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meet our team

 

Deja - Stylist

Patrice - Barber/ Manager |@Pause_For_Applause | BOOK HERE

Is a Vallejo native. She began developing her barber skills in 2013 Hinton Barber college. Upon completion of barber college in 2014 she spent short time in an Oakland barbershop. She later found a home at Double edged where she provides haircuts, skin, scalp and facial services.

Keisha - Barber | @Bar_Eisha_Kutz | BOOK HERE

Keisha is an up and coming barber born in California and raised in Florida. Growing up she moved around a lot due to he fathers military background but it taught her excellent communication and people skills at a young age. She comes from a long lineage of stylist and barbers and got her start sweeping in her grandfathers shop in Oakland. What most appeals to her is the ability to make somebody look completely different with a pair of clippers. She is mostly known for her unique freestyle designs. She recently graduated Hinton Barber College and is now cutting at Double Edge Barbershop in Vallejo.

Isaiah - Barber | @zaystylin | BOOK HERE

Donald - Barber/Owner | @MoreThanACut | BOOK HERE

Donald P. Long is the proud Owner and Creative Director of The Double Edged Experience. He has specialized in men’s grooming for over 15 years and opened his first barbershop at age 24.

As Creative Director, Donald keeps all barbers current with latest techniques. He schedules classes and workshops for barbers to attend and grow. He also keeps himself up to date on all of the latest hair trends by attending many classes and workshops and then shares his knowledge with his team.  

Since opening his first barbershop Donald has always continued to educate himself by attending business development and beauty workshops.  He has been trained and worked with several product lines including Walker & Company Brands (Bevel) and others. He offers a full range of haircut, color and hair loss replacement services in addition to skin and facial treatments, including certification in Custom Hair Units and Keloidnalis Nuchae Treatment.

Donald’s passion for barbering and beauty has brought him much success in the industry. He has opened and operated numerous barbershops in the Bay Area, California and has served high-profile clients such as the San Francisco 49ers and public personalities. Along with his high-profile clients, Donald works with underserved community members through various events and charities. No matter who is in his chair, Donald strives to provide excellence that will inspire self-confidence. Donald loves to connect with his clients from all walks of life on a personal level.

Donald is a native of Vallejo, California, the Bay Area.  Believing strongly in the principle, you must carry a crown before you wear it.  As a younger man, Donald often rode his bike to the homes of prospective clients.  Always willing to go where he’s needed, Donald earned a reputation for not only his skills, but also his trustworthiness. Today, he relishes any opportunity to be part of solutions that help people. He continues to be involved in a variety of projects as investor, educator, innovator and entrepreneur. He also devotes his time to youth outreach organizations and causes.  In addition to hard work, his faith in God has been a guiding force in his life - one he does not take for granted and remains ever-grateful for.  

Rydell - Barber | @prestige_groomer | BOOK HERE

Rydell the Groomer is an up-and-coming barber  who hails from Oakland, California.  His distinguished sharp lines and flawlessly blended fades have garnered him much attention and allowed him to cut the likes of Anthony Hamilton, John P. Kee, Canton Jones and a few players from the San Francisco 49ers and a host of celebrity musicians.

Rydell believes firmly in maintaining high quality of personal appearance and always keeping a fresh haircut -because when you look good, you feel good and when you feel good there's absolutely no limit to what you can accomplish!  He taught himself to cut hair as a means to achieve his desired style.  With much practice, Rydell mastered the art of cutting his own hair.  His friends, admiring his skills, began asking for his help with their haircuts . This was the beginning of Rydell considering a career in the barbering industry.   Hence he enrolled in barber school and began apprenticing at a local barbershop.  

Currently, Rydell cuts at Double Edge Shop in Vallejo, CA, which was deemed best barbershop in Solano County for 2015. He believes that grooming goes far beyond outer appearance.  Thus, as an ordained minister,  Rydell is often sure to leave his clients with an inspirational word.  

"Remember, your gifts are not yours to keep, they're meant to be shared with the world. Find your gift, put God first and he will direct your path. "

- RTG

"Receive The Gift"

Joshua - Barber | @BarberJosh | BOOK HERE

Joshua is a barber born and raised in Vallejo. He grew up in a barbershop,  since his father is also a Vallejo barber. He started cutting hair when he was just 15 years old, and with practice over the years It has gotten him to the point where he is now. When his clients leave the chair and they have a smile on there face, that's what pushes him to keep getting better. 

Andrew- Barber / Manager | @Junelos_Art_N_Cuts | BOOK HERE

Andrew Martinez has grown a passion for art and barbering at the age 16 and has been been cutting hair for over 11 years, (I started painting at the same time I started cutting ) He has been featured at numerous Barber battles and art shows and continues to grow as a passionate Barber/ Artist.