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    Hot Rod Tattoos

    4.6 (9 reviews)
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    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Part one of the battle of midway
    Adam R.

    I'm the type of person who puts a lot of thought into their tattoos. I'm not the type who goes and gets a tattoo on a whim. That being said, I had a customer come into my gym sporting new ink. I asked them where they got it done at and was told about Mike at Hot Rod. After doing a little bit of research I messaged him on Hot Rods Facebook page. Almost immediately Ingot a response. I told him exactly what I was looking at getting and he welcomed me to come to his shop to talk about my idea in further detail. Upon arriving to Hot Rod I got a quick feel of the place; very clean, friendly and all around great looking. As a Navy veteran I had a specific idea in mind. I wanted the battle of midway portrayed on my arm from shoulder to wrist. Mike himself is also a Navy veteran and knew exactly want I wanted. I gave him a timeframe and he got back to me about a month later with a rough drawing and it was better than I had imagined. I had my first session about a month ago and go back in to continue on the piece on the 31st of October. I highly recommend Hot Rod for all your tattoo needs. He gets right down to the nitty gritty with very minimal breaks. His pricing is fair for what you are getting. As stated on another review for a different shop, if a studio needs to over advertise to gain a customer base then they aren't worth their weight in gold. Hot rod doesn't need to do this. Mike's work speaks for itself. There are two other artists in the shop; Mike's wife, Sarah, and Ben. Hope this review helps.

    My latest tattoo that Sarah worked so hard on!

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    3 years ago

    Mike was very hospitable and had a clean sanitized shop ready for the tattoo appointment. Will be going back.

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    4 years ago

    Sarah gave me my first tattoo, she was very easy to talk to and explained everything l. i will definitely be coming back.

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    8 years ago

    Mike was fantastic! He accommodated me quickly, drew up a great piece and was patient with me. He was also unexpectedly gentle!

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    Heart and Hammer Tattoo Company - This was before she wrapped it

    Heart and Hammer Tattoo Company

    4.6(10 reviews)
    26.0 mi

    Got an amazing tattoo from Gabby. Very well organized went over everything at least twice to make…read moresure I was happy with the design and placement. Will definitely be going back for more work. Gabby was very knowledgeable and was fun chatting and watching her work. Very reasonably priced for quality work.

    These guys are amazing and I've only been in for a consult !! I'll update this review in approx two…read moreweeks when I receive my new piece from Chris. But this place has impressed me beyond words, super friendly and humble staff who make you feel welcome and right at home ! Chris took his time with me, we spent upwards of an hour brainstorming how to cover up a pre existing tattoo from a shop that doesn't exist anymore. After multiple apologies from me about taking up so much of his time, he stopped me and told me "don't apologize, this is exactly what I'm here for !" I LOVE that attitude and can not wait to go back in two weeks to receive some nice artwork !! I highly recommend giving these guys a look !! Update: Received my tattoo tonight, by Chris Kelly. One more session to go !And let me tell you guys something, dead serious, you will not find a better tattoo shop in North Carolina. These guys are absolute professionals, and super friendly, they make you feel like an old friend the moment you walk in. The attention to quality and detail is through the roof, I've been tattooed quite a few times now, and have never encountered as good of an experience as I encountered tonight. I HIGHLY recommend, and if it were possible to rate higher, I absolutely would in a second. The shop is super clean and tidy even to the smallest detail, even the mop bucket had a place !!! Once again, I urge you to go to Heart And Hammer for anything ink related.

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    Apex Tattoo Factory - memorial motorcycle parked outside the gates, full leg sleeve. black and grey

    Apex Tattoo Factory

    4.2(46 reviews)
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    I was a nervous wreak before I got my nose piercing. I'm sure they thought I was insane pacing back…read moreand forth. It's not as if it was my first but it has been so long since I've been "under the needle" I was sweating (though I knew I was overthinking and freaking myself out) Everyone was so sweet and patient. Amber did everything but hold my hand, she walked me though the process so I knew what to expect. I had 1,000 questions and she answered every one with a smile. I definitely would recommend her for first timers

    Oct 2023 I had a slight mishap and needed to change the…read morepiercing. Amber told me at time of piercing in Feb 2019 to just call and she can swap it out anytime as she does this service for other clients. I always tip as a courtesy. A guy answered the phone and said Amber is there and there is a charge. I had a problem so I did not feel comfortable changing myself at the moment. Although the fee was nominal, I am deducting one star based on original information from the piercer. Amber has good customer service. The change back to the flat back 14kt yellow gold earring caused significant pain level such as initial piercing from the 14kt yellow gold hoop which was purchased somewhere else as not sold at this establishment. Omg and yikes! Problem if the hoop is completely 14kt gold as a problem in the manufacturing since 14kt gold does not tarnish. I found another establishment that solely does piercing and carries a vast selection in products including 14kt and titanium and after a month got a different 14kt gold hoop and 2 other piercings, zero pain surprisingly for all services. Hope this review is helpful based on my experiences, thanks.

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