Gun-Shaped Soap Bars

For the action-movie fan whose stocking usually contains socks, a gun-shaped soap bar offers a change of script. The pistol silhouette is the entire gag, with an optional silver or gold handle adding another bit of bathroom theatrics. The solid-color version keeps things simpler, though subtlety probably left the room when the soap took this shape.

Each handmade bar uses a clear glycerin soap base with olive oil, colorant, and fragrance. It measures about 4 x 2.5 x 0.75 inches and weighs approximately 2.6 ounces. This is a single novelty bar, so it works better as a stocking stuffer or party favor than the main event. It comes with a cellophane bag and ribbon, a useful finishing touch for a gift whose appeal depends on that first look.

The color and handle choices give the design a little personality without complicating the premise. For a man who enjoys action-movie props and cheeky gifts, there’s enough here to earn a laugh before it gets put to its ordinary job by the sink. Keep the rest of the gift wrapping straight-faced.