BOUTIQUE BARBERSHOP • KNOXVILLE, TN

PRECISION CUTS.
PERSONAL STYLE.

Knoxville's sharpest kept secret.

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Consultation-First LGBTQIA+ Friendly

Every cut begins with a conversation.

Metal Haircut is a one-woman boutique barbershop in Knoxville, TN. Samm Ottinger delivers the kind of personalized attention that larger salons can't match. Every appointment starts with understanding your style, your hair and your vision.

01

CONSULT

We talk first. What you want, what works, what you've been afraid to try. No judgment.

02

CUT

Then I go to work. Precision tools. Full attention. No rushing, no shortcuts.

03

CONFIDENCE

You leave looking exactly like yourself just sharper. That's the whole point.

Samm Ottinger, barber and owner of Metal Haircut

SAMM OTTINGER

Barber & Owner

The artist behind Metal Haircut. Calm, focused barbering with an eye for shape, texture and clean grow-out.

Clear prices. No surprises. No upsells.

CUTS

  • Short Cut $35
  • Traditional barber cut, hot lather straight razor, shampoo, scalp massage
  • Short Cut + Beard Trim $45
  • Combo with beard trim, shampoo, scalp massage
  • Long Cut $40
  • Hair longer than shoulder length, blow dry style, hot lather, 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

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

Walk-ins for buzz cuts. Book ahead for everything else.

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5.0 ★★★★★ 7 verified reviews on Vagaro

"Great cuts, great conversations, great atmosphere. You're the best!"

Brandon W. January 2024

"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."

Andrew S. October 2025

"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."

Mark A. October 2024

Quick answers.

What should I book if I'm not sure what to choose?

Book the closest match. Every appointment starts with a consultation so we can fine-tune the plan together.

Do you offer long haircuts?

Yes. Long Cut is for hair longer than shoulder length. Includes blow dry style, hot lather, 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.

Is it appointment only?

Appointments recommended. Walk-ins welcome for buzz cuts if the chair's open.

Metal Haircut
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 • Cash

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