In Phoenix there is Bass Pro and Cabelas. I prefer Cabelas.
I have the Elton Radio as well. Popular item.
You can get the Ritter PSP at Bass Pro.
Great gadgets for someone who is not all bought in on the technical aspects of preparedness like your husband can not complain about getting a set set of bino's, some motorola walkie talkies, safety whistles, GPS, nice compass, even a day pack or such to carry your new items.
The other thing you can do is gauge his process with a gift card for $50, go with him when he uses it and see where his eyes wander.
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