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Every year you have a full year of gift ideas needed for birthdays, anniversaries, and holidays. It can be difficult coming up with unique gifts for multiple occasions throughout the year, so we’ve gathered some of our favorite iron gifts that any man in your life will enjoy.

Iron has been around for centuries and while it may not be the first thing you think of when brainstorming gift ideas, its rustic and traditional qualities appeal to many people. Quality pieces that are crafted from iron can give your home an authentic look. They can also be customized fully to your needs, making the gift even more special.

Whether it’s your husband’s birthday coming up or you’re getting prepared for Valentine’s Day or Chirstmas, we have a product that will work for you. Read on for our top five iron gifts that your husband, brother, or father will enjoy.

1. For the Handyman – a Gator Grip Socket

A Gator Grip socket is a must-have gift for any man that likes to do DIY projects around the house. It is designed to fit around any bolt, screw, or nut, making it an essential tool. The Gator Grip comes equipped with 54 steel rods that are able to fit around all sizes and shapes, even stripped nuts.

Gator Grip socks come in small or king-size, but if you can’t decide which one to get, why not get both? An XL universal Gator Grip socket will fit 7/16″ to 1-1/4″ fastener heads. The original Gator Grip fits from 1/4″ to 3/4″ items. It is self-adjusting and will find standard or metric measurements.

The handyman in your life with thank you for getting them a thoughtful and convenient gift. Their projects will be even easier without the hassle of digging through their toolbox to find the exact size socket they need.

2. For the Foodie – a Pizza Oven Door

Who among us doesn’t love pizza? It is one of the most popular dishes in the world. If you’re lucky enough to have a stone or wood-fired pizza oven in your backyard, then make sure it is equipped with an iron pizza door. This luxurious gift will make an excellent gift for an anniversary or birthday.

Our pizza oven doors come in all shapes and sizes. You can choose from a variety of design aesthetics depending upon what your special guy likes. Choose from Mediterranean, Rustic, Craftsman, Tuscan, Old World, Victorian, Scandinavian, and many more when selecting your iron pizza oven door.

If you’re looking for something specific, you can custom select the design of your door. Select a round or pointed arch or whether you’d like metal or wooden handles. The customization options are endless, ensuring a quality pizza making experience once you have it installed.

3. For the Beer or Soda Lover – a Bottle Opener

If your guy enjoys drinking beer or classic sodas out of the bottle, then he will love an iron bottle opener. A twisted iron bottle opener makes for a special gift due to it’s unique and one of a kind shape. The finished product is made from raw iron with just a clear coat on top. He’ll be able to enjoy the authenticity of the metal while popping a cap off his favorite drink.

For something even more distinctive, select a leaf iron bottle opener. Handmade by our own blacksmiths, the top of the bottle opener is a leaf. He will be the envy of all his friends at the next neighborhood BBQ when he pulls out his iron bottle opener to open everyone’s drinks.

4. For the Decorator – a Custom Cutout Sign

Our custom cutout iron signs are one of our most popular gift ideas and would make for a thoughtful gift for a home office, man cave, or garage. We have a variety of designs to choose from, so if he is into western, Native American, or religious art decor, we have something he will be sure to love.

Each sign is handmade and most signs can be further customized by you. On some pieces, you can select the type of finish you would like, from gunmetal to oil rubbed bronze, to rusty metal patina. Feel confident you are purchasing a gift that no one else on the block will have.

If you’d like to take it even further, work with us to create a completely custom design. Have a cutout sign made of his favorite sports team or of one of his favorite images. No matter what you’re imagining, we can work with you to create the perfect gift.

5. For the Organizer – Iron Hooks

There’s nothing more frustrating than seeing coats and jackets thrown either on the floor and the back of the couch. A traditional Tuscan hook makes an elegant and simple way to hang up any coats or backpacks that are normally on the floor.

While a hook may not seem like a traditional gift, giving a set of rustic hooks for someone’s garage or workspace can be a cool way for them to organize their tools and supplies. An iron lag hook is an interesting way for someone to hang things from a ceiling and come in a variety of finishes.

Iron Gifts for Any Occasion

No matter what he’s into, we have something that makes a perfect iron gift for him. While iron gifts may not be the thing your mind typically jumps to when thinking of something to get for an upcoming birthday, anniversary, or holiday, many men will enjoy and appreciate the rustic and custom look of any iron made product.

Whether you’re looking for iron anniversary gifts for him or for any other occasion, there is something for everyone. Contact us if you’d like to look into a custom made special order item for a gift this year. We will respond to you within 24-48 hours and look forward to working with you on your custom gift.