Needlejig Knowledge Base

You're laying down what should be a perfect line when suddenly the ink stops flowing. Or maybe it's pooling around the tip. Or splattering everywhere except where you need it....

Ever notice how some machines feel like they're working with you while others feel like they're fighting against you? That's give. It's the difference between a machine that responds to...

You know that feeling when you grab a different machine, start laying down a line, and immediately think "what the hell is this?" Yeah, that's stroke length messing with you....

You've got your go-to needle. The one you reach for without thinking. Your reliable 1209RL for lines, maybe a 1211M1 for shading. Been using them for years. But here's a...

Glide, butter, or ointment? Learn the key differences between these tattoo essentials to improve needle performance, protect the skin, and enhance client comfort during every session.

Understand the differences between #12, #10, and #08 tattoo needles. Learn how each size affects ink flow, skin trauma, and detail so you can choose the best option for your style.

Learn how Needlejig’s Round Magnum Theory transformed tattooing by solving common issues with flat needle groupings. Get smoother saturation, less trauma, and better healing with curved magnums.