The Tonsorial Shoppe

[koØm]

Tell me about your Barbershop.

Barbering is a very important job, it's a form of waste management; just as important an the Metropolitan Sewer District. There is actually a State Inspector of Barbershops.

The Barbershop is somewhere where fellows go to congregate and talk about sports, politics, race, current events, women and, each other. The same fellow has been cutting my hair for the last 20 years although I had to follow him through three different shops.

I went in to get a haircut and, they were "off the hook" -- more than usual! It was Saturday afternoon and I didn't make an appointment (never had to in 20 years) so, walk-in customers have to wait for scheduled customers to be cleared out. Question: How come every neighborhood mother brings their hyper-active and un-parented pack in to get the boys hair cut on Saturday? I was there for 3 hours for a $10.00 "Senior priced" Haircut; never again on Saturday!

Oh, I forgot to tell you why they were off the hook, they (there are three barbers in the shop) had just scored a "boosted" Keurig Coffee machine for 40 bucks and they were all going crazy using the machine, they went through the whole sample (4 per person) pack of 12 in 2 hours. They were all super animated and hyped from the caffeine in the coffee. Add that to mothers on cellphones, daughters making noise while their brothers were in the chair, comedian-customers, inebriated visitors and ESPN TV playing loudly over the din.

I may have to go to Super-cuts in the mall.

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[NQ6U]

I'm married to my "barber." She'd cut my nuts off if I let anyone else touch my hair. And, yes, she is a trained professional.

[W2NAP]

don't go to any barber, I don't cut me hair, nor do I shave

[koØm]

I'm married to my "barber." She'd cut my nuts off if I let anyone else touch my hair. And, yes, she is a trained professional.

Lucky you, the only way I could get a personal barber would be to hit the Lotto.

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[KG4CGC]

I cut my own hair.

http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c79/bebop5/drinks/Doctor%20Mall_zpskihrr7dr.png

[WØTKX]

Self administered Wahl Clipper action.

Not enough left to care about anything fancy.

[KK4AMI]

Wow! You are a hard core guy marrying a "professional nut cutter". My guy is an old "motorhead" and Elvis memorabilia collector. Our town is too small to have a line at the barbershop. So far,the two times I've been there, it was walk in and sit down. My spouse gives him a C+ for quality.

[PA5COR]

Barbershop in town, one of the 12 there are, 2 girls, waiting time if I pick the right day 5 minutes max, slow growing hair so 2 visits a year will do ;)

[kb2crk]

I get a haircut once every three months whether I need it or not, I go where it is cheapest and no line. I have no desire to sit in a chair having my hair cut but it starts to get in my eyes when driving which can be a pain.

[W3WN]

Tell me about your Barbershop.

Barbering is a very important job, it's a form of waste management; just as important an the Metropolitan Sewer District. There is actually a State Inspector of Barbershops.

The Barbershop is somewhere where fellows go to congregate and talk about sports, politics, race, current events, women and, each other. The same fellow has been cutting my hair for the last 20 years although I had to follow him through three different shops.

I went in to get a haircut and, they were "off the hook" -- more than usual! It was Saturday afternoon and I didn't make an appointment (never had to in 20 years) so, walk-in customers have to wait for scheduled customers to be cleared out. Question: How come every neighborhood mother brings their hyper-active and un-parented pack in to get the boys hair cut on Saturday? I was there for 3 hours for a $10.00 "Senior priced" Haircut; never again on Saturday!

Oh, I forgot to tell you why they were off the hook, they (there are three barbers in the shop) had just scored a "boosted" Keurig Coffee machine for 40 bucks and they were all going crazy using the machine, they went through the whole sample (4 per person) pack of 12 in 2 hours. They were all super animated and hyped from the caffeine in the coffee. Add that to mothers on cellphones, daughters making noise while their brothers were in the chair, comedian-customers, inebriated visitors and ESPN TV playing loudly over the din.

I may have to go to Super-cuts in the mall.

.Boosted?

[W3WN]

don't go to any barber, I don't cut me hair, nor do I shaveThat could explain a lot. :twisted:

[NQ6U]

I cut my own hair.

http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c79/bebop5/drinks/Doctor%20Mall_zpskihrr7dr.png

“Will the real Dr. Chackal please report to neurosurgery immediately.”

[N8YX]

I cut my own hair.

http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c79/bebop5/drinks/Doctor%20Mall_zpskihrr7dr.png

Except for the differences in facial hair (goatee here), Charles and I are twin brothers from different mothers with regards to the dome bit.

Shiny. Let's be bad guys...

[KØWVM]

I cut my own hair.

http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c79/bebop5/drinks/Doctor%20Mall_zpskihrr7dr.png

As do I... Love the freedom of shaving mine anytime I want.

[KG4CGC]

“Will the real Dr. Chackal please report to neurosurgery immediately.”

I'm also running for POTUS.

[W2NAP]

That could explain a lot. :twisted:

just think of all that money I am saving

[NQ6U]

I'm also running for POTUS.

You've got my vote. Chackal por El Presidente Supremo a por Siempre!

[WA7PBE]

well at least your baber didn't just graduate from SH "A" school and you where his 4th haircut in his life.....needless to say I didn't have hair for these last few weeks.

[n2ize]

I just go over to Floyd's

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[XE1/N5AL]

A couple of years ago, my barber, Ramiro, moved his shop to another part of town. I still go there because he does such a great job. His barber shop is on the left side of the building and his wife's stationary store is on the right side. They live on the second floor.

With a huge family that includes his 8 children and his 23 grandchildren, Ramiro always has a story to tell. (He also has 7 brothers and sisters).

He recently raised his haircut price by 30 cents. Now, I'm paying $5.10 for a haircut. That's inflation for you!

From Google StreetView:
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[XE1/N5AL]

I just go over to Floyd's

Even Captain Kirk gets his trims from Floyd. Two of the original Star Trek episodes were filmed on the Mayberry set.


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Episode: "The City on the Edge of Forever"

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Episode: "Miri"

[W3WN]

I just go over to Floyd'sEven Captain Kirk gets his trims from Floyd. Two of the original Star Trek episodes were filmed on the Mayberry set.Yet despite this, Captain Kirk got all the girls. Go figure. :evil:

[K0RGR]

We have three places here, all cleverly named "The Barbershop". In these shops, they make an effort to recreate the spa-like atmosphere of a beauty parlor, but for men. The waiting area features overstuffed leather chairs and free peanuts. The barbers are all attractive women, and in their individual cubicles, they each have a flat screen TV.

For $11, you get a haircut, all the trimming, a shampoo, and a shoulder massage. Beards are a little extra. I always give the girl a $20 and let her keep the change.

Beats Floyd every time.

[XE1/N5AL]

In Guadalajara, the most common haircut options are: the traditional barbershop (peluquerias) like I use, the fancier uni-sex salons (esteticas unisex) catering to both men and women, and the men's salons (esteticas masculinas) where male barbers are available to cut your hair and female masseuses are available to take care of any other need that may "arise". Needless to say, the XYL wouldn't be too happy if I chose the last option.

[KG4NEL]

I cut my own hair.

http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c79/bebop5/drinks/Doctor%20Mall_zpskihrr7dr.png

What, no Card III? :mrgreen:

[WØTKX]

http://www.johnsymms.com/journal/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/090202_plake.jpg

[KG4NEL]

Nice rudder?

[KG4CGC]

Nice rudder?

Keel.

[NQ6U]

Keel.

Only when he's standing on his head.

[KG4CGC]

Only when he's standing on his head.

Which in skiing is possible in intervals.

[NQ6U]

Which in skiing is possible in intervals.

Excellent point and, in fact, one of the reasons I never took up the sport.

[KG4NEL]

My experience with snowboarding was a swift and terrible quarrel with gravity.

[NQ6U]

My experience with snowboarding was a swift and terrible quarrel with gravity.

That same experience could be applied to life as a whole.

[WØTKX]

The memorable Glen Plake, Superb Skier and Funny Flake!

That's a picture early in his career, the late 80's was the neon fashion era. https://forums.hamisland.net/images/smilies/icon_mrgreen.gif

I've met the guy a few times at ski promotions and the like. Never had the pleasure of skiing with him.
But he's a very decent guy who enjoys yakking with everybody, and a good ski ambassador.

[KG4CGC]

The world needs more good ski ambassadors.

[KG4NEL]

That same experience could be applied to life as a whole.

The feeling is certainly universal.

[W3WN]

The world needs more good ski ambassadors.
The world needs more Good.