Pistol Pete's Tattoo Saloon
717 W Division St, Arlington, Texas, 76012
“Making Your Story Fashionable”
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Why Choose Pistol Pete's Tattoo Saloon?
Pistol Pete's Tattoo Saloon in Arlington draws clients from across the country for its mastery of realism, cover-ups, Japanese work, and minimalist designs. The studio welcomes walk-ins and offers custom consultations, with Pete's 25+ years of experience evident in careful attention to detail and a welcoming approach that works equally well for first-timers and experienced collectors.
About Pistol Pete's Tattoo Saloon
If you have been thinking about a tattoo anywhere in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Pistol Pete's Tattoo Saloon is a name that comes up again and again, and for good reason. People don't just walk in off the street here. They drive from Missouri, from West Fort Worth, from all over Texas, because word gets around that the work is worth the trip. The word around Arlington is that Pete has more than 25 years behind him, and it shows in everything from large realism portraits to fine line pieces. Ask anyone who has been inked here and you'll hear about the range.
Pete is known around town as the Emperor of Coverups, and folks trust him with the tricky jobs other artists shy away from. Beyond that, he handles realism, black and grey, color, portraits, traditional American work, Japanese, lettering, minimalist and illustrative designs. One man tells the story of a full-color piece his wife got years ago that had everyone who saw it floored, and he wouldn't consider anyone else when it came time for his own first tattoo. Another traveler came to Arlington for a family funeral and left with a traditional mermaid Pete took far past the simple outline she'd sketched. Custom work is really where he shines.
As one first-timer put it, just let him do his thing, he is a true artist. The shop also does professional body piercing and cosmetic work like powder and ombre brows, and regulars praise how gentle and quick Pete is with piercings, guiding you on placement and keeping you calm if the nerves kick in. First-timers, mothers and daughters getting matching pieces, nervous folks all mention how comfortable and welcoming he makes the whole thing. The studio is spotless, and their own site notes they follow sterile, licensed practices. We'll be straight with you: a handful of people have grumbled about a phone exchange or an old piercing that didn't sit right, so opinion isn't unanimous.
The overwhelming majority leave thrilled and planning their next piece. Walk-ins are welcome, and consultations are easy to set up. If you want a serious Arlington tattoo artist who takes his time and makes your story fashionable, Pistol Pete's is a solid bet.
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What Customers Say on Google
“I traveled all the way from Missouri to Pistol Pete's Tattoo Saloon in Arlington, TX, and it was 100% worth it. Super clean, professional, and knowledgeable.”
“He took his time, made sure I was happy with what I got. It was really important that I had quality work because it was a large portrait of my dog and Pete's quality exceeded my expectations.”
“Me and my mom went and got our first tattoos together and Pete was so helpful and made us feel so comfortable. He's quick but really professional and clean.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Pistol Pete's Tattoo Saloon
Pistol Pete's Tattoo Saloon works across Traditional, Realism, Black & Grey, Fine Line, Japanese, Portrait, Lettering & Script, Cover-Up, Illustrative, Color, and Minimalist. The shop is especially known for cover-up work and Japanese pieces, with Pete's large-scale realism portraits and fine line tattoos frequently mentioned. Clients travel from across Texas and neighboring states for the range of work available in a single Arlington location.
Yes, walk-ins are welcome at Pistol Pete's Tattoo Saloon, and consultations and custom design work are also offered for those who want to plan ahead. Some clients have even called ahead and had Pete open up outside normal hours to accommodate a tattoo or piercing. Both walk-in and appointment-based visits are part of the normal flow at this Arlington shop.
Piercing is a core service at Pistol Pete's Tattoo Saloon alongside custom tattoo work, with clients getting everything from helix and tragus to more involved placements. Local word of mouth on piercing experiences is mixed compared to the tattoo work, so ask about placement, jewelry, and aftercare details upfront, and confirm sterile practices and licensing that the studio documents on its own site.
Pistol Pete's Tattoo Saloon has built a reputation around Arlington for being clean, professional, and welcoming, with the studio documenting its licensing and sterile practices on its own site. Clients repeatedly describe feeling comfortable and safe during tattoo sessions. As with any shop, it is worth confirming current sterilization practices and checking that the artist meets the Texas DSHS and the studio's own policy before booking, especially for piercings.
Clients have driven in from Missouri, Galveston County, and West Fort Worth specifically to get tattooed by Pete, citing his reputation for detailed realism portraits, coverups, and custom designs done with patience and care. Many describe the shop as the favorite spot in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, built on word of mouth and consistent quality across styles rather than proximity.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 817-561-2772
- [email protected]
- Address
- 717 W Division St, Arlington, Texas, 76012
How Pistol Pete's Tattoo Saloon Compares
in Arlington
More reviews than 88% of tattoo shops in Arlington
Walk-ins Welcome — 1 of 14 in Arlington
Opening Hours
- Monday
- 9AM-11PM
- Tuesday
- 9AM-11PM
- Wednesday
- 9AM-11PM
- Thursday
- 9AM-11PM
- Friday
- 9AM-12AM
- Saturday
- 9AM-12AM
- Sunday
- 9AM-9PM
Business Details
- Service Options
- Onsite services
- Payment Methods
- Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments
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