BAR NEEDLES

New Zealand tattoo artist Tomtom set out to make the perfect bar needle, made with the best possible ingredients, by the best possible experts. After a two year journey of development, Tomtom finally had a product that felt like the needles he used to make by hand. Each size was carefully designed to work for expert traditional tattooers, and every single needle is checked for imperfections by a highly trained team. With the highest grade 316L Japanese steel needles, stronger needle bars, 100% lead free solder, you can be certain that every ingredient is the best possible quality, which is what your clients deserve. For the smoothest, blackest lines, the most solid colour, and the smoothest greys, Lotus needles are unmatched around the world.

Fine Liner

A fine #10 gauge needle but with almost the same solder end point as the classic liners. Same grunt as the classic liner without being too big. Tight enough to create a super sharp line but still achieve optimum ink flow. Perfect for small and fine line detail.

10 gauge - 0.30 polished medium taper needles

Classic Liner

The perfect traditional needle shape, made with #12 gauge needles and a classic “straight” solder. These make a super bold solid line and can be used for any round shading.

12 gauge - 0.35mm polished medium taper needles

Manawa Tapu Standard Liner

The perfect standard precision round liner with a slightly tapered solder and #12 gauge needles. These make super solid lines that feel more sharp and accurate than our classic liner and can be used for any technique.

12 gauge - 0.35mm polished medium taper

Hollow Liner

Similar in design to our Classic Liners, made with #12 gauge needles but with a hollow centre, perfect for bold and crisp line work with heavy ink flow.

12 gauge - 0.35mm polished medium taper needles

Bugpin Liner

A tighter #8 gauge needle soldered tight enough to create a super sharp line but still achieve optimum ink flow. Perfect for sharp lines and detail.

8 gauge - 0.25mm polished medium taper needles

Flat Magnum

Medium taper flat magnum made with #12 gauge needles, great for shading and packing in colour. Available in medium or long taper.

12 gauge - 0.35mm textured needles

Curved Magnum

Medium taper curved magnum made with #12 gauge needles, great for shading and making smooth gradations, as well as packing colour. Available in medium or long taper.

12 gauge - 0.35mm textured needles