Stocking stuffers don’t have to be one-size-fits-all. If you’re looking for a stocking stuffer (or two) for a hunter on your list, you’re in luck. There are countless little gadgets and gizmos that any hunter would be thrilled to find hanging on the fireplace mantel.
Before you pick out any of these treasures, do some digging into the type of hunter you’re buying for. A rifle hunter will be giddy to get ammo, but make sure you choose the right caliber. A traditional bowhunter will love a little string wax but might not have much use for an Allen wrench.
When in doubt, play it safe and go with something like gloves, a neck gaiter, or a good pair of wool socks.
If you’re looking for bigger ticket items, be sure to check out our Best Gifts for Hunters list.
Okay, enough chatter. Let’s dig in.
Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Hunters
There are few things nicer than a brand-new knife. With the Outdoor Edge RazorBone ($50), your hunter gets a fresh blade whenever they need one. If you happen to have a bird hunter on your list, you could also check out an upland-specific knife.
Every rifle hunter needs to clean their guns eventually. We rarely do it as often as we should. Remind the hunter in your life to keep toys clean with SC-14 Gun Cleaner ($12), which is made from oranges. This is one of those simple little gifts that show you care.
You can never have enough ammo. Fortunately, Nosler launched its Whitetail Country lineup, which means you can stuff a stocking with bullets for under $35. That’s a pretty wild price that’s sure to make the hunter in your life happy. Just make sure you know which caliber they need.
Our own Josh Kirchner has written another amazing book that is worth any hunter’s read. Becoming a Bowhunter ($23) is an approachable, casual read filled with tips, tricks, and insights from one of the best. It would make a wonderful read next to the holiday fire.
Bow maintenance is an ongoing battle. Keeping a bowstring supple is something many bowhunters forget about. Get your archer something they need and may not even have. Bowstring wax ($6) is a low-cost stocking stuffer that will surely bring a smile to the hunter in your life.
It’s hard to beat a good buff, and all the hunters we know have a few of them. Treat the hunter in your life to a fresh, lightweight KUIU Gila Neck Gaiter ($29) that they’ll be giddy to add to their pack.
Tuning a bow is a constant activity for serious archers. If they’re anything like me, they misplace their Allen Wrenches and could always use a spare. This Archer’s Allen Wrench ($10) is a low-cost purchase that shows you pay attention to your bowhunter. Even if they have a few, I can’t imagine anyone being bummed about having another.
Every hunter needs a headlamp, and every hunter I know has lost one. This little Petzl Tikkina ($25) gets the job done reliably without breaking the bank. It’s a great backup light in the event a battery dies on a more high-end headlamp. Honestly, it’s even a decent budget option for your go-to headlamp. Hunters (and anyone who goes outside in the dark) will love it.
Nothing brings hunters together quite like food. (photo/The Flip Flop Guy)
This is a luxury stocking stuffer for any hunter who spends more time in the kitchen than they do in the field. FlipFlop Guy Sauce ($20) is really hard to beat when it comes to cooking wild game. If your grill master is always on the hunt for new flavors, they’ll flip for this sauce in their stocking.
Cold weather means cold hands, and cold hands aren’t great at being steady. These rechargeable hand warmers ($40) have saved my bacon on more than one occasion. They get shockingly warm and last for ages. I have two sets that go with me on almost every hunt after mid-October. This is a dreamy little gift for any late-season hunter.
Why spend big money on jerky when the hunter on your list can make their own? Hi Mountain Jerky Cure & Seasoning ($13) makes creating delightful snacks you can enjoy all year incredibly simple. For those hunters who may be interested in making their own jerky but don’t know where to start, these all-in-one cure and seasoning kits are borderline fail-safe.
