Best Father’s Day Gifts for Shooters

For many of us, it was Dear Ol' Dad who taught us how to shoot a gun—it certainly was for yours truly. At 14, my dad took me to a rural farm in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains to shoot Coke cans set atop an old wooden fence with a .22 rifle. From there, I graduated to .410 bore and then onto a 12-gauge shotgun.

Fast forward many years (and many more firearms shot) later, I find myself typing up this list of the best Father's Day gifts for shooters in honor of the men who love their guns almost as much as their children. It's because of their passion for the outdoors and the Second Amendment that we can continue to make days out at the range the ultimate father-child bonding experience.

If dear ol' Dad likes military-style weapons, then he'll love the FN M249S PARA Rifle—the latest addition to FN's Military Collector Series. The PARA was designed with a shorter barrel and a collapsible buttstock and retains all of the features of the FN M249 SAW.

First on our list of Father's Day gifts for shooters is the Wipe-Out Foaming Bore Solvent. Your dad is probably no stranger to a post-range gun cleaning session, so why not get him a can of WIPE-OUT™, an odorless foaming bore cleaner, to add to his cleaning kit? Unlike competitive alternatives, which often contain harsh chemicals with nasty odors, WIPE-OUT™ offers a safer and more effective solution. All Dad has to do is spray and wipe!

While we're on the topic of gun cleaning, allow me to introduce you to the Vital Impact All-In-One Gun Cleaning Kit. Periodically, we all need to replace our bore brushes and mops, so do Dad a favor and get him a set of brand-spankin' new gun cleaning tools.

Kit includes:

• 6 solid brass rods for pistols and rifles
• 1 33-inch pull cord
• 1 multifunction handle for rods, pull cord, and driver sets
• 11 brass wire brushes to fit: 12 ga. & 20 ga. .410 bore .45 cal .40 cal .357/.38/9mm .30 cal .270 cal 6mm .22 cal .17 cal 12 ga. & 20 ga..410 bore.45 cal.40 cal.357/.38/9mm.30 cal.270 cal6mm.22 cal.17 cal
• Six mops to fit: 12 ga. & 20 ga. .410 bore .357/.38/9mm .22 cal .17 cal 12 ga. & 20 ga..410 bore.357/.38/9mm.22 cal.17 cal
• 3 adapters for shotgun/rifle/pistol mops and brushes
• 50 pieces of 3-inch x 3-inch cleaning patches

• 12 ga. & 20 ga.
• .410 bore
• .45 cal
• .40 cal
• .357/.38/9mm
• .30 cal
• .270 cal
• 6mm
• .22 cal
• .17 cal

• 12 ga. & 20 ga.
• .410 bore
• .357/.38/9mm
• .22 cal
• .17 cal

Help Dad keep his shooting gear stowed more efficiently and securely with the Magpul DAKA Takeout Kit Bag. This tough, weather-resistant 3.5-liter bag is made with polymer-infused textiles and RF-welded seams for years of hard use. Plus, the water-resistant YKK AquaGuard® zipper adds another layer of protection.

If your dad has long guns that pack a serious punch, then he'll no doubt appreciate the Caldwell Shooting Lead Sled 3. This tool drastically reduces recoil by as much as 95% while firmly keeping firearms on target. Its new skeletonized front rest safeguards guns with its non-marring surfaces. The enhanced rear buttstock cradle employs cutting-edge Shock Eliminator Technology and also features a non-marring cradle to ensure firearms remain securely positioned.

Last on our list of Father's Day gifts for shooters is the Remington Mini Dehumidifier. The Remington Dehumidifier safeguards Dad's firearms from moisture to prevent corrosion and irreparable damage. The Mini Dehumidifier was designed using innovative water crystal technology to efficiently attract and retain moisture. This compact, portable device can go wherever Dad goes without the need for a plug or extension cord. The Mini Dehumidifier was engineered to operate within enclosures of up to 333 cubic feet. This means Dad can turn your bedroom into his own John Wick-style gun vault!

The Mini Dehumidifier conveniently delivers up to 60 days of protection before requiring recharging. The indicator window signals when it's time for a battery charge, which can be accomplished in just a few hours.

If Dad doesn't have a gun safe already (or if he could use another!), consider gifting him the Redfield 12 + 3 Gun Safe. This safe is built from sturdy 14-gauge steel and finished with a sleek powder-coat exterior. Inside, it’s fully carpeted and features dark vinyl-trimmed shelves. Security is top-notch with five locking points controlled by an easy-to-use electronic keypad, including three live-action steel bolts and two deadbolts. It offers 40-minute fire protection at up to 1,400°F and even comes with batteries for the digital lock. The interior is thoughtfully designed with an adjustable shelf, a gun rack that holds up to 12 long guns.