The Last Gentlemen’s Barbershop Brings Old-School Style to Jeromesville
JEROMESVILLE, Ohio — A new barbershop in downtown Jeromesville is offering customers more than haircuts, it is bringing back the conversation, camaraderie and personal service once associated with traditional neighborhood barber shops.
Community members recently gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at The Last Gentlemen’s Barbershop, located at 8 N. High St.
Ashland Mayor Matt Miller opened the ceremony by highlighting the renewed energy and growth taking place throughout Jeromesville.
“First of all, we are honored to be here today in the great village of Jeromesville, Ohio,” Miller said. “If you haven’t noticed, here in Jeromesville, there is a new life and a new spirit. People are excited about some of the things that are happening.”
Miller pointed to the village’s recent 250th anniversary celebration, parade and community gathering at the park as examples of that excitement.
“It is so good to see people bring new life into these storefronts,” Miller said. “I know next door has been quite a success with the coffee company, and now we have The Last Gentlemen’s Barbershop.”
Owner Tony Hoover said the business represents both a homecoming and an opportunity to establish roots in Ashland County.
Hoover was born and raised in Ashland and graduated from Ashland High School in 2003. His mother has worked as a beautician for nearly 50 years, while his father retired from the Ashland Police Division in 2017 following 33 years of service.
After spending time away from the area, Hoover returned and opened the barbershop with the help of his fiancée, children and other supporters.
“This place is a blessing,” Hoover said. “Jeromesville is wonderful. People pop in and out, not even for haircuts sometimes, just to stop at the shop and talk a little bit.”
Hoover has been cutting hair for approximately seven years. The Last Gentlemen’s Barbershop held a soft opening June 1, allowing him to introduce the business and see how the community would respond before holding its official grand opening.
That response, Hoover said, has been overwhelmingly positive.
He credited Jeromesville residents, along with loyal customers who followed him from Ashland, for helping the business get off to a successful start.
The shop specializes in traditional gentlemen’s haircuts, high fades, burst fades, children’s cuts, beard trims, neck shaves and straight-razor shaves. Hoover uses hot steam towels, a shaving cup and brush to recreate the authentic barbershop experience of the 1930s and 1940s.
“We’re losing that barbershop your grandpa brought your dad to,” Hoover said. “I want people to come in, sit down and get a breath of fresh air. They can get a straight shave, a good haircut and even better conversation.”
That conversation is an important part of the experience for Hoover, who believes a barbershop should be a place where customers can relax, share stories and get to know one another.
“It’s mostly about the conversation as much as it is about the haircut,” Hoover said. “It’s about connecting with people and learning their stories.”
The shop’s nostalgic atmosphere also introduces younger customers to classic entertainment, with old-fashioned comedy playing inside while customers wait.
Hoover accepts appointments through Booksy, but walk-ins are also welcome when time permits. Tuesday and Wednesday evenings from 5 to 7 p.m. are reserved exclusively for walk-in customers.
Regular hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The shop is closed Sunday and Monday.
“If you look good and you feel good, it’s a good day,” Hoover said.
Appointments can be scheduled by searching for The Last Gentlemen’s Barbershop on Booksy.
“I look forward to a cut and a chat,” Hoover said. “Thank you for your interest and confidence!”
