Antique barber chairs from Paidar, Koken or Belmont are adored and cherished by collectors and barber chair owners all over the world. These century-old barber chairs are pieces of art by themselves.
However, due to wear and tear over the years, these chairs can sometimes miss parts and may need restoration. Finding the missing parts of the antique chair to restore it is an intimidating task. This article aims to introduce different barber chair parts briefly and exactly where to find the barber chair parts.
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The most common barber chair parts that are available in the market are listed below-
Headrest: A headrest is a removable accessory in barber chairs that is often missing in an antique barber chair. Barber chairs usually have cast iron headrest with leather upholstery. In a restoration project, a chrome finish on the headrest is generally preferred.
Backrest: Barber chairs often have a backrest that matches the headrest and the seat. It is usually made of cast iron or wood and covered with leather upholstery. It can also include a towel bar that can be attached to the back.
Armrest: Some barber chairs had decorated armrest that ornated the chair. Armrests can also match the base and accompaniments of the upholstery. It is usually made of the same material as the frame and is often chromed. Some variants come with ashtrays attached.
Seat: It is reasonably common for antique barber chairs to have broken seat, therefore requires restoration. The seat is also matched with the backrest and has the same build. The handle to recline or adjust the height of the chair is often attached to the seat.
Hydraulic Lift Mechanism: In the world of antique barber chairs, it is sporadic to find a chair with a working hydraulic system. This mechanism, trademarked by Koken, actually allows the chair to go up or down. It is a complex apparatus that has its subparts. It contains the piston pump assembly, relief valve, filter, plunger, cylinder and hydraulic cover.
Calf rest, Footrest: The calf rest and footrest are other unique features of the antique barber chairs that complement the classic look. They are usually matched with the parts above them and are made of the same material. The upholstery is also made of leather.
Base: The base firmly supports the chair on the ground. It is usually made of porcelain. It also has a chrome metal ring that serves as a covering for the line that connects the upper section and the bottom.
Breaks: The brake stops the chair from rotating in place as the client is sitting receiving service. This little metal piece can become worn but fortunately, most are easy to find or fabricate if you know where to look.
The first step of the restoration process is to find the missing parts — without any doubt a tedious job. We are listing down the best sources where you can find antique barber chairs parts for sale.
J&N Antique Barber Chair an Parts
Located in New York, J&N Antique Barber Chair an Parts have a collection of antique and vintage chairs for sale. They also restore and repair antique chairs and has a collection of barber chair parts.
Antique Barber Chairs Marketplace
The Antique Barber Chairs marketplace is another online source of antique barber chair parts. Along with antique barber chairs, they also offer a collection of barber chair parts for restoration.
Vatican Shop
The Vatican Shop holds an extensive collection of antiques along with other different products. They have various parts of the significant antique barber chair manufacturer’s parts available for sale. They offer global shipping on these antique chair parts.
Custom Barber Chairs
Available in three locations, the Custom Barber Chairs has a solution for anyone looking for antique barber chair parts. You can easily inquire about their collection of parts available over a phone call. They also sell antique barber chairs and offers restoration services.
Thrones Custom Barber Chairs
Located in Kansas, Thrones Custom Barber Chairs houses unique antique and vintage barber furniture as well as many other craft collectables. Check them out for every thing from original barber poles to antique cabnetry. They have it all.
If you purchase antique barber chair parts online, ensure thorough communication with the seller to get the correct part. We would also suggest getting an expert opinion before buying a part. Learn more about restoring antique and vintage barber chairs and how much does it cost.
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Looking for a calf rest for a theo-aKocks . If you can assist me in that, it would be appreciated. Thank you.
Good evening I’m looking for the Crome brace that runs from the bottom of the left arm rest to the step on the left side of a 1950’s Belmont
Great article. You certainly provided many great resources. Thank you
I'm looking for the pump arm for a 1929 belmont
Excellent article. Thank you! I’ve got a complete, late ‘50’s Koken Comet (including ashtray!)that I finally had to take out of my shop. The old “Blue” just can’t stay locked in when leaning back. It’s either up or flat. No in between. There’s nothing in your article about that specific mechanism, so If you would direct me where I could start looking I’d greatly appreciate it.
I am looking for parts or information on a koken barber chair, not sure of the year or model but can send e mail or text a pic if needed, the info or parts im looking for has to do with the reclining of the chair, i have the bracket thay goes to cald rest(back side) the rod & stop or brake assembly but at the bery back of the chair under porcelai the end of the reclining rod has just a roll pin, am I missing a handle or how do you recline it? Or is it all just friction & nothing is supposed to be on the end of that rod?
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How hard is it to find a headrest for an emil j. Paidar chair?
Hi I am looking of the mechanism to open up and then close the chair in sitting position. The mechanism I have doesn't seem to be the correct one for the chair as it does not allow room for it to function properly. It is a Gioia Catania. Can you help me?
looking for finger cup on koken barber chair to soak finger nails in. i have pictures of chair and cup can reach me @601-214-5756 this is david rodgers thanks