If you’ve ever had the task of shopping for a hunter in your life, then you know how tough it can be. Not only do you want to buy them something you know they’ll use, but you want to get them a piece of gear they don’t already own. Camo, gear, knives, calls, you name it, they likely have it, or the price tag is eye-watering. Fear not, Gerber has a tool or two that can actually make a difference in the field—or back at camp. Whether they’re deep in the backcountry or shooting the breeze at deer camp, these Gerber picks will earn a permanent place in their kit.
- Randy Newberg EBS Fixed Blade Knife
If there’s one tool a hunter can’t live without, it’s a solid knife. Designed with legendary hunter Randy Newberg, this fixed-blade knife is built for every step of field dressing—whether your hunter prefers the gutless method or the traditional open cavity. The EBS comes with task-specific 440C steel blades that hold up season after season, and the tailored designs mean cleaner cuts, better meat yields, and less wasted time in the field. It’s built to be lightweight and compact, it slides into a discreet carry box so it won’t rattle around in a pack. For a big game hunter, especially an elk hunter, this is the gift that will knock it out of the park.
- Gator Clip Point Folding Knife with Sheath
Some gear earns “classic” status for a reason, and the Gator Clip Point is one of those pieces. Comfortable, secure, and ready for work in any condition–the patented Gator Grip handle is iconic. Add in the portability of a folding blade, and you’ve got a knife that transitions seamlessly from field dressing to everyday carry. It’s the kind of tool that’s always welcome in a hunter’s pack, truck, or tackle box. The reliability of this American-made knife is unprecedented, and is the ultimate gift for the serious hunter.
- Center-Drive Multi-Tool with Sheath
Problems show up no matter what you’re doing. Whether it’s a loose screw on the rifle scope, fixing something on the truck, a binding in the tree stand, you have to be able to fix it on the fly. That’s where the USA-made Center-Drive Multi-Tool gets to work. With a center-axis screwdriver that actually functions like the real deal (no wobbly, off-center nonsense), a 30% longer outboard blade, and one-thumb sliding jaws, it delivers serious performance when it matters most. This isn’t a “backup tool”—it’s a first-line solution packed into a portable design.
- E-Tool Folding Shovel
Here’s the underrated hero of any hunting kit. Whether it’s digging a fire pit, clearing brush, or dealing with those less glamorous but always necessary camp chores, the E-Tool Folding Shovel gets it done. Originally designed for the US military, it’s a rugged American-made shovel with a glass-filled nylon handle, aluminum shaft, and powder-coated steel blade, and it even has a serrated edge for chopping or sawing roots. Lightweight and collapsible, it doesn’t take up much space but can handle some serious abuse. This is the kind of tool that hunters don’t always buy for themselves, but once they have it, they’ll wonder how they ever managed without.
- 16-Piece ComplEAT Cookware Set
Hunting isn’t all glassing and hiking; it’s also about the meals you make on the trip. The 16-piece ComplEAT Cook Set has everything you need to make a hearty meal at camp. With a stock pot, sauté pan, and tableware designed for generous portions, this set handles everything from backstrap fajitas to chili on a cold night. The 3-ply base ensures even cooking, and when the meal’s done, it all nests together into a compact storage bag.
It all comes down to this: the hunters in your life don’t just need gear, they need the right gear. Get them the tools that save time in the field, stand up to years of use, and make the entire experience smoother from first light till dark. Whether it’s the precision of the Randy Newberg EBS, the reliability of the Gator Clip Point, the versatility of the Center-Drive Multi-Tool, the grit of the E-Tool Shovel, or the comfort of a hot camp meal with the ComplEAT Cook Set, you can’t go wrong with these picks. Shop the entire gift guide at Gerbergear.com.