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Father's Day is just around the corner, and Americans are spending more than ever on dads, according to the National Retail Federation. And we're not just buying for our own fathers: Last year, a little more than half bought presents for a dad or stepdad, while 28% bought Father's Day gifts for their husbands, almost 10% bought for a son, and 5% even bought Father's Day gifts for friends.

In other words, there are probably some pretty cool and wonderful dads in your life — ones who would appreciate being acknowledged on Father's Day. Here are some ideas for what to get them.

Let someone else get him the monogrammed tongs-and-spatula set. The awesome "smoking gun" from Breville ($100) takes backyard barbecuing to the next level by infusing food with natural applewood or hickory smoke.

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Elevate his preppy-chic style with these bold-soled shoes. Part of a partnership between boat-shoe stalwart Sperry and menswear brand Jack Spade, these canvas kicks ($75) in classic navy add a pop of unexpected color to keep things interesting.

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Who’s the coolest? Whoever shows up with this new, soft-sided cooler from the masters of chill at Yeti. In 20-, 30- and 40-liter sizes, this might look like a wimpy tote bag, but the leakproof Hopper Two line ($299-$399) is as tough and rugged as its hard-shelled counterparts.

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Out of juice? Griffin's PowerDock Pro ($130) is made to handle all of his gadgets; this USB charger can bring up to five devices at once back to life, and its charging bays are big enough to slide a phone or tablet in without needing to take off the case first.

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No matter what dad's taste in music, it's guaranteed to sound better on this Audio-Technica turntable ($299). It was rated the best in a new Wirecutter roundup for its easy of use and sound quality. The USB connection means he can finally digitize all those old Cat Stevens LPs too.

Courtesy of Audio-Techinca

Whether he’s embraced beard life or keeps it smooth, this all-natural, old-fashioned shaving kit ($90) from artisan grooming-supplies company Crux Supply Co. has everything it takes to send stubble packing.

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After everything you put him through, this is pretty much the least you can do: Send him a full-sized bottle of craft bourbon every month with Mouth.com’s subscription. Choose three, six or 12 months of artisan-distilled booze ($67-$75/month), depending on how much hell you raised as a kid.

Courtesy of Mouth.com

If he wouldn't be caught dead in a plain dress shirt, let him try this one on for size. From the custom shirt-makers at Tony, this hand-printed oxford's ($286) playful pop-art graphics rendered in bold black just might be enough to relegate that ratty college T to second-favorite status.

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If he’s a serious cook, he probably already has gadgets galore — and an embarrassing “Kiss the Cook” apron that has probably seen better days. This professional-grade apron, made with 12-ounce denim and soft leather straps right in the U.S. of A. ($100), will hold up to years or even decades of tinkering in the kitchen or out by the grill.

Courtesy of Hedley & Bennett

Here’s a smarter smartwatch: Misfit’s sleek Phase model looks like a regular watch but tracks steps, sleep and coordinates with its app to deliver call and text notifications. Get the version that comes with a trio of extra bands ($199) to make the Phase appropriate for everything from playdates to date-dates.

Courtesy of Misfit

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