Where was this tattoo done?

This tattoo was done at Three Kings Brooklyn, 572 Manhattan Ave.

How much would a tattoo like this cost?

A piece like this is estimated at $1100-$1500. This is an estimate, not a quote — message the studio for an exact price.

How painful is a forearm tattoo?

Forearm: Mild on our 5-step pain scale — moderate cushioning and a flat surface. 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 forearm healing is easy, and it is often visible (short sleeves).

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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Old school tattoo of skull with dagger on the forearm

Tattoo by:

Simon VelezPublished on:

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Skull and Dagger Traditional Forearm

An old school tattoo of skull with dagger, plus smaller details: flowers, placed on the forearm. Done in full colour. By Simon Velez at Three Kings Brooklyn.

Composition:🧩 Led by Skull, with DaggerⓘSubject:🔱 Symbols & Objects💀 Skull ⚔️ Weapons🗡️ Dagger & Knife 🌿 Nature & Plants🌸 Flower

Style:⚓ Traditional (Old School)

Size:🖐️ Large (20-30cm)Complexity:ⓘ 😥 ComplexPlacement:💪 ForearmColor:🌈 Color↕️ Vertical🔬 TatSeek scan v3ⓘ📍 Brooklyn, United States

Estimated time: 5.5–7.5 hours, 2 sessionsⓘ

Estimated price for this size & complexity: $1100–$1500

This estimate is narrowed from Simon Velez's price range using this tattoo's complexity — not a quote. For an exact quote, send us a message or call +1 718-349-7755

Tattoo by Simon Velez

Questions & answers

What is this tattoo?: An old school tattoo of skull with dagger, plus smaller details: flowers, placed on the forearm. Done in full colour. By Simon Velez at Three Kings Brooklyn.
Where was this tattoo done?: This tattoo was done at Three Kings Brooklyn, 572 Manhattan Ave. View on Google Maps →
How much would a tattoo like this cost?: A piece like this is estimated at $1100-$1500. This is an estimate, not a quote — message the studio for an exact price.
How painful is a forearm tattoo?: Forearm: Mild on our 5-step pain scale — moderate cushioning and a flat surface. 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 forearm healing is easy, and it is often visible (short sleeves). 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 Three Kings Brooklyn: Deposit: $100 for a one-session tattoo, $200 for multi-session pieces · Touch-up: not listed · Design: not listed · Wait: not listed. Policies differ between studios — call +1 718-349-7755 to confirm.

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