something they use. Here are the Army retirement gift ideas our customers choose most, from personal keepsakes to a centerpiece for the home bar.

1. A Rank Whiskey Glass Engraved With the Rank They Earned

Our most popular Army retirement gift is the U.S. Army rank whiskey glass. Each glass is laser engraved to order with the rank they retired at, on Made in USA glassware. It is officially licensed by the U.S. Army, and it is the kind of gift that sits on a shelf as a reminder and gets used for every toast that follows.

2. An Army Whiskey Decanter Set for the Big Send-Off

For a retirement ceremony or a gift from the whole unit, the U.S. Army whiskey decanter set makes a statement. It includes a decanter and four matching glasses in a premium gift box, so it is ready to present.

3. A Bullet Pen Made From Real Brass Casings

A pen is a gift they will reach for every day. Our U.S. Army 50 caliber bullet pen is made from a real once-fired 50 cal casing, engraved with the Army emblem, and comes in a rifle-case style gift box. Prefer something slimmer? The Army .308 bullet pens come in polished brass, matte black, olive drab and desert tan.

4. A 50 Cal Bullet Bottle Opener

The U.S. Army 50 caliber bullet bottle opener is made from a real 50 cal casing, laser engraved, and packed in a rifle-case gift box. It is a fun, practical gift for the retirement party itself.

5. Small Gifts That Go Everywhere

If you are buying for a group or want a stocking stuffer, the U.S. Army .308 keychain bottle opener clips onto their keys and goes everywhere. The Army Veteran whiskey glass and the Army Veteran hitch cover let them show their service with pride.

Tips for Choosing an Army Retirement Gift

• Personalize it. A rank, a name or years of service turns a nice gift into a keepsake.
• Think about how they will use it. Barware, pens and bottle openers get used long after the party.
• Order early. Engraved and made-to-order items need a few extra days before they ship.

Shop all of our officially licensed U.S. Army gifts or browse every branch in our military gifts collection. As an officially licensed partner, a portion of proceeds from our Army products supports the Army Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) program.

Want more ideas? See our retirement gifts for men and gifts for veterans.