replica Bell & Ross watch shiny pen that cost somewhere in the double-digits

When I was a kid, I dont remember every buying my dad a gift that wasnt a fanciful tie bought at a department store under fluorescent lights or a replica Bell & Ross watch shiny pen that cost somewhere in the double-digits. I wasnt even sure why someone needed a pen like that--my BIC pens had always worked just fine. To be honest, I probably wouldnt be able to recognize the ties among my dads tie rack, nor could I tell you where those pens went once they were unwrapped. What I can tell you is that my childhood memories are filled with my dad setting up tents in Sequoia National Forest, underneath a canopy of giant trees that, at the time, reminded me of Jack and the Beanstalk.

I remember him lagging behind on day-long hikes because he had to photograph this or that wildflower just so. So, instead of buying him another gift denoted as replica Rolex Datejusts watch Fathers Day appropriate, this year, Id like to get him something that makes him smell campfire again. Here are my top picks:Helly Hansens Skagen Jacket, $350My dad just bought a sailboat. Hes been a boat-less sailor for years (he sold his first boat pre-children) and now that he finally has his ultimate toy again, I get to accessorize it for him, including with this waterproof, breathable, bombproof sailing jacket.

Besides being practically indestructible, it also has a quite a few bells and whistles like fleece in the pockets and on the collar, a replica Breitling watch waterproof pocket, reflective details and a high-visibility (aka neon) hood. If your dads not a sailor, but digs the nautical style, check out the prepfully plaid, and less expensive at $150, Transat Snug Jacket.Kelty FC 3.0 child carrier, $250 New dads should be especially psyched because Kelty came out with a new child carrier for 2010.