For the guy who has everything
Give him something that earns its place.
Look for things he uses up
Coffee, snacks and hot sauce are worth exploring if you know his tastes. Check ingredients and dietary needs on the listing.
Upgrade a little daily annoyance
A cable organiser, travel mug or practical storage idea may help with something he mentions regularly. Notice the problem before choosing the solution.
Keep novelty gifts in perspective
A joke gift works best when he will enjoy the joke too. Pair it with something useful, or choose a small item that does not become unwanted clutter.
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Notice the duplicates before choosing the upgrade
Someone with an established hobby may already own the obvious accessories. Make a short list of things they use, things they collect and things they have deliberately stopped buying. Those are different categories. A consumable should match their current preferences; a collectible needs an exact subject; an ‘upgrade’ should solve an inconvenience they have actually mentioned.
For food or drink gifts, confirm ingredients, storage requirements and whether the quantity will be welcome. For an item with recurring costs, list the replacement parts or subscriptions before ordering. A large bundle can be less thoughtful than one familiar thing if half its contents require storage, disposal or extra purchases.
Give them room to decide
It is reasonable to say you have found two ideas and ask which would suit them. That preserves the thought while avoiding a technical guess. Keep a surprise to something whose suitability you can establish independently. Present a small gift with the story behind your choice; do not make a claim that it is the best version or a guaranteed favourite. Keep the receipt accessible and check the seller’s current returns terms.