Workhorse Brass Tool now available!

These tools were a fair amount of work, but a fun project and very useful daily carry addition. They work great as a bottle opener, door opener, button pusher, defense mechanism, or really any other creative purpose. Brass is naturally antimicrobial, making it a great material for insulating oneself from high touch surfaces that may contain harmful microbes and disease.

Highlights:

• Cut from 1/4" 260 Brass
• Hand Chamfered, Sanded, Tumbled, Stamped, and Lightly Polished
• 1.5" x 4.3" Overall Dimension
• 0.915" Finger Hole
  

Made in the USA

**The use of a Copper Alloy surface is a supplement to and not a substitute for standard infection control practices; users must continue to follow all current infection control practices, including those practices related to cleaning and disinfection of environmental surfaces. The Copper Alloy surface material has been shown to reduce microbial contamination, but it does not necessarily prevent cross-contamination.

Official DK Thumbscrew 

8-32 Thread, Full 5/8" Length, compatible with most Kubin Vise Styles. 

Blackwork Chloroprene Gloves

Made from non-latex polychloroprene synthetic polymer, these new Blackwork medical grade exam gloves offer all of the benefits of natural rubber latex with none of the allergen problems associated with latex. Blackwork gloves were specially formulated / designed to reduce hand fatigue during long tattoo sessions. Using their patented formula, they've created a glove with almost zero resistance while maintaining comfort, elasticity, and strength. Textured finish for wet and dry gripping ability. The first and only black chloroprene medical grade exam glove.

• 100ct. per box.
• Patented Black Chloroprene Formula.
• Zero Resistance, reduced hand fatigue.
• Textured surface for greater grip and tactile sensitivity.
• Smaller box size reduces shipping cost.
• Extreme elasticity
• Easily slide on WET or DRY hands!!

Their new patented Black Chloroprene formula is the most scientifically advanced glove in the Tattoo Industry. Unrivaled protection, Zero resistance, Incredible comfort, and a textured surface with unbelievable tactile sensitivity. 

Custom Printed Workhorse Face Mask (2 Pack)

• Made of Quilted Thick 3-Ply Fabric
• Elastic Straps - One Size Fits Most
• Two Masks included in each order
• Three Custom Sublimated Design Options
• Washable and Reusable
• Handmade In England not China :)

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Please note: These custom face masks are NOT medical grade masks (which are recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) as an infection preventative measure, i.e. grade FFP2/N95). So please DO NOT purchase custom face masks with the false understanding they will prevent infection from Coronavirus. They are more about protecting others to reduce spread. Due to the personal hygiene nature of the product, your custom face masks are non-returnable.

***COVID-19 UPDATE: We are shipping daily and have now expanded our requirements to include Medical Professionals. We still do not sell to at home tattooers but gladly sell to any medical professionals that need supplies. You are top priority, thank you for all you do!


9-3/4" Metalmaster® Compound Action Snips.

Cuts straight, left, and right. Non-slip serrated jaws cut spring stock with ease.

10% OFF DISCOUNT APPLIES IN CART!  No Code Needed.

Workhorse Irons Dot Box

Small batch of Workhorse Dot Boxes now available!! After many requests we decided to do another small batch of these. Originally we made Dot Boxes about 10 years ago using Pulse Width Modulation to create intermittent power bursts for dot work. But we stopped making them after a few years when some others copied the design and outsourced overseas to make a cheap knock off version. 

This has been a fun side project we have been working on to help turn any coil machine into a dot machine for making Dotwork Tattoos using controlled intermittent power bursts. The Dot Box is simple and easy to use! It works in-line and plugs directly into your power supply in the clip cord hole and has a range of speed controlled by simply turning the delay knob.

Yes, there are many ways to do dots and if you have a strategy that works well for you already, more power to you! Our Dot Box is just a different approach, and if nothing else, a fun tool to play with, enjoy!

For Best Performance:

• The Dot Box works best with medium or slow, hard hitting liners....or any shader
• Quick and zippy light hitting machines are not as effective
• Best dots are made using Tight Rounds....Loose Rounds seem to blow out a little bit
• Some machines need to be turned up a Volt or two for better results
• Not recommended for use with Rotary machines...use with Rotary machines can damage the motor
• Timing of the tattoo machine when in use with the Dot Box will create various rhythms and patterns, adjust voltage and Dot Box Delay for varying performance and effect
• Match hand speed to the intermittent power bursts to ensure clean dot patterns.... if the Dot Box is at a slow setting you will need to move slower, fast setting move faster (duh).

*this is not a power supply, you will still need a power supply, the dot box simply plugs into your power supply.

Mike Pike Half Cup Liner

Highlights:

• CNC Cut Iron Frame with PIKE Stamp
• Workhorse Red Oxide Finish
• Standard Blackened Workhorse Hardware
• 1" 8 Wrap Black Heat Shrink Mini Coils

Specifications:

• Very Quick with a Medium Hit
• Running 145-155Hz @ 6.5 V unloaded
• Pushing 3's-9's Easy
• Weighs a mere 6.5 oz

Made in the USA

Coil Kit

Includes capacitor, 5 10 shims, 2 3/8" screws, wire insulation and solder lugs.

Al Brodeur Heavy Duty Workhorse Foot Switch - Long Low Profile BRASS Version

Highlights:

• LIFETIME WARRANTY: if you ever have trouble send it in for repair or replacement
  
• Two 4.25" x 1.25" Pieces of 1/8" Solid Brass
  
• Trademark Copper Lugs
  
• Stainless Steel Hardware
  
• Replaceable Heavy Duty 16 Gauge Flexible Cord
  
• Heavy Duty 1/4" Jack
  
• Very Low Profile
  
• Return shipping costs are not included with the warranty

Warrantied for life by Al Brodeur. Made in the USA.

SOBA Cast Iron Pilot Liners and Shaders

*NOW WITH SWING GATE VISE! Guaranteed to lock tight on any tube.

After 20+ years of production, numerous machining updates and tuning tweaks, these are the longest running models we sell. With long forgiving geometry, these machines are the tried, true, and consistent Workhorses of tattooing. Built to last a lifetime with little muss or fuss. Great for apprentices figuring out the basics, as well as veterans looking for the feel and performance of an all around solid coil machine.

Highlights:

• Sand Cast Ductile Iron Frame
  
• Workhorse Red Oxide Finish
  
• Standard Workhorse Hardware
  
• 8 Wrap 1.25" Production Coils
  

Specifications:

• Great All Around Shader
• Long Frame Machine with a Long Stroke and Slow Hard Punch
• Pushes thick powder based pigments with ease
  
• Running 95-100Hz @6.5 Volts Unloaded
  
• Pushes 5-11 Mags Easy
  
• Weighs 7.95 oz
  

Made in the USA

Mike Pike Teacup Shader

Highlights:

• Black Zinc CNC Cut Iron Frame
  
• Standard Blackened Hex Hardware
• 1.25" Deluxe 8 Wrap Coils with Gaffers Tape

Specifications:

• Smooth with a Solid Hit, running 105-110 Hz @ 6.5 V unloaded
  
• Pushing 5's to 11's with ease
  
• Tough and Versatile, a true Workhorse
  
• Weighs 8.10 oz
  
  

Made in the USA