*Spring Sale $50 off Limited Time Only*

Dan Kubin V3R Sidewinder 

"Now with an updated weighted impact screw! I found that it helps with the stability of the hit, and improved overall performance. Also, please note the rubber band position is another simple tuning element. For lower volt operations, or harder hit, position the band pointing slightly up. This will reduce return spring tension thus making it operate better at slower speeds and decreasing the amount of give. Bonus is less strain on the rubber band.

Previous updates to the V3R include adding the coveted DK thumbscrew, moving the impact screw (the most crucial and misunderstood tuning element) to the front end of the armature bar and added a hardened steel impact pin so the machine will be easier to reset, and will hold its tune much longer. I also used a few tricks from the V7 to reduce spitting and make it hit a bit more rigid on the low end and added the backer springs as well to prevent spring breakage.

These updates are in addition to the 2019 updated version which still has the same dependable and proven geometry as the original v3, but now revisited and remastered with subtle differences to improve overall performance. This is the most user friendly Sidewinder yet. The differences, others than aesthetics, is the numbered stroke wheel, an impact screw timing mark on the cam and frame (like the v5-6). Additionally, I did a new spring loaded vice lock setup that effortlessly clamps down your tube. The stroke wheel is indexed in 10 positions, and numbered accordingly." 

Thanks for looking - Dan.

Machine Specs:

• Frosted Rose Plated Brass Frames
  
• 24k Gold Plated Parts
• 24k Gold Plated Motor Cover
  
• DK Thumbscrew, new Armature Bar, and updated Stroke Wheel for improved performance
  
• The renowned rotary liner.  Effortlessly sink any size line by just grazing the skin.
• The motor is the same as the  V2-V4 Sidewinder, which has proven the test of time.  It has been a favorite of the long time Sidewinder collectors.
• Vice-Lock that easily tightens on nearly any tube
• Great for all varieties of Line Work or as a Fast Shader/Packer
  
• Timing mark on the cam and frame for setting the impact screw. (Just like the V5 and V6)

• Numbered stroke dial so you can easily play with the stroke without fear of losing that sweet spot.  You can’t make it too long or too short

Machine Setup:

• Standard Needle on Bar: wrap a thick rubber band around the motor cap and across the front of the machine to add needle bar tension. It is recommended that you use Thick Rubber Bands and Dan's Perfect Nipples.
  
• Cartridges: wrap a rubber band around the motor cap and over the top of the armature bar to counteract the cartridge's upward tension. Thick or standard rubber bands both work, it will just depend on the tension of the cartridge membrane or band to determine with rubber band provides the proper counter resistance.
  

For more info please watch the V3R Setup and Tuning Video:

Dan Kubin Weighted Impact Screw Kit

"New updated weighted impact screw! I found that it helps with the stability of the hit, and improved overall performance. Also, please note the rubber band position is another simple tuning element. For lower volt operations, or harder hit, position the band pointing slightly up. This will reduce return spring tension thus making it operate better at slower speeds and decreasing the amount of give. Bonus is less strain on the rubber band."

Thanks - Dan

Weighted Impact Kit Specifications:

• Upgrade for Dan Kubin V3R with updated armature bar (Late 2019 to Current)
  
• Custom heat treated tool steel RHC 60 plus o-ring
• Easy swap out to increase the hit while improving the overall feel and sound
• Kit also includes both the 1.5mm and 2mm L wrench

Upgrade Step by Step: (see pictures for guidance)

1. Use the 1.5mm wrench to loosen the set screw on the side of the armature bar. Half a turn should loosen it enough to easily remove the impact screw.
2. Hold down the armature bar and use the 2mm wrench to remove the old impact screw.
3. Once removed, use the 1.5mm wrench to insert and tighten the weighted impact screw down until the o-ring starts to bulge out as it makes contact with the top of the armature.
4. Tuning - this is the most important step and will effect the timing and stroke of your machine.
1. While holding the armature bar down, roll the cam back until it makes contact with the vertical spring and gently stops. In this position the timing mark on the cam should align with the center of the timing mark on the frame.
2. If the timing mark on the cam is on the low side of the timing mark on the frame, tighten the weighted impact a little until it raises up to the center of the timing mark on the frame.
3. If the timing mark on the cam is on the high side, the impact is too far in and needs to be backed out (loosened) until the timing mark on the cam is in the center of the timing mark on the frame.
5. Use the 1.5mm wrench to tighten the set screw on the side of the armature bar.
6. Your machine is now upgraded and ready to use. One note would be that the new impact works well with the rubber band pulled slightly higher on the needle bar so it is perpendicular when the armature is in the down position.

Special Limited Edition Biomech Dan Kubin X Adam Ciferri Ghost Dog Revival Hybrid carved by Aaron Cain!!!

"Since working with Workhorse Irons, I have been given the opportunity to remaster my Revival machine, but being able to merge it into the platform of Adam Ciferri’s Ghostdog.

Thanks - Dan.

Machine Specs:

• CNC Iron Frame designed in collaboration by Dan Kubin and Adam Ciferri
• Biomech Carved and Finished by Aaron Cain!
• Hinge / Compression machine functionality eliminating any rear spring issues or breakage
• Machine comes setup for use as a slow or medium speed Liner or a quick shader. To easily change to a slow and punchy color packer, simply remove the backer spring under the front spring.
• Tuned for all-day, every-day street shop and/or custom tattooing
•  Medium speed with enough hit to push 3's to 14's no problem
• Runs 125-130 Hz @ 6 Volts Unloaded, crank up to 9-10 Volts for large groupings
• CNC Cut Iron with the highest precision and care for superior conductivity
• Mini-Size frame with Custom AC x DK 1" Keg Coil for a larger range and less amperage
• Custom Heat Blackened Finish
  
• Deluxe DK Blackened Hardware and Stainless Spring
• Weighs 6 oz
• MADE IN THE USA

Machine Setup:

• Standard Needle on Bar: standard coil machine set up. Work well with our Thick Rubber Bands and Dan's Perfect Nipples, but also work with standard nipples/grommets.
• Cartridges: possible

New Mike Pike PMA Direct Drive Rotary!

After a couple years of minor tweaks and lots of testing, the new Mike Pike Direct Drive Rotary is finally ready! Not necessarily a reinvention of the wheel, but applying his years of knowledge tattooing and building rotary machines, Pike dialed in these Direct Drives and simply made a great running Rotary.

Built using only the finest components to produce a great all around direct drive that is smooth running, consistent, and rock solid for years of trouble free use. Made with powerful high end motors, an adjustable Cam to accommodate any stroke, vertical swing gate vise guarantee to grip tubes with no issue, and top of the line aluminum that is both lightweight and strong enough to stand the test of time.

- Limited Edition Run of Illusion Sour Apple Powdered Coated Aluminum Frames PLUS 24k Gold Plated Motor Cap, Swing Gate Vise, and Hardware.
-High-grade Aluminum body precision milled frames and components
- Powered by a top of the line Maxon motor described by Mike Pike to be the "best motor he has ever used in a rotary"
- Comfortable and well balanced with a vertical swing gate tube vice that will bite and hold all disposable and stainless tubes
- Adjustable Brass Cam with PMA reference marks to help keep track of stroke settings and adjustments. Simply loosen the cam set screw, pull out the inner cam and insert it back in at either a shorter or longer setting to change the stroke quick and easy
- Pushes up to 25 mag and up to 18 Rounds no problem, Needle on Bar or Cartridges
- Runs best anywhere between 5 and 10 volts depending on what you are pushing and how you are tattooing
- Lightweight weighing in at a mere 4.5 oz
- Clipcord Connection

Made with love in the USA by Mike Pike and his 40+ years of experience tattooing and building machines.

Thanks and enjoy,
Mike Pike

Limited Adam Ciferri V3 Ghost Dog Liner - White Gold Glitter x Gold Hardware

• Tuned for all-day, every-day street shop and/or custom tattooing
• Medium speed with enough hit to push 3's to 14's no problem
• Runs 125-130 Hz @ 6.5 Volts Unloaded, crank up to 8-9 Volts for large groupings
• CNC Cut Iron with the highest precision and care
• 1" Custom White Scale Keg Coil
• Gloss White Gold Sparkle Powder Coat Finish
• Deluxe 24k Gold Plated Hardware
• Weighs 6 oz
• MADE IN THE USA

A few words from Adam about this machine:
"The Ghost Dog Liner is set up to make solid single pass outlines with ease. Weighing in at a mere 6 ounces, this is a machine that punches way above it's weight class. Perfect for tattooers who like the weight of a rotary machine but prefer the feel and performance of a coil machine"
-Respectfully, Adam C.

• Tuned for all-day, every-day street shop and/or custom tattooing
• Medium/Quick Speed with a Solid hit that easily pushes 5's to 13's...also able to push very large groupings if you bump the volts up a bit
• Runs 110-115 Hz @ 6.5 Volts Unloaded
• Good for Color Packing or Color Blends
• CNC Cut Iron with the highest precision and care
• 1" Custom White Scale Keg Coil
• Gloss White Gold Glitter Powder Coat Finish
• Deluxe 24k Gold Plated Hardware
• Weighs 6 oz
• MADE IN THE USA

A few words from Adam about this machine:
"The Ghost Dog Shader is tuned for all-day, every-day street shop and/or custom tattooing. Weighing in at a mere 6 ounces, this is a machine that punches way above it's weight class. Perfect for tattooers who like the weight of a rotary machine but prefer the feel and performance of a coil machine"
-Respectfully, Adam C

Noe Quintillan Lightweight RCA Cord

Available with or without the Clip Cord to RCA Adapter.

The most compact, lightweight, and versatile RCA Cord and clip cord to RCA adapter available. Designed and built to be a compact adapter for use specifically on Kubin machines, but also provide a universal fit on any RCA machine and clip cord setup.

Handmade in Spain with the highest precision and care by Noe Quintillan.

New Limited Destroy Troy Franklin Liner!

After years of discussing, chipping away, and working on this project; Destroy Troy has resurrected Marv Lerning's Franklin tattoo machine and made it his own! Some serious frame adjustments altering the vise and moving the weight forward over the hand, multiple tweaks and updates, they are now dialed in and ready. Very smooth running, extremely well balanced, and sturdy, these forward weighted machines are finely tuned and built for years of trouble free use.

Highlights:

• Precision Machined Iron Frame
  
• Over-sized Vise designed to keep more weight over your hand to help balance the pull of your clipcord and reduce hand fatigue
• Highly Versatile Vise that can be used with a Left or Right Handed setup! Simply remove thumbscrew / nut to reinsert and swap sides.
  
• 24k Gold Plated Destroy Troy Warp Drive Cray Bar
  
• Custom Hand Wound Coils, 9 Wrap Front and 7 Wrap Rear
  
• Custom Seafoam Powder Coat with Purple Metallic Sparkle
  
• Deluxe 24k Gold Plated Hardware plus pure Silver Contact
  
• Specialty Stainless Steel Springs that will not corrode
  

Specifications:

• Medium Speed with a Solid Hit
• Running  around 130-135 Hz Unloaded at 6.5V
• Great for use with 5s to 11s, turn up for 14s
• 7.5 oz Forward Weighted Machine
• Made in the USA

Nickel Plated Limited Adam Ciferri Bulldog Shader Kit

Kit includes all parts needed to build a great tattoo machine...but, it does not include the skills to build a great tattoo machine, sorry not sorry :)

• CNC Cut Iron Bulldog Frame
• Nickel Plated Finish
• Deluxe Blackened Hardware
• 1.25" 8 Wrap Custom Soldered Coils with 47 Cap
  
• Long Nipple Armature Bar
  
• 2 Spring Sets with each kit
  
• All Screws you'll need PLUS necessary wrenches
• Washer Package including all washers needed (steel, fiber, and shims)
• Alignment Tool included

Adam Ciferri Cast Iron Bulldog Shader Specs when he builds them:

- Tuned for all-day, every-day street shop and/or custom tattooing
- Solid hit that easily pushes 5-15 Mag Groupings
- Runs 95-105Hz @ 6.5 Volts Unloaded

*Comes with the tools you need to build the machine except an Armature Bar Fixture. We highly recommend picking one up if you do not have one, it is by far the best way to assemble your armature bar and springs with proper alignment and tightness. You can find one here in our Tool Category

Made in the USA.

New SOBA Bolo Liner!!

"I’m very stoked to share my new @workhorseirons production model with you all! The one piece BOLO machine is now available!!
🔥
I combined the geometry of my Bolo braze-up. Streamlined it. The machine shop at Workhorse NAILED it!
💚
These will come standard as you see here. Swing gate tube vise for all the tubes. The textured eggshell finish is the color of Irish tea and is complimented by polished up phenolics, olive green gaffers and brass hardware.
🔥
These are finely tuned. With no load most of them run in the 140hz range. At 6 volts you will get smooth medium to fine lines- think 05 and 08 microns. At 7.5 they will bury a straight 9- think brand new sharpie."

Enjoy, BJ (Sobaone)

- CNC Cut Ductile Iron Frame
- Drilled Out and Lightened Upright
- Swing Gate Vise with and Internal Spring for ease of use
- Custom Eggshell Tan Powder Coat Finish
- Custom Deluxe Antiqued Brass Hardware
- Deluxe 1" 8 Wrap Olive Gaffers T-Top Coils with Polished Phenolics
- Medium Spreed with a Solid Hit
- Great for Smaller to Medium Sized Groupings
- Pushing 3's to 9's easy, turn up a little for 11's
- Running 140-145 Hz @ 6.5 V Unloaded
- Weighs 6.8 oz
- MADE IN THE USA

*V1 Sale $100 off Limited Time Only*

Dan Kubin X Adam Ciferri Ghost Dog Revival Hybrid - Version 1

"Since working with Workhorse Irons, I have been given the opportunity to remaster my Revival machine, but being able to merge it into the platform of Adam Ciferri’s Ghostdog.

Thanks - Dan.

Machine Specs:

• CNC Iron Frame designed in collaboration by Dan Kubin and Adam Ciferri
• Hinge / Compression machine functionality eliminating any rear spring issues or breakage
• Machine comes setup for use as a slow or medium speed Liner or a quick shader. To easily change to a slow and punchy color packer, simply remove the backer spring under the front spring.
• Tuned for all-day, every-day street shop and/or custom tattooing
•  Medium speed with enough hit to push 3's to 14's no problem
• Runs 125-130 Hz @ 6 Volts Unloaded, crank up to 9-10 Volts for large groupings
• CNC Cut Iron with the highest precision and care for superior conductivity
• Mini-Size frame with Custom AC x DK 1" Keg Coil for a larger range and less amperage
• Custom Rubbed Bronze Plated Finish on the Frame
  
• Deluxe DK 24k Gold Plated Hardware and Stainless Spring
• Weighs 6 oz
• MADE IN THE USA

Machine Setup:

• Standard Needle on Bar: standard coil machine set up. Work well with our Thick Rubber Bands and Dan's Perfect Nipples, but also work with standard nipples/grommets.
• Cartridges: possible, but not highly recommended.

• Tuned for all-day, every-day street shop and/or custom tattooing
• Medium speed with enough hit to push 3's to 14's no problem
• Runs 120-125 Hz @ 6.5 Volts Unloaded, crank up to 9-10 Volts for large groupings
• CNC Cut Iron with the highest precision and care
• 1" Keg Coil
• HD Black Powder Coat Finish
• Deluxe Blackened Hardware
• Weighs 6 oz
• MADE IN THE USA

A few words from Adam about this machine:
"The Ghost Dog Liner is set up to make solid single pass outlines with ease. Weighing in at a mere 6 ounces, this is a machine that punches way above it's weight class. Perfect for tattooers who like the weight of a rotary machine but prefer the feel and performance of a coil machine"
-Respectfully, Adam C.

• Tuned for all-day, every-day street shop and/or custom tattooing
• Medium/Quick Speed with a Solid hit that easily pushes 5's to 13's...also able to push very large groupings if you bump the volts up a bit
• Runs 110-115 Hz @ 6.5 Volts Unloaded
• Good for Quick Color Packing or B&G Work / Color Blends
• CNC Cut Iron with the highest precision and care
• 1" Custom Keg Coil
• HD Black Powder Coat Finish
• Deluxe Blackened Hardware
• Weighs 6 oz
• MADE IN THE USA

A few words from Adam about this machine:
"The Ghost Dog Shader is tuned for all-day, every-day street shop and/or custom tattooing. Weighing in at a mere 6 ounces, this is a machine that punches way above it's weight class. Perfect for tattooers who like the weight of a rotary machine but prefer the feel and performance of a coil machine"
-Respectfully, Adam C

Limited Deluxe SOBA Mini Rusto Liner/Shader Kit!

This machine kit comes with parts to build as either a liner or a shader. Kit includes all parts needed to build a great tattoo machine...but, it does not include the skills to build a great tattoo machine, sorry not sorry :)

• CNC Cut Iron Mini Rusto Frame
• Black Zinc Finish
• Deluxe Blackened Hardware
• Spring Loaded Swing Gate Vise
• 1" 8 Wrap Custom Soldered Coils
• Liner and Shader Armature Bars
  
• 4 Spring Sets with each kit
  
• All Screws you'll need PLUS necessary wrenches
• Washer Package including all washers needed (steel, fiber, and shims)
• Alignment Tool included
• Weighs 6.8 oz

Liner typical specs:

• Very Light and Quick with a Solid Hit
• Great for Smaller to Medium Sized Groupings
• Pushing 3's to 9's easy
• Running 140-145 Hz @ 6.5 V Unloaded

Shader typical specs:

• Medium Quick Speed with a Solid Hit
• Pushing 5's to 13's easy
• Great for Packing in Solid Color, turn down a bit for Color Blends and Whip Shading
• Running 110-115 Hz @ 6.5 V Unloaded

Comes with or without our Armature Bar Fixture. We recommend picking one up if you do not have one, it is by far the best way to assemble your armature bar and springs with proper alignment and tightness.

Made in the USA.

Limited Edition Adam Ciferri Pitbull Liner - Sparkle Lilac x Gold

Specifications:
- Tuned for all-day, every-day street shop and/or custom tattooing
- Heavy hit that easily pushes 5's to 11's
- Runs 125-130z @ 6.5 Volts Unloaded
- CNC Cut Iron with the highest precision and care
- HD Lilac Powder Coat with Dark Purple Sparkle Finish
- 24k Gold Plated Hardware and Silver Contact
- 1.125" 8 Wrap Custom matching Coils
- Weighing in at 6.4 ounces
- MADE IN THE USA

A few words from Adam on his history with this machine:
"I think most of you know that I've been making a version of this machine since about 1999, but, I don't know how many of you really know the story of how this machine came to be…

In mid 1999, the first Pitbull outliners were made by chopping down some bulldog shaders. They ran a bit slow and punchy for what I'd call an outliner, but, they definitely did the job. Over the years, there have been a few iterations of this machine, and almost all of them were based on, basically, cutting up a shader and, either making due with the geometry, or adjusting the geometry.

What we have here is the new version I designed for Workhorse Irons. This machine is based on the dedicated geometry that I've wanted for this machine since, just about, day one. It lends itself to a few different liner configurations without needing to apply any hocus-pocus. Small groupings? Sure. Medium groupings? Yes. Big, fat, ig'nunt-ass outlines? Fuck yeah-continually, since 1999! This machine has a great range, but is basically set up to make big fucking outlines, quickly."
Respectfully, Adam C