Gift Ideas for Old School Ice Fisherman??

[jvanhees]

My dad is pretty old school.  Doesn't use electronics, spinning reals, shantys, short rods, etc....he uses a bucket!  I did get him to use a drill auger last year, which are awesome.  He has been fishing for years so he definitely has the essentials(except a flasher).

He mainly fishes gills with a long rod, consistently jigging.

Wondering if you guys have any cool ideas for gear? 

He's getting into spearing, but collects antique spearing stuff and has EVERYTHING I can think of.  I started spearing last year and he set me up 100%.

Thanks in advance!

[PerchRapala]

I would get him a hand carved spear fishing decoy. I've got some really realistic looking ones. They're neat to have around.

[Rebelss]

You betcha! Older eyes and hands......don't ask how I know....  I LOVE this.... Bet he will, too. 

http://tyepro.com/products/micro-typro?gclid=CImQ_svv9NACFda6wAodAm0OJw

[IFF]

Great suggestion Rebelss, I don't care what Lefty says about you 

That or a gift card.

[ErnieLearns]

A floation suit

[FG Steve]

Good suggestions.

I like this knot tool: https://www.amazon.com/Lake-Products-THREE-Tying-Fishing/dp/B006FCHC2Q/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1481760529&sr=8-3&keywords=fishing+knot+tool

Every fisherman uses certain consumables.  Hooks, jigs, sinkers, swivels, etc.  If you know their preference and they're not the type to have a lifetime supply, then you may find options there.  But you need to know the exact make and model.

[Rebelss]

Great suggestion Rebelss, I don't care what Lefty says about you 

That or a gift card.

Thanks, IFF. You know lefty..he's been tossed out of lots of places.    Hi lefty! How are them mountain slab trout doin'?

[Chris338378]

How about a Stormy Kromer hat, the old cross style tip-ups, or some jigs?

[bearlake16]

Hand warmers and a bottle of schnapps 

[Running for flags]

The green hornet from grumpy old men!!!

[corny13]

Go on Ebay search antique ice fishing... a bunch of old rods and other cool stuff..

[jvanhees]

Awesome ideas so far guys, thanks!

[52isntbigenough]

Beaver Dam (Uncle Josh) has a tip up cribbage board that's pretty cool.

[Dave R]

If it's within your budget, buy him a Vex FL8se Genz Box. They're easy to operate and will open up a whole new world for him. I'm 67 and bought one 7 years ago and it did for me. However, I still carry my depth sounder, clipped to my jacket, just in case.