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Re: Barbershop Headshave?
« Reply #45 on: December 31, 2014, 02:42:49 PM »
It's hard, but I didn't shave today, going to try and go 3 days without shaving so I can go and try a new barbershop. I found a master barber that only charges $15 for a headshave. I like to have more than stubble to shave.
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Re: Barbershop Headshave?
« Reply #46 on: December 31, 2014, 02:51:18 PM »
Let us know how that goes.  I haven't been to a barbershop since the first time I started shaving my head.  But, I've been wanting to go back for that bit of sit down relaxation while it's getting prepped and shaved.
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Re: Barbershop Headshave?
« Reply #47 on: December 31, 2014, 03:18:33 PM »
I have mixed feelings about a barbershop shave. They never go close enough. I wish I could find one that would do a double edge against the grain that would rock!
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Re: Barbershop Headshave?
« Reply #48 on: December 31, 2014, 03:58:59 PM »
Fifteen bucks, RedDog?

Man, if I could get one for that price, I would be there every Saturday regardless of whether I could get it smoother on my own. Enjoy it, sir.
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Re: Barbershop Headshave?
« Reply #49 on: December 31, 2014, 04:08:48 PM »
Yes Cave, if this guy is good, I could go once a month. He had great reviews online. I'm planning on going Friday, I'll let you know how it goes.
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Re: Barbershop Headshave?
« Reply #50 on: January 09, 2015, 05:09:21 PM »
Well, I finally got around to trying a new barber. I had 4 days of growth, and he was the one charging $15. It looks like you get what you pay for. He didn't seem too happy to be doing a headshave. A warm towel for about 30 seconds, foam shaving cream, and a not very sharp razor. Only took him about 10 minutes and the result felt like my head feels after one days growth. I would gladly pay the extra 6 bucks and have my other barber shave me.
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Re: Barbershop Headshave?
« Reply #51 on: January 09, 2015, 05:15:35 PM »
Dang. And here I was all set to be jealous of you.
 
Sorry it did not turn out so good. I hope your tip reflected your feelings.
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Re: Barbershop Headshave?
« Reply #52 on: January 09, 2015, 05:39:42 PM »
How disappointing. Sorry, Mike!
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Re: Barbershop Headshave?
« Reply #53 on: January 10, 2015, 06:18:59 AM »
If you want it done right, do it yourself.




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Re: Barbershop Headshave?
« Reply #54 on: January 10, 2015, 11:50:46 AM »
With respect, gentlemen, don't ever have a headshave by a barber who is reluctant to give a one.

I have had four, from four different barbers.  Truth be told, I can always shave my own head better, but that's not really the point.  I consider it a luxurious indulgence.  I'm still looking for the ultimate barbershop headshave.

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Re: Barbershop Headshave?
« Reply #55 on: January 10, 2015, 01:48:01 PM »
You are so right Red. I think you could get a super shave and experience at The Art of Shaving. We have two of them in the Twin Cities, but very expensive.
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Re: Barbershop Headshave?
« Reply #56 on: January 10, 2015, 02:03:33 PM »
My face and headshave at Art of Shaving (Schaumburg, Illinois) was one of the best I ever had, however I dropped about $100 for the shaves including tip.  It was a meticulous, unhurried shave.  I was a birthday treat for myself.
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Re: Barbershop Headshave?
« Reply #57 on: January 12, 2015, 11:00:30 AM »
That's a bummer to hear reddog.  Sometimes it's worth spending the few extra dollars to get exactly what you want.
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Re: Barbershop Headshave?
« Reply #58 on: January 12, 2015, 11:39:45 AM »
You are right DOC, the other guy I went to did a much better job and the experience was much better. If I could get my first barber to finish with a pass against the grain, it would be a fantastic shave, worth the $21.
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