OT - Barber Shop gadget - HomeOwnersHub

JohnP · 2020-10-12T08:49:24+00:00

I recall back in the 1960's seeing my barber "combing" someones head with a device made of glass that clearly had a high voltage in it as there were blue sparks in it. I think the customer had alopecia or some other hair loss issue.Done a Google but can't find anything - Maybe snake oil. Any ideas?

OT - Barber Shop gadget

Oct 12, 2020 Last reply: 5 years ago 23 Replies

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Jimk 5 years ago

I assumed these were all just fronts for handling drug money...

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Jack Harry Teesdale 5 years ago

This isn't really a new technique, it was used by many barbers in the

1950's and 60's but lost out during the 'longer hairstyle' years.

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Dave W 5 years ago

I remember that too as a boy. The barber didn't even attempt to treat the whole head, but just touch a few hairs. The customer couldn't see what was happening, and I was in awe of his stupidity.

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