10 Unique Military Gifts That Your Loved Ones Will Love
With the holiday season quickly approaching, it’s time to start looking at gift-giving options for your loved ones. Military members and their families can seem tough to buy for, but we’ve got an insider’s look at what they love to receive during the holidays.
Our military gift guide for 2022, sponsored by Danbury Mint, has it all. Discover some of the best gifting options for this holiday season, from gifts for children to unique items for veterans and deployed loved ones.
You’ll find many personalized military gifts that encompass all six branches of the military (Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, and Space Force) as well as their reserve components (National Guard and Air National Guard).
You’ll find practical and sentimental gifts as well as gifts to recognize their service. Their service and sacrifice are priceless, and any gifts are a perfect way to honor and commemorate what they gave to their country.
As distinguished as the Sailor who wears it.
Crafted of durable stainless steel and coated in sleek black ion-plating, the U.S. Navy Distinction ring is daring and bold — a powerful statement of your values and a wearable reminder of the service you gave to your country. It features the U.S. Navy emblem in gold ion-plating, set into a frame of four genuine, sparkling diamonds. As an added personalized touch, your name is engraved on the inside of the band.
Celebrate your service in the world’s greatest navy…
- Officially licensed by the U.S. Navy, this classic bomber-style jacket has a fitted waistband and cuffs for maximum protection against the cold.
- Constructed of lightweight, weather-resistant nylon and soft fleece, this reversible jacket will bring you warmth and comfort every day!
- Personalized with YOUR name to honor your service!
- The black fleece side features an embroidered U.S. Navy symbol emblazoned just above your heart and the American flag on one sleeve.
- The fleece reverses to reveal the blue nylon jacket emblazoned with the words United States Navy in bold, gold letters and accented by the camouflage border along the arms, collar, pockets, and hem.
Honor your distinguished service in the greatest armed forces in the world with a tactical fleece jacket.
- Personalized with your name to honor your service.
- Features three zippered pockets, perfect for securely storing your cell phone, keys, and wallet or for keeping your hands warm.
- Crafted of high-quality, mid-weight fleece, known for its warmth, wind resistance and anti-pilling qualities.
A sleek timepiece to honor your special year.
Personalized Birth Year Commemorative Watch is a sleek masterpiece, featuring a stainless steel case embellished with gold ion-plating, and a reliable quartz movement to ensure the timepiece’s accuracy. The octagonal bezel of the watch will be personalized with your initials and an important year of your choosing. This is a truly classic timepiece you can depend on, ready to go with you around the world, or just a walk down memory lane.
Personalized FREE with your name!
Honor the commitment to serve with a proudly inscribed gold ion-plated men’s ring, set with 12 striking diamonds and the inspiring phrase “Valor and Glory.” As the perfect finishing touch, your name is engraved inside the ring at no additional charge.
Add a personal touch to your entertaining with a custom-etched decanter set.
This stately antique style set comes with a decanter and two matching lowball glasses.
Store and protect your prized possessions with U.S. Navy pride!
- Keeps your valuables safe and organized with felt-lined interior compartments and a spacious drawer.
- Features rich mahogany finish and gold-tone hardware.
- The top of the valet box proudly displays the official U.S. Navy insignia.
- Your name is handsomely engraved on the front of the box to honor your service.
- Opens to reveal the Sailor’s Creed etched on a plaque under the lid.
Personalized to commemorate your service!
Your years of dedication and sacrifice in service of the United States Navy have made you who you are today. You know when it’s time to work hard, and you know when it’s time to be at ease. Now, spend your downtime in style with the Men’s U.S. Navy Lounge Hoodie, the ultimate oversized hoodie perfect for any day of the week!
Engraved in with your initials!
America is the greatest country on Earth, and that’s not a title that came easily. It was earned through the hard work of those who built it, and by the bravery of the people who defend it. Now there’s a bold new collector’s knife designed to pay tribute to our proud nation — the Land of the Free Pocket Knife.
This rugged stainless steel knife is a must-have for any true patriot. Engraved on its handle is a striking American flag image as well as the inspiring phrase, “Land of the Free Because of the Brave.” What’s more, for a personal touch, your initials are inscribed on the blade. Each knife will arrive in a handsome wooden presentation box, featuring the same patriotic sentiment underneath the lid.
Carry your pride with you, no matter where you go, with this durable duffel bag!
The U.S. Air Force™ logo and your name are proudly emblazoned over camouflage print to commemorate your service to our country. This duffel bag features three exterior pockets to help you stay organized, along with a removable shoulder strap and Bombay-style top handle so that you can wear it over your shoulder or carry it like a briefcase. Constructed of heavy-duty, water-resistant canvas with faux-leather accents, this duffel is perfect for the gym or a weekend trip.
Gift-giving is a beautiful way to show your gratitude and appreciation. This guide of unique military gifts is a wonderful place to start. What are your favorite gifts to give military family and friends?
I know who exactly to send this list to! A good friend married into a military family and she will love these ideas.
I love your list! I have a military guy and I need a few more things for him. I will check out these stores for sure.
I have two sons in the Navy. These are great gift suggestions.
I really love all these ideas. These are so amazing. The Navy ring is probably my favorite.
Wow! These are all really great gift iseas! I think the pocket knife would be so perfect!
These sound like great gifts for those in the military. I think many would get use out of the decanter. That is a really lovely gift and personalisation makes it even better.
These are wonderful gifts for someone in the military. I know a few people who would love these.
I don’t know anyone currently in the military. But if I did I like the military jacket or ring.
Wow! Those are really a great gifts! I love those rings and watch!
I agree with you. Finding the perfect gift for them is a challenge. Love the idea of getting my brother a personalized patriotic decanter set. I think he will like this. Thank you for sharing these gift ideas.
My Dad would have loved a few of these being retired Air Force. They are beautiful items.
My grandfather and father are both Navy Veterans (Master chief and Corpsman). I love these perfect gift ideas!
These look like they would be great gifts , especially a personalized valet box if they have a lot of memorabilia they’d like to hold on to and keep somewhere safe.
LOVE this list and you have helped me to find a gift for my Dad. He is retired MIT fro the Navy and will love all of these!
I love the rings and the valet box. They look like such nice quality gifts.
The bomber jacket looks so warm and cozy. Would be a perfect gift. Thanks for sharing!
Aw, these are all so sweet and thoughtful. Lovely post!
These are great gifts. I have 2 sons in the Navy to shop for.
My dad is a veteran and also in the Navy! I think he might like one of the jackets. .
Wow! What a really great gift ideas you have here! My dad would love this for sure!
What a great list of beautiful gift ideas for someone in the military. I really love that fleece top.
Such wonderful gift ideas for the veteran and military family! Love these~
The jackets look so smart and the commemorative items are pretty!
Those would be great gifts to give for sure. My husband and son would like that pocket knife.
My father retired Air Force after 20 years. I see a few of these that he probably would have loved.
These are absolutely lovely. As the wife of a retired airman, I really appreciate these, especially the valet box and decanter.
These are great ideas for those who have been in the military. Definitely some wonderfully meaningful items.
These are such a wonderful gifts for men! The jacket looks so good!