Buying for the man who has everything is hard. He doesn't need another gadget, and he's already got a wallet, a belt and a bag. So give him something he hasn't got: a piece with a story. Every gift below is handmade from something that had a past life, from motorbike tyres to bike chains, skateboards and army tents, so no two are the same.
Whether it's for a birthday, Christmas, Father's Day or an anniversary, here are our favourite unique gifts for men, sorted by the kind of man you're buying for.
For the biker
Recycled Motorbike Tyre Belt – £40
Cut from a reclaimed motorbike tyre by our artisans in Indonesia, with the tread still visible. A belt with real road miles behind it, built to last for years.
See all our gifts for bikers.
For the cyclist
Recycled Bicycle Chain Cufflinks – £30
Made in Nottingham from worn-out bike chains collected from local repair shops, then cleaned, cut and reassembled by hand. Smart enough for a wedding, with a story he'll enjoy telling.
Bradley Bike Messenger Bag – £155
For the cycling commuter: made from bike tyres, truck inner tubes and army tent canvas, with a hip strap to keep it steady and a padded sleeve for up to a 15-inch laptop.
Kenny Bike Saddle Bag – £50
A compact, water-resistant saddle bag for tools and essentials, made from reclaimed tyres, inner tubes and canvas.
More ideas in our gifts for cyclists and bike messenger and cycling bags.
For the skater (or ex-skater)
Recycled Skateboard Bottle Opener Keyring – £12
Made from broken skateboard decks in Solo, Indonesia, by a keen skater turned artisan. The coloured layers of plywood make every one different.
Recycled Skateboard Cufflinks – £30
The same colourful deck layers, in a pair of cufflinks for the man who still has his old board in the loft.
See all our gifts for skaters.
For the traveller and adventurer
Soldier Roll-Top Laptop Backpack
Made from decommissioned army tent canvas and inner tube, with an expandable roll top, waist belt and padded laptop sleeve. Pair it with the matching Nova wash bag.
Platoon Recycled Canvas Bum Bag – £70
Army tent canvas and inner tube, worn round the waist or across the body. Ideal for festivals, city breaks and days outdoors.
Read the story behind the canvas in From army tent to everyday bag.
For the man who notices the details
Ben Recycled Wallet – £42
A classic bi-fold made from truck inner tube instead of leather, with a coin compartment and a colourful lining. Its plastic press stud makes it suitable for anyone with a metal allergy.
Jelani Twisted Recycled Brass Bangle – £45
Handmade in Nairobi, Kenya, from broken brass taps. Over time it softens to a warm, matt gold. Read more in Made by Kenyan artisans.
Small gifts and stocking fillers
Thor Double-Ended Inner Tube Keyring – £18
Simple, tough and useful every day.
Browse all our gifts under £20, or let him choose with a gift voucher.
Quick answers
What do you buy a man who has everything?
Something he couldn't buy on the high street. A handmade piece with a story, like a belt cut from a motorbike tyre or cufflinks made from a bike chain, is far more memorable than another gadget.
Are these gifts vegan?
Our rubber, canvas, bike chain and skateboard pieces contain no leather. If he's vegan, see our full guide to the best vegan gifts for men.
Do your gifts come gift-wrapped?
Our jewellery and cufflinks come in a gift box or gift bag with a small card explaining what each piece is made from.
Shop all eco gifts for him. Free UK delivery on orders over £50.
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