CRAFT BARBERSHOP • KNOXVILLE, TN
PRECISION CUTS.
PERSONAL STYLE.
Knoxville's sharpest kept secret.
NEW CLIENTS START HERETHE EXPERIENCE
Every cut begins with a conversation.
Metal Haircut is a Knoxville-based craft barbershop owned and operated by Samm Ottinger. With 12 years of industry experience, Samm delivers the kind of personalized attention that larger salons can't match. Every appointment starts with understanding your style, your hair and your vision.
CONSULT
We talk first. What you want, what works, what you've been afraid to try. No judgment.
CUT
Then I go to work. Precision tools. Full attention. No rushing, no shortcuts.
CONFIDENCE
You leave looking exactly like yourself just sharper. That's the whole point.
RATE SHEET
Tailor your experience. Add exactly what you want.
NEW CLIENTS
- The Initiation (New Clients) $35
- 45-minute extended appointment. Includes a thorough consultation to align on your hair goals, a personalized cut (short or long), styling, an extended scalp massage (normally a $10 add-on), and an introduction to the shop experience. Strongly recommended for all first-time visitors.
CUTS
- Short Cut $35
- Traditional barber cut, lather neck shave, shampoo, scalp massage
- Short Cut + Beard Trim $45
- Combo with beard trim, shampoo, scalp massage
- Long Cut $40
- Hair longer than shoulder length, shampoo, scalp massage
- Buzz Cut $25
- 1–2 guards, neck shave, shampoo, product
- Kids Cut $30
- For people under 12 years old
SHAVES
- Traditional Shave $30
- Steam towel, hot lather, two-pass shave, cool towel finish
- Hot Lather Head Shave $35
- Full head shave with hot lather and hot towels
A LA CARTE
- Beard Trim $30
- Trimmer and foil shaver line up
- Razor Beard Edging $10
- Hot towel razor edging with warm lather
- Additional Scalp Massage $10
- Relaxation tools, massage techniques, tension relief
- Wash and Style $10
- Shampoo, blow dry, heat tool, product finish
WAXING
- Brow Shaping $12
- Nose $12
- Ears $12
- Side-Burns $12
By appointment only.
BOOK YOUR CUTTHE SHOP
Real tools. Real products. Real conversation.
WORD OF MOUTH
"Great cuts, great conversations, great atmosphere. You're the best!"
"Hands down the best service I've received from a salon/stylist in years. Samm started by asking great questions on what I was looking for and she nailed it."
"Samm has been cutting my hair for almost 4 years. I struggled for years finding someone with not only skill, but the desire to get to know my hair. She raises the bar with each haircut."
BEFORE YOU SIT DOWN
Quick answers.
What should I book if I'm not sure what to choose?
Book the closest match. Every appointment starts with a quick check-in to tap into my expertise and fine-tune the plan together.
Do you offer long haircuts?
Yes. Long Cut is for hair longer than shoulder length. Includes shampoo and scalp massage.
Do you offer beard services?
Yes. Beard Trim is available standalone and you can add Razor Beard Edging for extra detail.
Do you offer waxing?
Yes. Brow Shaping, Nose, Ears and Side-Burns all $12 each.
Is Metal Haircut LGBTQIA+ friendly?
Yes. Full stop. Everyone's welcome in this chair.
What is your cancellation policy?
I require 24-hour notice for cancellations. Late cancellations or no-shows are charged 100% of the service cost. There is a 10-minute grace period for late arrivals.
FIND THE SHOP
110 East 5th Avenue
Knoxville, TN 37917
Inside the Local Collective building • Free parking
HOURS
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 11am – 7pm
- Wednesday
- 8am – 3pm
- Thursday
- 11am – 7pm
- Friday
- 10am – 6pm
- Saturday
- 9am – 3pm
- Sunday
- Closed
ACCEPTED
Visa • Mastercard • Discover • Apple Pay • Cash