Perfect Gift For A Gambler

Posted : admin On 4/2/2022

The holidays are just around the corner, which means you are probably starting to search for the perfect gifts for your friends and family.

  • We love the Smilejoy set we found on Gambler Daily Digest’s list of the best poker chip sets – each chip is high quality but the set is a little smaller- perfect for anyone just starting out with poker or gift-givers buying on a budget. Of the 200 chips, 75 are white, 50 are red, 25 are blue, 25 are green, and 25 are black.
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Gambling books are a great option, because they cover such a wide range of.

You’ve made a list, checked it twice, and now you are trying to find the perfect gift for each person based on what they love. Sometimes their interests are tattooed on their forehead, but sometimes it can be a little more difficult to choose which direction to go in.

If you’re reading this, you probably have at least one person on your list that loves to gamble. But, sometimes it can be difficult to know where to even begin when looking for a gift in the world of gambling. Fortunately for you, we have compiled a list of gift ideas that will surely make the enthusiasts in your life happy.

Gambling Books

Gambling books are a great option, because they cover such a wide range of topics and interests. For example, if they enjoy poker, you can gift them a book that will help them fine tune their strategy. If they have expressed interest in learning a new game, like blackjack, there are books that will give them the basics, as well as some tips to start their game off on the right foot.

Biographies and autobiographies of famous gamblers are also a great option. In addition to the interesting tale of their life and career, it can sometimes even include ways that the reader can improve their game in the image of their favorite gambler.

To sift through the many books that exist on each topic, you may want to search for book reviews done by gambling aficionados. That will give you the best shot at giving your loved one the most informative and entertaining books on their favorite subjects.

Gifts for a gambler

Customized Playing Cards

If they have already read through the books, or learn more by doing than by reading, customized cards are a fun way to personalize their favorite games. You can create their cards with their name, and even fun images of them, for an easy and inexpensive gift with a touch.

There are many sites that specialize in customization, but for cards, your best option would be to visit the card company site. They will often have an option to order customized cards. Bicycle, for example, is a well-known brand among card players, and gives you the option to create your own cards.

Gambling Equipment

Help your favorite gambler take their game up a notch with new equipment. Anything from chip sets, to a regulation felt table, are great options for enthusiasts that want to get in and play. Card shufflers, roulette wheels, even real slot machines are available for purchase on the internet. If they love a specific casino, check eBay to see if that casino is selling equipment with their emblem on it.

You can even buy all-inclusive home sets for poker, taking out the guesswork that you may have to do when buying the pieces individually.

Scratch-offs

This is a great option, especially when used as a stocking stuffer. What better gift to give than a chance to hit the jackpot on someone else’s dime? You can buy an array of fun scratch-off games, some even holiday themed, from most gas stations and, depending on which state you live in, even in some grocery stores.

You can buy them a small mountain of scratch-offs for a relatively low cost, depending on which ones you choose. And everyone loves the anticipation of hoping to reveal that they have struck it big.

Customized Casino Sign

If they have the equipment, the knowledge, and even a close group of people that get together a few times a month to win (or lose) some money to each other, it might be hard to come up with a gift that they can use. A fun option for the gambler that seems to have everything else, is a customized casino sign.

Whether you opt for a detailed wooden sign with their name painted on it, or if you decide to go all out with a customized neon sign, a personalized casino sign is a great option to make their favorite space their own.

Casino Getaway

Every gambling fan has a dream gambling destination. Whether that’s Las Vegas, Atlantic City, or even somewhere out of the country, your favorite gambler has probably already planned a dream trip there in their head. So, what better surprise for them than to plan and book that trip of their dreams?

Most gambling destinations have attractions apart from the casino, so the trip can be planned and tweaked for everyone’s interests. Everyone deserves a getaway!

Even if you don’t know much about gambling, there are so many options out there for you to choose from that will no doubt surprise and impress all of the gambling enthusiasts on your list. If you are looking for even more inspiration, be sure to check gambling forums for ideas coming straight from the horse’s mouth, so to speak.

And, no matter what you decide on, remember that it’s the thought that goes into the gift that matters most.

Good luck and Happy Holidays!

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Holidays, birthdays and special occasions have often brought an unnecessary stress on me. I place so much pressure on myself to offer my gift recipients a gift that shows thoughtfulness and as importantly is useful.

I am sure we have all had gifters remorse before. You buy a gift spur of the moment for a special person in your life and when the moment to bestow comes it hits you that an error has been made. Often these feelings are totally irrational, and the gift is warmly received.

Putting the extra thought into a gift certainly can make it even more special to the one receiving the gift. I’m reminded of Walter White in Breaking Bad. Walt is invited to the posh birthday party of his former business partner. While Walt sees his friend opening new guitars and other pretty high-ticket items, he becomes resistant, slightly embarrassed to have his gift opened before the other guests.

When the gift is opened it reveals a simple pack of ramen noodles, not exactly a new Fender. However, his friend is blown away and nearly drawn to tears. The birthday boy is sent back to a time when the mansion he calls home today was but only a distant dream and 2 broke friends would survive on a $0.33 meal while working insane hours.

If you have a special person in your life that is a casino gambler, I’m here to help. Hopefully, these 7 gifts for the casino gambler in your life can remove some of the stress of gift giving.

1 – Lucky Charms

Who doesn’t love a nice bowl of cereal to start the day?

Kidding, unless your casino gambler is also a big fan of marshmallows for breakfast.

Any gambler could use a little bit of extra luck regardless of their chosen game. Even the professionals wouldn’t dream of hitting the tables without their favorite charm.

There are a plethora of options available for you to select. There are staples in the luck game like the horseshoe, 4 leaf clover and rabbit’s foot (though this one may be archaic). All of which have been thought to bring luck to the bearer for centuries.

Then there are the outside the box lucky charms. Really, this could be anything that has a sentimental value to the owner. When my daughter was born, I gave my wife a small stone flat on both sides engraved with a special saying. Not long ago I was asked to retrieve something from my wife’s purse and found the stone in a pocket. That was a $4 investment that she still carries with her every day.

So, while I don’t have a special formula for what route to go. I can assure you that the casino gambler in your life could use a little luck Like they say, “I’d rather be lucky than good”.

2 – Home Team

Texas Hold ‘Em has soared in popularity the last 2 decades. ESPN airs the World Series of Poker every year and the multi day event is must watch TV for the casino gambler.
It isn’t always feasible to make it to your favorite casino for a game. Unless you’re a professional gambler or live near a casino it’s likely only a few times a year.

So, why not give the poker player in your life the gift of year-round poker games. You can purchase complete poker sets with cards and all the chips you could need from any big box retailer and it won’t break the bank.

Some manufacturers offer custom poker chips that can be embossed with a name or even printed with an image,

Although if you really want to make an impression, UK game maker Geoffrey Parker can set you up for a smooth $7.5 million

3 – Gamble Boxes

This is a pretty ingenious concept. How many times have we had a good night at the tables or hit a small jackpot on slots and gone to bed with “house money” only to give it right back the following day?

Gamble Boxes to the Rescue

These small personal safes are as simple to use as they are in concept. Simply leave the key at home, take the gamble box to the casino with you and when the gambling day has come to an end, deposit your winnings in the box.

Perfect Gift For A Gambler Movie

The box won’t be able to be opened until you get home to the key. So, that $200 you won playing real money blackjack is sure to make it home with you.

These typically come as a cash box the casinos themselves use and are very basic in appearance. So, I encourage you to bust out the paint or sharpies and unleash your creativity by personalizing the gift.

Gift Ideas For Gamblers

4 – Trippin’

I would not be disappointed if my sister endowed me with a trip to Vegas for my birthday. I can’t think of a single casino gambler in my life that wouldn’t jump at a free trip to a casino.

One wonderful benefit of giving this gift is that the gambler in your life won’t be making this trip alone. That’s right, pack your bags and go enjoy the gift of giving.

Perfect Gift For A Gambler

Obviously, this is a somewhat pricey option. I do want to point out that it is approximately $7,498,000 cheaper than a nice poker set. So, why not splurge?

5 – Take a Look, It’s in a Book

Depending on the game preferences of the casino gambler in your life there are hundreds of books that are sure to pique interest.
While for slots players there aren’t really strategy guides a book on the history of slots could be a great read. Maybe a coffee table book with pictures of the most unique and beautifully designed slot machines is the gift for the win.

The table game players have nearly endless options on the subject. You are certain to find something for even the most discerning gambler. You may choose a book on the history of baccarat, your casino gambler’s favorite poker player or strategies of blackjack.

These are only a few options available to you. Retailers like Amazon and Barnes & Noble are stocked to the gills with wonderful books on any casino gambling topic that strikes a fancy in any gambler.

6 – Casino Gift Cards

Casino gift cards make a wonderful surprise for any casino gambler. These wonderful and easy to use little cards may be used for anything from a relaxing spa experience complete with massage to a round of golf with friends.

Gifts

While these may seem impersonal at first look. There is really nothing that will be more universally appreciated by all casino gamblers.

If you are wondering what casino to buy a gift card from, I suggest asking the gambler in your life. Personally, if I’m staying at Aria in Las Vegas, I rather not make a trip down the strip just to burn a gift card.

7 – Slot Machine

I was completely surprised at the affordability of owning your very own slot machine. As with other options on this list, when it comes to slots there are a ton of options.

For budget conscious gift givers there is an abundance of scaled down, largely plastic versions of slots complete with lights and sound. Amazon has what appear to be decent options starting under $30.

Now, if the casino gambler in your life has more of a purist taste, then eBay has some budget friendly options. I found several working slot machines that match the size and shape of what you get in popular casinos in the $125 range.

Of course, if there’s a budget-based option there has to be a peak of ostentatious sensibility. Take a peek, and you’ll see that some slot machines will set you back as much as a new midsize sedan.

Conclusion

I don’t know what the best gambling game for the casino gambler in your life is. My hope is that this list helps you make that decision more easily.

I have covered some basics and with a little consideration on your part, a little cash in your pocket and the right occasion I’m confident that you will blow away the casino gambler in your life. Just remember to not take it too seriously.

I believe 100% of the pressure associated with gift giving is self-imposed. Giving gifts is one of the most rewarding endeavors and you’re now armed with tools to make the special day a little more special.

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