Ink & Dagger Tattoo Parlour

My experience was absolutely wonderful. I came back for my appointment after my initial meeting and had to wait a while -which is to be expected- but the guys kept checking on me and apologizing. I wasn't upset at all but it was nice to know they cared so much. The artist that actually tatooed me was in town on a guest spot (Elijah from Pennsylvania) but he was just as nice and friendly as everyone else in the shop. I was more than happy with the final outcome of my tattoo and cannot stop looking at it! Even though I was tatooed by a guest, the other artists were just as professional and incredibly talented as well. I looked at some other shops in the heart of Atlanta, but ended up chosing Ink & Dagger. I am very, very happy I did.

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I finally decided to honor my late mother with a tattoo. I looked up Ink & Dagger on Kudzu, and with their ratings, made an appointment. Kurt did mine, and what a wonderful tattoo it is! Minimal pain (just tingling). He's an artist,and made a great drawing of exactly what I had in mind. I had just a little peeling, but no itching or scabbing. It healed up great. I'm ready for my second tattoo. Definitely see Kurt.

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I went to Ink and Dagger for my first tattoo and worked with Michael "Shack" Shackleford. He made the experience a great one. I love my tattoo!

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Since moving to Georgia I have been tattooed at several shops from Decatur to Savannah. From the moment I set foot in Ink & Dagger I knew I was in for a treat. I had seen Russ Abbott's work on some friends of mine and had been eagerly anticipating my first (of what would become many) tattoos by him. While some shops boast the charm of a skid row dialysis clinic or 24-hour check cashing spot, Ink & Dagger feels more like a turn of the century pharmacy or Nickel and Dime. With an exterior clad in beautiful wood details and a waiting area adorned with the expected display of flash alongside rogue-taxidermy, walking into this shop is like taking a step back in time to the days when tattoo shops catered to sailors and bearded women. This attention to detail and aesthetic manifests itself in the work of both the shop's resident artists as well as those who travel from around the country to fill guest spots here.
To date I have been tattooed here four times and am already planning my next session. If you are even considering getting a tattoo there is no better place to go in the Atlanta area. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly, the atmosphere is inviting and immaculately clean, and the work - both on display and to be had - is awe-inspiring. DO not miss out on this hidden gem in Decatur.

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My best friends and I decided to get tattoos to for a friend's birthday celebration. I enjoyed the artists professionalism as they worked with each of us to create a unique design however big or small we wanted. Russ did my tattoo and discussed options of color choices for my African-American skin. All of us had a blast cracking jokes while we admired each other's new artwork. I will definitely go back, and recommend this pretty cool and very clean place to you.

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Most folks thought I was crazy when I drove 7 hours to get tattooed at Ink & Dagger. But after seeing the final result, everyone knows why. Ink & Dagger is staffed with some of the best artists I have ever seen work, including Russ Abbott, who is absolutely incredible. The shop itself is also neat, clean, and comfy, providing an outstanding environment for first-timers, as well as old pros. If you're looking for a great tattoo, I would highly recommend checking out Ink & Dagger. You won't be disappointed!

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Immaculate and really super cool shop. Everyone there is beyond cool. Shack did an awesome job putting a huge spider on my head, such a good job my wife even likes it! This is my tattoo spot, I will not go anywhere else : )

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Seriously! Amazing! My experience here was awesome i will never go anywhere else. I was originally supposed to be tattooed by another artist but got a call from Russ volunteering his services. It really was everything you would want in a tattoo parlour. Clean, proffessional, great music. Very coolRuss is really a down to earth guy. You couldnt be more comfortable. As far as the work goes I merely gave a direction and an idea and Russ met my expectations and more. He totally took my description and turned into a piece of art.

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I've had 3 tattoos by Malia and I couldn't be happier! She is a fantastic artist! Vist her at Ink and Dagger and learn for yourself what I mean! Ink and Dagger Parlour offers a top-notch facility with top-notch artists! You will be glad you decided on this location and Malia ROCKS!

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It's clear how much thought has been placed into every aspect of Ink and Dagger's execution. Safety, cleanliness, reference material, employees, and atmosphere have all been given equal attention. Not a single person I've encountered at this shop has had a bad attitude. I've been getting tattooed by Russ Abbott for almost three years now, and he was the person that educated me about tattoos at a time when I was still very ignorant about what makes a good tattoo and what to look for in a good artist. Now that the bar has been set this high it may be difficult to ever go to another shop.

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