First Choice Haircutters vs Tommy Gun's Original Barbershop Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of First Choice Haircutters vs Tommy Gun's Original Barbershop including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
First Choice Haircutters Franchise
Tommy Gun's Original Barbershop Franchise
Investment $163,880 - $302,600$250,000 - $350,000
Franchise Fee $29,500 - $49,500$30,000
Royalty Fee 5% - 7%-
Advertising Fee 3%-
Year Founded 19802009
Year Franchised 19822009
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee To $3K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
First Choice Haircutters Franchise
Tommy Gun's Original Barbershop Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Customer-service oriented, management skills
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    Financing Options
     
    First Choice Haircutters Franchise
    Tommy Gun's Original Barbershop Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    First Choice Haircutters Franchise
    Tommy Gun's Original Barbershop Franchise
    Training Classroom Training: 5 days 2 weeks
    Support Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection -
    Marketing Co-op Advertising Ad Templates Regional Advertising Social media SEO -
    Operations 63% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 6

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    First Choice Haircutters Franchise
    Tommy Gun's Original Barbershop Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion NoYes
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About First Choice Haircutters

    In 1980, A. Bud Cowan started First Choice Haircutters as a low-priced hair salon for the entire family, offering a 'no appointment necessary' concept for on-the-go customers. Two years later, the company started franchising the concept. With over 300 locations in Canada and the United States, First Choice Haircutters offers affordable, professional hair care in bright, contemporary salons.

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    #102 in Canada's Top franchises.

    About Tommy Gun's Original Barbershop

    A new trend in men's personal hygiene and grooming is emerging. In addition to the renewed emphasis men are placing on their appearance, they are spending more on retail products as well. A growing percentage of men reportedly now consider that personal appearance has a direct impact on their level of personal success. As a result, the beauty industry is experiencing a new dimension, one where men are influencing change. Salons are evolving to accommodate the masculine preferences. More and more you'll see salons designed for the male consumer, where they don't have to check their masculinity at the door. It's time to recognize that men value their imagery and provide new opportunities to capture the growing demand for male grooming services.Tommy Gun's Original Barbershop is on the edge of this emerging trend, offering 5 star service in an atmosphere men will appreciate. It's classic, simple, discerning and casual.