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Derby Bel
07-08-2011, 07:43 PM
Hi Folks,

I'm looking to get a machine with a shorter stroke, that is somewhere around 2.5mm. I know there's a short stroke dragonfly and the mid-stroke neo tatts, but are there any others? Also which machine around this stroke length does everyone prefer. I'm wanting a soft shader which also works well for Black'n'grey. Any help would be appreciated.:cool:

merky
07-09-2011, 03:39 AM
neo tatt

peter clements
07-09-2011, 04:26 AM
[QUOTE=Derby Bel;11729]Hi Folks,

I'm looking to get a machine with a shorter stroke, that is somewhere around 2.5mm. I know there's a short stroke dragonfly

The short stroke Dragonfly is exactly that-2.5mm, I have one and it's superb at B&G. However I appreciate that the Dargonfly is now a very exspensive machine. There are some fine builders on this forum that could make you what you want,just message i.e Dan Kubin,and I'm sure you'll end up with a great machine customised just for you.

arte
07-09-2011, 06:48 AM
check the new bizarre v2 from Stigma , you can switch on stroke lengths

http://stigma-rotary-tattoo.com/cms/

Dreviltattoo
07-09-2011, 10:45 AM
check the new bizarre v2 from Stigma , you can switch on stroke lengths

http://stigma-rotary-tattoo.com/cms/

I wish I saw this yesterday before I ordered a neuma hybrid that I've gotta wait 6-8 weeks for :/

slicksteel
07-09-2011, 01:16 PM
sick!

tattooedpirate2
07-09-2011, 02:06 PM
Treasure Chest 2.5mm, 3.2mm and 4.2mm all in one machine with no extra parts to by or swap out.

Zapp
07-09-2011, 06:54 PM
check the new bizarre v2 from Stigma , you can switch on stroke lengths

http://stigma-rotary-tattoo.com/cms/

Hi
When is my local dealer(Tattoo Safe)ready to place a order ????
Regards
Zapp

gangstajay
07-09-2011, 07:45 PM
Treasure Chest 2.5mm, 3.2mm and 4.2mm all in one machine with no extra parts to by or swap out.
which one is the treasure chest machine??

Administrator
07-09-2011, 08:13 PM
which one is the treasure chest machine??

Info Here (http://www.rotarytattoo.com/showthread.php/1031-Treasure-Chest-Machine)

gangstajay
07-09-2011, 08:28 PM
I remember when he posted that thread...

Derby Bel
07-10-2011, 05:55 AM
check the new bizarre v2 from Stigma , you can switch on stroke lengths

http://stigma-rotary-tattoo.com/cms/

The website says the stroke length is between 3 - 5mm, so it's a little longer than I'm after. No doubt a fantastic machine though.

Derby Bel
07-10-2011, 05:59 AM
Treasure Chest 2.5mm, 3.2mm and 4.2mm all in one machine with no extra parts to by or swap out.

What is the expected cost on these? Also how much lead time do you need?

Alie K
07-10-2011, 01:01 PM
Even if the stroke on a machine is a little longer, you can just raise your voltage a little and not hang your needles out as much to get that shorter stroke. There are lots of artists out there who do that.

I love my mid stroke and short stroke neotat for black and grey, though I also enjoy using my rotaryworks and the occasional swash. Some of those machines have a huge stroke, some not so much. I just adjust the needle throw by moving my tube.

peter clements
07-10-2011, 01:26 PM
Even if the stroke on a machine is a little longer, you can just raise your voltage a little and not hang your needles out as much to get that shorter stroke. There are lots of artists out there who do that.

I love my mid stroke and short stroke neotat for black and grey, though I also enjoy using my rotaryworks and the occasional swash. Some of those machines have a huge stroke, some not so much. I just adjust the needle throw by moving my tube.

Funny you should mention this. Today I did some B&G using my special technique slingshot, it has a very long stroke,yet I was getting some great results,really smooth no stippling,and you ought to see it pack color.

Derby Bel
07-11-2011, 11:38 PM
The website says the stroke length is between 3 - 5mm, so it's a little longer than I'm after. No doubt a fantastic machine though.

My bad, I was looking at the Hyper v2. I'll check out the Bizarre info some more seeing as it goes down to 2.6mm.