Wired's Father's Day Gift Guide

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County Comm Embassy Pen, $39

Crafted from Type 5 anodized aluminum, this government-issue pen's body has a deep knurled surface that prevents it from slipping out of your fingers. A stainless steel clip keeps it securely in your pocket between doodles. Besides the solid construction, it's U.S. made, comes with a free ink refill, and will last a lifetime.

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CRKT Eat'N Tool, $7

The Eat'N Tool is more than just a souped-up spork. Designed by a company that makes combat knives, it's loaded with a bottle opener, screwdriver, carabiner, and three wrenches. Better yet, it will save you the indignity of eating pork-fried rice at your desk using a pair of Ticonderogas for chopsticks.

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L.L.Bean Waxed-Canvas Maine Hunting Shoe, $129

Your grandpa may have shot ducks in these boots, but they'll perform just as well at Whole Foods. The newly updated version of the 1912 classic hunter boasts a hand-stitched, waxed-canvas upper and a lifetime guarantee, so they only get better with age. Sorta like Grandpa.

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American Optical Original Pilot Sunglasses, $50

Since 1958, the Original Pilot has been worn primarily by those with the right stuff: military pilots, government agents, and the first men on the moon. These classic, UV-protecting shades might not be responsible for people flying faster than the speed of sound, but looking cool never slowed anyone down.

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LaCie MosKeyTo, $28

Just a few years ago, a portable 8GB drive was the size of a pack of gum. Well, this one's the size of a Chiclet. That is, a Chiclet that can hold about 2,537 copies of Merriam-Webster's Pocket Dictionary. Just keep it away from the candy bowl lest you accidentally swallow your words.

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Garrett Wade Combination Knife & Precision Rule, $30

The only person who probably wouldn't benefit from attaching a ruler to a knife is Aron Ralston. For everyone else, this ultralight dual-bladed knife with a fold-out 6-inch precision rule is great for just about any situation that doesn't involve cutting off your arm.

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Joby Gorillatorch Switchback , $60

Joby's bendable Gorillapod tripod is one of our favorite backcountry accessories for snapping photos anywhere. Its new Gorillatorch Switchback is a combination headlamp and lantern, so the same device works as both a fixed and mobile light. Thanks to the bendable legs, it attaches to pretty much anything and helps you light up all sorts of situations.

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Jawbone Jambox, $200

Designed by Yves Behar for Jawbone, this wireless speaker box packs some serious boom into a tiny and attractive package. Pair it to your phone, iPod or any Bluetooth gadget and you can turn your next picnic or beach visit into a dance party.

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Apple iPad 2, $500-$830

It's the hottest gadget of the season, and for good reason. The iPad 2 is thinner and lighter, making it better for reading books, browsing the web, or watching movies. And those thousands of available apps will stay running longer with its 10-hour battery life.

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Apple Smart Cover for iPad 2, $40-$70

One of the coolest things about the iPad 2 is its premiere accessory: Apple's Smart Cover. It's a protective cover that also folds to prop up the device so you can type on it more comfortably. Built-in magnets make it easy to take off or put on.

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