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 - Standard Workhorse Red Oxide Finish - Standard Workhorse Blackened Hardware - 1.125" 8 Wrap Coils with Black Heat Shrink - 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
Aaron Cain Octet Liner and Shader! Classic Aaron Cain styling mixed with his precision building and tuning resulting in a basic Workhorse version of his famed customs and carved machines.
- CNC Cut Iron Mini Frames - Durable Workhorse Red Oxide Finish - Standard Workhorse Blackened Steel Hardware - 1" 8 Wrap Black Heat Shrink Coils - Quick with a Medium Stroke and Solid Medium Hit - Running 150-155 Hz @ 6.5 V unloaded - Pushing 3's to 9's with ease - Weighs 6.45 Ounces - MADE IN THE USA
Workhorse Irons
Aaron Cain Octet Shader
Regular price$355.00 USD
Aaron Cain Octet Liner and Shader! Classic Aaron Cain styling mixed with his precision building and tuning resulting in a basic Workhorse version of his famed customs and carved machines.
- New CNC Cut Iron Frame - Durable Workhorse Red Oxide Finish - Standard Workhorse Blackened Steel Hardware - 1.25" 8 Wrap Black Heat Shrink Coils - Long Stroke with a Hard Medium Hit - Running 100-110 Hz @ 6.5 V unloaded - Pushing 5's to 11's no problem - Weighs 6.45 Ounces - MADE IN THE USA
Workhorse Irons
Aaron Cain Roundback Liner Ver 2.0
Regular price$355.00 USD
Aaron Cain Roundback Liner Ver 2.0, based on the OG Sand Cast Iron Roundbacks Aaron did years ago, now CNC cut with a few improvements!
- CNC Cut Iron Mini Frames - Durable Workhorse Red Oxide Finish - Standard Workhorse Blackened Steel Hardware - 1" 8 Wrap Black Heat Shrink Coils - Quick with a Medium Stroke and a Solid Medium Hit - Running 150-155 Hz @ 6.5 V unloaded - Pushing 3's to 9's with ease - Weighs 6.45 Ounces - MADE IN THE USA
Workhorse Irons
Aaron Cain Roundback Shader Ver 2.0
Regular price$355.00 USD
Aaron Cain Roundback Shader Ver 2.0, based on the OG Sand Cast Iron Roundbacks Aaron did years ago, now CNC cut with a few improvements!
- New CNC Cut Iron Frame - Durable Workhorse Red Oxide Finish - Standard Workhorse Blackened Steel Hardware - 1.25" 8 Wrap Black Heat Shrink Coils - Long Stroke with a Medium Hit - Running 100-105 Hz @ 6.5 V unloaded - Pushing 5's to 11's no problem - Weighs 6.45 Ounces - MADE IN THE USA
Workhorse Irons
Adam Ciferri Cast Iron Bulldog Shader
Regular price$360.00 USD
Adam Ciferri Cast Iron 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 - Sand Cast Ductile Iron Frame - Deluxe Blackened Textured Finish - Blackened Workhorse Hardware - 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