Good atmosphere and friendly staff. Trent did a great job on my hair and trimmed up my mountain man beard into something a little more acceptable to polite society.
Ohh, and ask him about his Frankincruiser. He's got this awesome project bike he's trying to get up and running this summer. So toss some good vibes and encouragement his way. I wana see a picture of that bike in his shop next time around!
Scott McMartin
Mar 2026
Had my first face and head shave yesterday. Great experience and incredibly great shave. Trent was very methodical, precise and not too cool for school like many barbers in this town. Highly recommended
Bryn Johnson
Mar 2026
Finding a reliable barber in Seattle is notoriously difficult, so I was thrilled to finally get an appointment at Old Habits. My stylist, Trent, seemed like exactly the kind of guy you want cutting your hair—shaved head, full sleeves of heavy tattoos, and a very focused, no-nonsense energy. For the first twenty minutes, it was just a genuinely excellent, detail-oriented haircut.
I had the last slot of the day, right as the Seattle gloom turned pitch black outside, and the shop was completely empty. As he kept working, the vibe in the room started to shift. Trent moves with a calculated, absolute silence. He also speaks in this low, rhythmic cadence that is unnervingly hypnotic; I found myself getting incredibly dizzy and pliable just listening to him casually complain about how much the neighborhood has changed since the 1890s. When he gripped my head to adjust my angle for the fade, the casual, unyielding strength in his hands was terrifying. It was the heavy, immovable grip of an apex predator.
His hands were also freezing. Not cold from the sink—a deep, unnatural, dead cold. My fight-or-flight response fully kicking in, I looked straight ahead into the mirror to ground myself. I could physically feel his tattooed arm pressing my shoulder down. I could feel those icy fingers against my scalp. But in the glass? Just me. Sitting entirely alone in the chair, pinned down by empty space.
My brain completely short-circuited. Then came the straight razor. An invisible, freezing hand tilted my chin back, fully exposing my jugular. I swear I felt two impossibly sharp points pierce my pulse just a fraction of a second before the actual steel blade touched my skin. Everything went a little fuzzy after that.
I don't really remember the walk home, but honestly? It's the best blending I’ve ever had. He completely fixed my cowlick. I've had to switch to the graveyard shift because the daylight suddenly gives me a blistering migraine, and my neck is still a bit sore, but I've never felt more alive. It’s just a real shame I can't admire this phenomenal fade in my own bathroom mirror anymore.
Five stars. Tipped 30%. See you next month after sundown, Trent.
Simon Doolin
Jan 2026
Been getting my hair cut with Vic for 6+ months now. I’m always very happy with my cut. This place has a chill vibe. Highly recommended!
Wyat Taylor
Jan 2026
Emily killed it! Haven’t had a cut I’ve been this stoked about in a while. 🧡 Thank you!
Josiah Diedrich
Sep 2025
Great cuts by great people, what more could you ask for? Trent’s the man
K G.
Aug 2025
Lindsey is amazing at what she she does. Great haircut, super cool.bine, great price, and fun to chat with while she works. 10/10!
Michael K
Mar 2025
Vic gave me an awesome haircut. I'll be going back when I'm due. Highly recommend.
Luke Fehlman
Mar 2025
I have been coming to Vic for a year now and I won’t let anyone else touch my hair. Clean fade every time and his skill with shears is something that not a lot of barbers are able to accomplish. The shop its self is always welcoming, the folks there are quick to make you feel comfortable and strike up a conversation. I have been to many many barber shops over the years looking for one that I could commit to and have as my regular spot but non met my standards until I hit up old habits. Huge shout out to Vic and the crew. Easily the best barbers in Seattle keep up the good work!
Hunter Reed
Mar 2025
Lindsay is the best and I will have her cut my hair till the day I die (or she retires, whichever is sooner).
Daniel K
Good atmosphere and friendly staff. Trent did a great job on my hair and trimmed up my mountain man beard into something a little more acceptable to polite society.
Ohh, and ask him about his Frankincruiser. He's got this awesome project bike he's trying to get up and running this summer. So toss some good vibes and encouragement his way. I wana see a picture of that bike in his shop next time around!
Scott McMartin
Had my first face and head shave yesterday. Great experience and incredibly great shave. Trent was very methodical, precise and not too cool for school like many barbers in this town. Highly recommended
Bryn Johnson
Finding a reliable barber in Seattle is notoriously difficult, so I was thrilled to finally get an appointment at Old Habits. My stylist, Trent, seemed like exactly the kind of guy you want cutting your hair—shaved head, full sleeves of heavy tattoos, and a very focused, no-nonsense energy. For the first twenty minutes, it was just a genuinely excellent, detail-oriented haircut.
I had the last slot of the day, right as the Seattle gloom turned pitch black outside, and the shop was completely empty. As he kept working, the vibe in the room started to shift. Trent moves with a calculated, absolute silence. He also speaks in this low, rhythmic cadence that is unnervingly hypnotic; I found myself getting incredibly dizzy and pliable just listening to him casually complain about how much the neighborhood has changed since the 1890s. When he gripped my head to adjust my angle for the fade, the casual, unyielding strength in his hands was terrifying. It was the heavy, immovable grip of an apex predator.
His hands were also freezing. Not cold from the sink—a deep, unnatural, dead cold. My fight-or-flight response fully kicking in, I looked straight ahead into the mirror to ground myself. I could physically feel his tattooed arm pressing my shoulder down. I could feel those icy fingers against my scalp. But in the glass? Just me. Sitting entirely alone in the chair, pinned down by empty space.
My brain completely short-circuited. Then came the straight razor. An invisible, freezing hand tilted my chin back, fully exposing my jugular. I swear I felt two impossibly sharp points pierce my pulse just a fraction of a second before the actual steel blade touched my skin. Everything went a little fuzzy after that.
I don't really remember the walk home, but honestly? It's the best blending I’ve ever had. He completely fixed my cowlick. I've had to switch to the graveyard shift because the daylight suddenly gives me a blistering migraine, and my neck is still a bit sore, but I've never felt more alive. It’s just a real shame I can't admire this phenomenal fade in my own bathroom mirror anymore.
Five stars. Tipped 30%. See you next month after sundown, Trent.
Simon Doolin
Been getting my hair cut with Vic for 6+ months now. I’m always very happy with my cut. This place has a chill vibe. Highly recommended!
Wyat Taylor
Emily killed it! Haven’t had a cut I’ve been this stoked about in a while. 🧡 Thank you!
Josiah Diedrich
Great cuts by great people, what more could you ask for? Trent’s the man
K G.
Lindsey is amazing at what she she does. Great haircut, super cool.bine, great price, and fun to chat with while she works. 10/10!
Michael K
Vic gave me an awesome haircut. I'll be going back when I'm due. Highly recommend.
Luke Fehlman
I have been coming to Vic for a year now and I won’t let anyone else touch my hair. Clean fade every time and his skill with shears is something that not a lot of barbers are able to accomplish. The shop its self is always welcoming, the folks there are quick to make you feel comfortable and strike up a conversation. I have been to many many barber shops over the years looking for one that I could commit to and have as my regular spot but non met my standards until I hit up old habits. Huge shout out to Vic and the crew. Easily the best barbers in Seattle keep up the good work!
Hunter Reed
Lindsay is the best and I will have her cut my hair till the day I die (or she retires, whichever is sooner).