An antique barber chair is a delicate piece of furniture. It may not be a good idea to transport your barber chair just to have them checked or get appraised. Nowadays, a more practical way is to search online forums that talk about old and vintage stuff. Usually, there are a few like-minded individuals who are willing to help you out without a charge. Many people like to visit forums aimed at antique enthusiasts. This is often a good way of getting a general idea of the barber chair’s value. However, you may find plenty of contradicting details with this method.
When asking in forums, it is important that you provide a full description of your barber chair. Be as specific as you can. Describe the color of the wood or the metal. State the texture of the upholstery as well as the stability of the chair when raising it up or lowering it. Needless to say, posting photos of your chair will greatly increase the chances of your chair being identified immediately by someone else. Be sure to take photos of the front, back, sides, top, and even the bottom. Distinctive logos should also be photographed. If the condition is right, you might even get an outright offer from a serious buyer.
Even when you determine the value of your antique chair from these forums, the correctness may be a bit gloomy. Having said that, you could potentially “guesstimate” the value of similar pieces from the same time period. This is an excellent position to begin your assessment. There are several antiques that are works of art, and there are also a number of pieces that hold sentimental value to the owner. Most of them include an intriguing story. Some find these stories as a valuable selling point, especially when a prominent figure is involved.
You can also look around for a similar antique barber chair in antique stores and auction houses. The downside to this approach is that it takes a lot of time and effort. If you’re lucky enough to have the luxury and shopping is your kind of thing, then you’re going to have a lot of fun. An ideal value estimate for your antique barber chair will include its historical past, where it came from and its rarity. The number of similar pieces made during its time period will significantly affect its worth. If all else fails and you just aren’t confident of the item’s value, you can consult a professional antique appraiser.
How do I find a model # ,Year and how much my Emil J. Paidar barber chair is worth?
Model # and year try under the seat.
I own a Paidar chair that was purchased by my grandfather. I would like to find out when it was purchased (his name was Edward Alfred Howard). He lived in the Paterson, New Jersey area at time of purchase. I estimate it was 1920s. He had it in his shop until the literally died on the job at 83 (1976). I would also like to find how I can purchase a replacement hydraulic oil can as the one in the chair has dusted through. Al Howard
I need the price of my chair emil j paidar.
I have a padidar barber chair in grate shape it has a seat for the barber to sit on it swivels around the chair and folds down when not in use i think it may be from the 1930or 40 never seen one lick it have you ? need help THANK YOU Brian
My Grandfather has two Emil J. Paidar Barber
Chairs one has a swivel chair attachment to the side. He is interested in selling these.
He purchased them used in 1963. Interested in finding out what they are worth.
Thanks Dena
I have a antique barbers chair it look like Emil j paidar have not fine one like this in any of the websites I have been looking for a long time
I have a “super X” that’s all the identification I can find
Has green porcelain arms, and has 4 legs
Any help would be appricated
Want to know value of barber chair
Would like to know price of a Emil J Paaidar chair thats not in the best shape
I have a 1960 paidar chair im looking for how much its worth
i cant seem to find my paidar chair anywhere …pix are on my web site …im not sure if parts were modified …it has an ash tray ..& is more of a bulky style … any suggestions?
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Looking for Emil J. Paidar Company
Chicago, Ill
Factory #82681
Chair #570
Looking for color and design
I have 3 Emil J Paidar barber chairs. The labels on seat bottoms are dated 1950 or 1951. Style
# 570. I have owned them since 1971 and have reupholstered them twice over the years. They are in very good shape and were used in my shop continuously for 42 yrs. I am ready to sell them but not sure their value. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
I own a 1962 Paidar Barber chair I purchased from the VA in Leavenworth, KS that was once in the barber shop yrs ago in the VA. Anyone know the prices on these chairs? I also own a 1942 Sharron barber chair and it’s all been re nikled and mint condition what does That go for?
Thank u!
How can I find the model on a Koch barber chair and also the approx. value
Need a price to sell this: a Belvedere Company Slimbraulic Barber Chair. Production #223C1, Model # 912, another Model Number 50B. Its upholstery is black leather-like material, rounded pressed wood on the back & sides, still works goes up/down & swivels. great condition. would like to sell it we live in Silverthorne, Co.
Barber chair needs to be restored,with head rest.came out of the Train Depot Union Station Hotel Nashville Tennessee Information on back of seat.
Are you selling it or restoring it for yoursrlf.
I have a chair that was purchased by a friends father that he found in New York,it is his hobby finding rare furniture and I ended up with one of his finds….I’ve had it for nearly 20 years now and cannot find anything on it!!It is solid oak,the arms are Celtic dog heads,and the left side has some crazy marks in part of the arm…it tilts,it’s a gold velvet under the amateur upholstery job done on top,,,it has a number on the brass too,#8(I think)and a brass plaque that says “MELCHOIR BROS”Chicago and I can’t find ANYTHING IN NEARLY 20 years with Internet on it! It’s dove tailed,has head rest and is a bit loose,needs some glue,but I haven’t touched it until I can find out something about this chair…
Good Morning Jen,I won’t get into much detail because I have been at this myself for over 18 months.I have some great History on The Melchior Brothers since I have one myself its a 3 round back.My arm rest are Lion Heads,with a copper base.If you would like to talk or email I think it would be worth it.Al
I have a Melchior barber chair and would love to know where you found more information on the brand, company, etc. It is extremely difficult to find anything as you say. Any help would be appreciated.
Yes and sorry for the late reply! I’m still in the same boat, a few clues but nothing really,email me and hopefully you get this sooner than I did,lol! [email protected]
I have a Emil jpaidar chair , actually I have 4 one I won’t part with it was the one my grandfather used for 60 years but I would like to find the value bc I have had some inquires about some wanting to purchase them but I have no idea how much to ask for them, they all have head rest and all still will pump up and spin around and recline with no problems.
I have a Archer 1896 mostly wood chair . Never saw anyother like it . Just now I found one on liveauctioneer .com lot 325 . Need some hardware , and reupholstery but wood is all complete and great shape. I’m looking for some pictures so I can restore it and value . I’m in nj . tx for the help
I’m trying to sell my old barber chairs
I have an antique barber chair Buy Emil j paidar company Chicago Company Chicago and there is a number missing that we cannot find vsauce3 then we could not see the next number then I saw 414 does anybody know what year this would be it is porcelain a metal I know nothing about it could somebody please help me
I have 2 old model barber cairs. I know nothing about them. Any help would be appreciated. I have photos but can’t attach.
I have a Emil J Padair barber chair… How do i find out what year it is?
I am trying to find out age and value of Koken, #A243120 barber chair. Can anyone help me? Thank you!