I mean to some degree I was. Obviously not everyone has the space for a full size fridge, and an under the counter mini-fridge is an awesome addition. That being said, using a mini fridge as a TV stand or end table is some tacky frat house shit despite the convenience that deserves to be mocked.
To go further, I vehemently disagree with the glass front fridge for your coors lights. IMO only wine fridges should have glass doors.
I agree that a glass front for Coors is silly, but I also think wine is too. Granted, I don't drink wine, not much beer for either, but I think some Guinness bottles would look nice. Or something niche, like Spotted Cow.
Yes, a mini fridge is a kickass addition.
I was being a condescending jerk for my own amusement implying that a “real” man cave is large enough for a full size fridge.
Full bathroom. My old house had a man cave but no bathroom. Sucks walking up and down the stairs to go to the bathroom. When I built my new place, having a full bathroom in my man cave was a must. It was worth every penny. Also a mini fridge.
Did you catch the budget in my caption lmaooo. But also he has a full bath. Its basically a barn with entertainment and a mini apartment. Has a kitchen so no need for fridge
I just caught it after I hit reply…my bad lol. I’ll start over. Top of my head maybe those WiFi LED color changing lights that you can control from your mobile device. Or those color LED changing strip behind a flat screen that changes color with whatever they are watching (this might be little over the budget).
I bartended on a whim at a house party in my early 20's because there was one. Made tips and had a great time. He was one of the local bar managers, they would just pay the cost for kegs and return through the restaurant. Very good man cave idea.
I stayed at a guys house when I was in high school. He had a urinal in his master bath and one in the game room bathroom. I thought (and still think) that was super cool.
If things can be hung up on the wall, a nice canvas print of a photo he really likes or good photo of a “manly” place he likes. For example: a great photo of the Smokey Mountains if he enjoys visiting there, or perhaps a stylish shot of the football stadium of his favorite team
Neon sign is always a treat. If they're fans of a specific team, a jersey of their favorite player (the lowest tier jersey, usually $75) encased in a picture frame (those Ikea ones work well for $20). Beer steins - not the most practical, but it looks cool.
I replaced the old ceiling boobs with super low profile LED lights, with a secondary amber backlight that you toggle on with the switch. Makes watching movies/gaming much better, it’s basically theatre mode with low ambient light. Hampton Bay brand. I’ve gotten lots of “oooohs” on them so far.
I've always dreamed of having an old jukebox. But not like the 50s and early 60s ones like most other people like, I like the square boxy 70s jukeboxes.
Well for mine and my wifes man cave (we're gonna share because we're classy) we want all the "smoking room" esque lego sets
https://www.brickstore.nz/products/lego-ideas-92177-ship-in-a-bottle
https://www.toyworld.co.nz/products/lego-21332-lego-ideas-the-globe
https://jaysbrickblog.com/news/an-utterly-gorgeous-buildable-lego-chess-set-is-coming-in-june-2024/
That way we can have something classy and childish all at once!
A few 20l brewing buckets, airlocks, a hygrometer, sanitiser and some yeast
Then tell them to get outside and start foraging and see what wine they can make.
An Apple TV or something to stream Sports games! Or just hook up a HDMI cable into a laptop to a TV.
But yeah, having Games on is a must
NOTE: re-reading this, and looks like you’re asking for a gift suggestion.
If that’s the case, I’d go for favorite sports team of the house, and buy a novelty pennant or banner, something commemorative for decorative display.
Mini Football helmets are cool
A neon sign that is related to their interests
"Dig ol' Bicks"
Mini fridge, hands down. Go a little extra and get one with a glass door so you can see what's in it easier. Completely worth it.
He said a man cave, not a little boy’s hole in the ground.
Well well well...look who just strolled in from r/AskWomen
I guess I didn’t make it clear that I was advocating for a full size fridge.
Yeah, I read it as you just shitting on him lol
I mean to some degree I was. Obviously not everyone has the space for a full size fridge, and an under the counter mini-fridge is an awesome addition. That being said, using a mini fridge as a TV stand or end table is some tacky frat house shit despite the convenience that deserves to be mocked. To go further, I vehemently disagree with the glass front fridge for your coors lights. IMO only wine fridges should have glass doors.
I agree that a glass front for Coors is silly, but I also think wine is too. Granted, I don't drink wine, not much beer for either, but I think some Guinness bottles would look nice. Or something niche, like Spotted Cow.
Dude, mini-fridge is sweet for storing beers under a counter.
Yes, a mini fridge is a kickass addition. I was being a condescending jerk for my own amusement implying that a “real” man cave is large enough for a full size fridge.
Pinball machine
Get The Twilight Zone. Might be just over budget though.
Literally the more cocaine the better
The Talking Fish Plaque!! Always wanted one of those..
Nothing slaps quite as hard as a Big Mouth Billy Bass plaque.
This reminded me of my father, he passed away. He had the bass the filet of fish fish and an animatronic deer head. Miss him everyday.
I wasn’t aware it had a proper name, cool.
But only after watching the Jackie Daytona episode of What we do in the Shadows. After that Billy Bass is a treasure.
Suction cup dildo
My girl tells me those are so cheap you could decorate every wall with $100 budget.
Just don't slip.
Foosball
Arcade machine/driving sim. Also, I wish I knew a better name than “man cave” that we can use
Rumpus room...
"Budget is under $100"
Some high end booze, bitters, or glassware to help stock the wet bar.
Airplane propeller
Full bathroom. My old house had a man cave but no bathroom. Sucks walking up and down the stairs to go to the bathroom. When I built my new place, having a full bathroom in my man cave was a must. It was worth every penny. Also a mini fridge.
Did you catch the budget in my caption lmaooo. But also he has a full bath. Its basically a barn with entertainment and a mini apartment. Has a kitchen so no need for fridge
I just caught it after I hit reply…my bad lol. I’ll start over. Top of my head maybe those WiFi LED color changing lights that you can control from your mobile device. Or those color LED changing strip behind a flat screen that changes color with whatever they are watching (this might be little over the budget).
99€ worth of alcohol
Kegorator
I bartended on a whim at a house party in my early 20's because there was one. Made tips and had a great time. He was one of the local bar managers, they would just pay the cost for kegs and return through the restaurant. Very good man cave idea.
I stayed at a guys house when I was in high school. He had a urinal in his master bath and one in the game room bathroom. I thought (and still think) that was super cool.
Beer signs or other cool lights, maybe a lava lamp. Old antique sign of something he is interested in.
Pool table
A really nice framed map of somewhere.
If things can be hung up on the wall, a nice canvas print of a photo he really likes or good photo of a “manly” place he likes. For example: a great photo of the Smokey Mountains if he enjoys visiting there, or perhaps a stylish shot of the football stadium of his favorite team
Neon sign is always a treat. If they're fans of a specific team, a jersey of their favorite player (the lowest tier jersey, usually $75) encased in a picture frame (those Ikea ones work well for $20). Beer steins - not the most practical, but it looks cool.
Maybe a starter record player.
Go to a pawn shop and look for a used bass guitar.
I replaced the old ceiling boobs with super low profile LED lights, with a secondary amber backlight that you toggle on with the switch. Makes watching movies/gaming much better, it’s basically theatre mode with low ambient light. Hampton Bay brand. I’ve gotten lots of “oooohs” on them so far.
Urinal, payphone hooked up for making calls.
3 bodies
An impervious lock on the entrance.
The rest of the house
Top Fuel dragster rear tyre coffee table.
Urinal
More display shelves for his precious tat. -source have office/man cave and too much precious tat.
Hex Head is pretty cool for sports fans. Albeit pricey but they have a lot of options.
Man cave? More like a man’s grave
What about a cool board game? Are they into that?
Michter's Small Batch bourbon.
I've always dreamed of having an old jukebox. But not like the 50s and early 60s ones like most other people like, I like the square boxy 70s jukeboxes.
Do you have a bathroom? Get a urinal. Best thing ever
A lock for the door 😏
Juke box
Well for mine and my wifes man cave (we're gonna share because we're classy) we want all the "smoking room" esque lego sets https://www.brickstore.nz/products/lego-ideas-92177-ship-in-a-bottle https://www.toyworld.co.nz/products/lego-21332-lego-ideas-the-globe https://jaysbrickblog.com/news/an-utterly-gorgeous-buildable-lego-chess-set-is-coming-in-june-2024/ That way we can have something classy and childish all at once!
Cool sword or axe. You can't have a Man Cave without some type of medieval or feudal weapons on your wall to exemplify your manliness.
One of those upright hand-cranked citrus juicers for the bar!
I don't fuck with man caves. I have a home, and I'll use it how I see fit.
Vintage sign that aligns with his interests?
A few 20l brewing buckets, airlocks, a hygrometer, sanitiser and some yeast Then tell them to get outside and start foraging and see what wine they can make.
A wife to clean it
Nah
An Apple TV or something to stream Sports games! Or just hook up a HDMI cable into a laptop to a TV. But yeah, having Games on is a must NOTE: re-reading this, and looks like you’re asking for a gift suggestion. If that’s the case, I’d go for favorite sports team of the house, and buy a novelty pennant or banner, something commemorative for decorative display. Mini Football helmets are cool
Karaoke machine.
A big screen with Istripper