A Swiss Army knife.
If you had one of the junior versions of these while you were in the Scouts, you know their infinite usefulness. While you may think you’re better off buying a big Gerber or an American military knife like a KABAR (never do that unless you were in the Marine Corps) the Swiss Army knife will enable you to take action in a variety of situations and will communicate to others that you are a resourceful, capable man. There are dozens of varieties – from the classic we all remember to knives made specifically for camping or boating, and even Swiss Army knives with USB sticks inside (perfect if you’re an IT guy.) Extra style points: Have it personalized with an engraving.
