When I arrived in Ponte a Serraglio last week I was very disappointed to learn that the Barber Shop has closed.
I used to love watching the men lined up there every day for a chat and a haircut or shave.
I don’t know how long Valter had been there, providing what I thought was an essential service in the village, but I think it is quite a while.
He has retired to spend his time enjoying his other interests, including his art.
Apparently Valter tried to find someone to take over, but nobody was interested. In these times of under employment I am surprised and disappointed about this.
Valter, you will be missed.
Click here to see an earlier, and happier post about Valter.
Bella Bagni di Lucca 
It is sad when all the specialities and crafts dissapear.
I think it is very sad that this lovely traditional barber has gone from the village.
Sad that another small essential service has disappeared but now he’s hung up his scissors what a lovely place to spend his retirement
I am happy for him, but I wish there was someone to take his place.
This is a very common problem nowadays. The owner retires and nobody wants to take over. Probably, the younger generations think that barbers are a thing of the past…
Surely there is somebody who would like a job.
It’s really sad and Walter never told me! One day he even trimmed my wife’s hair. Walter is a true artist and i hope this retirement will give him time to paint more and also play his guitar more
What a pity he wasn’t able to find a replacement.
Very sad to see these small businesses close – it’s happening everywhere unfortunately.
What a sad event. Like you, my first reaction was would’nt someone like a job.
If the price and service is right its possible to sell anything to anyone. I’m amazed that an enterprising young italian has not come forward – who know’s maybe a local person will.
Perhaps its just early days yet?