*This is a special run of Sidewinders built with the original V3R Armature Bar for an even heavier hit and slightly different feel from the current version V3R.
"Special Legacy Edition Sidewinder with OG V3R Armature Bar and Springs on the newer updated frame with DK Thumbscrew included! These Legacy machines are a little quieter and geared more towards being effortless with a stronger hit off the tip. These Legacy machines are intended for experienced tattooers, their happy place is for 7-14 Liners.
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.
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:
24k Gold Plated Brass Frame (*Finish may vary)
Black DK Thumbscrew and Blackened Brass OG Armature Bar
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) **Special note, Legacy Edition machine timing marks are slightly off due to using the OG armature on the newer frames. Down stroke timing mark should sit just outside the timing mark on the high side. If you go much lower you will know as you will make contact with the top of the frame with the armature.
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. Smaller number setting great for small groupings, large numbers large groupings. Machines are tuned and shipped on the 5 setting, some don't ever adjust this, some do, user preference.
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.
*Completely black oxided. *please note that the brass will peak though over time where it sees heavy wear, adding to its character.
For more info please watch the V3R Setup and Tuning Video:
Limited Destroy Troy Franklin Liner - Nickel x Pink
Regular price$525.00 USD
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!
Blackened Destroy Troy Warp Drive Cray Bar
Custom Hand Wound Coils, 9 Wrap Front and 7 Wrap Rear
Custom Nickel Plated Finish
Deluxe Black Hardware plus pure Copper Contact
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
Workhorse Irons
Limited SOBA V2 Mini Clipper Liner - Emerald Green Sparkle
Regular price$425.00 USD
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 Olive Green Finish - Heavy Weight Brass Vise and Thumbscrew with Emerald Green Sparkle Powder Coated Finish - Deluxe Brass Hardware plus Custom Blackened Steel Drop Down Rear Binder - 1" 8 Wrap Custom Matching 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
Workhorse Irons
Limited Adam Ciferri v3 Ghost Dog Shader - Nickel x Nickel
Regular price$450.00 USD
Limited Adam Ciferri v3 Ghost Dog Shader - Nickel x Nickel
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 Reflective Keg Coil
Polished Nickel Plated Frame
Deluxe Blackened Binders with Nickel Plated A-bar and Thumbscrew
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
Workhorse Irons
Limited Adam Ciferri V3 Ghost Dog Liner -Nickel x Nickel
Regular price$450.00 USD
Limited Adam Ciferri V3 Ghost Dog Liner - Nickel x Nickel
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 Reflective Keg Coil
Polished Nickel Plated Frame
Deluxe Blackened Binders with Nickel Plated A-bar and Thumbscrew
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.
"The V3/23 follows the same concept as the past V3r, but with a focus on what makes a Sidewinder a Sidewinder. Hard hitting, effortless, and zippy. -Intended for experienced artists who don’t want to mess around.
The 23 model is more reminiscent of the original V3r from 2019, but with some enhancements in the tuning longevity.
We stripped it down a little more, and added in the extra performance. The stroke wheel has been simplified with having 3 timing marks instead of numbers. The marks are of different lengths, with the longest mark signifying the longer stroke range, a middle mark that is the default setting, and a short mark to signify the shorter stroke range.
The sound of the machine has been enhanced in comparison to the 2nd and 3rd variation V3r. Plus the machine now sits a little lower, providing more ergonomics."
Thanks for looking - Dan.
Machine Specs:
HD Pink Powder Coated Brass Frame with 24k Gold Plated Hardware and 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 and V7 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)
Marked 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.
V3R and V3/23 Sidewinders are engineered, designed, and tested by Dan, milled in his most trusted machine shop in Kansas City, then built by DK certified trained technicians at the Workhorse facility in Michigan. All other models are built by Dan and his team in Kansas City. V3/23s go through rigorous QC checks and are all ran through our testing machine to lightly break in. One year warranty on all models. V3R and V3/23 are serviced by Workhorse, all others are serviced by Dan or one of his certified technicians found on his website.