Yet another review/plug for a local business from your resident Nashville enthusiast…

I ran into Amy Tanksley a few weeks ago at a Young Professionals Nashville event. We didn’t get too much time to talk, but she did tell me about her business, Uncle Classic Barber Shop.

So naturally, when I looked in the mirror and gazed with horror at the shaggy mop on top of my head on Tuesday morning, Uncle Classic was the first thought that popped into my brain; below the forest that was my hair.

I called and made an appointment for this morning at 8:00. JoAnn was there waiting to welcome me in to the shop. Uncle’s has a modern, classy look to it. Sleek furniture, industrial design, and a wide-screen TV or two made me feel right at home. With glass windows all around, it felt like a man cave, minus the cave part.

JoAnn chatted with me the entire time she cut my hair. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve sat in the chair with a hair cutter who would just refuse to carry on a conversation with me. She was a sweet lady, not a robot. 100 points there. She is also a Yankees fan, 1.6 million points. <-Winner!

As for the haircut, it was great! $23 price tag was a little more than I usually pay, but definitely worth it. JoAnn was quick, but deliberate. She made sure she knew what I wanted, and she delivered. Top that off with hot shaving cream and a straight blade and we’re all set. I’m very happy with the results!

I grew up in the same barber shop from age 4 to age 18. After I left my hometown for the Air Fore and the wild blue yonder, I’ve been subjected to all manner of military crew cuts, discount hair cutters, and mini-mall hair tragedies. In my travels, I’ve been wandering, in search of a new barber shop to call home. I think I may have found it.

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