About this location
A few stories people tell about this place
1. One morning, a delivery driver pulled up to the Cotner Barber Shop with an unusual package. As he approached the door, the barbers looked perplexed when they saw what he had delivered. The box was sealed tight, and as soon as the barbers opened it, out popped a live parrot that started squawking and flying around the shop. Everyone froze for a moment before bursting into laughter. Turns out, it was just a prank from a neighbor who knew how much the guys loved animals.
2. One day, as a regular sat down for his usual cut, he noticed something peculiar on the wall mirror. ‘Hey,’ he said aloud, pointing, ‘is that my reflection… or is it mine from ten years ago?’ The barber, Mr. Jenkins, chuckled and replied, 'Ah, you’re just seeing things! That’s our time-warping shaving cream!' A delivery driver laughed and shook his head, muttering, 'Guess I’ll stick to online shopping.' The regular smiled, realizing it was just another Cotner Barber Shop story.
3. While waiting for his trim one afternoon, a regular overheard two old-timers discussing their latest bet: who could grow the longest beard without shaving it off in public. Finally, after weeks of growing facial hair, they agreed on a date to unveil their beards. The whole neighborhood gathered around Cotner Barber Shop that evening, eagerly awaiting the grand reveal. To everyone’s surprise, both men ended up with perfectly groomed mustaches—no beards at all! Turns out, they’d been betting on something else entirely.
4. While getting his weekly shave and haircut, an elderly gentleman named Mr. Jones couldn't help but notice that the Cotner Barber Shop's sign seemed to change every time he looked away. One moment it read ‘Open,’ then seconds later it would say ‘Closed.’ Curious, he mentioned it to the barber, who just smiled and replied, 'Ah, that's our little secret.' One day, a delivery driver asked why the sign kept changing. The barber winked and said, 'It’s for our loyal customers—we never want them to miss their appointment!' Everyone laughed, and Mr. Jones realized that sometimes life is just as mysterious—and delightful—as a fluctuating sign.