Citybarbershop

A couple evenings ago, my wife came home from work and exclaimed, "This is the best haircut you've ever gotten!" These days, that's the nicest thing I can expect to hear from her.

I have notoriously difficult hair. But I had to admit she was right. If only I'd looked as good below the hairline as I did above.

The haircut in question was rendered by Bill Hancock, proprietor of "CityBarberShop," on J street between 2nd and 3rd. It was one of probably fifty great haircuts I'd gotten from him over the past few years.

In an era when everyone with a pair of scissors calls him or herself a "stylist," Bill steadfastly and proudly stands by the title "Master Barber." One session in his chair and you'll see why. He's fast, he's versatile, he's reasonable, he's a consummate storyteller, and he's just damn good.

Need a haircut? Go here and talk to Bill. Period. The man has hair in his (veins). (Don't be alarmed; it's just a figure of speech.)

Pros: Small nice shop, prompt courtious service, pleasent staff

Cons: Wish there were more of parking availible, but I decided to walk fron the court house

The Barber, who has been is in barber trade for only five years, is known for administering moderately priced, creative and vintage cuts, face shaves, highlights and color that manage to be hip without bowing to the latest hair fads. Walk-ins are welcome. Large selection of quality men's grooming products. Bill is a Master Barber, and you can tell he loves his work, extremely knowledgible a very skilled jack barber, long and short cuts and styles. Has been reviewed by magazines and one awards. Cool in environment free WiFi, decent coffee, hot wheel cars for kids cuts. He gives good grooming council and advice too. A Great Price to value ratio

Pros: Great Skills, Personable and great atmosphere

Cons: They are looking for more Barbers and the shop is very popular!