If your holiday shopping list includes a builder or building professional, there’s no shortage this year of options for gifts that can be put to good use, including practical clothing, small tools, and even heavy-duty pens and notebooks.
We’ve collected a dozen gift ideas that play as hard as they work, including stocking stuffers, big-ticket items, and everything in between:
Enso Rings
The Elements silicone ring offers a safe and versatile day-to-day alternative to metal wedding bands for jobsites, shop work, or any other workplace where traditional bands could be uncomfortable or dangerous. The collection covers six band styles, each one infused with real precious materials – copper, gold, rose gold, silver, black pearl, or peacock quartz.
Each ring is engraved with breathable channels to promote airflow on the finger, and is designed to break away in case of emergencies. Matching sets and custom engraving options are available.
Price: $39.99 (Use the coupon code BUILDER for 25% off the purchase price)
Available at: ensorings.com

Drill Doctor
Drill Doctor
The Drill Doctor 750X sharpens carbide, colbalt, high-speed steel, black oxide, tin-coated, twist and masonry bits ranging from 3/32 inch to 3/4-inches in size. Its custom point angles can bet set anywhere from 115 to 140 degrees, and its adjustable material take-off function allows the user to set the precise amount of material to be removed during the sharpening process. The sharpener can also restore split-point drill bits, and features a push-to-stop splitting port to prevent over-splitting.
The kit includes a pre-installed 180 grit diamond sharpening wheel, a 3/4-inch chuck, and a wheel hub wrench for changing sharpening wheels.
Price: $139.95
Available at: Amazon.com
For more information: drilldoctor.com

Arlo
The Arlo Go smart security camera is designed for “on-the-go” use indoors and out, including neighborhood watches or construction site surveillance, with rechargeable, long-lasting batteries and an IP65 certified weather-resistant chassis. The camera automatically records motion- or sound-triggered events and transmits them to a connected cloud library via LTE mobile data connection, which users may access through the free Arlo app.
The app also allows users to set schedules, network multiple Arlo cameras, or activate two-way audio to listen in or talk back through the camera. The Arlo Go’s mobile and data service is available through an AT&T or Verizon plan, or directly through Arlo. No contracts or commitments are required for use.
Price: $349.99 (varies based on data provider)
Available at: arlo.com

MagnaReady
MagnaReady has introduced four new flannel designs for its line of self-buttoning dress shirts that feature magnetic closures instead of buttonholes for quick, easy dressing.
Each flannel looks like a standard dress shirt, with a row of decorative buttons in front. The shirt’s magnets are sewn into its placket, and provide a secure closure when stuck together. The material resists wrinkles and stains, and will not stick to the inside of a washing machine when the magnets are pressed closed.
The flannels are available in navy plaid, burgundy plaid, grey and navy plaid, and dark teal in mens’ sizes S-XXL.
Price: $64.95
Available at: magnaready.com

Rite in the Rain
Rite in the Rain
The All-Weather Belt Clip Pen’s pressurized ink cartridge allows it to write in almost any conditions: through water, sweat, grease or mud, upside down, and in temperatures down to -30 degrees Fahrenheit. The oversized clip hooks onto belts, pockets, or pants. The pen writes in black, with a safety orange handle for jobsite visibility.
Price: $12.95 (2-pack)
Available at: www.riteintherain.com

Hanes
The Hanes Tec Comfortgear series of comfort compression garments offers a number of comfort benefits for jobsite workers, including odor control, sun protection, and bi-directional compression to reduce fatigue during the workday. The garments’ X-Temp technology allows them to adapt to the wearer’s body temperature to reduce moisture, and the fabric’s ribbed texture stretches to fit.
The Active Comfort Tights are available in mens’ sizes M-XL, while the Active Comfort Sleeve and Active Comfort sock are available in one size.
Price: $11.99-$17.99
Available at: hanes.com

A Class 2 Safety Vest by SeeHerWork.
SeeHerWork
SeeHerWork provides protective gear and equipment sized and tailored for women in construction, energy, utilities, and other industrial careers. The current catalog includes Class 2 Safety Vests and high-visibility long-sleeve shirts, heavy-duty leather and impact gloves, a UV Protection Long Sleeve, a DebrisProtect Bra, a kit bag, and an engineer’s backpack.
Gear sizes range from a womens’ extra-small to 2XL, depending on the product. Footwear, safety glasses, work pants and coveralls, ear protection, respirators, and harnesses are currently in development.
Price: Varies by product
Available at: seeherwork.com

Night Tech Gear
OSHA-compliant Night Shift Shoe Lights are designed to protect jobsite and industrial workers from falls, collisions, or other personal safety hazards at night, providing increased productivity and reduced employer liability. The system incorporates four personal safety lights that clip to the front and back of a jobsite worker’s shoes, providing 400 lumens of LED light, 90 meters of forward visibility, and personal illumination from all sides.
Each light is packaged with a rechargeable and interchangeable battery pack that lasts up to 10 hours. The lights are available with or without Bluetooth connectivity.
Price: $99.95, $129.95 with Bluetooth connection
Available at: nighttechgear.com

Courtesy Klein Tools
Klein Tools
The Tradesman Pro Magnetic Wristband collects small magnetic parts, including wire nuts, screws, bits and nails, in one place for easy access. The wristband’s adjustable hook-and-loop closure fits most wrist sizes, but may also be wrapped around a belt or tool bag.
The band’s rare earth magnets are sealed under a1680d ballistic material exterior, and the interior’s breathable mesh is designed to stay comfortable against the skin for long periods of time.
Price: $20-26
Retailers available at: kleintools.com

Spider Holster
The Spider Tool Holster allows users to carry handheld tools directly at their hip, providing both access and secure handling. The holster clips to any belt or toolbelt, while the universal Tool Grip attaches to any handheld tool, with silicone interior beads for a strong-grip surface.
The Tool Grip’s pin is designed to slide and click securely into the holster. Users can lift the lever on the holster’s side to release the lock and access the tool. Expansion sets are available for additional tool types.
Price: $20 for base holster kit, $15 for expansion set
Available at: spidertoolholster.com

WORX
The WORX Storage Step Stool serves as both a 13-inch step stool and a portable tool box. The main storage bin measures 14.5 in. wide, 10.5 in. long and 5.5 inches deep, while a lower pull-out drawer, located under the step, measures 8.5 in. long, 9 in. wide and 2.75 in. deep. The whole stool can carry up to 28 pounds of equipment, and has a weight-bearing capacity of 324 pounds.
By itself, the nylon resin stool weighs 7.15 pounds. The lid features an integrated handle for transport, while the inner box features a metal clasp to secure tools.
Price: $39.99
Available at: worx.com

BLU Notebooks
The 50-page BLU Notebook imitates the look and feel of traditional blueprint paper, with bright blue pages crisscrossed by overlapping 10:1 and 2:1 scaling grids. The book is spiral bound, with perforated pages and a durable cardboard cover.
BLU recommends white or brightly colored gel/paint pens for an authentic blueprint look, and each notebook comes with a Sakura White Gelly Roll 10 Bold Gel Pen. (The pages are compatible with standard ballpoint pens and other implements.)
The standard size measures 8.25×11”, with a mini edition (5”x7”) coming soon.
Price: $15.95
Available at: blunotebooks.com