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| - First off I need to say that I wanted to love this place before walking in the door. I kept an open mind the entire visit. I greatly value what they are trying to do in helping to bring back the traditional, old school barbershop with a modern twist. Unfortunately in the end the shave and cut fell far below my expectations as a discerning gentleman. Maybe it was an off day for them?
Graham's has two chairs and both had customers when I walked through the door. The owner has the first chair and didn't greet me as I walked in the door. That sort of set the tone. His partner however did attempt to engage me even though he too had a client so I especially appreciated that. As a small business owner myself though, I would be greeting everyone with a smile and at least a hello when they walked through the door especially since the owner is the closest person to the door.
The owner ended up freeing up first so he gave me my full face shave and cut. I have very sensitive skin and he was very accommodating to my neck to ensure I didn't get a cut or burn. However, he blatantly missed several patches on my upper cheeks, around my lips, chin and back of my neck. I actually had to shave myself immediately after arriving home from this trek. There are so many amazing, natural shave soaps and creams out today that work better than the old stuff. I was quite surprised that a shop like this used the old generic stuff in a warm, automated pump instead of all choosing one of the many newer, better products on the market. The hot towel and prep work was solid and the cold towel after the shave was helpful. Basically though, I can shave myself at home better with less effort and less irritation.
If you want a solid fade or WWII era haircut that is all the craze right now, this is probably your place. But for someone with fine hair holding a slight wave, I needed a little more sheer and scissor actions and less generic "#4". I informed the owner that I didn't want my hair to appear clean cut but rather natural. He cut me clean and unnatural but I never once was in eye sight of the mirror so I didn't know until it was too late. Glad I don't have a wedding today.
The prices are totally fair for the time spent with each client but I feel the skill level was just not there for my taste. Walk-ins are all they do which can work for you or against you depending upon the day and time. I believe they are cash only so be prepared.
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