Comments on: The Art of Manliness Weekly Roundup: Barber Shop Edition

By: Rob

Rob — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 13:53:00 +0000

Salons versus Barbers. I went to a barber in Chicago when I interned there; got the haircut and shave. Really cool experience! I haven’t found one down in South Florida, as finding a good barber is like finding a needle in a haystack. If you don’t feel comfortable with the person holding the scisors, its not going to work out. Other than being a good barber, along with it comes the requirement of personality. The guy I go to now is at a salon (sigh), but I’ve been going to him for some time now, and the price is good, and he has cool tatoos and used to box. Not everything can be perfect, but this is a good compromise. If only we can raise the level of BS.

By: Jamin

Jamin — Fri, 23 May 2008 23:27:41 +0000

What a coincidence, I went to Monty’s Barbershop, but in Ames Iowa for the first time a few weeks ago. It was a great place, small though, just one chair and one guy. You’re right about the barber shop atmosphere, it’s great. While I was there 6 or 7 guys must have been through, including a father and two sons.

By: Neon John

Neon John — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 09:57:00 +0000

I got a kick out of this one. The same barber that gave me my first haircut still cut my hair until a couple of years ago. When he turned 100 years old, he decided to close his shop and move his chair to his house! His price was $3 for the works because he didn’t think a haircut and a shave was worth more than that.

That was something that I most looked forward to – the cut and a shave every two weeks. And the vibrator massage afterwards, of course.

I don’t know where you live but around here (East Tennessee), barber shops are still plentiful. I can think of 5 or 6 within a few miles’ drive. My “new” barber gives me the same “works” but unfortunately, at twice the price. It costs me SIX bux for the full treatment nowadays. Darned inflation!

John

By: TheReverend

TheReverend — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 05:48:26 +0000

Hawleywood’s Barber Shop in Newport Beach and Long Beach CA is absolutely the best ever. I was there last week for a shave and a haircut. Name me any place in America where you can get better service for $30.00? NO WHERE. They are the best, bringing back old school barbering techniques. I’ve been a loyal customer for the past 8 years, but I wish it was longer. I’ve moved to CO but when I’m back in town I always make an appointment. I suggest you do the same. Call ahead as they book up fast.
The Reverend

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By: Hurlequin

Hurlequin — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 22:08:21 +0000

I once stuck my penis into a barber’s mouth. True story.

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By: amy

amy — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 02:33:22 +0000

my husband got a haircut at some hole-in-the-wall barber shop when we were engaged and had the time of his life. at the time, i didn’t get it.

thanks to you i now see that the barbershop culture, though waning, could be as fun for men as the salon culture is for (some) women. i’m not a salon goer myself, but i can see the appeal. too bad about the lack of barber shops. you have made me a believer.

By: Brett McKay

Brett McKay — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 14:03:24 +0000

@fathersez: You're very welcome!

By: Steve

Steve — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 03:46:17 +0000

State Street Barbers in Boston is fantastic! The do a great job on my hair and beard. Only place I’ve found that can keep my 1-2″ beard looking neat and tight…

By: fathersez

fathersez — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 01:09:48 +0000

Hi Brett,

Thanks for the kind mention and the link.

Best regards

By: Doctuh

Doctuh — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 00:42:42 +0000

If you are around Portland, Maine: Bob’s Barber Shop is a refuge.