Arbitrage Andy Holiday Gift Guide
356: Condensed Gift List to Get Shopping Done Quickly
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Today we’re dropping the holiday gift list for all subs.
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Alright folks — crazy we are already entering the holiday season. As is tradition I have compiled an early holiday gift guide as we enter the month of December.
You can find previous lists below:
The goals of these guides is always to streamline gift buying out and break it into categories depending on what a person’s interests are.
We’re all busy — working jobs, building businesses, traveling, etc. so if I can provide a list to help you quickly identify the best gift ideas for family and friends it should free up some time to spend elsewhere. We’ve compiled a list of some of the hottest gifts and best ideas for 2024 spanning 7+ categories. Gifts for women, men, elderly folks, nephews, and more.
You’ll find some new additions as well as some classics that I recommend over and over again each year because they are solid picks. Average prices are included for each item as well in case you have a budget or range in mind. I have included a luxury section at the end for my high rollers.
Where available I have provided Amazon links/hyper links for relevant products. I make like $0.10 if you order with those links (disclaimer). I’ve provided them more because Amazon sometimes has better deals if you buy through them than the official retailer, not because you’re going to make me a fortune with the links lol.
Keep in mind I don’t have enough room to hyperlink everything I list in here. I have typed out the name of products so that you can easily copy and waste it into google and find the best deal. Generally if I have opted for a hyperlink it’s going to be a solid deal for that product despite it being listed. For the pricing that says “x to x” it means that those products or items have several variants for you to choose from that impact price.
With that in mind let’s get started.
Finance & Business
1. Premium Leather Portfolio or Notebook
A sleek leather-bound notebook or portfolio, like one from Montblanc or Moleskine, for meetings and note-taking.
Montblanc Notebook - $75 -$85
Moleskine Notebook - $35 to $165
2. Luxury Pen
A high-quality pen such as a Parker Duofold, Lamy 2000, or Montblanc Meisterstück—a timeless tool for signing deals.
Lamy 2000 Pen - $60 to $180
Montblanc Meisterstück - $300 to $1,000
3. Financial-Themed Art or Decor
Artwork or desk decor related to finance, like a bull and bear statue, or framed historical stock certificates are always solid gifts that I have relied on in the past.
Stock Certificates - $100 to $900 (Bull Market Gifts is a great option)
4. Wireless Noise-Canceling Headphones
Top-tier headphones like Sony WH-1000XM5 or Bose QuietComfort 45, perfect for focus during work or travel.
Bose QuietComfort 45 - $199
Sony WH-1000XM5 - $298
5. High-End Coffee Gear
A Nespresso machine, a nice french press, or a curated coffee subscription tailored to people’s taste for premium coffee on busy mornings is a great gift. Much of the coffee out there today is ass. It’s almost always better at home.
Nespresso machine - $110 to $200 (higher end options available from other brands like De’Longhi)
French Press - $60 to $120 (Yeti and Williams Sonoma)
6. Desk Accessories
Elegant desk sets or accessories like a marble docking station, executive pen holder, or desk organizer from brands like Grovemade.
Marble docking station - $120 to $160
Executive pen holder - $58 to $200
7. Finance Books or Subscriptions
Usually financial industry vets have their go to resources, Bloomberg, and other data but for newcomers to the industry, like a college student or new analyst you have many options for gifts. Books like "The Intelligent Investor" by Benjamin Graham, or a subscription to a premium finance publication like the Kobeissi Letter or The Wall Street Journal is an excellent option. Of course you can also gift a subscription to ARB Letter too. Just click link below.
"The Intelligent Investor" by Benjamin Graham - $20 (this is a very dry book but considered a must read for those new to investing, banking, etc.)
Flash Boys - $15
Den of Thieves - $15
Black Edge - $16
The Wall Street Journal - $154.99 (1 year print)
Kobeissi Letter - $129.99/month (new subscribers get two months free)
8. Personalized Business Card Holder
You can go full Patrick Bateman on this one with a customized or monogrammed metal cardholder for professional networking events.
Personalized Business Card Holder - $40 to $200 (you can search for various options you like, some of the lower end options under $100 are actually decent and you can find some nice ones on Etsy and other shops)
9. Travel Accessories
A durable and stylish carry-on bag (e.g., Tumi, Peter Millar or Away) or a power bank for professionals who are constantly on the move is a great gift, especially given the fact many people are going to travel to and from locations for the holidays.
Tumi Voyaguer Duffel - $195
Peter Millar Pursuit Duffle - $325
Portable Power Bank - $150 to $250
Peter Millar X Serapian Duffle - $1,690
10. Custom Whisky, Wine Set, Premium Liquor
A set of high-end whisky glasses, decanter, or a subscription to curated spirits/wine like Flaviar or Winc, tailored for post-work relaxation. There are some solid options on Amazon or you can go for a more bespoke option and higher end brand. Depends on how much you are looking to spend.
Flaviar Glasses - $32
Winc Subscription Wine - $59/month
CLase Azul Tequila - $169
Crypto Specific
1. Hardware Wallet
Not your keys not your coins. With so many new entrants to the crypto industry, the gift of security is a great one. A secure hardware wallet like the Ledger Nano X, Trezor Model T, or Coldcard Wallet to safeguard someone’s crypto assets is an excellent gift. I recommend ledger or Trezor. They are available above with the Amazon links, just make sure you’re buying from the official company.
Ledger Nano X - $149
Trezor - $152
2. Books on Blockchain and Crypto
Books are huge to get new folks up to speed on crypto or Bitcoin — popular titles like "The Bitcoin Standard" by Saifedean Ammous, "Mastering Bitcoin" by Andreas M. Antonopoulos, or "Layered Money" by Nik Bhatia are excellent options for for deep dives into crypto concepts.
"Mastering Bitcoin" by Andreas M. Antonopoulos - $36
"Layered Money" by Nik Bhatia - $10
3. Crypto Tracking Tool Subscription
Premium memberships for platforms like CoinGecko Premium, Messari Pro, or Glassnode Advanced for tracking market trends and data.
CoinGecko Premium - $49 or $99/year
Messari Pro - $39/month
Glassnode Advanced - $20/month (Black Friday deal still good)
Outdoors, Hunting, Fishing
1. High-Quality Multi-Tool
A versatile multi-tool like a Leatherman Wave+ or Gerber Suspension for handling tasks in the wild or on the job is a solid pick. I recently just picked up a multi tool and I have used it on several occasions.
Leatherman Wave+ - $100
Gerber Truss Multi Tool Suspension - $40
2. Insulated Cooler
A durable and portable cooler like a YETI Tundra or RTIC Ultra-Light for keeping drinks and snacks fresh on outdoor trips is a staple for anyone who is active, fishes, hunts, or goes to the beach. Easy enough to find out if they already have one too.
YETI Tundra Cooler - $275 to $300
RTIC Ultra-Light - $160 to $250
3. Waterproof Jacket
I realized the other day as it was raining that I have outgrown most rain jacket and water proof pieces I have. A premium waterproof and windproof jacket from brands like Patagonia, Arc’teryx, or Columbia for all-weather protection is an excellent and thoughtful option for the Winter and Spring months.
Arc'teryx Atom Hoody - $255
Columbia Jackets - $99 to $155
Patagonia Puffer Jacket - $225
Patagonia Fleece Jacket - $2400
4. Fishing Tackle Organizer
A well-designed tackle box or fishing bag, such as the Plano Edge Series or shoulder bags from Orvis to keep fishing gear organized and accessible, is a great gift for fishing enthusiasts. It’s a sick obsession we have, organizing and counting out lures, hooks, baits, and terminal tackle. Talk about an OCD person’s dream. I have the Orvis bag, it’s epic.
Orvis Mini Sling Pack - $90
Plano Edge Series - $104
Z Series Waterproof Backpack - $80 (Plano)
5. High-End Hunting Knife
A durable and sharp hunting knife like the Benchmade Steep Country or Buck Knives 119 Special, ideal for field use.
Benchmade Steep Country - $164
Buck Knives 119 Special - $70 (LL BEAN)
6. GPS Navigation Device or watches
A reliable GPS device like the Garmin GPSMAP 66i for navigating remote areas and staying safe on outdoor adventures is clutch for those who spent significant amount of time outdoors.
Garmin Forerunner 55 - $149
7. Lightweight Camping Chair
A portable and sturdy camping chair like the Helinox Chair Zero or REI Co-op Camp Chair for comfort around the campfire.
Helinox Chair Zero - $74 to $112
REI Co-op Camp Chair - $25 to $100
8. Thermal Scope or Binoculars
A high-quality thermal scope or binoculars from brands like FLIR or Vortex Optics, perfect for scouting or wildlife observation.
FLIR TG165-X Thermal Imaging Camera - $279
Vortex Optics Crossfire HD 8x42 Binoculars - $119
9. Portable Water Filtration System
A compact water filter like the LifeStraw or Sawyer Squeeze for ensuring clean drinking water in the backcountry.
LifeStraw Personal Water Filter - $33 (you can find this and my full list of prepping/hiking items HERE)
Sawyer Products SP129 Squeeze Water Filtration System - $34
10. Custom Hunting or Fishing Apparel
Personalized gear such as camouflage clothing, fishing shirts, or hats with custom embroidery from Sitka Gear or Huk make good gifts for outdoorsmen. I live in long sleeve fishing shirts when I am not wearing Peter Millar.
HUK Men's Pursuit Vented Long Sleeve - $30
SITKA Gear Men's Core Lightweight Hunting Hoody - $96
Fitness & Athletics
1. High-Quality Gym Bag
A durable and stylish gym bag like the Nike Brasilia Duffel or Lululemon Command the Day Backpack to carry workout essentials.
Nike Brasilia Duffel - $30
Lululemon Command the Day Backpack & other duffels - $50 to $200
2. Adjustable Dumbbells
Compact and versatile dumbbells like Bowflex SelectTech 552 or PowerBlock Elite for at-home strength training are great for those with no time for the gym. Get shredded bra.
Bowflex SelectTech 552 - $379
3. Massage Gun
A recovery-focused massage gun such as the Theragun Prime or Hyperice Hypervolt to relieve muscle tension post-workout.
Theragun Prime - $200
Hyperice Hypervolt - $100 to $160
5. Performance Apparel
High-performance activewear from brands like Lululemon, Under Armour, or Gymshark is always welcome for those who are active. I need to re-up on activewear for the new year.
Lululemon Men’s Workout shorts - $39 to $80
Lululemon Women’s Workout shorts - $39 to $80
Under Armour Workout shorts - $20 to $40
7. Yoga Mat
A premium yoga mat like the Manduka Pro or Liforme Yoga Mat for stretching, yoga, or pilates sessions.
Manduka Pro - $120
Liforme Yoga Mat - $120
8. Resistance Bands Set
A set of versatile resistance bands from Rogue Fitness or TRX, ideal for strength training and mobility exercises.
Rogue Fitness Bands - $84
TRX bands - $167
9. Running Shoes
Top-tier running shoes like the Nike Air Zoom Alphafly, Brooks Ghost 15, or HOKA Clifton 9 for maximum comfort and performance.
Nike Air Zoom Alphafly - $285
Brooks Ghost 15 - $114
HOKA Clifton 9 - $115 to $145
10. Insulated Water Bottle
A durable and stylish water bottle like the Hydro Flask or Stanley Quencher to stay hydrated during workouts is a good stuffer or side gift. Wouldn’t get this as a lone gift lmao. I use my hydro religiously. Stanley maybe better for the women, would be super sus for a dude to have one.
Hydro Flask - $33
Stanley Quencher - $35 to $45
Outdoor Grilling, Gardening, & Cooking
1. High-Quality Grill Tool Set
A complete set of durable grilling tools like the Weber Deluxe Tool Set or Cuisinart Grill Set, including tongs, spatula, and basting brush.
Weber Deluxe Tool Set - $50
Trager Grill Tools - $199
Cuisinart Grill Set - $80 (William Sonoma)
2. Meat Thermometer
A precise and reliable meat thermometer like the ThermoWorks Thermapen ONE or MEATER Plus for perfectly cooked meats every time.
ThermoWorks Thermapen ONE - $76
MEATER Plus - $90 to $340
3. Gardening Tools & Equipment
There are some excellent bespoke brands of gardening equipment and accessories that you can find online for grandparents, moms, dads, and more. Gardening became much bigger during the pandemic. Celtic Farm is a great shop for custom items (linked below)
4. Smoking Chips or Pellets
A variety pack of flavored wood chips or pellets from brands like Traeger or Western BBQ for enhancing flavors.
Traeger Smoking Chips $22 to $30
5. Cast Iron Skillet or Grid
A rugged cast iron skillet or griddle from Lodge for versatile cooking on the grill.
6. BBQ Rubs and Sauces Gift Set
A curated set of premium BBQ rubs and sauces from brands like Meat Church or Blues Hog to elevate grilling flavors is a great option for those who love to cook or grill.
Meat Church Seasoning sampler - $45
Blues Hog Seasoning sampler - $50
7. Long American Walnut Charcuterie Board
A bespoke and high end custom Charcuterie Board for lovers of appetizers, small bites, and other samplings. Great gift for moms or those who love to host other people.
8. Outdoor Pizza Oven
A small wood-fired pizza oven like the Ooni Koda 12 for a unique grilling experience.
Ooni Koda 12 - $200 to $319 (William Sonoma)
9. BBQ Light or Grilling Gloves
Heat-resistant gloves from Ekogrips or a clip-on BBQ light for grilling safely and effectively in low-light conditions.
Ekogrips - $28
Clip on BBQ light - $12 - $25
Gaming & Computers
1. Mechanical Keyboard
A high-quality mechanical keyboard from brands like Keychron, Logitech G, or Corsair, with customizable RGB lighting and tactile feedback food games or other applications.
Keychron Keyboard - $70
Alienware - $70 to $200
Logitech G - $200
Corsair - $100 to $120
2. Gaming Headset
A premium gaming headset such as the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro, HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless, or Razer BlackShark V2 Pro for immersive audio and clear communication makes a difference for hardcore gamers, particularly as audio continues to evolve in next gen games.
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro - $174 to $340
HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless - $60 to $100
3. Ergonomic Gaming Chair
A comfortable and stylish gaming chair like the Secretlab Titan Evo 2024 or Herman Miller x Logitech G Embody, perfect for long gaming sessions.
Secretlab Titan Evo 2024 - $300
Herman Miller x Logitech G Embody - $1,400
4. Monitor or Monitor Stand
A high-performance gaming monitor like the LG UltraGear 27GP950 or a dual monitor stand to enhance productivity (financial models) and gameplay is clutch for those who work from home or spend a inordinate amount of time online.
LG UltraGear 27GP950 - $229
4. Call of Duty Black Ops 6
Better late than never — BLOPS 6 or similar titles can be a great gift for the guy that was hesitant to buy it. Good luck, everyone I know is already 5th Prestige or higher lmao.
Luxury Items for Men & Women
1. High end Loafers or Drivers
Sleds, drivers, and loafers are great gifts. Give your loved one the gift of steeze and aura this holiday season.
Jay Butler Loafers - $229 (sale is still live)
Peter Millar Leather Bit Loafer - $250
Loro Piana Summer Walk Suede Loafers - $980
Jack Erwin Driving Loafers - $126 (sale still live)
Allen Edmond Verona II loafer - $249
Ferragamo Driver with Gancini ornament - $477 (sale live)
2. Jewelry
Jewelry options for the women in your life that won’t entirely wreck your bank account.
Hermes Uni Bangle - $350
David Yurman Classic Cable Bracelet - $395
David Yurman Petite Chatelaine® Pendant Necklace - $495
Elsa Peretti Diamonds by the Yard® Bracelet - $560
Tiffany signature pearl earrings - $580
3. Assorted
Sleds, drivers, and loafers are great gifts. Give your loved one the gift of 0 and aura this holiday season.
Cashmere Blanket - $299 (William Sonoma)
Panthere De Cartier Belt - $530
Jo Malone Fresh Fig & Cassis Townhouse Candle - $140
Hermes Mosaique Au 24 Sushi Plate - $225
Mansur Gavriel Ballet Flats - $395
Ralph Lauren Garrett Tray - $495
Baccarat Four Elements Double Old-Fashioneds, Set of 4 - $600
Valse Bleue Coasters Set of Four, in Linen - $270
That’s all I have for you guys today — if you have any plugs or recs feel free to drop them in the comments. I also would encourage you to check out historical gift guides for ideas if nothing here looks like a pick or lock. Between the three there are hundreds of options for the holiday season.
We will be back tomorrow to cover the Biden pardon, the apparent return of Enron (or a new FTX type scam), XRP/LINK price action, Bitcoin being moved by the US Government, and more.
Going to be a wild week for markets. Money to be made.
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