"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 White Gloss Powder Coated 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:
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.
Highlights:
CNC Cut Ductile Iron Frame
Drilled Out and Lightened Upright
Custom Sparkle Raspberry Powder Coat Finish
Swing Gate Vise with and Internal Spring for ease of use
Deluxe Blackened Hardware
Deluxe 1" 8 Wrap Custom Purple Coils
Specifications:
Medium Quick Speed 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
Special Edition Raspberry Pink with GOOD OMEN COBRA artwork by Julia Campione of Good Omen Tattoo!
Built and designed by Cory Rogers and Mike Pike, these collaborative linear rotary machines are smooth running, consistent, and built with only the finest components to ensure years of problem free use.
Highlights:
Raw precision milled high-grade Aerospace Aluminum body
Custom Pink Hard Anodized Components
Custom Good Omen Cobra Etching by Julia Campione
Blackened Deluxe Hardware
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 tube vice that will bite and hold all disposable and stainless tubes
Forward facing wingnut that won't ride your hand or get in your way
Specifications:
4 mm stroke that works great for color packing, shading and also large groupings lining
Pushes 5 to 49 mag and 9 to 18 Rounds no problem
Runs best anywhere between 5 and 10 volts
Most are lining between 8-10 Volts for larger groupings, 5-9 volts for color packing and B&G work
Great with Needle on Bar or Cartridges
Lightweight weighing in at a mere 4.5 oz
Made with love in the USA
Thanks and enjoy, Mike & Cory
Workhorse Irons
Limited Destroy Troy Franklin Liner - Green x Khaki x Lilac
Regular price$525.00 USD
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 Milled Iron Frame
Over-sized Hammer Head Vise designed to keep more weight over your hand to help balance the pull of your clip cord and reduce hand fatigue
Highly Versatile Vise that can be used with a Left or Right Handed setup!
Custom Hand Wound Coils with Black Prism Coil Tape
Custom Illusion Khaki, Sea-foam Green, and Lilac Powder Coat
Deluxe Hardware
Specialty Stainless Steel Springs that will not corrode
Specifications:
Medium Speed with a Solid Hit
Running around 135-140 Hz Unloaded at 6.5V
Great for use with 5s to 11s
7.5 oz Forward Weighted Machine
Made in the USA
Workhorse Irons
SOBA B&G Race Horse Shader - Blue Scale
Regular price$400.00 USD
SOBA B&G Race Horse Shader
New Limited Run of 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.
Highlights:
BLUE Anodized and Laser Etched Featherweight Aluminum Frame
Swing Gate Vise guaranteed to lock tight
Deluxe Black Hardware
8 Wrap 1" Custom Fish Scale Coils
Specifications:
Super Smooth for B&G, Soft and Quick for Building Layers
115-120 Hz at 6.5 V unloaded
Weighs 5.4 oz
Made in the USA
Workhorse Irons
Dan Kubin Sidewinder 46er - Distressed Olive Brass
Regular price$900.00 USD
Dan Kubin's V46er Sidewinder
The 46er is a culmination of my versions 4-6 Sidewinders, remastered and enhanced to perfection. This machine features a very large stroke adjustment range that can suite single needle work, all the way up to the largest liners and mag shaders.
This machine is very strong off the tip with a great follow-through. Its number one purpose is as a strong, precise, off the tip liner; though it has proven to be much more capable.
Highlights:
Black Brass Frame with Custom Distressed Finish(*Finish may vary) 🖤
Wider springs for more durability.
Large, easy to turn, hardened steel stroke wheel. Pre-set stroke range and middle timing mark to prevent the machine from getting too far out of tune when experimenting.
Hardened alloy steel impact pin. Positioned towards the rear of the frame to help with noise
Large cam with precise timing mark. Allows for easier, and more precise impact alignment checks
Smooth, easy clamping tube vice.
Forward weight distribution for better ergonomics.
Reliable Mabuchi motor. -because they run forever without losing consistency.
Specifications:
Recommended voltage range: 4 - 6.5 volts
Approximate stroke range: 2 - 4mm (keep in mind the stoke goes up more due to the springs. The stroke of a Sidewinder cannot be compared to other rotaries as the hit is completely different)
Polarity: Positive up - spins motor clockwise - slaps harder, ideal for large grouping liners. Positive down - spins motor counterclockwise -slightly passive hit, ideal for shading and fine line
Weighs 6 oz
Made in the USA!
DK Machines sold by Workhorse are engineered and designed by Dan. Parts are milled in his authorized and trusted machine shop, then assembled by DK certified trained technicians at the Workhorse facility in Michigan. All Sidewinders go through rigorous QC checks and are all ran through our testing machine to lightly break in. One year warranty on all models. All current Sidewinders are serviced by Workhorse, some older models are serviced by Dan or one of his certified technicians found on his website.