Our tattoo machines are built by tattooers, for tattooers.
The builders represented by Workhorse are all quite adept at tattooing in their respective styles and know how to construct a rock solid dependable tool that makes your job easier. In short, we aren’t a bunch of investors looking to make a buck off of tattooing. We are tattooers with the best interest of the tattoo community in mind.
"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:
Black Oxide Brass Frame with Black Hardware(*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.
*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:
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 guaranteed 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.
Highlights:
High-grade Aluminum body precision milled with a durable Black Anodize Finish
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"
Clipcord connection
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
Specifications:
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
A few words from Joshua about this machine: Super smooth and consistent machine. Powerful through the whole stroke but designed to back off slightly in the middle and back end of the stroke to prevent overworking the skin. Super versatile, great for color saturation, blending, and even black and gray. Plenty of stroke to hang out for nice traditional whips or back it up and increase the voltage for smooth saturation. Has a penetrating stroke down to 4 volts which is great for stippling. Joshua Bowers Big Can Care Instructions
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:
High-grade Aluminum body precision milled
Available with Clip Cord or RCA connection option
Custom Green Anodized Parts with Rainbow Glitter Powder Coated Frame, plus 24k Gold Plated Binders and Wingnut
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 in the USA
Workhorse Irons
Adam Ciferri x Mike Giant BLACK Diamond Direct Drive Rotary
Regular price$425.00 USD
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$425.00 USD
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$425.00 USD
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The Diamond Direct Drive Rotary
A collaborative project by Adam Ciferri and Mike Giant
Highlights:
Aluminum Body
Black Powder Coat Finish
Specifications:
Running a versatile 4mm stroke
Smooth black n grey or color blends at 4-5 volts
Solid black and color packing at around 6 volts
Outlines happen at around 7 volts
Weighs 4 oz
Made in the USA
Workhorse Irons
Joshua Bowers Micro-Liner
Regular price$425.00 USD
Joshua Bowers Micro-Liner Rotary Tattoo Machine
Now with a Swing Gate Vise that works great with all tubes!
Highlights:
3 Piece Bolt-Up Body
Blackened Steel Vise and Spring Shelf
Anodized Black Aluminum Body
Deluxe Brass Hardware
Now with Bowers Brass Weighted Wingnut for better balance
Specifications:
Runs best between 6-7 Volts
Pushes any grouping with ease
Weighs 3.65 oz
Made in the USA
A few words from Joshua about this machine: This machine is designed, built and tuned to run like a coil machine. The tuning is in the frame geometry and setup so there's no knobs or settings to fall out of adjustment. Ready to tattoo out of the box. Light, but not too light. Very punchy and snappy on the tip of the stroke and backs off slightly in the middle of the stroke. Great for sculpting fine finesse lines ran off the needle tips and also great for burying a large grouping liner and pulling a solid single pass line quickly. Joshua Bowers Micro Liner Care Instructions
Now with Bowers Brass Weighted Wingnut for better balance
Specifications:
Runs best around 7-7.6 Volts
Pushes any grouping with ease
Weighs 4.75 oz
Made in the USA
A few words from Joshua about this machine: Super smooth and consistent machine. Powerful through the whole stroke but designed to back off slightly in the middle and back end of the stroke to prevent overworking the skin. Super versatile, great for color saturation, blending, and even black and gray. Plenty of stroke to hang out for nice traditional whips or back it up and increase the voltage for smooth saturation. Has a penetrating stroke down to 4 volts which is great for stippling. Joshua Bowers Big Can Care Instructions
