Where was this tattoo done?

This tattoo was done at Kak Lucky, 43 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001.

How much would a tattoo like this cost?

A piece like this is estimated at R2500-R3050. This is an estimate, not a quote — message the studio for an exact price.

How painful is a hand tattoo?

Hand: Brutal on our 5-step pain scale — bone near the surface and skin that flexes constantly. Pain is personal, and long sessions, stress and bleeding make it feel worse.

How long does it take to heal, and will people see it?

The surface usually looks healed in 2–4 weeks; the skin keeps settling for a few months. On the hand healing is harder (constant washing and use), and it is always visible.

How will a tattoo like this age?

Bold outlines and solid black are the styles that age best — the design stays readable even as lines soften slightly over decades. Sunscreen keeps the colour from fading.

Can I get this exact design?

Use it as a reference. Most artists adapt a design to your body and their own style rather than copy another person’s tattoo line for line — and if you want this artist’s look, the best option is to book this artist.

How do I book something like this?

Message the studio with this photo, your placement and size, colour or black & grey, budget and dates. The “What to include in your first message” box below has a ready-to-copy template.

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Tribal tattoo of polynesian-style cuff pattern on the hand

Tattoo by:Phil

Polynesian Tribal Hand

A tribal tattoo of polynesian-style cuff pattern, placed on the hand. Done in black and grey. By Phil at Kak Lucky.

Composition:🧩 Mainly Polynesian-style cuff patternⓘSubject:🏺 Cultural Motifs🌺 Polynesian & Maori

Style:🗿 TribalTechnique:ⓘ ➰ Linework

Size:✋ Medium (10-20cm)Complexity:ⓘ 🤨 MediumPlacement:✋ HandColor:🩶 Black & GreyPainⓘ ⚡ Brutal (5/5) · healing: harder (constant washing and use)🔬 TatSeek scan v3ⓘ📍 Cape Town, South Africa

Estimated time: 2.5–4 hours, 1 sessionⓘ

Estimated price for this size & complexity: R2500–R3050

This estimate is narrowed from Phil's price range using this tattoo's complexity — not a quote. For an exact quote, message us on Instagram or call +27 74 619 1778

Tattoo by Phil

Questions & answers

What is this tattoo?: A tribal tattoo of polynesian-style cuff pattern, placed on the hand. Done in black and grey. By Phil at Kak Lucky.
Where was this tattoo done?: This tattoo was done at Kak Lucky, 43 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001. View on Google Maps →
How much would a tattoo like this cost?: A piece like this is estimated at R2500-R3050. This is an estimate, not a quote — message the studio for an exact price.
How painful is a hand tattoo?: Hand: Brutal on our 5-step pain scale — bone near the surface and skin that flexes constantly. Pain is personal, and long sessions, stress and bleeding make it feel worse. Pain map →
How long does it take to heal, and will people see it?: The surface usually looks healed in 2–4 weeks; the skin keeps settling for a few months. On the hand healing is harder (constant washing and use), and it is always visible. When can I swim, work out, tan? →
How will a tattoo like this age?: Bold outlines and solid black are the styles that age best — the design stays readable even as lines soften slightly over decades. Sunscreen keeps the colour from fading. How tattoos age →
Can I get this exact design?: Use it as a reference. Most artists adapt a design to your body and their own style rather than copy another person’s tattoo line for line — and if you want this artist’s look, the best option is to book this artist. Copying, references and AI designs →
How do I book something like this?: Message the studio with this photo, your placement and size, colour or black & grey, budget and dates. The “What to include in your first message” box below has a ready-to-copy template. How to message a tattoo artist →

What to include in your first message

What the artist needs from you

Your idea in one line + 2–3 references (this photo is already in the template below) more →
Placement and rough size in centimetres more →
Colour or black & grey more →
Your budget range more →
Dates you’re free; OK with more than one session? more →
Cover-up? Add a clear photo of the old tattoo more →

What to ask them

Deposit — how much, does it come off the price, what if I reschedule? more →
When will I see the design, and can I ask for changes? more →
How long is the wait for an appointment? more →
Is a touch-up included? more →

Known for Kak Lucky: Deposit: not listed · Touch-up: not listed · Design: not listed · Wait: not listed. Policies differ between studios — call +27 74 619 1778 to confirm.

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