Last-minute Father’s Day gift ideas

WASHINGTON — Father of dad jokes, teller of seemingly endless stories, owner of at least one embarrassing “dad” shirt — June 18 is the day to celebrate all the best things about fathers.

Here are some last-minute gift ideas to show your appreciation.

**A reel winner** If everything you’ve learned about patience and becoming comfortable with silence is from fishing with your father, get him a gift to add to his collection. Bass Pro Shops is having a Father’s Day sale with discounts on rods, baits, reels and more. Cabela’s also has deals for the fisherman in the family. You might nab your catch of the day at Tackle Warehouse’s online shop. (Thinkstock)

Single-serving coffee machine dispenses espresso in a glass cup with coffee capsules in background — **Coffee maker** If your dad is a coffee enthusiast, get him a quality coffee maker, exquisite coffee beans or a decadent coffee-themed basket of goodies this Father’s Day. Looking to splurge? Williams Sonoma offers classy coffee gizmos and gadgets, from latte makers to espresso machines. Keurig machines are a bit more affordable, such as this one on Amazon. For an eclectic touch, give dad a Chemex coffee maker, an hourglass-shaped glass coffee maker that requires coarsely ground coffee and and Chemex coffee filters for the best brew. Read more on Chemex brewing on Coffeesphere. (Thinkstock)

**A punny apron** If your dad loves to cook and he appreciates dad jokes, get him a funny apron to wear when he fires up the grill this summer. Cafepress has a range of options, from aprons that read “Hi Hungry, I’m dad.” to “Man bib.” Amazon also offers “King of the Grill” aprons, as well as those that read, “In this kitchen, I’m the boss.” (Thinkstock)

Drone The photo and video capabilities of camera app drones elevate them from child’s play to adult-level toys (or ones fathers can at least use with their kids). If your dad is into photography, technology or is just a big kid at heart, check out Amazon’s list of beginner-level drones. Half Chrome also has a list of recommended drones as a Father’s Day gift. (Thinkstock)

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carpenter tools,hammer,meter,nails,shavings — **Tools** If he’s Mister fixer-upper around the house, your father may appreciate new tools at his disposal. Sears not only sells power and hand tools, but also offers tool storage and organization as possible Father’s Day gifts. The Family Handyman also has a range of gift ideas, from better the Swiss army knife of screwdrivers to helping dad preserve his back and knees. (Thinkstock)

**An ice-cold beverage** Gone are the days of watery, diluted drinks. Get your dad a Hyper Chiller for Father’s Day and he can enjoy cool drinks all summer long without them becoming watered down. Whether he prefers iced coffee (without the ice) or chilled wine and spirits, this gadget can cool dad’s favorite beverage in minutes. For dad who prefer coolers, OtterBox has coolers that come equipped with accessories. (Thinkstock)

closeup old golf bags on green — **Sporting equipment** If your dad golfs, Dick’s Sporting Goods is having a Father’s Day sale on drivers. To help him fit in with the other dads on the range, check out the golf apparel from Golf Galaxy. To help dad feel a step closer to the pros, PGA Superstore has recommendations from golf balls to lessons to technology. For tennis playing dads, check out Tennis Warehouse for gift ideas, from tennis socks to vintage rackets. If your dad enjoys spectating games, get him a jersey to his favorite team, whether NFL, NHL, MLB or NBA. (Thinkstock)

**Comfortable shoes** Whether your father prefers loafers, flip flops, slippers or sneakers, this Father’s Day could be the optimal time to upgrade his favorite pair of shoes. For athletic shoes, Foot Locker is having a sale of up to 30 percent off merchandise. Amazon has a roundup of offerings, from Crocs to Clarks to Converse. For stylish dads, Designer Shoe Warehouse has top picks among oxfords, loafers, slip-ons and more. See if he’d enjoy a pair of driving shoes, such as this one from Steve Madden or these from Saks off 5th. If your dad values comfort above all else, consider these slippers from Overstock.com. (Thinkstock)

America’s most iconic foods If you believe that the way to a man’s heart is through good food, you might want to see if any of your dad’s favorites are deliverable through Goldbelly. You can get dad a monthly barbecue, bacon or sandwich subscription, surprise him with lobster rolls from Maine or a classic pastrami kit from Langer’s Deli in California. Order by the end of the week to get your gift in time for Father’s Day. If you’d rather take your dad somewhere nice for Father’s Day, see OpenTable’s restaurant recommendations for the greater D.C. area. (Thinkstock)

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