Hedge trimmers, circular saws and fire extinguishers round out the top four choices. Lowe's has no bridal registry. Guys really enjoy tools. They like debating the features, the pros and cons, the brands. And getting the basics can add up, he notes.
Tools are quite expensive.
On-line bridal registries are playing into the trend too. She says men tend to sign up for the traditionally masculine items such as power tools and electronic equipment like DVD players. Bauer says the company also has noticed an increase in interest in gardening items, as well as cutlery, particularly knives. They're not so timid as far as picking out china patterns, and they can take their time to get the gifts.