Twelve products to make home life a bit more comfortable—and exciting.
Fiskars Machete Axe ($55)

With the versatility of a machete and the chopping power of an axe, for spicing up a little weekend yardwork. The rust-resistant steel blade will hold its edge for years, whilethe soft handle offers a solid grip.
The Balvenie Caribbean Cask Scotch ($67)

Save this for special occasions. A honeyed character blends with toffee and fruit,and the finishlingers well after the first sip.
Teroforma Whisky Stones ($14)

In order to not water down yourBalvenie, stonesinstead of ice cubes. Made from polished soapstone, just stick them in the freezer for a few hours for a chilled evening drink.
In Patagonia Book ($12)

Published in 1977, this is one of the of travel writing ever produced. It’ll make you and dad want to book a ticket to South America, stat.
Traeger Pro Series 34 Grill ($1,000)

With a massive 884 square inches of grilling space, the cooks enough meat to feed a small army. A precision thermostat keeps temperatureswithin a 15-degree range, while rugged all-terrain wheels let you drag it over just about anything.
Huckberry Moscow Mule Mugs ($40)

Fill these 18-ounce with ginger ale, vodka (we like ), ice, and a wedge of lime—and you have the perfect weekend drink.
Satechi Aluminum Lightning Charging Stand ($25)

Compatible with all iPhones from the 5 forward, this simple,elegant aluminum is the easiest way to de-clutter abedside table or kitchen counter.
Fluence Fi70 Three-Way Wireless High Fidelity Music System ($500)

With most speakers these days, you’ve got two options: quality sound or lack of wires. The thankfully has both, with wireless, concert-hall-level production from two eight-inch subwoofers, two five-inch drivers, and Neodymium tweeters. Bonus: It comes in three different types of wood.
Withings Aura Connected Alarm Clock ($190)

This willmake dad sleep a bitbetter. At night, a progressive red light sequence and soft sounds lullhim to sleep, while inthe morning, blue light gently pulls him awake. It also doubles as a smartphone charger.
Finex 10-Inch Cast Iron Skillet with Lid ($200)

Thedetails make better than the rest. The coiled stainless steel grip prevents singed hands, the octagonal shape makes pouring easy, and the ultra-polished surface ensures that pancakes never stick to the bottom.
Stahl Firepit ($950)

Sure, you candig a hole in the backyard and line it with rocks. Or you can. Built from A36 steel, it develops a unique patina over time and slides together more easily than anything from Ikea. At less than three square feet, it’s also easy to move.