A quality mobile controller may be the perfect gift if he has ever complained about aching thumbs while trying to play a game on a phone. Our current choice remains the Backbone One, but if you want to spend more, the Backbone Pro is a good upgrade with tighter controls.

If Dad is a clotheshorse, surprise him by forgoing the traditional Father’s Day gift of a tie (or socks or another sweater) and treat him to some high-end accessories to outfit his closet. A set of really nice hangers isn’t something we typically splurge on for ourselves, but they make a wonderful gift for the guy who is fussy about his wardrobe.

Father’s Day, on Sunday, June 15, is just under two weeks away, which makes now the perfect time for gift shopping. Below, I’ve found a few dozen tasteful and thoughtful gifts that only look as if you spent a lot (and that aren’t just whiskey stones and ties ).