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MrsLarry · Nov 10, 2006, 02:58 PM

ding ding dingaling too...

ok, i need inspiration for the man for xmas.

he's 27, into gismos, gadgets, and games. Likes flying planes (RC and real), videogames (Battlefield is the new fav), and working on his car.

I need something new and exciting and a total suprise. let's call the budget $200ish.

Dakar² · Nov 10, 2006, 02:59 PM

It Is Not After Thanksgiving Yet!

turtle777 · Nov 10, 2006, 03:04 PM

An electronic hampstor

-t

residentEvil · Nov 10, 2006, 03:06 PM

buy yourself something that includes high heels and fishnets. he'll do the rest.

those are the best presents.

Pierre Capretz II · Nov 10, 2006, 03:19 PM

a hooker can be new, exciting, and a total surprise if done right, espeically if you join in.

MrsLarry · Nov 10, 2006, 03:34 PM

Originally Posted by Dakar²

It Is Not After Thanksgiving Yet!

Online ordering might take longer.

Dakar² · Nov 10, 2006, 03:35 PM

Originally Posted by MrsLarry

Online ordering might take longer.

Well, that's why I don't buy hookers online.

turtle777 · Nov 10, 2006, 03:37 PM

Originally Posted by Dakar²

Well, that's why I don't buy hookers online.

Why not ? They have those Desktop hookers, for a good price :hm:

-t

Dakar² · Nov 10, 2006, 03:37 PM

They come with viruses.

turtle777 · Nov 10, 2006, 03:44 PM

Originally Posted by Dakar²

They come with viruses.

Use an eCondom.

-t

mitchell_pgh · Nov 10, 2006, 03:54 PM

I had my first dose of holiday music today... and it made me a little ill. At least they waited until after Halloween.

That being said, I usually avoid the shopping malls around this time of the year.

Dakar² · Nov 10, 2006, 03:54 PM

This damn song is stuck in my head now.

Tuoder · Nov 10, 2006, 04:01 PM

They were selling Christmas decorations at the local Target before Halloween.

As for the OP.

ThinkGeek :: Stuff for Smart Masses

That's all I can think of.

Rumor · Nov 10, 2006, 04:04 PM

Get him a Wii.

MrsLarry · Nov 10, 2006, 04:16 PM

Originally Posted by Rumor

Get him a Wii.

good one, but we've pre-ordered.

Gossamer · Nov 10, 2006, 05:02 PM

I can't for the life of me remember what it's called, but it sits on your dashboard and plugs into your cigarette lighter and tells you 0-60, quarter mile, horsepower, etc numbers. I think it would fit into your price range, and any car/gadget guy would love it.

Mastrap · Nov 10, 2006, 10:26 PM

Best razor in the world. Ever. Not cheap at nearly $100 but the last razor he'll ever use.
I've been using the same model for years now and can't imagine using anything else ever again.

Tuoder · Nov 10, 2006, 10:37 PM

Originally Posted by Mastrap

http://www.classicshaving.com/i/Merkur/NewVisionPackage.jpg

Best razor in the world. Ever. Not cheap at nearly $100 but the last razor he'll ever use.
I've been using the same model for years now and can't imagine using anything else ever again.

Is that the Merkur that used to make cars? or do they still make cars?

paul w · Nov 10, 2006, 10:39 PM

Originally Posted by Mastrap

Best razor in the world. Ever. Not cheap at nearly $100 but the last razor he'll ever use.
I've been using the same model for years now and can't imagine using anything else ever again.

Haha! Not a bad idea. I can attest for its manly awesomeness. Of course he'll be needing a nice brush, some shaving cream, etc.

moonmonkey · Nov 10, 2006, 11:01 PM

if he's into flying and computer games why not get him a copy of Microsoft flight simulator X
Flight Simulator X

If you have an Intel Mac you can run it in Bootcamp, make some sandwiches and fly to a romantic desert island somewhere.

MrsLarry · Nov 11, 2006, 01:16 AM

Originally Posted by moonmonkey

if he's into flying and computer games why not get him a copy of Microsoft flight simulator X
Flight Simulator X

*snip*

If you have an Intel Mac you can run it in Bootcamp, make some sandwiches and fly to a romantic desert island somewhere.

that's a good idea, i got him one of those games way back. the WWII one i think, i'll check this one out - thanks!!!

PS - he's a PC guy, his PC is all hopped up on crack for games.

Gossamer · Nov 11, 2006, 01:45 AM

Originally Posted by MrsLarry

that's a good idea, i got him one of those games way back. the WWII one i think, i'll check this one out - thanks!!!

PS - he's a PC guy, his PC is all hopped up on crack for games.

What about my suggestion? I spent a lot of time working on that

MrsLarry · Nov 11, 2006, 10:31 AM

Originally Posted by Gossamer

What about my suggestion? I spent a lot of time working on that

It's a great idea!!! Promise!!! I just need a name to know what the heck it is!

don't cry!

powerbook867 · Nov 11, 2006, 11:55 AM

If he has an Xbox 360, Gears of War is supposed to be one of the best games ever...

Oversoul · Nov 11, 2006, 12:37 PM

Uncrate | The Buyer's Guide For Men

Buyer's Guide for Men. (They also run a women's version.) I don't know if this helps, but I think a lot of the things they feature are pretty nifty.

Gossamer · Nov 11, 2006, 03:27 PM

Originally Posted by MrsLarry

It's a great idea!!! Promise!!! I just need a name to know what the heck it is!

don't cry!

Ah ha! It's called the G-Tech
Two models:
$200
Horsepower
Torque
60 Ft. Time
1/8th & 1/4 mile
0-60 & 0-100-0mph
RPM & Shiftlights
Handling Gs
Record up to 30 runs
3 precision sensors

$300
Everything above plus:
Road Racing/Autocross
PASS Software
Multiple Vehicle Support
2hr data-acquisition
PC Download Cable
AC Adapter

Buckaroo · Nov 12, 2006, 05:09 AM

Originally Posted by moonmonkey

if he's into flying and computer games why not get him a copy of Microsoft flight simulator X
Flight Simulator X

If you have an Intel Mac you can run it in Bootcamp, make some sandwiches and fly to a romantic desert island somewhere.

Better yet, get him X-Plane, it'll work on Macintosh.

- - e r i k - - · Nov 12, 2006, 07:26 PM

I've heard nothing but bad things about FSX.