NEED SUGGESTIONS FOR MILITARY GRAD GIFT

[chief38]

One of my good friends has a Son graduating from Army Helicopter Repair School in Virginia next week and before he gets deployed to Hawaii they are throwing him a party when he is home on leave after the graduation. I would like to get him a nice gift but have no clue as to what to get him. He is just about to turn 22 years old and I am at a loss as to a gift.

Any suggestions on something he would be allowed to take with him would be great.

 

[Muley Gil]

A nice folding knife is always a good option.

 

[Kanewpadle]

Yes, a good folding knife. Oh and some sun screen too.

 

[Bugkiller99]

I got my son a custom Benchmade for his graduation from Army flight school.
Had his name one one side with a Chinook helicopter engraved on the other.

 

[345sire]

One of my good friends has a Son graduating from Army Helicopter Repair School in Virginia next week and before he gets deployed to Hawaii they are throwing him a party when he is home on leave after the graduation. I would like to get him a nice gift but have no clue as to what to get him. He is just about to turn 22 years old and I am at a loss as to a gift.

Any suggestions on something he would be allowed to take with him would be great.

A 3/8 ratchet, every mechanic uses one a lot, maybe a Snap-On ( I know they are overpriced, but this is a significant occasion) or other GOOD one. Stanley makes a nice good quality one too, with nice smooth chrome. Sears sells several versions, pick the nicest.
Have it engraved, perhaps with his name and the graduation date. Or something meaningful.
I think even the TSA will have a hard time refusing him bringing it on board a plane, unlike a knife.
BUT, I love the idea of the engraved knife as well. And that he can carry with him everywhere BUT on a plane, unlike the ratchet.

You're a good friend to your friend, btw!

 

[345sire]

I got my son a custom Benchmade for his graduation from Army flight school.
Had his name one one side with a Chinook helicopter engraved on the other.

OUTSTANDING gift there!

 

[nachogrande]

SOMETHING VINTAGE, & USED IN THE SERVICE.

A tool, zippo, knife, 1911. Or go practical with a coconut opener.

 

[Hunter8282]

Para Military™ 2 G-10 Black / Black Blade - Spyderco, Inc.

Carry one every day and LOVE IT. The Para 3 is also very nice with a slightly shorter blade.

 

[ColbyBruce]

A good quality multi-tool is very useful and a personal item that is generally permitted though it is a non-issue item.

 

[chief38]

Well these are all excellent ideas and I thank you all. The knife Bugkiller99 shows is perfect!! If he would be kind enough to let me know where he bought it, I would be very appreciative!! Thank you all guys!!

 

[Ozark Marine]

You guy's are lame.
A pocket knife???
A hotel room, quart of Jack and a very expensive overnight date.
Send him off happy.

 

[nachogrande]

HE'S A KID.

You guy's are lame.
A pocket knife???
A hotel room, quart of Jack and a very expensive overnight date.
Send him off happy.

If he hasn't/or can't find a date by now, WITHOUT paying for it, it's too late.

 

[Kanewpadle]

Well these are all excellent ideas and I thank you all. The knife Bugkiller99 shows is perfect!! If he would be kind enough to let me know where he bought it, I would be very appreciative!! Thank you all guys!!

You can order it straight from Benchmade. The Mini Griptilian would be a good choice and can be customized.

 

[JH1951]

A nice quality money clip...... with some folding money.
He will think of you often as he uses and carries the piece.

 

[nachogrande]

TODAYS KID IN TODAYS WORLD.

If I can stop retching for a moment, a new I-phone with all the bells & whistles. If this is what he would like, you have failed as a parent.

 

[Bugkiller99]

Well these are all excellent ideas and I thank you all. The knife Bugkiller99 shows is perfect!! If he would be kind enough to let me know where he bought it, I would be very appreciative!! Thank you all guys!!

Ordered directly from Benchmade’s website. Multitude of options. My son loves it, always on him.

 

[THE PILGRIM]

OK!
I was also thinking knife.
That’s apparently too bland for some folks.
And the Army is sending him to Hawaii?
I hate it when that happens!
So maybe a condolences card.
And don’t forget to put some money in the envelope.
Fun ain’t free in the Coconut Islands.

 

[URIT]

I like the knife idea the best and thought shooter sunglasses/safety glasses might also fit the bill. You really need eye protection in Hawaii and as a helo mechanic.

 

[Marshwheeling]

You can order it straight from Benchmade. The Mini Griptilian would be a good choice and can be customized.

+1 Mini Grip, or if he prefers an assisted knife, a Mini Barrage. (The one shown above looks like a full-sized Barrage).

 

[Bugkiller99]

+1 Mini Grip, or if he prefers an assisted knife, a Mini Barrage. (The one shown above looks like a full-sized Barrage).

Marshwhelling is correct. Full size Barrage.