Proudly serving the community with quality supplies, reliability, and dedication since 1996.
For three decades, Kingpin Tattoo Supply has been proud to serve and support the tattoo community with the highest quality supplies, unmatched service, and a deep commitment to the craft.
In the mid-1990s, the tattoo industry looked very different to what it does today. Shops filled with tattoo flash, steel tips/tubes being scrubbed, and artists making their own needles. This tedious and time-consuming process is where Kingpin Tattoo Supply began its journey.
Founded in1996 by tattooer Don Kabowski at Tattoo Emporium in St. Petersburg FL, Don saw a service that the tattoo industry needed at the time. His mission was simple – to provide tattooers with quality/reliable pre-made needles to alleviate the stress of producing their own. He enlisted and trained his friend Dave Mayer in the process of making tattoo needles, and the service quickly grew. The demand brought on another team member, Brian Stover – the addition of Brian saw individual production soar to an average of 200+ needles an hour. But these needles were far from today’s standards – no blister packs, rubber-banded packs of 50, and shrink-wrapped.
Craftsmanship
As experts in the manufacturing and procurement of tattoo equipment and supplies, we are committed to providing the highest quality craftsmanship in both affordable tools to the more expensive cutting-edge technologies.
Integrity
Integrity is one of our fundamental values in which we have built relationships and trust with our customers, suppliers, and business partners. We care about tradition and have a responsibility to respect the artists and their craft.
Caring
"Kingpin family" is not just a catchphrase for us. We are here to empower and inspire our colleagues and the tattoo industry through kindness, appreciation, and support.
Commitment
We support the tattoo industry, the artist, their craft, culture, and history. We are a family and a resource to the community.
