Ball and Buck

Went by this store today and they are closed. The store was empty.

Got a great haircut from Van today. Great barber — obviously a master at his craft — and a spot on cut. He’s a good dude and gives it to you straight with no pushy product up sell. Tried out a new look at his suggestion and I am loving it.
While this place is a bit pricy, it seems worth it. If the cut grows in well, I just might become a loyal customer.
The store is cool too. It has a real Ron Swanson vibe.

Selling only American goods is a tough proposition but Buck and Ball do it very well. Expect the house brand shirts and pants at full price north of 150 $, they did have a 50% off sale though. The material and the construction quality are on par with other domestic made clothing such as Filson.
I was more interested in the accessories though. They have a lot of great everyday carry supplies from some great sources like Corter Leather and Maratac. I picked up military pill case and screwdriver I had been spotting on Maratac for years.
The staff is great too and extremely helpful. The location and atmosphere are also pretty perfect for the company. A nice place to visit for me to check out high end clothing and bags and grab some cheap accessories.

I stopped in a month or so ago and ended up picking up a pair of the 6 point duck canvas pants. The guys working were really friendly and knowledgeable. I had a few questions and he had answers and all in all the shopping aspect was as good as could be expected.
Now to the pants. For under 150 bucks you will not find a better pair or pants made in the USA. The cut is refreshing. They felt no need to make the skin tight or 36″ inseam that needs to be rolled 3 times. They are about 33″ inseam. Perfect. The waist sits well on the hips too, they gave a little room there and you can move well. The fly is zipper which threw me off at first but at second thought I actually like that more than buttons. Lastly the canvas is great. Its 9 or 10oz (I think). Its a good weight for any season. My opinion is you can go to J Crew and get a similar but inferior pant made in China for the same price (or more) or get something made in the USA you will be much more pleased with. I would buy from them again.

Great store & unreal barber shop (don’t be fooled because its in the back of the retail store). I have been trying out new barbers for over a year & today I got a haircut from Dwayne… Lets just say I think I found my new barber. He did a great job and I will 100% be going back there. Yes it is expensive but after hating my haircuts for over a year I am willing to pay the price for a great cut.
The retail store is really cool too. I didn’t get to check out all of the clothing but I will definitely be going back when I have more time. I did buy a watch while I was there, it was a refurbished watch from Brooklyn with a new leather band. Basically they take old watches, fix them up & put a new band on them. Its also a huge plus that everything in the store is made in the USA.

Got a haircut from Danny. Wonderfully done. I didn’t give him a lot to work with, just a number and where I part it, and his work was outstanding. For a great haircut, worth the $ 48. The guys in the shop while I was waiting were also very friendly, and don’t be put off by the price of the clothing. They have a lot of other things there too that make it worth checking out.

Dwayne’s fades: 5 stars
The quality of the clothing is excellent, but I find it hard to spend $ 150 on an oxford shirt. Ball and Buck really brands the hell out of everything too. I like more basic pieces, without all of the logos.

I read the glowing reviews, but how often have those been a let-​down? And the idea of a barber in the back of a store? Decided to go anyway.
I was BLOWN AWAY! This was by far the best haircut and shave I have ever had in my life!
Dwayne is a low-​key, quiet but incredibly focused master. First, he takes a few minutes to try and understand how you would like your hair cut — but not in a technical way, rather in getting to know me a little and asking what words I would attach to the look I was seeking.
Then he got to work. He is friendly enough, but so serious about what he does, and his desire to do it perfectly, that he has no reason to hide it with idle chatter. This man takes his work seriously, and sets a higher standard for himself than any barber I have ever seen. What wonderful, detailed and completely comfortable work!
As for the shave, it was an act of perfection as well! His cool, calm demeanor makes the ultra-​precise shave he gives look easy. Do not be fooled. This man could easily have been a surgeon, with the hand and visuo-​spatial skills he has.
I cannot recommend Dwayne highly enough, and will certainly be back … and back and back again for a long time.

Just went in here today to purchase a gift and we got some great service. The person helping us out seemed to have an extensive knowledge of the shaving products and accessories they had available. We ended up getting the Imperial shave kit. Very refreshing to find a shop with quality products and great customer service. I’ll definitely be back to pick up some stuff for myself soon.

I used to like this store a lot more when it was just quality, down to earth, menswear. Now, it’s extremely gimicky. They offer haircuts, sell as-​seen-​on-​TV duck calls, and plaster their logo on lower-​quality items. The smell of piney incense in the store is too much, kind of like that Abercrombie smell.
There is always a made-​in-​Taiwan Indian-​knockoff motorbike parked at the entrance — if going for over the top ‘murica decorations, why not get the real thing?
I wish Ball & Buck would ditch all the little novelties, stop embroidering little skeet shooters on pockets, and go back to just selling classic American-​made clothing.

quality clothing meant to last a lifetime. Yes it is quite expensive and there have been a few times where someone will look down their nose at you if you are asking about prices too much, but great selection

Great US made clothing and accessories. Love my new belt. Clean, hefty, well made and good quality materials!
Salesperson Sam is excellent. Not pushy, knows the items well.
They carry Randolph sunglasses– made in Randolph, Mass!
I’d definitely recommend this place for men’s clothing and accessories
There’s also a barbershop in the store!

My god please, just go to Hilton’s Tent City. Much of the same with experienced staff and without the pretense.

I wandered into this store and instantly wanted everything. The most handsome flannel shirts you’ll ever see; beautiful, sturdy-​looking leather boots; and tons and tons of intriguing outdoorsy knickknacks (grappling hooks, tactical flashlights, cast iron pan holders, etc).
I know where I’d like gift certificates to next Christmas!

Great customer service! Really helpful, informative, and friendly! Loved the atmosphere of the store and of course fantastic american made products.

Went in to butte Danner x Ball and Buck collaboration boot tonight. After trying them on and a few others with the help of Chris the manager I bought the Danner Mountain Light boots. Couldn’t be happier with my purchase and the service. I’ve been wanting to get down here for a couple months now, after this experience I’ll for sure be a regular shopper. Support small, support local support US made brands!
Also, yes there is a «high price» attached to everything in the store. However, every product in here is meant to last you a life time, the clothes are of top quality, the ties are hand crafted by General Knot out of NY, the boots, flasks and lighters are future heirlooms to hand down to your son if properly taken care of.
Your grandfather would be proud you shopped here.

Has Malin + Goetz products that I can buy without going into an uptight salon. Plus one there.
They have some cute US made stuff if you’re into the whole «Urban Lumberjack”-look, like button down shirts, New Balance shoes, hats, jeans, boots. Not really my jam, but maybe you are all #menswear and proud of it.
Otherwise it’s a pretty «okay experience», but give it a shot. Maybe you’ll get a cool button down shirt and tell a girl you went hiking somewhere epic and have the instagram shots to prove it.

Nice to see a shop like this in Boston– all American guy stuff and a high density of all things good.
Just got a haircut from Dwayne, B&B’s in house barber, and gotta say, one of the best haircuts I’ve had in Boston. Attentive and took his time, definitely my go to spot now for a haircut.

Did you know that Teddy Roosevelt once got shot while giving a speech, then decided to FINISH that speech before seeking medical treatment? Well, once he got himself cleaned up he went shopping at Ball & Buck.
B&B is an altar to the American-​made product and Newbury Street’s church of MAN. It’s easy to envision a dusty John Wayne browsing the craft colognes and Red Wing boots alongside the diverse taxidermy (it’s tasteful. Really). You’d do well by outfitting yourself here: lots of classic looks like flannels, Levi’s jeans, and leather jackets. B&B also manufactures its own «Hunter’s Shirt». Currently available in red, white, and blue, of course.
I’ve also visited Dwayne, Ball & Buck’s in-​house barber, for a haircut on two occasions. I’ll be back a third time. Dwayne is super-​meticulous and takes his time, so make sure to feed the meter before impromptu visits. I tend to think that one gets what one pays for when it comes to barbers, so I don’t mind B&B’s $ 38 trim. Plus, you leave with a head full of pomaded goodness and a spritz of cologne. Nice.
Ball & Buck is a concept store, there’s no doubt. But that concept is well-​executed and a welcome addition to the Back Bay Shopping District.

I like that is store proudly features american-​made stuff. Well done.
However, the American-​made thing is way too heavy handed here. The decals on the front windows almost scare you away with their orange proclamations. Discretion, my fellow Americans. I know my boss ventured in there and was turned off by the heavy handedness, but otherwise thought it was all nice, well made things. I know there’s a place in New York, FSC, that does it a little more smoothly. But, keep up the good work guys.
Prices are a bit high, but that’s to be expected when you’re paying for made in American things. Worth the price, I’d say.