Haircut & Fade
Clipper · Shear · RazorLow, mid, high, and bald fades blended by hand, plus scissor cuts, crops, pompadours, and classic side parts. Finished with a hot towel and a straight razor neckline.
116 SW I St · Downtown Grants Pass, Oregon
Foley FadesBarbershop & Straight Razor Shaves
J.D. Haer — Professional Barber
- Premium barber experience for all ages
- Hot towel straight razor shaves
- Fades, tapers & styling
- Beard cutting and shaping
Barbershop in Josephine County
Foley Fades is a barbershop at 116 SW I St in the historic downtown district of Grants Pass, Oregon, cutting fades, tapers, and kids' cuts and performing hot towel straight razor shaves for clients across Josephine County. The shop is run by professional barber J.D. Haer alongside barbers Tracy and Stephanie, and takes both walk-ins and appointments at 541-295-8199.
Downtown regulars know it for the pool table, the cold beer, and barbers who ask what you actually want before the clippers come out. Kids, seniors, first-timers, and men who have worn the same part for thirty years all sit in the same four chairs.
TL;DR
Foley Fades is a full-service barbershop at 116 SW I St, Grants Pass, OR 97526, offering fades, beard shaping, and traditional hot towel straight razor shaves that run 30–45 minutes. Barbers J.D. Haer, Tracy, and Stephanie serve Grants Pass, Rogue River, Merlin, and Cave Junction. Walk-ins are welcome; appointments book at 541-295-8199 or 541-660-9769.
Services
What services does Foley Fades offer?
Foley Fades offers six core services: men's haircuts and fades, hot towel straight razor shaves, beard cutting and shaping, styling, kids' cuts, and senior cuts. Every service includes a consultation before the first pass and a neck shave to finish.
Straight Razor Shave
30–45 minutesSteamed towel, pre-shave oil, hot lather, and a single-blade straight razor worked with and against the grain. Closes with a cold towel and aftershave balm.
Beard Cutting & Shaping
Line-up · SculptCheek and neck lines set with a straight razor, length balanced through the sides and chin, and the mustache shaped so it clears the lip. Beard oil applied to finish.
Styling
Blow-dry · ProductBlow-dry and product finish for weddings, senior photos, and interviews, with a short lesson on reproducing the same look at home in under five minutes.
Kids' Cuts
All ages welcomeFirst haircuts, school-year trims, and summer buzzes. The pool table and arcade games in the waiting area keep siblings busy while one child is in the chair.
Senior Cuts
UnhurriedTraditional cuts kept the way you have worn them for decades, with ear and brow detail included. No rushing the chair and no upsell.
The Straight Razor
What is a hot towel straight razor shave?
A hot towel straight razor shave is a traditional barbering service that softens the beard with a steamed towel, then removes it with a single-blade straight razor rather than a multi-blade cartridge. At Foley Fades the service runs 30 to 45 minutes and covers two full passes.
The first pass shaves with the grain to take down bulk. The towel and lather go back on, and the second pass works across and against the grain for the close finish a cartridge razor cannot reach without dragging. Because a straight razor cuts hair at the skin line instead of pulling it above and slicing below, it produces significantly fewer ingrown hairs — the reason barbers still recommend it for men with coarse or curly beards.
Straight razor work in Oregon is performed only by barbers licensed through the Oregon Health Licensing Office, with a fresh blade for every client and implements sanitized between chairs. Ask for the razor shave as a standalone service, or add the razor finish to any haircut for the neckline and cheek lines.
The Shop
What is the shop like inside?
Foley Fades sits in a historic downtown Grants Pass storefront one block off G Street, with four chairs, a pool table, arcade games, and cold beer for waiting clients. It is a shop built to be sat in, not passed through.
Pool table
Full-size table in the front room. Rack up while your buddy is in the chair.
Cold beer
Complimentary beer for adult clients. A shave and a cold one is the whole point.
Arcade games
Cabinets in the waiting area that keep kids occupied through a sibling's cut.
Free parking
Street parking on SW I St and the public lot on SW H St, both a short walk.
Walk-ins welcome
Take a chair when one opens, or book ahead to lock in your barber.
All ages
First haircuts through retirement. Nobody gets talked down to here.
The Barbers
Who cuts hair at Foley Fades?
Three barbers work the floor at Foley Fades: J.D. Haer, Tracy, and Stephanie. All are Oregon-licensed and each takes appointments directly, so you can request the same barber every visit.
J.D. Haer
Professional Barber · Straight Razor
Runs the shop and the razor work. Known for tight skin fades and beard sculpting on heavy, coarse beards. Direct line: 541-295-8199.
Tracy
Barber · Classic Cuts
Traditional men's cuts, tapers, and senior clients. Clients cite steady, precise work and a chair that never feels rushed.
Stephanie
Barber · Cutting & Styling
Listens first and cuts exactly what was asked for — the most repeated line in her reviews. Strong on styling and longer men's hair.
Every barber at Foley Fades holds a current license issued by the Oregon Health Licensing Office, Board of Cosmetology, required in Oregon for any straight razor or clipper service performed for compensation.
Service Area
Which towns does Foley Fades serve?
Foley Fades serves Grants Pass and the surrounding Josephine County communities, drawing clients from Rogue River, Merlin, Murphy, Wilderville, Wolf Creek, and Cave Junction — all within roughly 40 minutes of downtown along I-5 and Highway 199.
The shop is at 116 SW I St, two blocks from the Josephine County Courthouse and a five-minute walk from Riverside Park. Clients driving in from Medford or Central Point are about 30 minutes north on I-5.
- Grants Pass
- Rogue River
- Merlin
- Murphy
- Wilderville
- Wolf Creek
- Cave Junction
- Selma
- Josephine County
- Medford
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Where is Foley Fades barbershop located in Grants Pass?
Foley Fades is at 116 SW I St, Grants Pass, OR 97526, in the historic downtown district one block off G Street. Street parking is free and the shop is reachable by phone at 541-295-8199.
Do you take walk-ins or do I need an appointment?
Foley Fades accepts both walk-ins and appointments. Booking ahead through the online scheduler or by calling 541-295-8199 guarantees a chair with a specific barber, which matters most on Fridays and Saturdays.
What is a hot towel straight razor shave?
A hot towel straight razor shave is a traditional barbering service using a steamed towel to soften the beard, a pre-shave oil, hot lather, and a single-blade straight razor shaved with and against the grain. It takes roughly 30 to 45 minutes and finishes with a cold towel and aftershave balm.
Does Foley Fades cut kids' hair?
Yes. Foley Fades cuts hair for all ages, including first haircuts and school-year trims. The shop has a pool table and arcade games in the waiting area, which keeps siblings occupied during appointments.
How much does a haircut cost at Foley Fades?
Foley Fades prices are in the standard range for Josephine County barbershops, with separate rates for haircuts, beard work, and straight razor shaves. Call 541-295-8199 or 541-660-9769 for current pricing on any service.
What is the difference between a fade and a taper?
A taper is a gradual shortening of hair around the neckline and sideburns, while a fade blends hair down to skin at some point on the head. Fades are named by where the blend starts: low, mid, high, or bald fade.
How often should I get a fade to keep it sharp?
A skin fade holds a clean edge for roughly two weeks, and a low taper holds for three to four weeks. Most Foley Fades clients book every two to three weeks depending on hair growth rate and how tight the blend is cut.
Which towns does Foley Fades serve outside Grants Pass?
Foley Fades regularly serves clients from Rogue River, Merlin, Murphy, Wilderville, Wolf Creek, and Cave Junction, all within a 40-minute drive of downtown Grants Pass along the I-5 and Highway 199 corridors.
Book today
Take a chair at 116 SW I St
Call either line, book online, or walk in. Foley Fades is in downtown Grants Pass, Oregon, and the pool table is open while you wait.