23 Highly Recommended Military Gifts For Veterans and Active Duty Soldiers

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.

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.

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?

Neither combat boots nor dress shoes do a lot for foot comfort, but when you've got this massager to come home to. Flip it up or flip it down, it'll massage both your feet and your calves. Its Shiatsu kneading technique increases blood flow in areas it massages which decreases recovery time.

Now that he's retired, he'll have time to dig into new interests and hobbies. History is a popular subject among military men, and with a PBS Documentary Pass, he can explore the rich history of the US Military. He'll have access to a number of original docs and almost all of the Ken Burns catalog with the pass.

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.

These grenades won't explode in your drink but they certainly will keep it exploding with flavor. Why? When you use bigger ice cubes (like these grenades), they have a bigger surface area. That means they melt slower and don't water down your drink as fast.

If an actual general didn't scare you sh*tless, the hot sauce in The General's hot sauce pack might just. There are six fiery flavors to choose from, each hotter than the last and basically guaranteed to make your face melt.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Men who served in the US Army will have a subtle way of showing off the branch they served for with this tumbler. It's vacuum-sealed to keep his beverage hot for hours and has a leakproof lid in case he knocks it over.

Guys and gals who served and enjoy serving themselves a fine glass of white, red, or rose will get a kick out of this little green guy holding their wine bottles. The resin cast soldier is sturdy and stands at almost a foot tall.

Dads that are service members, this one's for you. The second you pick up this gun whiskey decanter, you'll be tempted to make bad puns about pouring shots, but it's ok. That's exactly what the 1L decanter does. The shot glasses (with bullets in them) are included.

Give a service member a glimpse into the incredible legacy they've helped to carry on with a calendar that honors a different branch and event every month. The History Channel has long been an authority on the subject and presents the info in a captivating way.

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.

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.