If your father is anything like mine, he doesn’t need anything — especially not another World’s Best Dad tee to wear around the garage. But every man can afford to have his tools updated once a year. So, whether it’s a cutting-edge driver to enhance his “already perfect” swing, a pair of classic aviators with some 21st-century tech or just a few cool gadgets that will reinvigorate his inner explorer, here are a few ideas that will put a more useful spin on that age-old T-shirt sentiment.

1 / GOLF PRO
Adams Idea Black Super Hybrid , $200, www.adamsgolf.com

2 / THE DESIGNER
BookBook Hardback Leather Case for MacBook Pro, $79, www.twelvesouth.com

3 / MR. COOL
Silver Lining Vintage x Opening Ceremony Aviator, $295, www.refinery29.com

4 / THE COLLECTOR
Watches: The Ultimate Guide, $45, www.assouline.com

5 / STYLE CONSCIOUS
Tsovet SVT-NM85 watch, $475, www.tsovet.com

6 / TECH GURU
Aiptek PJV31X PocketCinema V20 Portable Movie Projector, $349 , www.amazon.com

7 / ADVENTURE MAN
Osprey Raptor 6 Pack, $79, www.moosejaw.com

8 / RULER OF THE KINGDOM
Weber outdoor fireplace, $159, www.weber.com