When a USA map beats a world map
Buy a USA wooden map when your story is domestic — state parks, cross-country drives, military postings, or collecting state visits. Guests recognize home-state shapes right away; that spark is harder to get from a world map if everyone in the room is US-focused.
World maps still win for international households. If half your trips are abroad, a world push-pin or LED may fit better. Many people own both over time; start with the map that matches the next few years of travel.