Talented Barber who Shaves People's Hairs with Axe Goes Viral, He Charges N1800 Per Haircut
- A Kiambu based barber in Kenya is attracting curious people keen on witnessing him shaving with an axe
- The creative barber Julius Mwangi took up the axe three months ago to attract more clients, and it worked
- Social media users were split over his methods, with some lauding his marketing strategy and style
A barber from Kiambu is making headlines by shaving clients' hairs using an unorthodox tool.
Julius Mwangi uses an axe to shave hair at the Clippers Kings barbershop.
Source: UGC
Speaking to Citizen Digital, Mwangi, who has been a barber since 2014, said he started shaving with an axe three months ago.
Mwangi said he took up the axe to attract new clients, admitting that it worked.
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“Famous people were coming around often and I decided to look for a unique way to attract customers and make shaving fun. That is how I landed on an axe,” he said.
Overcoming fear
Mwangi admitted that the axe brings hoards of people to the establishment, but not everyone is enthusiastic about being shaved with an axe.
“When people hear of a barber shaving with an axe, they are curious to know where. Some come to see and take photos with the axe but prefer not to be shaved with it.
"Some come full of fear, but I help them overcome it,” he said.
Advantages of using an axe
Mwangi divulged that shaving with an axe has some advantages over the shaving machine.
“The axe gives a smoother shave which is more suitable for the Jordan style. Also, when there is a blackout, I continue with my work as usual,” he said.
The barber also revealed that the axe is better suited for shaving clients with full beards.
Plans
Mwangi disclosed his plans, saying:
“I am looking for a lighter axe because this is a bit heavy. I currently charge KSh 500 (N1,848) for a shave but the price will go up with demand.”
Social media reacts
David Nyaga Njeru:
"I can't risk this much. I love my head and neck."
Gatimu Robert:
"This guy has perfected the art, it can't work for everyone."
Mwangi Njenge Inv:
"Very good marketing strategy."
Titus Kimathi Marangu:
"I can't trust any man to shave my wise head using weapons."
Barber showcases haircutting prowess in hilarious video
Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that a video of a barber showing prowess while shaving client's hair had gone viral.
The hilarious video was shared on Twitter by a user identified as Rahm3sh saying that they need more barbers like him.
The video shows the barber checking the customer from all possible angles to ensure that his hair looks perfect.
In the short video, the barber is also seen going outside the salon to check if the haircut is fine.
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