New SOBA Boomerang Liner!!

CNC Milled version of SOBA's braze-up and bolt-up Boomerang, streamlined into a one piece frame with very versatile swing gate vise.

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.

- CNC Cut Ductile Iron Frame
- Drilled Out and Lightened Upright
- Swing Gate Vise with and Internal Spring for ease of use
- Custom Diamond Pearl Powder Coat Finish
- Custom Deluxe Antiqued Brass Hardware
- Deluxe 1" 8 Wrap Black Gaffers T-Top Coils
- Medium Quick 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

Mike Pike Limited Brass Jonesy Liner - Nickel x Gold

- Nickel Plated CNC Cut Billet Brass Frame with PIKE Stamp
- Deluxe 24k Gold Plated Hardware plus Solid Silver Contact
- Over Under Rear Binder Setup
- Custom Designed Pike Vise
- Custom 1" 8 Grey Reflective Fish Scale Coils
- Quick with a Solid Medium Hit
- Running 145-150 Hz @ 6.5V Unloaded
- Pushing 3's-9's All Day
- Weighs 8 Ounces
- MADE IN THE USA

Mike Pike x Ernie Carafa Cast Iron Liner - Limited Nickel Plated Version!

Very special collaborative frame designed and cast in Iron by Mike Pike and Ernie Carafa years ago, recently found and pulled from rusty buckets, cleaned up, cnc milled with collet vises welded in, and built up by Mike Pike.

• Nickel Plated OG Cast Iron Frame
  
• Custom Antiqued Finish
  
• Deluxe Nickel Plated Hardware
• Long Nipple Armature Bar
• Custom 1.125" 8 Wrap Metal Foil Coils
• Slow Speed with a Long Stroke and Solid Hit
• Running 125-130 Hz Unloaded at 6.5 Volts
• Great for use with 5s to 11s
• Made in the USA by Mike Pike
• Forward facing wingnut that won't ride your hand or get in the way
• Solid machine weighing in at about 8 ounces
  

Adam Ciferri Limited Cast Iron Bulldog Shader - Palleon Panther x Gold

Bulldog Shader Specs:
- 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
- Custom Palleon Panther Powder Coat Sand Cast Ductile Iron Frame
- Custom Textured Finish
- Gold Plated Deluxe Hardware
- Custom Pink 1.25" 8 Wrap Coils
- 8.5 ounce weight
- MADE IN THE USA

A few words from Adam on his history with this machine:
"In 1996 I started making machines known as "Bulldogs" with Mike Malone, as the previous builder of this classic machine had ceased making them, and there was a void to be filled. The idea for this was mine, and I ran it by Mike. He had asked me to build shaders for him to re-sell, as he was happy building liners and didn't feel much of an affinity for building shaders.

So, we embarked on our plan to start re-making the shader known as "the bulldog" and it was to be a partnership. Our partnership, like so many, had some snags, and in our haste to get the project rolling, we never nailed down some key details of the partnership. Predictably, we both made some serious mistakes, both professionally, and privately, and these mistakes ultimately led to some interesting interpretations and speculations of what my role was in making this machine.

I do not claim to own anything surrounding this machine but my work and my word.
I have made this machine, continually for nearly 20 years, and intend to continue making this machine for as long as this demand dictates.

Thank you, Workhorse Irons, for making this project happen, thank you Mike Malone for the opportunity to have a part in the lineage of this machine, and thank you, Fellow Tattooers, who buy my machines and allow me to do what I love."
Respectfully, Adam C

Limited Mike Pike x Destroy Troy Teacup Liner - Black & Gold

Special limited edition collaborative machines by Mike Pike and Destroy Troy! This has been in the works for quite a while, but after many frame adjustments, tweaks and updates, they are 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:

• Thick Aluminum Teacup Frame with various updates to help with overall long-term strength and vibration reduction
• Chunky Jonesy Style Steel Vise designed to keep more weight over your hand to help balance the pull of your clipcord and reduce hand fatigue
• Blackened Destroy Troy Warp Drive Cray Bar
  
• Custom 1.125" 7 Wrap Coils
  
• Black Anodized Aluminum Frame
• Blackened Steel Destroy Troy Forward-Weighted Guillotine Vise
  
• Deluxe 24k Gold Plated Hardware
  
• Blackened Spring Shelf Yoke for Superior Connectivity
• 24k Gold Plated Contact Screw
  
• Stainless Springs

Specifications:

• Medium Speed with a Solid Hit
• Running  around 135 Hz Unloaded at 6.5V
• Great for use with 3s to 9s, turn up for 11s
• 7.5 oz Forward Weighted Machine
• Made in the USA

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:

• Limited Nickel Plated Brass Frame with Trans Raspberry Powder Coat Finish
  
• 24k Gold Plated Parts
• 24k Gold Plated Motor Cover (finish may vary)
• 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:

New SOBA V2 Mini Clipper Liner!

New forward weighted version of the Mini Clipper designed and built by SOBA. These machines go above and beyond, providing both superior balance and performance. Made with a thick aerospace aluminum frame to reduce weight while also minimizing vibration and twang, plus an oversized milled navy brass vise and thumbscrew to keep the majority of weight over the artist's hand reducing clip cord pull and hand fatigue.

- CNC Cut Aerospace Aluminum Frame with thick inlaid yoke for proper conductivity
- Anodized Satin Black Finish
- Raw Brass Vise and Thumbscrew
- Deluxe Brass Hardware plus Custom Blackened Steel Drop Down Rear Binder
- 1" 8 Wrap Custom SOBA Coils
- Great for Medium to Large Groupings
- Medium Speed with a Hard Hit
- Pushing 5's to 14's All Day
- Running 130-135 Hz @ 6.5 V Unloaded
- Weighing in at a total 6.5 ounces with almost half the weight being the vise and thumbscrew
- MADE IN THE USA

Limited Edition version of the Joshua Bowers Repairable Clipcord in Pink with Black Clips!

Designed with function and maintenance in mind, this lightweight clipcord can be repaired quickly and easily! Never find yourself in a situation without a functioning clipboard and no options again.

• Light weight non-stick cord material
• Blackened Stainless Steel leads that are replaceable and easily modified to suit your machines or how you like your cord to lay
• Long life spring that can be replaced, or repaired
• Wires can be removed from lugs to repair shorts that happen from movement.
• 6 or 8 foot length
• Very lightweight at a mere 2.45 ounces
• Limited 1 Year Warranty covers product defects and not everyday wear and tear.

• MADE IN THE USA

COMES WITH A TOOL KIT WITH ALL THE TOOLS YOU NEED TO REPAIR IT, including instructions and extra parts.

Some words from Bowers on why he made these clip cords:

"A couple years ago I designed this clip cord and built one for myself. The design came from being frustrated with the options that were on the market. When I designed these clip cords I had a list of demands.
-This cord HAD to be repairable, quickly and easily.
-lightweight
-no-stick, flexible cord
-brass or copper leads
Every part of the the clip cord end can be replaced or repaired quickly and easily. Even comes with the parts and tools to do it! You will not be left struggling with a short in your cord, no backup and rummaging around looking for your best broken cord to finish or do the tattoo.The cord is a matte non stick material that glides smoothly along surfaces, it is NOT a 5 lb clip cord you’re hooking up to 3 oz. machine, the brass leads will not groove your binding posts nearly as fast as the standard steel leads found on most clip cords. I’m excited about this new product and to able to finally share it with all of you."

Limited Edition version of the Joshua Bowers Repairable Clipcord in Orange with Black Clips!

Designed with function and maintenance in mind, this lightweight clipcord can be repaired quickly and easily! Never find yourself in a situation without a functioning clipboard and no options again.

• Light weight non-stick cord material
• Blackened Stainless Steel leads that are replaceable and easily modified to suit your machines or how you like your cord to lay
• Long life spring that can be replaced, or repaired
• Wires can be removed from lugs to repair shorts that happen from movement.
• 6 or 8 foot length
• Very lightweight at a mere 2.45 ounces
• Limited 1 Year Warranty covers product defects and not everyday wear and tear.

• MADE IN THE USA

COMES WITH A TOOL KIT WITH ALL THE TOOLS YOU NEED TO REPAIR IT, including instructions and extra parts.

Some words from Bowers on why he made these clip cords:

"A couple years ago I designed this clip cord and built one for myself. The design came from being frustrated with the options that were on the market. When I designed these clip cords I had a list of demands.
-This cord HAD to be repairable, quickly and easily.
-lightweight
-no-stick, flexible cord
-brass or copper leads
Every part of the the clip cord end can be replaced or repaired quickly and easily. Even comes with the parts and tools to do it! You will not be left struggling with a short in your cord, no backup and rummaging around looking for your best broken cord to finish or do the tattoo.The cord is a matte non stick material that glides smoothly along surfaces, it is NOT a 5 lb clip cord you’re hooking up to 3 oz. machine, the brass leads will not groove your binding posts nearly as fast as the standard steel leads found on most clip cords. I’m excited about this new product and to able to finally share it with all of you."

New B&G Race Horse Shaders machined from Lightweight Aerospace Aluminum with Swing Gate Vises guaranteed to lock tight on any tube! These machines are setup and designed to run quicker and lighter, great for building up layers, doing color blends and portrait work.

- Anodized Featherweight Aluminum Frame
- Steel Swing Gate Vise guaranteed to lock tight on all tubes
- Deluxe Black Hardware
- 8 Wrap 1" Custom Coils
- Super Smooth for B&G, Soft and Quick for Building Layers
- 115-120 Hz at 6.5 V unloaded
- 5.4 oz
- MADE IN THE USA

Limited Edition Adam Ciferri Pitbull Liner - Seafoam x Black

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 Seafoam Powder Coat Finish
- Blackened Deluxe Hardware
- 1.125" 8 Wrap Custom Black Reflective 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

Model 6 Liner Frame

• CNC Cut Iron Liner Frame
  
• Designed by Marv Lerning, inspired by the classic Waters Model 6
• Black Zinc Finish
• Geometry for 1.25" Coils
• Standard Pinch Vise
• Weighs 2.9 oz

Made in the USA

Model 6 Shader Frame

• CNC Cut Iron Shader Frame
  
• Designed by Marv Lerning, inspired by the classic Waters Model 6
• Black Zinc Finish
• Geometry for 1.25" Coils
• Standard Pinch Vise
• Weighs 3.10 oz

Made in the USA

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 White Disco Gold 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