Kings Court Master Barber & Shoe Shine Service

Every aspect of the way Russ works is clear indicator that the title on his business card ("World's Greatest Master Barber") is not overstated. As I don't travel the world and compare the results of other barbers, it's the "master" part of the King's Court experience I'll focus on. When I called Russ, I told him exactly what I was looking for: A straight razor shave and a hair trimming (I wear a full beard and longer hair). He immediately countered by telling me that though he could shave that way, history gave us the multi-blade razor for a reason. Operating under the impression that the straight razor provided the best results, I was flabbergasted and told him as much. He said something to the effect of, "Why not come in, let me shave you, and if you don't agree that it's the best, smoothest shave you've ever had, then it's on me". So I went, and I paid, and I tipped generously. And I'll continue to do so for as long as I remain in Cincinnati. Gory details of the experience as... Read more

Such a cool place! It's like stepping back in time to a place where service and quality are the real kings in a friendly atmosphere. Looking for a haircut? A shoeshine? You'll find the best here. Plus you never know who you might run into, from locals to celebreties...

A world class old school working antique barber shop right out of the 1940s. Russ was a barber in Italy on the Isle of Sardinia where he apprenticed under what he calls old world masters of the art of barbering. It shows in his work, the only con is you can't get a good haircut in 10 minutes or less unless you get it cut every two weeks. He will tell you you can have a good cut or a fast one, your choice. lol I like the good one best and since he takes appointments and walk-ins I get it my way every time.

Feels like the place you wish your parents took you for haircuts as a kid but mom said No because of Playboy in the magazine rack. The nicest display of WWII Patriotic Posters in Cincinnati. Great European Italian style haircut & shave by The King of Court St. Russ Hurley & high gloss shoe shine from The Earl Darryl Winkfield. They are the Best of the City!

Our Mission King's Court Master Barbers & Shoe Shine Service are committed to reviving the art of authentic barbering. It is our belief that today's man has been deprived of a very basic luxury. Up until the early half of the 20th century a man was able to indulge himself by having a trusted confidant perform a seemingly mundane daily ritual. This confidant was his barber and the ritual was the removal of facial hair. A simple task that when performed by a skilled professional could yield not only hygienic benefits but a rejuvenation of mind and spirit as well. The rebirth of the turn of the century tonsorial parlor is at the heart of Master-Barber Russ Hurley's philosophy. We have set out to create an inner sanctum where any man that wishes to may receive the highest level of barbering services in a setting that compliments this ancient art. http://www.myspace.com/kingscourtbarbershop ***Call For Appointments Monday thru Friday 8am - 4pm. 513-578-2263***