Find out what the kinds of barber chairs are available in our full article! The company followed this with a second chair model that moved up. Meanwhile, in Germany, a man by the name of Ernest Koken developed a hydraulic chair. When it comes to antique barber chairs, the Koken barber chair has been a symbol of. It was a 1930's model shown in the episode titled, Close Shave which.
EUC RARE Vtg '60s Koken Barber Shop Chair Red STOOL Wheels Adjustable Shop Retro
To the best of my knowledge, this stool dates between 1960-66. The red vinyl seat cushion is in very good condition but does have a few very small stains and a couple of 1 mm sized picks in the surface.Maker: KOKEN$105.60 shippingnew oak arms for antique Koken Congress barber chair
3 separate parts ready for finishing. The arm base is oak as are the hand parts. Since the arm rest is to be covered it is made from poplar. poplar arm rest- 2 3/4 x 12 5/8 x 1 1/2 high. oak base at widest- 3 1/8 x 16 5/8 x 3/4.Maker: KOKEN$66.25 shippingnew carved horse head for antique child's barber chair koken, paidar etc
I have a newly carved Paidar style wood horse head available which should fit most all koken or paidar chairs. These attach to the front of the chair with a bracket which I have shown in the pictures.This style has carved wood eyes, not glass like the koken style.Maker: KOKENCutting scissors. The length is 6.5' from top to bottom. The case reads Columbus, Ohio. All the edges are smooth. They feel like they could use sharpened. I WANT TO MAKE YOU HAPPY AND FIX THE ISSUE.Maker: KOKEN$47.85 shippingKOKEN Barber Chair parts Foot Rest Support Brackets no 522NR & 522NL
Up for sale! are these Foot Rest support brackets by KOKEN. GREAT FIND! For antique barber chair restoration.Maker: KOKENWas: Previous Price$165.00ANTIQUE KOKEN BARBER CHAIR VINTAGE LEFT ARMREST NICE SHAPE
THIS HAS BEEN REUPHOLSTERED.Maker: KOKEN$76.95 shippingANTIQUE KOKEN BARBER CHAIR VINTAGE RIGHT ARMREST NICE SHAPE
THIS HAS BEEN REUPHOLSTERED.Maker: KOKEN$76.95 shippingTheo A Kochs? Koken? Vintage Barber Chair FOOT REST 527N & 563
13 3/8' wide at bottom. 9 3/8' from top to bottom.Maker: KOKENWas: Previous Price$160.00KOKEN Barber Chair parts Back Rest Support Brackets no 521NR & 521NL
Up for sale! is a set of BACK Rest Support Brackets by KOKEN. GREAT FIND For antique barber chair restoration.Maker: KOKENWas: Previous Price$165.00Vintage Koken Barber Chair Green Porcelain Cast Iron Left Arm Cover 430NL
PART NUMBER 430NL. KOKEN PORCELAIN COATED CAST IRON. We strive to take pictures from every possible angle. We do NOT hide any blemishes we try to emphasize them. MINT GREEN ARM COVER. WIDEST PART OR THE ARM IS 3-3/8'.Top Rated PlusWas: Previous Price$39.59Maker: KOKENANTIQUE KOKEN BARBER CHAIR VINTAGE RIGHT ARMREST BRACKETS WITH FASTENERS
Maker: KOKEN$47.85 shippingKoken Barber Chair Recline Bracket <From Early Porcelain Chair>
Barber chair recline bracket.Maker: KOKEN$47.85 shippingVintage 1950'S KOKEN PRESIDENT TWO TONE CLUB Barber Chair Color Sign/Ad
1957 KOKEN BARBER CHAIR SIGN. The original sign was found stacked away with other chair ads as he was always looking to buy another. Barber chairs in engravings from theCivil War era share many features with modern chairs, including high seating,upholstery, and afootrest.Maker: KOKEN$10.72 shippingVintage Original 1950'S KOKEN PRESIDENT TWO TONE CLUB Barber Chair Color Sign/Ad
1957 KOKEN BARBER CHAIR SIGN. The original sign was found stacked away with other chair ads as he was always looking to buy another. Barber chairs in engravings from theCivil War era share many features with modern chairs, including high seating,upholstery, and afootrest.Maker: KOKEN$10.72 shippingKoken Wooden Barber Chair Headrest <OAK><NEW> Head Rest
Wooden shaft has been stained but not sealed. Head rest has not been glued to shaft. Will not rust! Does not need to be plated!Maker: KOKEN$94.25 shippingantique koken barber chair
Antique wooden Koken barber chair. It was made in 1906. Is in good shape for its age. Everything works. I will ship if necessary, or can be picked upMaker: KOKENor Best OfferKOKEN SHOE SHINE CHAIR - USED
Maker: KOKENor Best OfferNew ListingVintage Antique Oak Koken Paidar Koch Childs Barber Chair Booster Seat Shop Wood
Antique barber chair oak child's booster seat . Pretty decent condition . Unsigned . As found . The oak seat measures 18 1/2' long and about 5 3/4' wide . The brackets can go about 30 1/2' as shown in last photo . Does have a couple of darker spots in the finish ., but pretty nice survivor for it's age . Arms move pretty smoothly . Was sitting for a long time , so could stand a drop of oil . I leave that to your discretion . Sold as is ! Please ask any questions before bidding .0 bidsEnding Jun 13 at 4:38PM PDT6d 10hMaker: KOKEN1950’S KOKEN BARBER CHAIR
1950s Koken Barber chair fully restores, no details spared, more photos on request !Maker: KOKENor Best OfferHeadrest For Barber Chair Koken Koch Belmont
Headrest For Barber Chair Koken Koch Belmont. This is a headrest that can be mounted to most chairs that does not already have a headrest bracket. Shows some wear, the upholstery is new(Black).0 bidsEnding Saturday at 6:14PM PDT1d 11hMaker: KOKENANTIQUE KOKEN PARTS - Set of (4) Barber Chair Seat Brackets 501-L&R 502-L&R
Just let us know. Set of 4, repainted and beautiful. 501L, 501R, 502L & 502R. We try to describe to the best of our ability. We try to take lots of pictures - zoom up close to take a better look.0 bidsEnding Jun 12 at 6:00PM PDT5d 11hMaker: KOKENANTIQUE KOKEN CAST IRON PORCELAIN BARBER CHAIR
Koken antique barber chair recovered in red velvet. Don't know if the hydraulics work. Price lowered.Maker: KOKENor Best Offerchair that has been sold
here we have and old . (buyer will be responsible for shipping.)Maker: KOKENor Best Offerantique koken barber chair
This is a 1908 Koken barber chair, it has been completely restored. Everything works, it doesn’t have oil in the pump which can be added after delivery. Includes a matching child booster seat.Maker: KOKENor Best OfferAntique Koken Barber Chair Seat Base W/ Cushion Cast Iron Porcelain
In very good condition considering it's age. There are 2 very small puncture holes in the seat (see pictures) yet other than that is in great shape. & as a whole 23 1/2in X 8in. We try to describe to the best of our ability.0 bidsEnding Jun 11 at 6:38PM PDT4d 12hMaker: KOKEN1899 Vintage Koken Hydraulic Barber Chair
Maker: KOKENor Best OfferNew ListingKoken Headrest Parts
This is the wooden rod for a Koken Headrest .Shipped with USPS Priority Mail.Maker: KOKENRARE ANTIQUE 1910 ERA KOKEN PRESIDENTIAL CHAIR. (Crafted Oct 1911)
RARE ANTIQUE 1910 ERA KOKEN PRESIDENTIAL CHAIR. (Crafted Oct 1911). Shipped with USPS First Class Package.0 bidsEnding Jun 10 at 3:52PM PDT3d 9hMaker: KOKENVintage Koken Barber Chair Arm Rests
Vintage Koken Barber Chair Arm Rests. Fair shape the tops and side are metal. Real unique design. See pics for more detail on condition Thanks for looking.0 bidsor Best OfferEnding Jun 9 at 2:22PM PDT2d 7hMaker: KOKENantique barber chairs Koken Pick Up only Los Angeles area. Good condition. Each
2 koken barber chairs black leather seat, back, head rest, and leg rest and white porcelain seat Koken authentic made between 1910-1930s. antique barber chairs Koken Pick Up only Los Angeles area pick up only.Maker: KOKENor Best OfferBarber Chairs Koken Koch Paidar Belmont Clipper Tray
This is a stainless steel clipper tray. It holds up to 3 clippers and can be hung on the wall or back bar. It has welded joints to make it liquid tite.it also comes with a pad to protect your clipper blades. Doesn’t include clipper.Maker: KOKENMaker: KOKENor Best OfferKoken barber chair-armrests
Koken barber chair-armrests . Original chrome ends with new upholstery . Shipped with USPS Priority Mail.Maker: KOKENor Best OfferKoken Wooden Barber Chair Arms NEW OAK
Koken wooden barber chair arms. Made of oak. Stained but not sealed.Maker: KOKEN15 watchingKoken Wooden Barber Chair Upper Foot Rest <OAK><NEW>
Fit the standard size chair.Maker: KOKENAntique barber chair Koken Arm Rest Brackets
Koken Arm Rest Brackets Left, Right, Front and Rear see number on photos.Maker: KOKENKoken Barber Chair Ashtray
Koken Barber Chair Ashtray. This new stock,old inventory. Fits 70’s Koken chairMaker: KOKENNew ListingKoken Barber Chair Headrest
This is an solid brass recast of an antique Koken Barber Chair Headrest. Top quality and heavy. No cushion. Easily available on eBay or any upholstery person can make it for around $20.0 bidsor Best OfferEnding Jun 13 at 2:56PM PDT6d 8hMaker: KOKENKoken Barber Chair Recliner Casting
This is the rare recliner casting for the Koken #868 barber chair. This is very hard to find. It is NEW STOCK OLD INVENTORY. It fits the chair shown in the pictures.Maker: KOKENKoken Barber Chair Parts
Koken Barber Chair Parts. These are arm caps for the Koken President barber chair. The have new upholstery in a grey color, ready to install. $50.00 for the set.Maker: KOKENkoken barber chair parts
koken barber chair valve. This is new inventory old stock.Shipped with USPS Priority Mail.Maker: KOKENKoken Barber Childrens Seat Antique
Here I have a Koken Barber Childrens Seat Antique. Shipped with USPS Priority Mail. Has light rust, wears from aging very rare find1 bidEnding Saturday at 5:45PM PDT1d 11hMaker: KOKENantique koken barber chair
antique koken barber chair. Shipped with USPS Priority Mail.0 bidsor Best OfferEnding Jun 9 at 12:02PM PDT2d 5hMaker: KOKENEarly Koken Wooden Barber Chair Foot Rest Bracket <Like Kochs>
Koken wooden barber chair bracket. This is used to attach the foot plate to the chair.Maker: KOKEN
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- 1 The Different Types of Barber Chairs
- 2 4 Types of Barber Chair Mechanisms
If you own a business that offers haircuts or shaves, barber chairs are going to be a necessary addition. The different types of barber chairs out there serve a wide variety of needs and purposes. Whether you want something fancy, simple, or antique, there are plenty of options.
In this article, we'll look at all the different options you have for barber chairs, followed by an examination of the history behind them.
There are several categories of barber chairs, along with several types. Here we will cover all the options. Today’s chair options include a lot of features, but there are also more simplistic designs for those who don’t need all the bells and whistles.
All-Purpose Chairs
All-purpose barber chairs are great for shops that offer haircuts and shaves. They can also be useful for tattoo artists or even dentists. Since these chairs offer height adjustments and comfortable seating, they are a perfect fit.
With multiple features included, these chairs can also fit perfectly in most settings and adapt to your needs.
Traditional barber chairs are standard choices that have hydraulic lifts the barber can use. They have footrests and headrests as well. They are commonly upholstered in synthetic leather or vinyl for customer comfort.
Antique Barber Chairs
Older antique barber chairs can be expensive, but they offer an elegant and compelling design for barber shops. They are commonly crafted from wood and leather instead of synthetic options that most other chairs use.
These chairs come from a time when mass production wasn’t as important as quality, so they are very intricate and well-designed.
Barber chairs from Europe tend to have heavy wooden arms, but otherwise still include headrests and detachable footrests. As with any other type of barber chair, these come in various types of materials and designs.
Now, we’ll take a look at the different types of features you may see integrated into barber chairs.
Barbers need to move a client around and adjust their height to give them the best haircut or shave. As a result, barber chairs often have different types of mechanisms that allow for more customization in the experience.
Here the four types you will see in your search:
Electric barber chairs offer a lot of control. The headrest, for example, can be adjusted up to 7” or more. The mechanism here also allows for adjustment of vertical motion and the reclining mechanism.
Individual aspects of the chair can also be adjusted independently. The leg rest, for example, can be moved while keeping the footrest stationary. It can also adjust to different heights and customers who are younger or older.
Reclining chairs can be great for barbers, especially when shaving a customer. Many of them have locking mechanisms that prevent spinning or unwanted movement. The other parts of the chair can be adjusted as well, offering various angles and precision.
Swivel
These types of chairs are commonly made with a sturdy steel frame and cushions for comfort. You’ll find that these can be made of aluminum, stainless steel, and chrome. They include a footrest as well.
Hydraulic Barber Chairs
Not only do hydraulic chairs make the barber’s job easier, but they make it safer as well. The height adjustment is precise and easy to adjust, regardless of the total weight. It can help barbers place customers in a perfect position for a haircut or shave.
The History of Barber Chairs
Barber chairs date back to the American Civil War. The first chairs manufactured in factories date back to around 1850. Original barbers chairs with a footrest were patented in 1878 by the Archer Company in Saint Louis.
The company followed this with a second chair model that moved up and down using a mechanism. A man from Cincinnati by the name of Eugene Berninghaus improved upon the design and created the Paragon. This chair was unique because of its ability to both recline and revolve.
Theodore Koch from Chicago Incorporated took all of these improvements and added them into his chairs. He was able to sell over 35,000 chairs in the time before 1885.
The next big barber chair came from Samuel Kline who was in charge of the Kline Chair Company. His patent was challenged by Koch, but the lawsuit was ultimately overturned.
Kline’s patent was granted in 1907. Meanwhile, in Germany, a man by the name of Ernest Koken developed a hydraulic chair and patented his joystick side lever.
This level was used by the barber to control all of the mechanical functions of the chair. How to look up audit number. During the later part of the 1950's, U.S. companies sold over 10,000 chairs each year to over 100,000 barber shops.
While the older style of barber shops only had one chair for a more personalized experience, modern barbers have many chairs and multiple stylists to serve more customers at a time.
Barber Chairs for Every Kind of Cut
The best types of barber chairs are the ones that offer a combination of comfort and precision for the barber. There are plenty of choices when it comes to style and mechanisms.
While the standard swivel chairs may be a good fit, the hydraulic options offer the ability to adjust height quickly and easily. It’s all up to the barber to decide which type is best for their needs.