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Gifts Under $50

A lot of what McGuire sells is already under $50. Surplus pricing runs below outdoor retail for the same quality, so the under-$50 tier at McGuire is where most of the best gifts are. Stocking stuffers, upgrade gifts, practical kit — it's the sweet spot for a Christmas gift that feels substantial without crossing into a major purchase.

Standout Gifts Under $50

A few standouts under $50 are nearly unbeatable as gifts. A woobie — the Army's packable poncho liner, loved for life by anyone who's carried one. A wool blanket for the couch or the truck. A hydration system for hikers, cyclists and campers. Or a poncho for severe wet weather. And a whole range of tactical goggles, ballistic lenses and sunglasses.

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Three Generations in the Surplus Trade

McGuire has been in the surplus trade for three generations. Everything we sell is one of three things: genuine issue (actual military-contracted items), MIL-SPEC (made to the military's specification), or practical outdoor gear built to last. We stock what gets used.

Also worth checking: Gifts Under $25 for stocking stuffers and budget picks, or Stocking Stuffers to shop by size instead of price.

Shipping and Returns

Free shipping on contiguous US orders, no minimum. Weekday orders placed before 1 p.m. Eastern go out the same day. 30-day returns.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's a good Christmas gift under $50?

Depends on who it's for. For almost anyone outdoorsy: a woobie, a USGI canteen, or a warm wool blanket. For the veteran or history buff: a vintage Flyer’s Hat, a canvas rucksack, or an era-appropriate surplus piece. For the hunter: wool socks in a bulk pack, a MOLLE pouch, or a lightweight poncho. For the tactically minded: a MOLLE pouch system.

What's the best under-$50 gift at McGuire?

The woobie, hands down. It's the Army's packable poncho liner — a lightweight camouflage blanket soldiers often keep for life. It’s a small gift that delivers an outsize amount of utility. A close second: a hydration system and carrier (daily use, lifetime item).

What's a good under-$50 gift for someone in the military?

A woobie, a USGI canteen, a wool watch cap in subdued colors, a wool blanket, or a belt. All of them are items he'll either recognize with affection (woobie, canteen) or use on duty (watch cap, belt). Skip anything branded — service members have enough of that.

Do you have under-$50 gifts for women?

Yes. Most surplus is unisex by default — wool socks, watch caps, shemaghs, canteens, woobies, canvas rucksacks, and mess kits all work regardless of gender. The Gifts for the Adventurous Woman collection pulls these together with smaller-size options for anyone with a smaller frame.

Can you ship it directly to the recipient?

Yes. Enter their address as the shipping address at checkout and the box ships straight to them. Our shipments don't include gift notes — if you want them to know it came from you, send a text when the tracking pings.

Do you sell gift cards?

Yes, both physical and digital. Digital gift cards deliver by email right away, which helps if you're running late on your holiday shopping. Physical gift cards ship on our normal schedule.