If there is one style that never gets boring in barbershops, it's the vintage barbershop look. Sitting down in a vintage-style barber chair and getting a wet shave or a classic haircut in a chair from the 20s is the kind of fun experience everyone's looking forward to for their next trip to the barber salon.
The world of vintage and antique barber chairs is vast and intimidating. Let's learn about some of the most popular and classic barber chairs and exactly where you can find these gorgeous antique and vintage barber chairs for sale.
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F. Koenigkramer Barber Chairs
Manufactured by Fred and Frank Koenigkramer, these chairs were marketed under the company named Reliance. These chairs are valued between $300-$1100. Reliance or F.F Koenigkramer barber chairs are easily identifiable by the name on the metal foot grate. Earlier models from the 1920s featured porcelain bases and armrests and often no headrests.
Theo A. Kochs Company Barber Chairs
The Theo A. Kochs company was founded in Chicago in 1871, therefore, making these chairs the oldest in the U.S. These chairs are easily distinguishable for their unique design. The earliest model had a wooden frame and leather upholstery, whereas some of them had separate footstools. The antique barber chairs from Kochs' value ranges from $300 to $3500 depending on the condition and age.
Koken Barbers Chairs
Named after its inventor, the Koken barber chair is one of the most renowned and dominating chairs of the nineteenth century. Notable features of these chairs included tufted leather seats, padded arm and footrests, and frames constructed of quarter-sawn oak or walnut. The frames often featured defined wood carvings and had extravagant metalwork. Koken barber chairs are valued anywhere from $500-$6,000.
Emil J. Paidar Company Barber Chairs
In the early 19th century, the competition between the Emil J. Paidar Company and Koken was high. The company found success in 1970. Their regular chairs weren't unique, but their children's chairs had unique and exciting designs, therefore, attracting collectors. These barber chairs are currently valued between $150-$2,500.
Finding your desired antique barber chair can be complicated and intimidating, but we are listing down the best sources where you can find antique and vintage barber chairs for sale.
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Mr B's Barber equipment
Located in New York, the Mr Beauty showroom has a vast quality salon furnishing. Among other interior and salon equipment, this family-owned business holds an extensive collection of vintage barber chairs.
Custom Barber Chairs
Available in three locations, the Custom Barber Chairs' project Antique Barber Chairs include vintage Koken, Theo A. Kochs, and Emil J Paidar barber chairs. You can visit their Atlanta, Houston, and New York showrooms by booking an appointment prior. They do awesome work!
J&N Antique Barber Chair and Parts
Located in York South Carolina, J&N Antique Barber Chair and Parts have a collection of antique and vintage chairs for sale. They also help you restore and repair antique chairs or help you find the parts you need to do it yourself.
Frankie Designs
Located in Grand Prairie, Texas, Frankie Designs is one of the top sources for Custom Antique Barber Chairs worldwide. Their barber chairs collection is available for online purchase as well.
J&J Designer
Located in California, J&J Designer carries a vast collection of hundreds of antique barber chairs. They also provide restoration and re-upholstery services for vintage and antique barber chairs.
Whether you are a collector or a barbershop owner, an antique or vintage barber chair is a valuable and treasured addition anywhere. Also, for damaged or rusty antique chairs in compromised condition, you can restore them to flawless condition with no trouble which will improve their functionality, aesthetics, and value.
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I own four paidar 1930's era chairs all in working condition. I'm interested in selling them. I also own a koken barrel chair from the 1960's. Two koken waiting chairs and two koken wrought iron stools.
How much you want for the barrel chair?
I'll sell it for $400.00
Are they in working condition?
have any of the paidars left?
Hello I am interested in chair purchase. Like to see pics of paidar and koken barrel.
Are they still available
2 1924 Paider have to go fast
Grandfather’s the fathers
Chicago
Best Offer
847 744 0725
Koken Antique Barber Chair for sale (Baltimore): early 20th century, excellent condition. Moving out of house so need to find a new home. Hydraulics work great for raising the chair and laying down. Padding is in mint condition. The headrest needs some adjusting.
I have a circa 1900 Koken barber chair for sale. It has been completely restored and re-nickled. Looking to sell it. I am located in PA
I have a circa 1900 Koken barber chair for sale. It has been completely restored and re-nickled. Looking to sell it. I am located in PA
Want to sell two Emil Paider green barber chair, also have the same green Paider chair for parts.