Tattoos... advice from those so adorned

[CBH Australia]

Chicks dig warts too. In the right place anyway. I think I read that somewhere once ... at a bus station ... in the restroom.

Insert Slaps head emoji

 

[JohnCZ]

Agreed. The things I am considering I would be doing for myself and not viewable by others, unless I chose to show them. This is very much something I would be doing for me, and there are a number of possible things to depict that have been constants in my life, and always will be. The trick, listening to people here, would seem to be finding the right artist from the get-go.

Yep fully agreed, there are some truely talented artist out there and there is more than a few wannabes. Take your time, find the right tattooist and when it all comes together and you are in their shop you will know if it is right for you or not. There just isn't a wrong answer, just your answer.

 

[JohnCZ]

An observation I picked up so far from all the comments is that in time the skin starts sagging and this could be useful if you are planning for it ahead of time.

1. Chose the location and orientation of the tattoo to align with the gravitational force.
2. Chose a tattoo that will adge well.

The cape buffalo was a neat idea if you think about it. Select a young bull with good horns and boss. Once the skin starts sagging, the horns will drop, the face and boss will wrinkle and it will start looking like a trophy old warrior. It will even save money in the future as touch-ups won't be required. The savings can be redirected towards a hunt for a real cape buffalo.

With skin sag I will eventually look like I am wearing a camouflage shirt LOL

 

[VertigoBE]

This thread hasn’t gone as planned.
The OP posted for feedback from those in support so to speak.

Mmm, I wanna call a friend. There is one member I can think of of that is well qualified to respond.

I have been told they can be addictive.

I think after 7pages of comments a little thread creep should be acceptable.

I’m personally not a real fan of tattoos, although I have appreciated some of the art in certain cases. Also for people who really want to mark something absolutely mayor in their life I can understand where they are coming from.

As an example: I always thought that the only jewellery for a man should be a wedding ring, perhaps an engagement or college or family crest ring, watch, cufflinks and that’s about it. All those wrist bands, bracelets, necklaces (let alone piercings) and what not, not a real fan, yet since I hunted an elephant I’m wearing daily an elephant hair bracelet. It goes on my wrist before the watch.

But, my wife has two tattoos.

 

[Tundra Tiger]

Hey there Ive not read this whole thread and I don’t have any. But I did hear one word of wisdom when I was a kid about them.
Find a pic of the one that you would like to get and hang it on the wall next to where you will look at it most! If you still like it in a months time then go for it.
Ive got to many cool scars to have any tats.....chicks dig scars
Or so Ive been told

One of my all time favorite movie lines, from The Replacements: "I wish I could say something classy and inspirational, but that just wouldn't be our style. Pain heals, chicks dig scars, glory lasts forever.

 

[Tundra Tiger]

I think after 7pages of comments a little thread creep should be acceptable.

I’m personally not a real fan of tattoos, although I have appreciated some of the art in certain cases. Also for people who really want to mark something absolutely mayor in their life I can understand where they are coming from.

As an example: I always thought that the only jewellery for a man should be a wedding ring, perhaps an engagement or college or family crest ring, watch, cufflinks and that’s about it. All those wrist bands, bracelets, necklaces (let alone piercings) and what not, not a real fan, yet since I hunted an elephant I’m wearing daily an elephant hair bracelet. It goes on my wrist before the watch.

But, my wife has two tattoos.

Ditto on jewelry. I wore a wedding ring... but I didn't like it, just because I don't like things on me. I don't wear a watch for that reason. And yet... I found a broken piece of tusk when I was over there in 2021. I did a bit of dremel work, put it on a leather cord, and now? It never comes off my neck. I fiddle with it through the day, reminding myself that I have, in fact, lived out a life-long dream and made it to Africa. Never take for granted the blessings that come into our lives, and treasure the memories that they did.

 

[VertigoBE]

Ditto on jewelry. I wore a wedding ring... but I didn't like it, just because I don't like things on me. I don't wear a watch for that reason. And yet... I found a broken piece of tusk when I was over there in 2021. I did a bit of dremel work, put it on a leather cord, and now? It never comes off my neck. I fiddle with it through the day, reminding myself that I have, in fact, lived out a life-long dream and made it to Africa. Never take for granted the blessings that come into our lives, and treasure the memories that they did.

Now that you mention it, I must agree that my bracelet is not only to mark that specific moment. But just as much to remind me daily that "Yes I went on safari to Africa. Yes I shot big bore rifles. Yes I hunted an elephant". It helps in between two corporate powerpoint slide decks...

 

[Tundra Tiger]

I may not have killed the pumba whose tusk I wear, but I discovered I love hunting warthogs, have three of my own, and I have found it to be a nice little token to remind me daily that I have been there, and to keep me focused on the fact I have every intention of going back again. Corporate PowerPoint slide decks? I do classroom visits and kids ask "What's that claw you're wearing." And I fiddle with mine during way-too-long staff meetings.

I would add: tattoos will be personal and hidden. The tusk? I usually have it out. Because people ask, and it gives me a chance to talk about Africa. Not to bring attention to me, but to share about a wonderful place, and in some cases encourage others who have the same dream.

 

[CBH Australia]

I may not have killed the pumba whose tusk I wear, but I discovered I love hunting warthogs, have three of my own, and I have found it to be a nice little token to remind me daily that I have been there, and to keep me focused on the fact I have every intention of going back again. Corporate PowerPoint slide decks? I do classroom visits and kids ask "What's that claw you're wearing." And I fiddle with mine during way-too-long staff meetings.

I would add: tattoos will be personal and hidden. The tusk? I usually have it out. Because people ask, and it gives me a chance to talk about Africa. Not to bring attention to me, but to share about a wonderful place, and in some cases encourage others who have the same dream.

Warthogs are cool.

 

[Tundra Tiger]

Warthogs are cool.

Totally agree.

 

[Rubberhead]

You're too damned old to get a tattoo. That's my advice...

 

[Ravensview]

Sounds like maybe a warthog in ink maybe in your future!

 

[Tundra Tiger]

Sounds like maybe a warthog in ink maybe in your future!

In fact, that is one thing under consideration.

 

[Tundra Tiger]

You're too damned old to get a tattoo. That's my advice...

58 going on 23... I'm good to go.

 

[Aaron N]

FWIW, and I guess actually unrelated to decisions I will make about tattoos I will put on my own body, I think women with tattoos are HOT! A few have commented that they don't care for tattoos on women, so I thought I'd toss out my two cents on that tattoo related topic.

I couldn’t disagree more!

 

[Tundra Tiger]

I couldn’t disagree more!

... and I acknowledge your right to do so good sir. I am sure we'd find common ground elsewhere.

 

[Aaron N]

... and I acknowledge your right to do so good sir. I am sure we'd find common ground elsewhere.

For sure. It’s amazing how men’s tastes in women can vary so much! There’s something for everyone

 

[BigKev15]

As a "so called highly adorned" individual I can undoubtedly say that from my circle of friends the difference between people that have tattoos vs. Those that don't" is that those that have them don't give a rats azz whether you have a tatto or not !!!! I've always gotten the most grief from those that are void of any body augmentations in any way shape or form. Totally tired of narrow minded individuals that fail or refuse to accept a person's individualism !!!!!!

 

[Wishfulthinker580]

As a "so called highly adorned" individual I can undoubtedly say that from my circle of friends the difference between people that have tattoos vs. Those that don't" is that those that have them don't give a rats azz whether you have a tatto or not !!!! I've always gotten the most grief from those that are void of any body augmentations in any way shape or form. Totally tired of narrow minded individuals that fail or refuse to accept a person's individualism !!!!!!

Spoken like just about every person that’s ever been into tattoos. So much for individualism

 

[Milo]

58 going on 23... I'm good to go.

The good thing about waiting this long is the tattoo will age better than you do.