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# Hairbrush Beer Poppers
The Old Familiar Comb Bottle Opener is Made by a Barber for Barbers

By Meghan Young | Published 2012-08-14 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-familiar-comb-bottle-opener
References: [uncrate](http://uncrate.com/stuff/old-familiar-comb-bottle-opener/) & [kickstarter](http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/135332149/old-familiar-comb-bottle-opener)

The Old Familiar Comb Bottle Opener is made for barbers, and anyone else who likes to keep their hair in order while sipping on a refreshing bottle of beer. A two-in-one creation, it features a [classic comb](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philips-fixables) on one side and a simple bottle opener on the other for optimal usage. Although it may seem like a creation for a very specific group of people, everyone needs to brush their hair and there are quite a few who find carrying around a bottle opener at all times very necessary.

Created by barber Kenji Prince, who hails from Columbus, Ohio, the Old Familiar Comb Bottle Opener is locally laser-engraved and -cut from 12ga stainless steel. It is available in two versions: a mini Mustache/ [Beard Comb](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-beard-hedger) or the big daddy Full Size Comb.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.1/10
- Popularity: 74% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Multifunctional Tools:** Creating products that serve multiple purposes, such as a hairbrush with a built-in bottle opener, offers convenience and innovative solutions for consumers.
- **Niche Market Products:** Targeting specific demographics, like barbers, allows for the development of unique products tailored to their needs, creating opportunities for niche markets.
- **Everyday Carry Essentials:** Designing practical items that can be easily carried and used on a daily basis, like a portable comb and bottle opener in one, appeals to individuals seeking convenience in their everyday lives.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Barber Supplies:** The combination of hairbrushes and bottle openers speaks to a potential market for barbershop accessories and tools that are both functional and stylish.
- **Personal Grooming:** Incorporating practical features into grooming products presents opportunities for innovation within the personal care industry, catering to the needs of individuals who value functionality and convenience.
- **Everyday Carry Products:** The development of compact and versatile tools, like the hairbrush bottle opener, can tap into the market of everyday carry products, offering consumers useful and portable solutions for various tasks.

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