23 Highly Recommended Military Gifts For Veterans and Active Duty Soldiers

If you were told you could take only one item with you to a desert island, the ultimate Swiss Army knife is THAT ONE ITEM. With over 87 different tools crammed into this one epic package, the ultimate Swiss Army knife is the handiest tool you’ll ever own.

Prepare yourself for all possible situations at your next outdoor cookout by wearing the tactical BBQ apron. The MOLLE system apron adjusts to fit all sizes and includes more pockets, clips, and pouches than an actual SWAT vest.

Not even the heaviest sleeper in the world will be a match for this extra loud alarm clock. It runs silently with no ticking sounds so that you can sleep soundly yet comes with an extra loud ringer that cannot be snoozed.

Nothing’s Ear 1 wireless earbuds deliver rich sound in an eye-catching package. These ergonomic noise canceling earbuds will provide immersive sound, are sweat and splash resistant, and can be used for over an hour with just 10 minutes of charging.

Save a life or end one with this tactical pen. Great for spies on the go, the pen is equipped with a bottle opener, screwdriver, flashlight, window breaker, and more. It’s crafted from aircraft-grade aluminum so you know it’s built to last.

Pop open your mouth watering beer bottles with military-like precision using the green Army man bottle opener. Constructed out of a durable die-cast metal, this nostalgic green Army man toy has been re-assigned from children’s play time to adult’s drinking time.

He's a man of refined redneck tastes and he wants his whiskey or moonshine to be cold but not watered down. With these metal whiskey stone bullets he'll have a tasty beverage but won't run the risk of looking too high fallutin' among his friends.

If you're going to survive the zombie apocalypse, you need to make sure you have the right equipment. Inside this emergency outdoor set, you'll find a knife, saw, multi-tool, flashlight, and so much more it will help you beat zombies and build a shelter.

When the day's poses and practice were particularly demanding, it's ok to take a load off with this acupressure mat. In fact, it may make you even more ready for the next day's activity. The mat and pillow set is covered with soft nubs that press into trigger points in your neck and back to relieve pain and tension.

Never hurts to throw a little extra meat on the pile at the Yankee swap, and these exotic jerky sticks will go over quite well with all carnivorous attendees. With flavors like alligator, kangaroo, and ostrich, everyone at the party will want to taste test the goods.

To be the best wrestler you can be, you need more than your arms to be strong. With the power push-up board, you can get an entire workout in with a floor session. Move the handhelds around to target different muscle groups and follow the guide to get a complete workout throughout the week.

The power of acupressure is real and you'll be singing about it from the rooftops after shuffling around in these slippers. The nubs in the footbed massage trigger points in your feet that release tension over your whole body and make aches and pains a thing of the past.

Even if his coffee is the color of beach sand when he's done adding cream and sugar to it, he'll look like a badass drinking it from this Tactical Battle Coffee Mug. Attach the item of your choice to the Picatinny rails on the side and drink up.

If you've been shot through the heart by an outdoorsman that can't get enough of hunting or spending time at the shooting range, give love a good name with this .308 Bullet Glass. The bullet is authentic but lead-free, so it's safe to touch. Plus, every glass is handmade in the USA, so each purchase supports a family-owned business.

A heavy-duty guy needs a heavy-duty phone case that can follow him anywhere. He may not be going into real battle anymore, but fighting the engine on the car he's fixing up counts. This armored case is tough as nails with military-grade TPU as part of its shockproof, drop-proof construction, and a kickstand for ease of use.

Service members of faith will find solace and a center in this praying statue. The "duty" sentiment is engraved in the base of the resin 6"x5" statue and is sure to strike a chord in the heart of any veteran or active duty service member.

The Fisher Space Pen is just cool. It works underwater, it works in space, it works in extreme temperatures. It's basically unbreakable and writes 3 times longer than normal ballpoint pens. Why doesn't everyone have one of these?

Have a blast in the backyard with the kiddos with a mortar launching toy. The soft darts won't hurt anyone, but they will fly up to 16 feet in the air and help you get a little target practice in.