Squeaky 135 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 Hello Everyone: One of my boss's sons is a new SEAL. He's due to presumably go over to the sand box somewhere. Somewhere soon. We assume Iraq. Wanting to show patriotic support, I humbly ask what might be something I can get this great guy that he can use over there. I honestly don't know what I can get as a civilian that the military won't provide. I assume SEALS get all kinds of fun toys to play with. I'm referring to gear or any small personal weapons he might need. I thought a boot knife might be nice, but maybe a telescoping mirror (like car mechanics use) for looking around corners would be welcome too. Maybe I've seen "Private Ryan" too many times. Maybe there's some sort of tool or binoculars folks like to have in the field. Elbow and knee pads? I'm open to any suggestions. I just thought I'd ask you guys first before I buy anything. Thank you. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sim_Player 1,939 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 (edited) Edited June 1, 2016 by Sim_Player Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jerry52 893 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 Net flex movie sucription Quote Link to post Share on other sites
magsite20 1,664 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 (edited) I don't think you'd be able to arm him better than what a SEAL will get from the Navy, some good suggestions can be found in this: http://www.military.com/deployment/what-to-send-someone-who-is-deployed.html and as someone who has had MREs the ones about stuff to dress up the meals would sound pretty good to me. Edited June 1, 2016 by the 4th Doctor Quote Link to post Share on other sites
poolingmyignorance 2,191 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 Get him something with his unit logo he can put up at home up enjoy, the few days he gets to. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Garys4598 1,065 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 (edited) A high-end fixed blade would likely be a nice gift.... one that's designed for harsh climates and salt water of course. You should not concern yourself with considering mirrors or knee pads or any of that kind of stuff. As previously mentioned, he will be essentially fitted with anything and everything he could possible need. Edited June 2, 2016 by Gary 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Juggernaut 11,054 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 an EGA!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HB of CJ 1,263 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 Strange gift but consider the anti body stink gel type antiperspirant deodorants like the various NON SCENTED Gillette products. We use this shit during deer season. It amazingly stops about 90% of a humans body odor. Slavered up using half the turn screw bottle you still sweat and it does wear off, but perhaps the new real deal SEAL might appreciate situations where his western American body odor DOES NOT give him away. Plain old baking soda and table salt also seems to kill bad human breath, at least for a short time. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gunfun 3,931 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 Ask him after he gets there? I remember getting gifts on this basis for a few friends who were deployed for the first round of our last Iraq campaign. I am pretty sure all the stuff we got them was traded away quickly and not really appreciated as much as boxes of cookies. i.e. eotechs and stuff like that. I think what you want before deployment seldom matches what you actually want in the field. Only thing I ever had for seals was copper coated lead, but we might be talking about something different. Stinkin' fish swipin', net ruining no good for nothin' overpopulated..... 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Doug Hartley 526 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 How about a high quality folding knife. Made in Idaho, USA. Chris Reeve Sebenza-21 Doug 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Odd Man Out 1,283 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 (edited) One of many things I learned in the .mil was that spending bucks on a great field knife was a waste of money -- they get used and abused. The guy needs a blade that can take and hold an edge. One that he does not need to worry about losing it. Also, you can always tell the newb by the pretty knife... Edited June 1, 2016 by Odd Man Out Quote Link to post Share on other sites
yakdung 2,926 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 Three quick suggestions. http://www.benchmade.com/automaticknives/adamas-family.htmlhttp://www.benchmade.com/automaticknives/afo-ii-family.htmlhttp://www.benchmade.com/automaticknives/bedlam-family.html Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jerry52 893 Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 May we all can chip in and send a few guys something nice. I am sure the mods could work out the details. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Odd Man Out 1,283 Posted June 2, 2016 Report Share Posted June 2, 2016 When I was in a SpecOps unit (2002) I was issued a Benchmade auto stryker so if that is still the case a folder might not be a great idea... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
magsite20 1,664 Posted June 2, 2016 Report Share Posted June 2, 2016 May we all can chip in and send a few guys something nice. I am sure the mods could work out the details. How about we the American people chip in and get them an honorable commander in chief to follow. Maybe the best ideal I've seen is wait till they're and ask what do they want or need. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
storm6490 2,768 Posted June 3, 2016 Report Share Posted June 3, 2016 Rolex explorer. No date, no bullshit. http://m.rolex.com/watches/explorer/m214270-0001.html?s_kwcid=AL!141!3!63453282405!e!!g!!rolex%20explorer&s_kwcid=AL!141!3!63453282405!e!!g!!rolex%20explorer&ef_id=V1EFvQAABd@UtwrQ:20160603042117:s Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Doug Hartley 526 Posted June 3, 2016 Report Share Posted June 3, 2016 Rolex explorer. No date, no bullshit. http://m.rolex.com/watches/explorer/m214270-0001.html?s_kwcid=AL!141!3!63453282405!e!!g!!rolex%20explorer&s_kwcid=AL!141!3!63453282405!e!!g!!rolex%20explorer&ef_id=V1EFvQAABd@UtwrQ:20160603042117:s He's a SEAL, he needs a Submariner but that might be a bit much at around $5,000. Since the OP asked about gifts for his Boss's son I would think something in the $200-$300 range would be suitable. It would be difficult to pick some type of equipment that will not be provided by the Govt. so I would find a small personal item that is unique or custom made. Doug Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sim_Player 1,939 Posted June 4, 2016 Report Share Posted June 4, 2016 Rolex explorer. No date, no bullshit. http://m.rolex.com/watches/explorer/m214270-0001.html?s_kwcid=AL!141!3!63453282405!e!!g!!rolex%20explorer&s_kwcid=AL!141!3!63453282405!e!!g!!rolex%20explorer&ef_id=V1EFvQAABd@UtwrQ:20160603042117:s He's a SEAL, he needs a Submariner but that might be a bit much at around $5,000. Since the OP asked about gifts for his Boss's son I would think something in the $200-$300 range would be suitable. It would be difficult to pick some type of equipment that will not be provided by the Govt. so I would find a small personal item that is unique or custom made. Doug Hence the idea of a special pouch to keep valuables in. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
G O B 3,516 Posted June 4, 2016 Report Share Posted June 4, 2016 Maybe just pay for his 'phone/internet? The last thing a SEAL needs is anything else to carry! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Odd Man Out 1,283 Posted June 4, 2016 Report Share Posted June 4, 2016 +1 That is an excellent suggestion -- one of the biggest morale boosts is being able to be in contact with your loved ones while apart Quote Link to post Share on other sites
patriot 7,197 Posted June 4, 2016 Report Share Posted June 4, 2016 Prepaid phone cards are a big hit with the deployed troops. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
semper299 284 Posted June 4, 2016 Report Share Posted June 4, 2016 Patriot beat me to it. Prepaid phone cards. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Odd Man Out 1,283 Posted June 5, 2016 Report Share Posted June 5, 2016 Best idea = get the warrior a SAT phone... 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
patriot 7,197 Posted June 12, 2016 Report Share Posted June 12, 2016 A big bag of black athletic socks. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HB of CJ 1,263 Posted June 13, 2016 Report Share Posted June 13, 2016 If possible and if affordable a bunch of silly comic book subscriptions. Or a bunch of paperback romance novels. Getting past the censors might be a concern. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
patriot 7,197 Posted June 13, 2016 Report Share Posted June 13, 2016 "Mouthwash" hic! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
liberty -r- death 1,445 Posted June 14, 2016 Report Share Posted June 14, 2016 Beef jerky Quote Link to post Share on other sites
storm6490 2,768 Posted June 15, 2016 Report Share Posted June 15, 2016 Rolex explorer. No date, no bullshit. http://m.rolex.com/watches/explorer/m214270-0001.html?s_kwcid=AL!141!3!63453282405!e!!g!!rolex%20explorer&s_kwcid=AL!141!3!63453282405!e!!g!!rolex%20explorer&ef_id=V1EFvQAABd@UtwrQ:20160603042117:s He's a SEAL, he needs a Submariner but that might be a bit much at around $5,000. Since the OP asked about gifts for his Boss's son I would think something in the $200-$300 range would be suitable. It would be difficult to pick some type of equipment that will not be provided by the Govt. so I would find a small personal item that is unique or custom made. Doug A seal will not like the non CSOC movement of the Submariner and will probably trash the bezel on it within a week. The explorer, not II, is a gents watch that will never fail you, has kick ass lume, csoc proven movement and can be traded for a ride home or whatever gear you need in a time of peril. Seals are issued the best dive computers in the world. No need for an antiquated 15minute bezel to pop off on your. I'm quite certain they do other things than dive. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Atomic Punk 25 Posted June 24, 2016 Report Share Posted June 24, 2016 (edited) A SEAL will be issued a very nice watch and more knives than he can use. Team guys love their knives. Honestly, anything military related will be a waste of your money. He will get everything he needs on that front. He will also get more unit logo stuff over the course of his career than he can handle. Nearly all of those guys dip but technically, tobacco can't go through APO/FPO system. What he needs will really depend on where he goes but home made baked goods sealed up in saran wrap really well are welcome anywhere and everywhere. I liked getting good coffee too. Edited June 24, 2016 by Atomic Punk Quote Link to post Share on other sites
G O B 3,516 Posted June 24, 2016 Report Share Posted June 24, 2016 Buy him 'phone time so he can CALL YOU if there is something he wants - when he is ????? doing ????? and would like a XXXXX. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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