The 10 Best Stocking Stuffers of 2020
The 10 Best Stocking Stuffers
We’ve scoured the web for the best stocking stuffers this holiday season and narrowed the list down to our ten favorites. From a pencil plane built to last a lifetime and a hang-anywhere hammock, to the pen the astronauts use and a bottle opener forged like an axe — there’s something here for everyone.
Høvel Pencil Planer
Put the sharpest edge possible on your pencil with this solid brass planer
Based on the traditional hand planer, the Høvel is designed to give you the sharpest possible point on your pencil, without cracking the lead like standard sharpeners.
Anyone who works with wood or enjoys the writing precision of a perfectly honed graphite tip will appreciate the beauty of this UK-designed office tool. With a walnut base to anchor the brass planer top (and collect shavings), Høvel looks great on your desk, and is always there when you need to put a finer point on your day.
The sharp, carbon-steel blade keeps its edge, and the solid brass body has a heavy, satisfying weight.
Fisher AG7 Space Pen
The Only Pen Built for Outer Space
The first time the Fisher AG7 was put into action was the Apollo 7 space mission in 1968, and it performed so well, that The Fisher AG7 Space Pen has been used on all subsequent manned space flights — both American and Russian, ever since.
The Fisher AG7 is heavy in the hand, and the weight is perfectly balanced and evenly distributed as you write. The AG7 Fisher Space Pen is made entirely from solid brass with an extremely tough chrome plating on its exterior — all made in the USA.
It has a substantial and secure two-button clicking mechanism. Just press down on the top to extend the refill, and press the side button to retract the refill. This special design assures you that you'll always retract the point before you slide it in your pocket (so you don’t get ink all over your nice white space suit).
A classic trapper-style knife made in partnership with Ranchlands.
The Filson x Ranchlands Pocket Knife with Sheath features a trapper knife with clip-point and spey blades, and comes outfitted with a Texas mesquite handle and a custom-fitted leather sheath.
The blades are made with 1095 high-carbon steel that sharpens easily and retains its edge. The knife is forged by Moore Maker, and the sheath is made by Ranchlands.
Ghost Outdoors Carry-On Hammock
A hammock that lets you nap anywhere you find yourself on the road
The Carry-On Hammock was developed in the rugged backcountry of Western Australia.
True to its name, this ultra lightweight hammock is made from tough parachute nylon, but compact enough to stuff in an overhead bin or into the bottom of your backpack.
UCO Behemoth Matches
Stormproof matches with built-in fire starter material
UCO has spent the last 48 years perfecting their stormproof matches and fire starters.
These Behemoth Matches are essentially tinder that you can strike to light just like a match by using the striker provided in the case.
They burn for up to 15 minutes, giving you a small fire to build upon, and enough heat to dry out kindling collected in wet conditions.
The James Brand Cache River
A pocket-friendly bit driver designed for your everyday carry
The Cache River is the smallest bit driver with a bearing that we’ve ever seen (think of that back-and-forth ratchet action on your favorite ratchet tool, but super smooth and in your pocket), making it fast and easy to use in a pinch.
It’s lightweight and has an ingenious storage space for extra bits too, so you can carry a few extras tailored to what you need during the course of your normal day.
Topo Designs Accessory Packs
Durable bags for organizing all of your daily gear — from cords and coins to pencils and paper bills.
These accessory packs come in a pack of three. The micro bag fits earbuds, cards and cash, the small one is perfect for pens and charging cables, and the medium bag is great for power blocks, small notebooks, chargers and cords
They’re made from durable, soft cotton canvas and are fully-lined with pack cloth for easy cleaning. They feature heavy-duty YKK zipper with paracord zipper pulls, and a paracord hook loop for hanging or attaching to a larger pack.
Filson x Brant & Cochran Axe Bottle Opener
The limited-edition Filson x Brant & Cochran Bottle Opener is hand-forged in Maine with the same steel used to make premium axes.
Each one is custom-made and stamped with the Filson logo, and comes with a steel cable for hanging.
Areaware Minim Playing Cards
These minimalist playing cards feature reductive geometric designs with a diagonal line on the back. They’re made from durable PVC for years of Texas hold ‘em.
Original-Lined Goatskin Gloves
These soft work gloves are made with fine grain Grade-A goatskin sourced from the USA, and provide medium-weight protection from abrasion and sharp edges.
They're lined with moisture-wicking Merino wool, for soft comfort and insulation in cold conditions. The elastic wrist ensures a snug fit, keeping debris out, and the winged thumb design gives full flexibility so they keep you protected without restricting your movement.