The holidays are just around the corner! We have compiled a list of over 30 gift ideas for submariners, submarine spouses, family members and children. Some submarine swag, some not.
This list could also help with a promotion ceremony, end of tour, hail and farewell, birthday, Mother’s or Father’s Day, and other special occasions.
When possible, we link to fellow military spouse and veteran small businesses:
For The Submariner
- Vintage Submariner Poster – Throwback to a WW2 recruitment poster for Navy Submarine service.
- Silent Service Apparel – Navy Athletics – Even if your sailor didn’t attend the U.S. Naval Academy, this year’s Army/Navy uniform is paying homage to the submarine service. Check out their apparel shop.
- Owala Free Sip 3ox Stainless Steel Water Bottle – Perfect underway water bottle. The straw design allows you to sip or chug effortlessly.
- A Year of Us: A Couple’s Journal: One Question a Day – Great partner gift to stay connected during deployment!
- Ashtray Coaster – Check out these cool, customized ashtray coaster combos! Bonus – you’re supporting a veteran business.
- Epoxy Board Map – Support a submariner small business and commemorate your favorite duty station!
- Fitness & Recovery Massage Cube – Menthol-infused cube is said to reduce pain and inflammation.
- Tech Pouch – Another great gift for underways or deployments!
- Submarine Dolphins Cufflinks – A favorite from 16 Submarines.
- Submarine-Themed Golf Headcover – Perfect for any golf-loving submariner.
- LEATHERMAN, Wave Plus Multitool – My husband loves his!
- Custom Engraved Knife – Customize a one-of-a-kind knife.
- Coffee Bundle From Black Rifle Coffee Co. – Is your sailor a coffee lover? Check out these package bundles from Black Rifle!
- Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ Coffee Maker and Espresso Machine – Speaking of coffee lover… perfect size for a desk!
- Footsac Blanket: Komodo Phur – A bougie blanket that is loved by one of our submariners!
For The Submarine Spouse or Family Member
- Stickers From The Sisterly Shop – We love these fun stickers from The Sisterly Shop! Perfect for your Stanley tumbler or laptop.
- Submarine Couples Sign – Another great creation from Savage and Bird, this sign adds a sweet touch to any home decor.
- Milspouse Matters: Sharing Strength Through Our Stories – An inspiring new read by Jen McDonald, this book covers so many relatable military spouse stories.
- Silent Service Apparel – Navy Athletics – Even if your sailor didn’t attend the U.S. Naval Academy, this year’s Army/Navy uniform is paying homage to the submarine service. Check out their apparel shop.
- Submarine Earrings – We love this earring set from Running Flamingo Designs!
- Navy Wife Tumbler – Support a submarine family business with this cheeky tumbler.
- “Save Water, Shower with a Submariner” Sign- Hilarious for any guest bathroom.
- Submarine Car Charm – A sweet addition to your car.
- Roller Perfume – Hawaii-inspired, perfect if you need to freshen up pier-side!
- A Year of Us: A Couple’s Journal: One Question a Day to Spark Fun and Meaningful Conversations – Great partner gift to stay connected during deployment!
- Danger Tag Ornament – Such a fun addition to a submarine family Christmas tree! IYKYK.
- 16 Submarines Gift Card – If you’re overwhelmed with military spouse swag, a gift card to 16 Submarines is the perfect route to take! Let your spouse or family member find what they like!
- 2024 The Silent Service Calendar – Annual submarine calendar by our favorite photographer Philip Medbury.
- Custom Paint-By-Number Kit – Another great idea for deployment, channel your inner-Picasso!
- Birth Month Flower Towel – Perfect gift for moms, grandmas or other extended family members.
- Engraved Wooden Cross – If you’re religious, this could be a very meaningful gift for a spouse, mom or loved one.
- 90-Day Mindfulness Challenge For Self-Care – A great gift for pre-deployment.
- Duty Station Candle – Support a veteran small business and buy one of her speciality candles!
For The Submarine Child
- Instax Mini 12 Holiday Bundle – Great for kids or teens that want to document life at a new duty station or while their sailor is away! Also this smartphone printer is handy if you don’t want the camera.
- One’sMore Upgrade Selfie Kids Camera for Ages 3-6 – Another great camera option for littles!
- Create Your Own Reel Viewer – Collect favorite memories and moments, put it together in a vintage reel viewer.
- Cuddle Submarine Plush Toy – A sweet, quintessential toy for any submarine child!
- Sneak & Peek Periscope – So much fun for aspiring little submariners.
- Toy Black Submarine – I don’t know who will enjoy this more, your child or your submariner!
- Navy Kid Craft Submarine Painting Kit – Fun stocking stuffer.
- 100 Kid’s Books Scratch Off Poster – Does your child love to read? This could be a fun challenge.
- Engraved Compass – Could be a sweet gift from a submariner, bring comfort to an older child during time apart.
- 20 Piece Submarine Puzzle – Aimed at kids 3+.
Please post with your favorite submariner gifts to continue the list! If you are in search of more gift ideas check out our submarine inspired baby gifts and retirement gift posts.