The Ultimate List of 40th Birthday Gifts For Men That Will Start Off His Forties Right

Updated: Oct 29 2022

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The birthday boy may think that his best birthday years are behind him, but he couldn't be more wrong and you'll prove it with any of these 40th birthday gifts for men. They're awesome, they're sophisticated, they're fun, they're crass, they're functional, they're laugh-out-loud funny, they're things that he didn't know he needed, and they're all carefully selected for dudes hitting the big 4-0 (and maybe guys in their 30s, too). They cover every interest and hobby, they'll encourage him to try new things, and treat him to unforgettable experiences. Any guy that's coming up on the age 40 will find dozens of items they like, and even more that they love. Best of all, most can follow him from his 40th to his 50th, 60th, 70th, and beyond. They're long-lasting, so don't be surprised if you see them by his side when he's blowing out the candles at age 41.

The 40th Birthday Game

At forty, there are certain things a man should know. He can prove that he knows all those things and more with this clever trivia game. It's a unique deck with over 140 questions printed on it that are made for 40-year-olds.

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I Wrote A Book About You

Your man's been walking the Earth for 40 years, but he's probably never had anyone sit down and tell him just how special he is. With I Wrote a Book About You, you can tell him how you really feel thanks to a series of prompts that'll light up your writer's brain.

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100 Things to Do Bucket List Scratch Off Poster

At 40, he's in that zone where he can settle into a slump or start adventuring more. With the 100 Things to Do Bucket List poster, he'll have all the inspiration he needs to explore the world around him in the best way. From skydiving to donating blood, it's a fascinating journey your dude is sure to enjoy.

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Throwback Candy Box

There's a special place in a kid's heart and memory for the candies that they used to beg their parents for in the check lanes. With this throwback candy box, they can enjoy them again. Everything from candy cigarettes to Big League chew is packed in the box of sweet memories.

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Never Forget Funny Retro T-Shirt

Confuse a Gen-Zer by rolling up to the party wearing this funny retro t-shirt. You're officially old if you know that the design on the shirt contains a floppy disk, VHS, and cassette tape, but you'll feel younger when you're wearing this shirt in an array of rainbow colors.

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Scratch Off Naughty Birthday Card

Give your man what he wants for his 40th birthday: sex. The kind is up to you, BUTT it is his birthday so maybe put that underneath the heart that'll scratch off to reveal what treat he'll be entitled, too. He'd also probably enjoy an oral presentation after you give him the handmade card.

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The Ultra Fast Meat Defrosting Tray

Don't make a man wait for his meat, he needs it now! It doesn't matter what he's defrosting, this tray works like magic (literally) to defrost his BBQ-to-be in less than 60 minutes. It requires no electricity, no wires, no water, nothing, all you need to do is put it on the counter and it's ready to go.

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Chill-O-Matic Automatic Drink Chiller

When you hit 40, you're gonna start having some senior moments, and they'll probably start with putting cans in the fridge. If you forgot, use the Chill-o-Matic to pretend you didn't. The miracle machine needs only 60 seconds to take your drink from zero to a heroic zero degrees.

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Lazy Daze Hammock

The older a man gets, the longer his afternoon naps get. There's no sense in wasting that valuable daylight napping inside, instead, he can snooze on the Lazy Daze hammock. The hammock has a padded pillow for added comfort, and has space for two people to chill.

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#10

The Ultimate Grilling Spice Kit

Take a trip around the United States of Grill-merica with this twenty-piece spice kit. The spices are divided up into four categories (adventure, travel, classic, and staples) to give you the best and most in-depth barbecuing experience available.

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#11

Endlessly Singing Prank Happy Birthday Card

You've got a voice for silent films, so let this prank birthday card do the singing for you. Even better, it sings forever. As soon as your buddy opens it up, it'll start going off like a broken car alarm. If he tries to break it to make it shut up, it'll explode with glitter. Win-win.

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#12

40th Birthday Party Decor

Doesn't matter how old you are, you're never too old for balloons. This party kit will get things started with more than a dozen latex balloons that sparkle, two Mylar balloons that'll tell the room how old he is, and a birthday banner that shines.

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#13

Exotic Meat Jerky Sticks

Turkey or beef, it seems like there have only ever been two jerky choices forever, not just for the last 40 years. Shake up his life by introducing him to alligator, emu, kangaroo, and more with the flavors in this exotic meat jerky stick set.

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#14

Carnivore Club Artisanal Meat Subscription Box

Gentlemen, meet meat like you've never met meat before. The Carnivore Club collection allows him to indulge his inner caveman with a selection of dried artisanal meats that he can't find on store shelves. It even includes a guide on how to best enjoy them.

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#15

Bose Frames Open-Ear Audio Sunglasses

Finally, a way to listen to your wife and listen to music at the same time! Next time your dude wants to zone out at a boring party, the high-tech sound equipment in these fly AF headphones will do the trick. And while he's listening, he can rest his eyes behind polarized lenses designed to protect.

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#16

Golf Club Bluetooth Speaker and Power Bank

When he and the boys are out on the links, there's no need for it to be in silence. They can rock out with a golf club that plays music. This genius speaker and power bank is Bluetooth-enabled and has an hours-long battery life to keep it going as long as the game does.

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#17

BodyBoss Portable Home Gym

Turn that dad bod into a rad bod, they don't call it the "flabby forties" for a reason. With the BodyBoss, you can get a full-body guided strength or HIIT workout with a simple piece of plastic and some bands. You'll hurt the next day, but it's one step toward the swole body you've always wanted.

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#18

Ultimate Toys For Men

At forty your man is established enough in life that he might be looking to add some luxury to it. This book is filled with only the most exquisite items, from the contemporary to the traditional, the material to the experiential. It’s a masterclass of living life on the finer side, and will give him sophisticated goals.

$56 .44

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#19

100 Beers Bucket List Poster

Your man's had a lot of beers in his 40 years but has he had good beers? This 100 Beers Bucket List POster is a who's who of the beers that he should be trying during his next 40 years cleverly disguised as a contemporary art poster.

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#20

Portable Campfire

A studio apartment is no excuse not to have the boys over for a bonfire. With this portable campfire in his hiking bag or at his house, a man can have a little rustic fun and a lot of s'mores anytime. The canister is lightweight, portable, and completely self-contained with an impressive 5 hour burn time.

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#21

Foldable DJI Drone

Get him to put down his video game controller and pick up a cooler one by giving him a foldable drone. The drone has a host of automatic functions that make it easier to pilot so he can focus on other things, like taking amazing pictures and video with the built-in camera.

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#22

Therapeutic Weighted Sleep Blanket

Sleep is something he's going to have to start paying attention to if he wants to look like Prince Charming instead of a toad. With a weighted sleeping blanket, he'll be out like a light every night. The added weight inside the plush blanket is proven to reduce anxiety, which leads to a night of deeper, longer sleep.

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#23

Rotating Pizza Oven

What if you could cook a pizza more evenly using less energy and do it faster than using a conventional oven? You'd make room on your countertop for that appliance in a heartbeat. The magic device is this rotating pizza oven that has two heating elements to cover every inch of your cheesy dinner.

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#24

Straight Outta My 30's Shirt

Say goodbye to any shot of getting carded at the grocery store and hello to getting asked if you're divorced, you're straight outta your 30's. You can still cling to those early 40's by wearing this shirt, which bears a striking resemblance to an NWA album and will make you feel more basass.

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#25

Lego Bugatti Chiron

When your wife won't let you have the car you REALLY want for your mid-life crisis, build the same one you want out of Legos. The Bugatti Chiron ain't for kids, it's got 3599 pieces and when assembled, is a majestic creation that measures 5"x22"x9". It's an impressive display piece and has many functioning parts.

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#26

This is 40 Blu-Ray

On the eve of your 40th birthday, you'll want to watch Judd Apatow's This is 40. The movie quickly entered comedy legend for a reason, it's a hilarious take on what everyday life is like when you hit that 4-0, for good and for ill, but always for laughs.

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#27

Bespoke Pour-Over Coffee Carafe

Mr. Coffee has had his time, your man is 40 and it's time to grow up. With this pour-over coffee carafe, he'll be making brews so good that chicks who stayed over will stick around for breakfast. It's easy to use and only requires a paper filter and pour of water to make it happen.

$99 .00

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#28

The Deep Tissue Massage Gun

The journey to get swole is a long one and it feels even longer at 40. Help keep a guy on track and free from DOMS with a high-powered massage gun with a variety of speed, percussion, and vibration settings that soothe achy muscles and eliminate knots and cramps.

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#29

Expandable Hard Shell Luggage

Forty is a time when you're meant to discover parts of yourself that have been dormant since you dreamed about them in your twenties. With this set of hard shell luggage, you can get the hell out and start living life. The 3-set is lockable, stands up right on its own, and expands to add 15% more space for souveniers.

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#30

Manscaping Trim Kit

Ladies don't want to play through the rough to get to the green, and a guy that wants her to go play with his balls can score a hole-in-one by trimming that bush. The Manscaping trim kit is designed with the family jewels in mind and won't nick, catch, or otherwise damage his precious cargo.

$79 .99

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