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I was asked this morning by the good woman what I would like for Christmas. I get asked every year and every year I say I need nothing and every year I an told that is not acceptable. I have no idea. She will ask me again next week.

I assume many of us are in the same position. Can we create a blokes list of great gift ideas. Keep the price sub $300 (I don't care how inexpensive) and be as specific as possible.

Lets get some interesting stuff in the list ;)

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One of those things, how specific do you get to be ;)

I'd ask for a new bait casting reel. One around $300 would be sweet.

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A straight razor and all necessary accoutrements to use it. That's what I'm asking for.

A great suggestion - taking your time to shave by preparing with oil, warm lather brushed on, etc. is something to be treasured (I enjoy it)

Also consider:

a nice pen (montblanc, cartier, caran d'ache - some models can be found in the right places for <$300)

new leather/textile coat for the motor bike

new lighter (Dupont Xtend)

Pair of nice shoes

nice pair of sunglasses

Macallan Fine Oak 21 yo

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I know you have a nice camera, but a smaller true pocket camera - one that you can carry easily would be nice -- if you don't already have one.

Some other thoughts would be music CDs and books - art books are nice, and I personally enjoy books on classic "fashion" photography.

I have some on Hoyningen Huene and Horst P. Horst. I'm looking into getting something on Edward Steichen.

Plus as these type of books are full of pictures, they'd be right up your alley.

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You've got a great woman, great job, live in a great place only thing you need is to adopt a great 52 year old kid........me. I even make coffee....... :P

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BTW, thanks for asking! :P:wink2: I'm already looking for these so I'll post here first. I want these REAL bad too.

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most of the stuff these guys do is over $300, but sure you can find something here.

Those 'weekender' bags are where the action is. Proper leather luggage, none of this mincing about with a case on wheels to save your fairy arms. Could use the smaller ones as gym/golf type bags I guess.

I've got a briefcase and the 'portfolio' thing from them, and they're top quality. The folio is excellent for meetings where you just have a few reports or summat. Think that's around $300. Wallets as well and all that sort of stuff.

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Plus, it's all handmade in England, so naturally the workmanship is unrivalled anywhere in the known universe, and probably beyond :P

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Prez, you rummy...

Appleton 30 yr old of course! :P

good luck finding it and even beter luck finding it for under $300.

first appointment with your local divorce lawyer usually free. there's a bargain.

just out of interest, did you ask her what she wanted?

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just out of interest, did you ask her what she wanted?

He didn't remember her birthday, do you really think he'll remember Christmas? Hey, there you go - some kind of daily planner or such.

Just make sure it's got a wristband so it can't be lost.......

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He didn't remember her birthday, do you really think he'll remember Christmas? Hey, there you go - some kind of daily planner or such.

Just make sure it's got a wristband so it can't be lost.......

there is a time and a place, and i'm pleased to say that this is neither.

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good luck finding it and even beter luck finding it for under $300.

first appointment with your local divorce lawyer usually free. there's a bargain.

just out of interest, did you ask her what she wanted?

As it happens, my bottle is being delivered tomorrow my friend. okay okay, $300-$400...what's the difference? :huh: Especially with RA's deep pockets...

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As it happens, my bottle is being delivered tomorrow my friend. okay okay, $300-$400...what's the difference? :huh: Especially with RA's deep pockets...

i am impressed. may i ask from where? i have chased it here on several occasions and the company tells me only for promotional purposes and that it will not be sold commercially.

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Get a Kindle.

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