Thread: Nothing against the Barbers

Well done, English - spot on.

Bert Little was a master barber i used to visit as a kid. I used to time him on my old 'Timex' watch - shave and a haircut (short back & sides of course!) just FIFTEEN minutes. This included a hot towel prior to lather then a REAL straight razor(no guard!!) for the shave & neck trim - the guy was like lightning! He'd been an Army barber where I guess speed was the key and, I am glad to say, he started my long interest in straight razors. Alas, I never had a shave from him (too young!) but I'll never forget that straight whispering across the back of my neck - dry BBS!!! - and behind my ears........


Bert's long gone now but if only a few can follow his lead then barbering will live on. Me? I haven't the skill - or nerve - to shave others but those who can - please do! rock on Bert!