Gift Giving Guide for Men and Women

Receiving gifts is one of five love languages described by marriage counselor Gary Chapman—and it's easy to understand why. Choosing the perfect gift for a loved one is an act of pure empathy. A thoughtful, high-quality gift is a way to show a friend, family member, or partner that you see them clearly enough to choose something they'll love. 

Have you started shopping yet? 

This holiday season, you can be the person to give the gift that your loved ones will never forget. We've curated a holiday gift giving guide full of one-of-a-kind metal gifts for every person on your list. Iron is a strong, steadfast element straight from the heart of the earth, and iron gifts last for lifetimes. 

We've broken the list down to include ideas for both men and women to make finding a gift easy and intuitive. Whether you're shopping for home cooks, devoted gardeners, or soft, artistic souls, you'll find a product they'll adore. 

Read on to discover the perfect holiday presents for the folks who have everything. 

Gifts for Men

It can be notoriously tricky to shop for the men in your life. If you ask them what they want, they will likely tell you "nothing." In reality, even the strong, silent type will be nursing disappointment if nothing is waiting for them under the Christmas tree. 

Below, we've curated our most beloved iron gifts for men who claim they don't want anything. Start with his passions, and you're sure to find an Old West Iron product he'll use up until the next holiday season. 

Gift Ideas for Grill Masters

Christmas might fall during the dead of winter, but that doesn't mean that the men on your list aren't dreaming about the first day when it will be warm enough to head outside and grill. If you are shopping for a man who loves an open flame, you'll love our selection of grilling tools and accessories. Help him bring his culinary hobby to the next level with a gift he'll put to use immediately.

Foremost, consider our handmade Forged Campfire Cooking Trivet, perfect for his next camping trip, picnic, or outdoor adventure. The stunning, hand-forged trivet is ideal for all kinds of outdoor cooking, with a unique spiral design that can accommodate everything from large griddles to individual enamel cups. 

If he's already in love with his grill, consider supplying him with a tool that will make him feel like a pro. There's nothing manlier than a pair of handmade, blacksmith-forged grilling tongs. Customize your set with the finish of your choice to create the ultimate bespoke tool to keep his favorite hobby going. 

Gift Ideas for Nature Lovers

Some men have a strong bond with the earth, and asking them to come inside for supper is torture. This holiday season, get him a handmade gift to help him enjoy every moment he spends basking in the great outdoors. 

Start with a classic copper birdbath with tripod stands to make things comfortable for his feathered friends. This freestanding garden accessory can sit anywhere, making it easy to catch a glimpse of nature. Over time, this natural copper product will develop an attractive patina, improving with age. 

Better yet, choose a gift that will allow you to enjoy the natural world at his side. Our rustic metal firepit will become the centerpiece of every outdoor social gathering for years to come. This unique upcycled piece comes with a base from India, and creative recipients can even repurpose it as a planter. 

Gifts for the Manly Man

You may be shopping for the man who has everything, but we're willing to bet the manly man in your life doesn't yet have his own bespoke Viking axe. This hand-carved tool has a stylish leather sheath, an attractive Damascus blade, and a customized wooden handle. It's perfect for practical use or display, especially if you order it with a custom engraving. 

Your giftee may be more of a bowie knife guy; if so, you're in luck. Our top-selling stag crown knife comes with an engraved blade and pure cow leather sheath. The real deer antler handler means that his new hunting knife will be the only one like it on earth. 

The man in your life may also appreciate a repurposed railroad spike knife. These knives are practical, functional, and hand forged with care. Whether he's an avid hunter, fisherman, camp chef, or just a lover of quality craftsmanship, these railway spike knives will make the perfect gift!

Gifts for the Man Who Likes a Drink 

Gifting might seem straightforward when you're shopping for someone who likes a cold one at the end of the day. In truth, it can be hard to buy liquor for a man who knows exactly what he wants. Instead, reignite his relaxing ritual with accessories that will help his favorite beverage go down nice and smooth. 

Sometimes the best gifts are elevated versions of practical items you know he'll use daily. If he likes a cold drink, make his day a little easier by gifting him a stunning, handmade metal bottle opener. Every piece is unique and available in various styles and finishes, with customization available. 

Once the bottle is open, he'll need a place to pour his cold one. He might have a mason jar handy, but does he have a handmade mason jar handle made of forged steel? This next-level accessory can elevate his favorite pint-sized glass, adding a distinctly masculine touch. 

Gifts for the Family Chef 

Why not get him a gift that will add flavor to your life, too? If you're shopping for a man who loves to cook, gift him the unique kitchen tools to elevate his culinary game. 

Start with an aesthetically stunning hanging pot rack. This practical gift will add ambiance to his kitchen while making it easier to access his favorite cookware. The twelve integrated hooks make it simple to access any pot or pan he might need while he's working on his latest recipe. 

No recipe is complete without seasoning, and he'll never forget the salt when you give him a gorgeous set of copper salt and pepper shakers. He'll always keep these vintage-inspired dispensers handy while adding the finishing touches to his dishes. The hand-stamped holes add a crafty touch to these practical presents. 

Gifts for Women

What do you buy for the woman who has everything? We're biased, but we think a product from Old West Iron is always a perfect, unexpected gift. Iron gifts for women can be surprisingly touching! Ladies love the shabby-chic, western aesthetic of our handcrafted products. 

We've curated a selection of practical, decorative, and innovative items that she'll adore. Nearly all of these quality iron gifts for her are unique products she'd never think to buy for herself. This holiday season, surprise the woman who has everything with the must-have iron present she's missing. 

Gifts for Avid Gardeners

What do you get for women who spend more time with plants than people? Start with a present that will remind her that you appreciate her labor, whether she's a landscaping genius, a flowerbed aficionado, or a vegetable whisperer. 

You'll make her feel like royalty when you put a handmade copper watering can under the tree. This handcrafted, functional gift is full of delicate details that she'll treasure. Best of all, copper will not rust when exposed to water, so it will maintain its European-inspired luster for years to come. 

Supplement her stash with a set of beautiful hand-forged garden tools, like our rake and trowel set. These unique implements started their lives as railroad spikes. What's better for an earth-lover than a planet-conscious upcycled gift she'll use daily? 

Gifts for Romantics

If you're shopping for a sentimental friend or family member, your gift is a way to show that you understand her nature. Iron and metal gifts become long-lasting heirlooms. While they make great tools, it's a versatile medium capable of yielding romantic, delicate pieces she'll adore. 

Start with a long-stemmed rose that will never die or fade. Our iron rose will live forever, whether you build a bouquet or present this delicate, single bloom in a box. It's the perfect gift for a romantic partner, especially if you use it to commemorate a Christmastime engagement. 

For a sentimental piece with a more practical function, consider a set of hand-forged linked hearts, which make stunning home decor. We will customize each heart with a personalized inscription. Custom sizes and designs are available upon request so that you can give her the most meaningful gift yet. 

Gifts for Animal Lovers

Some ladies live for their fur babies, and a gift for their pets is a gift they'll adore twice. Whether she's an animal owner or loves paws and whiskers, there's a gorgeous metal gift for her at Old West Iron. 

Recipients with two or four legs will go head-over-heels for this galvanized metal food canister with a darling paw print motif. Fill it with pet food, treats, or other care essentials for a purrfect holiday gift. 

If she likes to show off her love of all creatures great and small, choose a gift that doubles as decor. She'll love to unwrap this precious cast iron deer family. This handmade set of three is the perfect addition to Christmas or winter-themed window displays, mantles, and more. 

Gifts for Pinterest Fiends 

Are you shopping for someone with a carefully curated aesthetic? If she is a design fiend, she'll delight in any gift that helps her add a fresh touch to her space. Iron and metal decor fits into a range of design aesthetics that would be right at home on her favorite Pinterest board. 

First, consider one of our customizable signs and cutouts available in styles ranging from Celtic to Western. She'll love a trendy monogrammed name sign to decorate the front porch. A vintage, raw steel barn sign will help her add a personal touch to any indoor or outdoor space. 

A hand-forged catch-all bowl is another versatile gift to make her home decor dreams come true. We'll customize your piece with the perfect text to ensure the gift feels personal. Place this stunning art object in the entryway, and it'll get plenty of use as a home for keys, watches, change, jewelry, and other knick-knacks. 

Gifts for Art Fans

Sometimes the perfect gift is a unique item that will add nothing more than beauty to her life. A stunning metal art object can revitalize an indoor or outdoor space, bringing new energy to your home or property. 

A handmade garden sculpture is a present full of personality that will help her broadcast her whimsy and passion to the world. She'll fall in love with this watching fox sculpture with a one-off textured finish. Let this wise and mischievous spirit keep vigil over her property and welcome visitors all year long. 

Likewise, she might adore a wildlife ornament bursting with gentle wisdom. This winter, give her the gift of our snowy owl metal sculpture, perfect for indoor or outdoor displays. This full-scale friend can even help the garden by scaring off hungry pests. 

The 2022 Old West Iron Gift Giving Guide 

The key to a great holiday gift is radical empathy. When you choose gifts from the 2022 Old West Iron Gift Giving Guide, you know you'll be gifting a high-quality, practical item that your recipient would never choose for themselves. Everyone on your list will fall in love with these unique, well-made iron products that reflect their deepest passions.

Before you know it, the gift-giving season will be here, so don't wait to place your holiday orders. Visit our online store to fill your cart with treasures and take care of everyone on your list. USPS can only guarantee Christmas delivery for items ordered on or before December 17th, so don't wait to secure this year's bounty.  

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