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Small gifts under $50 that earn a place in a pack, a pocket or a truck: knives, tools, light, warmth and something to drink from.
13 gifts from 8 stores, each in stock at its last price check.
Picks updated November 6, 2026 · Picked by GearChase
An ultra-compact, low-profile headlamp for walking the dog, chores in the dark or a night on the trail.
An 11-in-1 multi-tool for small fixes at home, in the truck or at camp.
A camp multi-tool with a 2.2-inch blade and tools for setting up and taking down camp.
A small folding knife with tweezers built in, handy for splinters and ticks after a hike.
A Swiss pocket knife with a 3-inch blade for everyday tasks outdoors.
A small slip-joint pocket knife with plain and serrated blades.
A waterproof dry bag that keeps a phone, keys or a fishing license dry, with mesh pockets inside.
A 1-liter shatter-resistant water bottle with a Chug Cap for hikes and long days outside.
A pocket knife sharpener that works on serrated blades too, no oils or stones needed.
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A GORE-TEX camo beanie that stays dry and warm in wet, cold weather on a stand or a hike.
A cuffed beanie with a recycled polyester lining for chilly mornings.
A classic high-polish chrome Zippo with the Crown stamp, for lighting campfires and stoves.
A string of colored LED camp lights on three AAA batteries for the tent or campsite after the fire dies down.
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