Joshua Bowers Micro-Liner Rotary Tattoo Machine

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 lines quickly.

Specs:

• 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
• Weighing in at a mere 3.65 oz!
• Runs best between 6-7 Volts
• Pushes any grouping with ease

Joshua Bowers Micro Liner Care Instructions

Joshua Bowers Rubber Band Placement Diagram

Workhorse Brass Tool now available!

Like most, we are trying to find our place in all this...we are partially open and shipping daily, mostly medical supplies to those that need them most. While open still we wanted to make some useful items such as these "brass tools" and have also released some limited machine kits, plus some new hardware to give people something to do while they wait for their shops to re-open.

These tools were a fair amount of work, but a fun project and very useful daily carry addition. They work great as a bottle opener, door opener, button pusher, defense mechanism, or really any other creative purpose. Brass is naturally antimicrobial, making it a great material for insulating oneself from high touch surfaces that may contain harmful microbes and disease.

Specs:

• Cut from 1/4" 260 Brass
• Hand Chamfered, Sanded, Tumbled, Stamped, and Lightly Polished
• 1.5" x 4.3" Overall Dimension
• 0.915" Finger Hole
• Made in the USA

**The use of a Copper Alloy surface is a supplement to and not a substitute for standard infection control practices; users must continue to follow all current infection control practices, including those practices related to cleaning and disinfection of environmental surfaces. The Copper Alloy surface material has been shown to reduce microbial contamination, but it does not necessarily prevent cross-contamination.

Joshua Bowers Big Can Rotary Tattoo Machine

 
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.

• 3 Piece Bolt-Up Body
• Black Zinc Finish
• Deluxe Brass Hardware
• Now with Bowers Brass Weighted Wingnut for better balance
• Weighing 4.75oz
• Runs best around 7-7.6 Volts
• Pushes any grouping with ease

MADE IN THE USA


Joshua Bowers Big Can Care Instructions

Joshua Bowers Rubber Band Placement Diagram

**GLOVE ORDER RESTRICTION** - MAX 5 BOXES PER ORDER - we are very sorry for the inconvenience, there is a glove shortage and we need to restrict ordering so all of our customers are able to at least get a few boxes to tattoo.

Blackwork Chloroprene Gloves

Made from non-latex polychloroprene synthetic polymer, these new Blackwork medical grade exam gloves offer all of the benefits of natural rubber latex with none of the allergen problems associated with latex. Blackwork gloves were specially formulated / designed to reduce hand fatigue during long tattoo sessions. Using their patented formula, they've created a glove with almost zero resistance while maintaining comfort, elasticity, and strength. Textured finish for wet and dry gripping ability. The first and only black chloroprene medical grade exam glove.

• 100ct. per box.
• Patented Black Chloroprene Formula.
• Zero Resistance, reduced hand fatigue.
• Textured surface for greater grip and tactile sensitivity.
• Smaller box size reduces shipping cost.
• Extreme elasticity
• Easily slide on WET or DRY hands!!

Their new patented Black Chloroprene formula is the most scientifically advanced glove in the Tattoo Industry. Unrivaled protection, Zero resistance, Incredible comfort, and a textured surface with unbelievable tactile sensitivity. 

Custom Printed Workhorse Face Mask (2 Pack)

• Made of Quilted Thick 3-Ply Fabric
• Elastic Straps - One Size Fits Most
• Two Masks included in each order
• Three Custom Sublimated Design Options
• Washable and Reusable
• Handmade In England not China :)

CDC Information on How to wear a Face Covering - Click Here

Please note: These custom face masks are NOT medical grade masks (which are recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) as an infection preventative measure, i.e. grade FFP2/N95). So please DO NOT purchase custom face masks with the false understanding they will prevent infection from Coronavirus. They are more about protecting others to reduce spread. Due to the personal hygiene nature of the product, your custom face masks are non-returnable.

***COVID-19 UPDATE: We are shipping daily and have now expanded our requirements to include Medical Professionals. We still do not sell to at home tattooers but gladly sell to any medical professionals that need supplies. You are top priority, thank you for all you do!


Eco-responsible clip cord sleeves (100) and machine bags (100) sample pack that are biodegradable / compostable on land AND sea (...or any body of water).

This is a test product we're looking to bring to the tattoo market pending your feedback. PVA was invented in the 1920s by German Scientists, and has mostly been used in medical, embroidery, garment and personal applications since the 1960s, for products such as medicine capsules and laundry detergent pods. PVA bags are widely used in hospitals for laundry bags - the soluble bags help prevent cross contamination from soiled laundry. The PVA bag traps the microorganisms inside and since the medical worker doesn't have to open the bag it reduces the risk of transmission because it can be placed directly into a hospital washing machine. The tensile strength of the bag will only begin to be compromised if it is drenched or submerged in water.

Features:

• Raw Materials: PVA, Starch, Glycerin and Water
• Clip Cord Sleeve: 5.1cm (2 inches) wide x 61cm (24 inches) long
• Machine Bag: 10.5cm (4 inches) wide x 13cm (5 inches) long
• 25 microns thick 
• Eco responsible printing (EEQ tested)

Benefits:

*Spring Sale $75 off Limited Time Only*

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 Verdigris Patina Brass Frames (*Finish may vary)
  
• 24k Gold Plated Parts and Motor Cap
• 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:

Washers - Pack of 10

NEW Mini Version of Mike Pike's Mean Mugger Liner!

• Black Zinc Finished Iron Frame
• Deluxe Blackened Hardware
• 1" Black Shrink Coils
  
• Swing Gate Vise Guaranteed to Lock Tight on Any Tube
• Running 135-140 Hz @ 6.5 V unloaded
• Medium Speed with a Solid Hit
• Pushing 3's to 11's all day
• Weighs 7 oz
• MADE IN THE USA

New DK Swift Tip System!  

This is a new and convenient way to use standard needles with a metal grip to maintain the rigid feel and counterweight of a steel tube. If setup correctly, this system allows for a proper barrier from cross contamination without use of an autoclave. It is still recommended to wipe the grip with a sterilant between uses as you would your work station. 

Quick and easy setup for standard needle on bar use with much less vibration than standard disposable tubes. Less vibration means less harm to your hands, tendons, and overall body stress for greater longevity and health. 

Utilizing a metal grip and small click in plastic tips, this system creates much less waste...about 95% less plastic than most disposable grips! 

DK Swift Tips - 9 Mag - Box of 24 Tips (Grip Not Included)

*Must be used with DK Swift Tip Grip

These tips have great visibility and come to a nice point.  The biggest benefit is being able to see more needle even when you don't have a lot of needle hanging out.

The shape of the mag tip allows for mor visbility at the end of the tip.  The side wall is beveled back so there is no exess material on the edges. This allows for getting a more precise "cut in" near lines and tight spaces.

Fits 9 mags.

These tips are hydrophobic and have an antimicrobial additive in them. That said, you may need to check with your local health dept for protocol on single use plastic products used in the tattooing process.. (such as ink caps)

*blister packaged tips coming soon

Made in house at DK Rotary in Kansas City MO, USA

Better tools to make better tattoos.

Dan Kubin Needle Bar Tensioner

The most significant update to the V3/24 Sidewinder is the added (and optional) Needle Bar Tensioner. This added Tensioner eliminates the need to use a Rubber Band, improving all around machine performance and results. Tensioner reduces spitting and increases power. 

The V3/24 Tensioner can be used on all versions of Dan Kubin V3Rs, 2019 to 2024. 

Needle Bar Tensioner Specifications:

• Lightweight Aerospace Aluminum Arm with precision made custom bearing
• Creates necessary needle bar tension for stability, eliminating the need to use a Rubber Band
• Moves forward and backwards, in and out of position easily by loosening and tightening the thumbscrew
• When setting up your needle and tube, position Needle Tensioner in desired position depending on the amount of tension you want to add to the needle bar. 
• Adjust position by loosening the thumbscrew, pull arm back and then tighten when you reach desired tension. 

Upgrade Step by Step: 

1. Loosen and remove the thumbscrew
2. Insert thumbscrew into hole in Needle Bar Tensioner
3. Re-insert thumbscrew into frame with Tensioner bearing facing inwards (see picture)
4. Ensure Vise Slide is in correct position so the thumbscrew easily threads into Slide
5. Tighten with Needle Bar Tensioner in desired position

**OG V3R and V3/23 SPECIAL NOTE - Use of this Tensioner instead of Rubber Bands will noticeably increase the strength of your machine. If it is hitting too hard using the Needle Bar Tensioner, simply adjust your voltage and turn the machine down and adjust stroke wheel setting as needed to accomplish desired speed / hit.