Father's Day is around the corner!  Need some last-minute inspiration for gifts?  Rhuckus has you covered.  

Read on to discover the perfect gift!

5+ Unique Vintage (and Vintage-Inspired) Father's Day Gift Ideas

1) Flowers

According to the Society of America Florists, 60% of men would love to be gifted fresh flowers. Yet a mere 12% of men ever receive flowers in their lifetime, a statistic found by Interflora.

AND!  Flowers are good for our mental health and connectedness!  Science says so.

4 ways to gift flowers 

1. Free!  Spend a few hours with your Dad volunteering for Seed Your Future,
2. $  Press a flower and (optional $$) gift it in this lovely frame
3. $-$$ Buy some flowers from your local florist and/or some excellent-quality gardening gear
4. $$ Get dad some sustainably-manufactured vintage botanical-inspired t-shirts for Father's Day - because real men like flowers!  See our matching kids & dad's tees!

 

2) Vintage Vinyl

Gift your dad a vintage record from a milestone year - when he was born, or graduated high school or college, or more.  Music takes us back to the time we first heard it, and who doesn’t love a vintage bop?  

Or if he's already got the vinyl of his dreams, how about a great display or wall-mount for that amazing graphic cover?

4 ways to gift vintage vinyl

1. Free! Find a song or artist he loves, and play him some songs on youtube
2. $ Buy a vintage record for it’s decorative cover (optionally, you can also buy a frame for it!)
3. $$ Buy a good-quality rare or first-pressing vintage vinyl record he’ll enjoy, like John Coltrane's "First Meditations"
4. $$$ For the music-loving dad, a vintage record player can be a great way to revive his favorite tunes from yesteryears. Pair it with a selection of vinyl records featuring his all-time favorite artists for a gift that resonates with his soul.

3) Vintage & Antique Books, Magazines, and more

Elevate his home bar with antique barware pieces such as ornate decanters, vintage cocktail shakers, or elegant crystal glassware. These timeless pieces not only add a touch of sophistication to his gatherings but also serve as conversation starters with a touch of old-world charm.

3 ways to gift vintage & antique books

1. Free! Project Gutenberg has rare books online!  Share snippets or pages from his favorite authors
2. $-$$ Buy a later edition vintage or antique book or magazine from a year he remembers fondly.  Is Dad a science ficton fan?  Give him a first edition collection of classic 1970'2 science fiction short stories by the legendary famous authors like Isaac Asimov, Larry Niven, and Arthur C Clarke. And yes! you can optionally buy a frame for the book or for the book cover!
3. $$-$$$ Buy a good-quality rare or first-edition he’ll love!

 

4) Vintage Map or Postcard

Map out a journey down memory lane by gifting him a vintage map featuring a significant location from his life. Whether it's the place he was born, where he met his significant other, or his favorite travel destinations, this unique gift is sure to tug at his heartstrings.

You can find vintage maps all over the web…. Rhuckus has an extensive collection, most low-mid-priced.  Stay tuned to see these in our store soon

3 ways to gift vintage maps and postcards

1. Free! Print out a map and annotate by hand for a thoughtful low-cost gift
2. $-$$  Frame a less-rare map or vintage postcard, or some vintage dinosaur art
3. $$-$$$ Buy a good-quality or unusual vintage map or postcard he’ll love having

5) Collectibles

Is your dad a collector at heart? Surprise him with a vintage collectible that aligns with his interests. Whether it's vintage comic books, rare coins, or sports memorabilia, finding a unique piece to add to his collection can make this Father's Day truly unforgettable.

3 cool collectibles ideas

1. Free to $!  Watch an episode of King of Collectibles or Antiques Roadshow or Swap Shop together!

2. $-$$  Lots of great toys and collectibles on etsy, ebay, or your local thrift store
3. $$-$$$ You can find great sports collectibles and more online