It can be hard to come up with a great gift for a welder when you don’t know much about welding.
Unfortunately, many gift sites are offering crappy and unrealistic ideas.
We welders already know what we want, so it’s best to ask your welder friend/boyfriend/girlfriend/dad or whoever, but it’s no surprise…
That’s why we’ve rounded up a ton of gift ideas that welders really want. Let’s check it out below.
I’ve listed and explained the most popular welder gift ideas so you can choose a gift based on your welder’s needs.
I’ve included inexpensive and valuable gifts that can leave a permanent positive mark on your relationship.
But on the other hand, getting a consumable like MIG Welding Nozzle Gel will show your welders how much you know about their day-to-day needs. Everyone appreciates such a gesture.
1. New welding helmet
ESAB Sentinel A50 Welding Helmet
- One of the best selling high end helmets
- Revolutionary housing design – high impact resistance
- Color touchscreen control panel with 8 memorized settings
- One of the most comfortable helmets
By purchasing the ESAB Sentinel A50 for your welders (full review here), you’ll let them know in no time that you understand their trade. Don’t just buy a welding helmet. Instead, buy them what they need and want. This is one of the best hijab that will significantly improve their work and life.
not sure? Check out our list of the top rated welding helmets on the market.
2. Portable Soldering Station
Eastwood Adjustable Steel Welding Station
- Fully collapsible – easy to store
- Multiple clamp slots for easier work
- Allows for 3 fixed angle positions for comfortable welding
- Heavy Duty – up to 350 lbs load capacity
You never know when work will take you outside, in the field, or in the field. If you equip your welders with this bench, they’ll think of you every time they use it and thank you for making their jobs so much easier. This is a light table from one of the most respected brands.
3. Angle grinder
40% discount
DEWALT 20V MAX Brushless Grinder
- Brushless motor for long life
- Recoil brake for fast maximum stopping power
- Electronic switch protection against accidental activation
- 850W pure electricity, to meet the demanding work
An angle grinder is an indispensable tool for every welder. Arguably, welders probably use grinders more than welders. If you buy them a quality tool like this one from Dewalt, they will last for years.
4. C-clamp
SWIVEL PAD LOCKING C-Clamp
- Nickel-plated surface, made of high-quality steel
- 50-100mm opening range
- One-handed operation speeds up workflow
- compact design
Want your welders to smile the moment they unwrap a gift? Getting a set of C-clamps will do the trick for any metalworker. Manipulating metal without moving it is hard enough. To secure it securely, you must use locking pliers.
5. Adjustable angle magnetic square
20% discount
Adjustable Angle Magnetic Cube
- Wide Angle Range – 30°-270°
- Includes angle setting pins
- Separate structure of inner/outer magnets
- Split lever magnet hex hole for easy release
This is an affordable yet very effective gift for welders. Magnets are used to hold metal together prior to tack welding, but adjustable angle magnets make life easier for welders. Not every welder has one of these, so they make a great gift if you’re looking for something simple.
6. Welder backpack
24% discount
Lincoln Electric Welder’s All-in-One Backpack
- Military-grade durability
- 50lbs+ carrying capacity
- Adaptive outer mesh for face mask or welding helmet
- Designed for comfort with multiple padded pressure support areas
Soldering on the go requires a good backpack. Unfortunately, no ordinary backpack will suffice. Welders need the support of equipment and durability. This backpack makes a great gift for the welder who travels a lot.
7. Welder’s Duffle Bag
Lincoln Electric Industrial Duffle Bag
- Lightweight yet roomy – fits all welding equipment
- Industrial Grade Durability – Made of 1680 denier fabric
- three exterior pockets
- Includes padded shoulder straps
If backpacks don’t offer enough space, this duffel certainly can. It’s designed for heavy industrial environments, so if the welder in your life works in a refinery, heavy manufacturing plant, construction site, or similar, they’ll love this bag.
8. New Welding Gloves for MIG or Stick Welding
If they do MIG, Flux core, or stick welding, they’ll love these gloves from Revco. Every welder needs a new pair of gloves. Going out and buying new ones is often a hassle, or we just forget to do it. So getting a pair of dual style torches from a friend is sure to put a smile on any welder’s face.
9. New TIG Welding Welding Gloves
Lincoln Electric Premium TIG Welding Gloves
- Soft grained leather offers maximum dexterity
- Designed for heat resistance without losing hand control
- Side Hand Reinforcement for TIG Welder Movement Support
- Industrial Durability
TIG welding gloves require as much comfort, feel and finger dexterity as possible, as the TIG welding process places great emphasis on precision. So if your welders do TIG, they’ll love these gloves from Lincoln. They are constructed of durable materials for precise and efficient thermal protection.
10. Flame retardant pants
Caterpillar Men’s Flame Retardant Cargo Pants
- Certified to NFPA 2112, NFPA 70E, HR/Arc2, ATPV Value 9.5
- Classic fit with leg openings that slip over boots for extra protection
- Designed for maximum comfort and a wide range of motion
- Multiple pockets for tools, rulers, cell phone and supplies
FR pants are a very popular addition to welders protective gear. Often amateur welders skip these, but they shouldn’t. Gifting a pair of FR pants will show that you care and don’t want hot slag or molten metal causing them to burn.
11. Leather welding apron
22% discount
QeeLink Leather Welding Apron
- Heavy-duty heat-resistant and flame-retardant two-layer cowhide
- 6 Tool Pockets – Increases Productivity
- Extra long – for over-the-knee protection
- Crossback straps provide superior comfort and neck pain prevention
Wearing an apron while welding protects against sparks, hot slag, and radiation. Every welder should own one of these and getting them from a friend would make anyone happy. Durable, this apron is designed to optimize weight distribution so its protection doesn’t come at the expense of comfort.
12. Welding jacket
Lincoln Electric Heavy Duty Leather Welding Jacket
- Designed for heavy duty or misplaced welds
- Designed to improve range of motion in the hand
- Breathable back for cool and comfortable workdays
- Special protective button lining design prevents sparks from entering the jacket
Never solder without a good solder jacket. This Lincoln leather jacket is ergonomically designed for optimum comfort and maximum protection. It will last a long time and I can imagine every welder grinning from ear to ear as they unwrap it as a gift.
13. Fun Welder Mug
It’s a fun little gift if you like something they can use outside of work life. It perfectly outlines all the nutrients for a great welder. It has it all, hard work, unparalleled skill, pain tolerance, pride, caffeine, and absolutely no regrets!
14. Funny T-Shirts
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This tee is sure to make them laugh and they’ll love it. It perfectly illustrates the dangerous side of the business in a humorous way that is very close to reality. Any welder would rather get their welds done before worrying about themselves.
15. Fun Hoodie
Welder Hourly Hoodie
- Available in a variety of colors
- Machine washable in cold water in matching colors
- Classic fit with taped twill neckline
- light
Oh, and here’s a hoodie they’ll love wearing. It perfectly tells a common businessman struggle. “Can I watch it?” “Can I just sit in your shop and stare at you all day?” “You know, I soldered this myself, but can you check it?” Anyone who receives it as a gift welders laugh out loud.
16. Welding boots
Welding without proper boots is very dangerous, as molten metal can quickly pass through ordinary sneakers and cause serious injury. Welding boots usually last a long time, especially if they are well made. They have an extra metatarsal guard for protection from falling sparks and molten metal.
17. Chisel hammer
15% discount
Estwing BIG BLUE Welding Hammer/Chisel Hammer
- One-piece forged – the most durable way of making tools
- Patented shock-absorbing handle for high comfort
- BUILT FOR PROFESSIONAL TRADERS
- Made in Illinois, USA from the highest quality American steel
Now, here’s a beautiful, long-lasting gift any welder will appreciate. Made in Rockford, IL and forged in one piece, this chisel hammer will last them a lifetime. Thanks to its patented shock-absorbing design, it is comfortable to use and has a tip and an edge for versatile slag removal.
18. Magnetic welding frame
15% discount
6pcs Arrow Welding Magnets
- Powerful magnets with weight limits ranging from 25 lbs to 75 lbs
- Constructed of stainless steel with a powder-coated finish for maximum corrosion resistance
- Allows you to easily build shapes before spot welding
- Bright red for easy magnet detection
It is difficult to build complex shapes without using arrowheads to solder magnets. Even if your welder friends already have these, they’ll love the extra parts. Arrow magnets are essential in any welding shop and you can never put too many on them.
19. Soldering Book
Modern Welding Twelfth Edition
- Comprehensive coverage of common welding and cutting processes
- Includes extensive explanation of welding symbols
- Covers weld testing and inspection
- It aligns with key metrics for AWS SENSE certification
If you know someone who is just starting their welding journey, giving them this book will push them to another level. This book covers everything a welder needs to know and follow the American Welding Society SENSE certification method.
20. Corner clips
Housolution Right Angle Clamps
- Made of high-quality aluminum alloy, durable
- Rubber handle with adjustable swivel jaws for precise grip
- Bi-directional swivel single handle jaw
- Multipurpose tool for welding, woodworking, nails, screws and more.
This durable corner clip will make any welder’s job easier. When joining two steel rods, metal pipes, or anything similar, this clamp will precisely hold the elements in place before the weld occurs.
21. Thickness gauge
27% discount
Round Double Sided Metal Plate Thickness Gauge
- Wire and Sheet Metal Gauge
- stainless steel corrosion resistant
- Intuitive and easy to use
- Lightweight with keychain support for sheet metal specs
“Now, where is my thickness gauge?” This is a question I ask myself a lot. These are never going to be there when you need them, so it’s useful to have an extra pair on hand. It’s a thoughtful gift that lets them know that you’ve carefully researched their needs, rather than just buying things on a whim.
22. Magnetic TIG Gun Holder
10% discount
Powerful Hand Tools – Magnetic TIG Gun Holder
- Deep bend provides extra secure torch retention
- Rounded edges prevent scratches
- Cable holder to reduce hand fatigue
- Improve workspace organization and prevent accidental flare discharges
It’s a great addition to anyone’s welding shop or garage. Parking your TIG torch while cleaning beads means you have to put the torch somewhere. This magnetic welding torch holder safely keeps your welding torch ready for your next weld.
23. Magnetic MIG Gun Holder
ARCRAFT MIG Gun Holder
- Magnetic base for quick and easy placement
- Reduce table clutter and improve organization
- Thanks to the efficient access point it is suitable for all MIG torch sizes
- Simple design with powerful magnets
Welding, peening and cleaning, then welding again, but what about the torch? If you just put it on the table, it will clutter the space. If you give it to your welders, they’ll experience the effects of effortless MIG torch management.
24. Tungsten sharpener
Three-sided aluminum tungsten electrode sharpener
- It fits almost all rotary tools with 3/4-12 threads
- Multiple Grinding Capabilities – Multiple Tungsten Sizes, Angles and Holes
- No additional diamond wheel adjustment required
- very lightweight yet durable
TIG electrode tips need to be modified according to the job at hand. For example, DCEN and DCEP welding do not use the same tungsten tip. Grinding tungsten with an angle grinder isn’t ideal, so get your friends a real tungsten electrode grinder and they’ll love it.
25. Tiger Finger Heat Shield
Tiger Finger Heat Shield
- Allows you to complete a long pass without burning your fingers
- pocket size
- Extend the life of your TIG gloves
- Built for Hobbyists and Professionals
Welders usually endure only the searing pain of walking with their fingers propped on sheet metal. Renowned welder and YouTuber Jordy sells the TIG Finger Heat Shield, a gift I’m sure every welder will love.
26. Cylinder accessory hanger
This adjustable cylinder accessory hanger secures gloves, helmets and other items even after changing cylinders. Thanks to its variable opening width, this accessory holder fits any cylinder. A very neat way to keep your work area tidy.
27. Soldering Kit Stickers
These welding stickers make a very simple and functional gift. They perfectly capture the workman’s jokes, and any welder will love having one of these on their toolbox, welder, or helmet.
28. Welding Kit – 11 Gauge Steel Cube
Welding Kit – 11 Gauge Steel Cube
- great for beginners
- Immediately ready to weld
- Save time purchasing material for first welds
- Laser cut in the USA from American steel
This would be a perfect gift if you know a beginner welder. Save them time by providing them with ready-to-assemble kits and make a mark on their learning journey. Everyone appreciates a gift that pushes them toward their goals.
29. MIG Tip Gel
16% discount
Hobart Welding Mig Nozzle Gel
- Non-toxic, odorless and meets all safety standards
- Silicone free, no porosity
- Keep weld spatter away from nozzle
- Great for keeping your workspace safe and clean
MIG Welding Nozzle Gel prevents spatter from accumulating on the torch and reduces the amount of spatter throughout your shop. It’s a great gift to let them know how much you know about their everyday needs.
30. Mig pliers
38% discount
IRWIN VISE-GRIP MIG Pliers
- Specially designed handpiece effectively removes splashes
- Multiple jaws for pulling out wires and removing tips
- Spring loaded to eliminate hand fatigue
- Induction hardened cutting edges stay sharper longer
MIG pliers are used dozens of times a day to remove fused tips, clean splatter and install new nozzles. They make great gifts if you need something simple but you also want them to use it every day.
31. Anvil
Single Trumpet Anvil 66Lbs Cast Steel
- Fully polished surface area for precision machining
- Large enough for almost all forging activities
- Round horns for bending, rolling and shaping
- reliable and not too heavy
Welders often have to bend, shape and hammer the metal before it is ready to fuse. An anvil is an essential piece of equipment in any workshop, and if the welder you know doesn’t already have one, it makes the perfect gift they’ll never forget.
to sum up
I have prepared many different gifts and they are all great. However, your choice should be based on the type of relationship you have, the response you want to elicit, and your budget.
Gifts such as ESAB helmets, anvils, angle grinders or portable tables will show that you want to invest in their cause and never be forgotten.
While fun little gifts like soldering stickers, t-shirts and the like will make for a big laugh and create a little joke between the two of you.
But with every gift, it’s the thought that counts, and I hope this guide helps you find the right gift for the special welder in your life.