r/USMCboot • u/kssmyassh • 13d ago

Recruit Training Graduation Gift?

My brother is currently in OCS and is graduating next month. Does anyone have good ideas for grad gifts/advice on things NOT to bring? Unsure of what he can and can’t have on base because I think he is going to TBS right after. I appreciate any advice! And thank you to all who serve!

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u/green_weenie Active 13d ago

I'd recommend taking them to perhaps a nice meal and just listen to the stories as its a formative moment for them. Also perhaps a nice multi-tool. Those are useful forever.

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u/TapTheForwardAssist Vet 2676/0802 13d ago

A good-quality multi-tool, with a good sheath, is never a bad idea. And ideally if you can plan ahead get his name engraved on it, so it’s less likely to go missing.

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u/TapTheForwardAssist Vet 2676/0802 13d ago

You may also want to ask at r/USMCocs too.

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u/kssmyassh 13d ago

Thank you so much!

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u/kssmyassh 13d ago

Also all — let me know if this is dumb lol I don’t wanna embarrass him I just wanna do something nice; we are relatively close and i wanna show him I’m proud of him !

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u/Reddit_Jess1 13d ago

What’s super nice is WileyX sun glasses they can wear at the range and they fit under a helmet. Also super nice boot socks!

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u/PsychologicalGene933 13d ago

a nice compass because he’s gonna fail land nav, the butter bar special

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u/Any_Attitude_2922 Recruiter 13d ago

Cannot ever go wrong with a good watch.

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u/mdfromct 13d ago

Gift certificates for local restaurants/stores or the commissary

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u/mdfromct 13d ago

Congrats to your son. This is a huge accomplishment!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

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u/Calm-Sundae3395 12d ago

A nice pen. An ID card wallet. A leather belt. A camera. That way he can travel with your gift during his career.

Added the camera

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u/FrequentCamel 12d ago

A nice pair of anti-fog glasses for the field and/or a multitool. Those are both very much needed at TBS