new2cm1 Posted April 7, 2016 Share Posted April 7, 2016 I spent a good deal of time in the mideast where men had a huge choice of salons and barber shops for almost daily hair and beard grooming. I've been looking in Chiang Mai for a similar shop who can attend to giving a hair cut the "old fashion" way. i.e. neck and head message. hair and beard done by scissors and comb with little use of electric trimming machine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jobin Posted April 7, 2016 Share Posted April 7, 2016 Glad to hear it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill97 Posted April 8, 2016 Share Posted April 8, 2016 They are all over the place, just tell them what you want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
new2cm1 Posted April 8, 2016 Author Share Posted April 8, 2016 They are all over the place, just tell them what you want. Not entirely true. I tried that and he proceeded to shave my neck with a straight edge razor and NO shave cream. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill97 Posted April 8, 2016 Share Posted April 8, 2016 They are all over the place, just tell them what you want.Not entirely true. I tried that and he proceeded to shave my neck with a straight edge razor and NO shave cream. Did you explain clearly and in detail what you wanted in Thai before you sat down? Did he clearly agree to it all? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlieH Posted April 8, 2016 Share Posted April 8, 2016 Off topic remarks and responses removed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arunsakda Posted April 8, 2016 Share Posted April 8, 2016 There's a string of 'em on Suthep road. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
new2cm1 Posted April 8, 2016 Author Share Posted April 8, 2016 They are all over the place, just tell them what you want.Not entirely true. I tried that and he proceeded to shave my neck with a straight edge razor and NO shave cream. Did you explain clearly and in detail what you wanted in Thai before you sat down? Did he clearly agree to it all? Aren't there any universally accepted rules while cutting hair. I'm looking for a barber who will know how to professionally cut hair with a contract Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill97 Posted April 8, 2016 Share Posted April 8, 2016 They are all over the place, just tell them what you want.Not entirely true. I tried that and he proceeded to shave my neck with a straight edge razor and NO shave cream. Did you explain clearly and in detail what you wanted in Thai before you sat down? Did he clearly agree to it all? Aren't there any universally accepted rules while cutting hair. I'm looking for a barber who will know how to professionally cut hair with a contract Universally accepted rules Almost funny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
northernjohn Posted April 8, 2016 Share Posted April 8, 2016 They are all over the place, just tell them what you want.Not entirely true. I tried that and he proceeded to shave my neck with a straight edge razor and NO shave cream. Did you explain clearly and in detail what you wanted in Thai before you sat down? Did he clearly agree to it all? Aren't there any universally accepted rules while cutting hair. I'm looking for a barber who will know how to professionally cut hair with a contract I have not traveled the world over but a contract to cut hair professionally. Personally I just go to a place that cuts my hair like I like it. Could care less if it is done professionally I am only interested in the final product. I think you would have to pay extra for the massage. I have had them spend maybe 30 seconds on my shoulders. That was it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cyberfarang Posted April 8, 2016 Share Posted April 8, 2016 They are all over the place, just tell them what you want. Not entirely true. I tried that and he proceeded to shave my neck with a straight edge razor and NO shave cream. If you are using what they used to call, a gentlemen hairdresser, then you need to speak some Thai. Otherwise it`s the expensive fancy hairdressers in the town or the malls. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LivinLOS Posted April 8, 2016 Share Posted April 8, 2016 They are all over the place, just tell them what you want. Not entirely true. I tried that and he proceeded to shave my neck with a straight edge razor and NO shave cream. I used to treat myself to a turkish barber shop shave when I was living in Holland, the full hot towels, steam, great lather, and a shave so smooth.. Finished with a turkish coffee and off to work.. Of course Turks have hair like I do so no wonder they understand. I tried many times to get a good shave service here.. One in Patong could just about do it, no better than I do at home when I take the time to strop the straight to a really fine edge.. But others were clueless.. One gay guy in Samui, with a snapped half a razor blade nicked and cut me so much I ended up quitting and leaving half shaved to finish it off myself. I get it, on average Thais are not as hairy and rarely have the kind of think beards we do.. Gave up trying as it wasnt the luxury experience that a great barber can give. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmth Posted April 8, 2016 Share Posted April 8, 2016 I have had good luck with barber shops all around Chiang Mai. Good haircut, shave, face towels and neck and shoulder massage. 60 baht to 100 baht. There are so many. If you don't like one, go to another the next time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torrens54 Posted April 8, 2016 Share Posted April 8, 2016 I've been going to "LANA BARBER SHOP" in Chiang Mai Land for past 5 years. Don't ask me the name of the guy, he has the SECOND Chair as you enter the shop. My wife does all the negotiating. Quite Inexpensive and an excellent job. Prices are Listed on the Wall, alongside his Mirror. I always give him a 20-Baht Tip. (Wife says that is ENOUGH!) Don't get confused with another "more modern" looking Unisex Hair Salon a couple of doors further down near the 7/11. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iamemjay Posted April 9, 2016 Share Posted April 9, 2016 Try Sunshine Barbers Rachadamnone Soi 5 Chiang Mai, Thailand 50200 Phone 088 405 9593 https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sunshine-Barber-Shop/133007223573424 Specialises in Western style cuts, and speaks good English so you'll be able to communicate exactly what you want. Charges are a little higher than the average Thai shop but worth it for the quality of service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
new2cm1 Posted April 9, 2016 Author Share Posted April 9, 2016 I've been going to "LANA BARBER SHOP" in Chiang Mai Land for past 5 years. Don't ask me the name of the guy, he has the SECOND Chair as you enter the shop. My wife does all the negotiating. Quite Inexpensive and an excellent job. Prices are Listed on the Wall, alongside his Mirror. I always give him a 20-Baht Tip. (Wife says that is ENOUGH!) Don't get confused with another "more modern" looking Unisex Hair Salon a couple of doors further down near the 7/11. thank you for pointing me in the right direction Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
new2cm1 Posted April 9, 2016 Author Share Posted April 9, 2016 Try Sunshine Barbers Rachadamnone Soi 5 Chiang Mai, Thailand 50200 Phone088 405 9593 https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sunshine-Barber-Shop/133007223573424 Specialises in Western style cuts, and speaks good English so you'll be able to communicate exactly what you want. Charges are a little higher than the average Thai shop but worth it for the quality of service. Thanks for taking the time to send me that information Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LivinLOS Posted April 9, 2016 Share Posted April 9, 2016 As Thailand is a desert when it comes to decent shave supplies.. One great guy to deal with is http://www.siamwetshave.com/en/ I stock up on soaps on trips back but any time am short here, or need high quality DE blades (which I cant find in town only the feather basics) hes the guy. Keep meaning to try a shavette too as its actually hard work keeping a straight in condition. Pain in the ass to fly with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
new2cm1 Posted April 21, 2016 Author Share Posted April 21, 2016 I've been going to "LANA BARBER SHOP" in Chiang Mai Land for past 5 years. Don't ask me the name of the guy, he has the SECOND Chair as you enter the shop. My wife does all the negotiating. Quite Inexpensive and an excellent job. Prices are Listed on the Wall, alongside his Mirror. I always give him a 20-Baht Tip. (Wife says that is ENOUGH!) Don't get confused with another "more modern" looking Unisex Hair Salon a couple of doors further down near the 7/11. Thanks so much for the suggestion . went there today and was very satisfied. Haircut I would say 8.5 of 10 and a shave 9.5 out of 10. I'll go back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr chow Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 You sure you want to live in a foreign country ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LivinLOS Posted April 24, 2016 Share Posted April 24, 2016 You sure you want to live in a foreign country ? Why ?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.png.3b3332cc2256ad0edbc2fe9404feeef0.png)
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now