Dad’s special Sunday is just around the corner, but there’s still time to make a marvelous choice about what to get him for Father’s Day. Step beyond the ordinary and watch his eyes get big over a delightful surprise from this list:

1. Chaise Lounge

What guy doesn’t like to stretch out in the back yard on a lounge chair? There are more choices today than just plastic slats attached to lightweight frames. Many modern models feature cast aluminum in lattices and other inventive patterns. These are rustproof, have high quality finishes that are easy to maintain and will provide comfort and value for many Father's Days to come.

2. Hammock

Lounge chairs aren’t the only Father's Day gift ideas that allow Dad to catch some outdoor R&R. Go a step further with a hammock. These can be surprisingly durable, and they come in a variety of colors. Dad can hook one up to a hammock stand or suspend it between a couple of trees.

3. Clock

Brighten the man cave, or any other room he enjoys, with a new clock. There are wall clocks, desk clocks, tabletop clocks, alarm clocks, floor-standing clocks, even grandfather clocks. There are traditional wooden clocks and modernistic metal clocks. Indoor and outdoor clocks. Choose standard numbers, Roman numerals, brass, bamboo or a dartboard look. These great Father's Day gifts can be as conventional or as frivolous as you like. Some of them are downright artistic.

4. Wall Art

Speaking of artistic, what manspace wouldn’t look better with some new artwork? Some good choices are outdoor scenes, cars, trains, wildlife and prints and posters of his favorite team. And wall art isn’t limited to pictures. A hand-forged metal sculpture in a geometric pattern is an excellent option as well.

5. Wine Rack

Here’s a thought about unique Father's Day gift ideas: if your special dad is a connoisseur of the grape, a handsome wine rack is a welcome addition to his lifestyle. There are both formal and countrified versions. And if Dad has other tastes, no one will mind if he fills a slot or two with a beer bomber or a bottle of some other favorite.

6. Bookcase

If the father in your life is a book lover, then he can always use more shelf space. But even if he seldom reads, there are a lot of other things bookcases are good for. Sports trophies, art, photographs of his children (or grandchildren!), models, lights, clocks and potted plants are fair game for bookshelf display. Stylish bookends look great whether they enclose many books or few, or even if they stand alone. A ladder-style bookcase is especially good for showing off those prized possessions.

7. Outdoor Cooker or Fire Table

Has his barbecue grill seen better days? Is it time for a new one? You could give him another version of the one he already has, but how about something completely different? A fire table, for example, makes a memorable patio centerpiece. What could your weekend chef do with a fire pit filled with attractive glass gems and heated with LP gas? Or how about a Big Green Egg? These instantly recognizable green canisters have redefined charcoal cooking. The Egg triples as a grill, an oven and a smoker. It comes in several sizes, and if Dad is lucky enough to have one already, lots of Big Green Eggcessories are available.

8. Barstools

While Dad is showing off his skills with the grill, he’ll want somewhere for his buddies to relax with a beverage, and what better spot than on a couple of barstools. These aren’t only for the patio; they come not only in outdoor styles but also in wooden and padded versions suitable for the rec room, kitchen or basement bar. Nothing like a few of these to make a man proud of how he welcomes his guests.

9. Patio accessories

That outdoor space needs more than just a table and some chairs to make it spring to life. Select a Father's Day gift that adds style and function to his patio. Give practical presents such as ice buckets, ice bucket tables, side tables, serving carts, serving trays and patio heaters. Or have a little fun with something decorative and whimsical: a planter, a lantern, an outdoor clock or a wall plaque with a homey saying.

10. Recliner

Maybe this is the year you give Dad his new favorite chair: a recliner for the king of the house! They come in all shapes, sizes and colors. There’s rugged, durable leather as well as microfiber. Power controls not only move the seat and footrest but some also adjust the headrest and lumbar support. Many have cupholders, USB ports and controls for heat and vibration. If this isn’t just what he always wanted, it’s hard to imagine what is! What a marvelous spot for a guy to watch the home team or his favorite movie!