Christmas Presents That You Love (Other than Watches)

[HogwldFLTR]

This Christmas I was lucky to receive two presents which really stick out. One is my New Mac Mini with Apple Si microprocessor. I'm working on getting it fully set-up waiting for a LG 27 in 5K monitor with sound and cam and a SSD external drive.



The second which wasn't quite as big a prize but has really impressed me it a Bose Wave with SoundTouch. I've wanted a Bose Wave for years but never pulled the trigger on one having heard my first one over 20 years ago. Although not true audiophile quality sound it's quite a step up from the typical Alexa sound quality which I've begun to accept as the standard for listening pleasure. Additionally I love having the ability to use their SoundTouch app which allows remote control of the unit by phone or computer. It also allows for input from external blue tooth or hardwire sources.



I realize there are many on the forum who have Sonos systems and I can't talk to the differences or preferences how ever with Bose being a company with a local HQ they seem like a natural.



At any rate, I'm curious as to other favorite non watch Christmas presents?

[Cesium133]

Nice Bose Wave...I’ve always been happy with my Bose Bluetooth devices.

I’m excited about a Patagonia vest I received. Water resistant, down filled, perfect for winter.

[330ci]

my grandma bought me some Castelli Sorpasso ros wind bib tights which are weatherproof, water resistant, etc for winter riding and I’m absolutely blown away by the gift. I’ve been riding 4-7days a week in the snow and ice and look forward to shedding some of my heavier gear I’ve been wearing.


I also mentioned upgrading my phone to my grandpa as I’m still using a 6s and my grandma gave me her old 8+. I was going to go to the new SE as it seemed to be good value for money. But this should hold me over for a few more years. I can’t keep up with electronics, as long as they work I’m pretty happy.

[twitch54]

my Blue Notes / Lee Morgan Lp - 'The Cooker' , great Jazz album

[airchitect]

Hmm.....I’m excited about a new cliq chair I got to watch soccer, all of the gift certificates for food I love, picture frames for my girls ever changing art, my new insulated French press, etc..... I basically dig everything I got.

Xmas for me if often about the small things I’ll never buy myself so it’s always a surprise.


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[MrGoat]

I got a pair of Duluth Trading Co. Fire hose moccasins and I wore them for every cold day since Christmas Eve. Some slight problems with manufacturing but still kept my feet warm (I have circulation problems).


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[youthagainsttt]

Surprisingly my fave present was not my Cartier wallet and other bits and pieces but got a Dolce Gusto coffee machine with 7 different types of Americano/Espresso (I cant drink milk so cant get the latte/mochas) - really makes even better coffee than Starbucks/other coffee shops in HK charging HK$50/US$8 for a cup. Fantastic esp for people who WFH & cant use the office coffee machine

[polaris72]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

This Christmas I was lucky to receive two presents which really stick out. One is my New Mac Mini with Apple Si microprocessor. I'm working on getting it fully set-up waiting for a LG 27 in 5K monitor with sound and cam and a SSD external drive.



The second which wasn't quite as big a prize but has really impressed me it a Bose Wave with SoundTouch. I've wanted a Bose Wave for years but never pulled the trigger on one having heard my first one over 20 years ago. Although not true audiophile quality sound it's quite a step up from the typical Alexa sound quality which I've begun to accept as the standard for listening pleasure. Additionally I love having the ability to use their SoundTouch app which allows remote control of the unit by phone or computer. It also allows for input from external blue tooth or hardwire sources.



I realize there are many on the forum who have Sonos systems and I can't talk to the differences or preferences how ever with Bose being a company with a local HQ they seem like a natural.



At any rate, I'm curious as to other favorite non watch Christmas presents?

Have the same Bose. The biggest benefit is its SoundTouch app which allows me to listen to radio stations around the world. Since Sirius XM does not work overseas, SoundTouch offers great channels selection.

[AzPaul]

My favorite gift was a new pruning saw.
Maybe six months ago, the sweetheart heard me complaining about the old one not being too sharp anymore, and made a note of it.

[selpo]

Been looking for a nice leather briefcase and my daughter surprised me with this lovely Jackson Wayne.

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by selpo

Been looking for a nice leather briefcase and my daughter surprised me with this lovely Jackson Wayne.

Originally Posted by AzPaul

My favorite gift was a new pruning saw.
Maybe six months ago, the sweetheart heard me complaining about the old one not being too sharp anymore, and made a note of it.

Nice considerate daughters!!!

[kearez]

Airpods. I haven’t had a new apple accessory for a few years. Forgot, how seamless apple products interface with each other.

[Nikrnic]

I won't show it but it goes Besides drag racing its my other competitive hobby.

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[Atone]

I got some limited Ed Adidas Star Wars sneakers. Love em!

[Wooster]

Two Dire Straits albums on vinyl: Making Movies and Love Over Gold

[cop414]

A new torch, not that I don’t have enough but I love this one. Surefire G2X MV. Also a new Yeti Tumbler in graphite finish that matches the color of my truck.

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by polaris72

Have the same Bose. The biggest benefit is its SoundTouch app which allows me to listen to radio stations around the world. Since Sirius XM does not work overseas, SoundTouch offers great channels selection.

I've got to agree; Soundtouch is a very cool app. That is one of the things that makes the system so nice. I just ordered a bit lower model for the workout area in the basement (it will also be equipped with the sound touch capability!!! I'd purchased and Amazon Echo for the purpose but that went back to Amazon based on my experience with Soundtouch.

Originally Posted by Wooster

Two Dire Straits albums on vinyl: Making Movies and Love Over Gold

Love the band but don't have any of their music; seems like a great gift!!!

[~JJ]

I never heard of it before, but a Bidet attachment for my toilet - https://hellotushy.com/

[brandrea]

That Bose system looks great Lee. Perfect for a home office or the like.

One of the favorite gifts I've ever received is this wine opener from my wife. It was a stocking stuffer.

We use this every day (insert too much drinking jokes here).

It's an absolute pleasure to use and its been part of many many special occasions/meals. We also take it on trips with us and we've made memories with it (similar to watches me thinks)


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[AzPaul]

Originally Posted by Wooster

Two Dire Straits albums on vinyl: Making Movies and Love Over Gold

Making Movies

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by ~JJ

I never heard of it before, but a Bidet attachment for my toilet - https://hellotushy.com/

We've one toilet with a bidet seat; I like it a lot as well. Different brand bought from Costco!!!

Originally Posted by brandrea

That Bose system looks great Lee. Perfect for a home office or the like.

One of the favorite gifts I've ever received is this wine opener from my wife. It was a stocking stuffer.

We use this every day (insert too much drinking jokes here).

It's an absolute pleasure to use and its been part of many many special occasions/meals. We also take it on trips with us and we've made memories with it (similar to watches me thinks)


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Thanks!!! FWIW, I've got a cork puller I purchased in Sonoma many years ago that doesn't damage the cork. It is almost sacred to me!!!

[gnuyork]

Vinyl records, especially jazz.

[jnelson3097]

Easily my big green egg and some of the accessories to go with it. I’ve spent more time looking at recipes than watches which is a lot easier on the wallet.

[bremersm]

My favorite gift was the Rancourt boat shoes to replace my Sperry's. Quite the upgrade. Looking forward to warmer weather so I can wear them.

[Me4u2night]

My favorite gift was a new knife set. Pretty pumped about it!

[NYC6]

New Audiocontrol 4 channel amp for my C6 and a pair of Morel speakers. Not installed yet.

[wesdaniel]

A painting of one of my dogs (a chihuahua) dressed as a luchador!

[wesdaniel]

Originally Posted by ~JJ

I never heard of it before, but a Bidet attachment for my toilet - https://hellotushy.com/

I got one about 4 years ago. Now have them in all 3 bathrooms in my house! Hate going to the bathroom without access to one now!

[Wooster]

Originally Posted by AzPaul

Making Movies

[selpo]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

Nice considerate daughters!!!