Award-Winning Tattoo Shop in Arlington, Texas
Custom Tattoos • Tattoo Cover-Ups • Body Piercing • Arlington, TX
For more than 25 years, Pistol Pete’s Tattoo Saloon has served Arlington and the DFW area with custom tattoos, expert tattoo cover-ups, and professional body piercing. Known for transforming difficult and unwanted tattoos into custom artwork, our Arlington tattoo shop combines decades of experience with one-on-one service to create work you’ll be proud to wear for life.
The Official Home of
The Emperor of Tattoo Cover-Ups™
Tattoo & Piercing Services in Arlington, Texas
Whether you're planning your first tattoo, transforming old ink, adding to a sleeve, or getting a professional piercing, every service begins with expert consultation and custom planning. Choose the experience that best fits your vision.
Expert Tattoo Cover-Ups in Arlington, Texas
Advanced tattoo cover-ups designed to transform unwanted ink into intentional custom artwork through strategy, artistic planning, and over twenty-five years of experience. Explore Tattoo Cover-Ups →
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Before & After Tattoo Cover-Ups in Arlington, Texas
Every tattoo tells a story—but not every story has to end the way it began. Explore real tattoo transformations showcasing advanced cover-up planning, problem-solving, and custom artwork created at Pistol Pete’s Tattoo Saloon in Arlington, Texas.
Transformation Types:
Heavy Blackout
Complete rebuild over dense or saturated ink
Faded Tattoo
Restoration into clean, readable realism work
Name Removal
Full emotional cover-up and redesign
Emotional Regret Fix
Total transformation into a new identity piece
Why Pistol Pete's Tattoo Saloon Is Trusted Across Texas
For more than a quarter century, Pistol Pete has earned a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship, advanced tattoo cover-ups, custom tattoo artistry, and professional body piercing. Every project is approached with thoughtful planning, technical precision, and a commitment to artwork designed to last a lifetime.
✅ 25+ Years Experience
✅ Advanced Tattoo Cover-Up Specialist
✅ Licensed & Health Department Approved
✅ Award-Winning Artist
✅ Custom Artwork Only
✅ Thousands of Tattoos Completed ✅ Clients Travel Nationwide
25+ Years of Professional Tattoo Experience
Meet the Artist Behind the Legacy
Pistol Pete has built his career around transforming tattoos other artists couldn’t fix. Known throughout Texas for advanced tattoo cover-ups, custom tattooing, realism, black & grey, fine line work, and professional body piercing, his work combines technical precision with decades of hands-on experience. Clients travel from across DFW, throughout Texas, and around the country for custom artwork designed around the individual—not pulled from a catalog or treated like another appointment.
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Custom Tattoo Styles in Arlington, Texas
Every tattoo should be designed around the person wearing it. Explore custom tattoo styles available at Pistol Pete’s Tattoo Saloon in Arlington, Texas, including realism, black & grey, color, portraits, traditional, Japanese, sleeves, memorial tattoos, fine line, and small tattoos.
Professional Body Piercing in Arlington, Texas
Whether you're getting your first piercing or adding to your collection, Pistol Pete's Tattoo Saloon provides professional body piercing in Arlington, Texas. Every piercing is performed with precision using premium jewelry and professional sterilization procedures in a licensed environment.
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Pistol Pete’s Tattoo Saloon – Burleson, Texas Location
Looking for Pistol Pete’s in Burleson? Our Burleson, Texas location offers professional tattooing, body piercing, permanent makeup, Hair 2.0, Lina’s Lash Lounge, and The Glow Room. Explore our Burleson location and its services, including tattoos, piercings, hair, lashes, permanent makeup, microblading, and aesthetic services.
Arlington Tattoo Shop Serving the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex
Located in Arlington, Texas, Pistol Pete’s Tattoo Saloon serves clients from across the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex and throughout Texas. Clients regularly travel to our Arlington tattoo shop from Grand Prairie, Mansfield, Fort Worth, Dallas, Irving, Hurst, Bedford, Euless, Waxahachie, Midlothian, Crowley, Joshua, Cleburne, and surrounding DFW communities for custom tattoos, advanced tattoo cover-ups, and professional body piercing.
What Our Arlington Tattoo Clients Say
Our reputation has been built one client at a time. Read why clients across Texas continue trusting Pistol Pete's Tattoo Saloon for custom tattoos, tattoo cover-ups, and professional body piercing.
- ★★★★★“Pistol Pete turned my old tattoo into a masterpiece.” — Sarah L., Arlington TX
- ★★★★★“Tattoo cover-ups don’t get better than this.” — Brandon K., DFW
- ★★★★★“Left with a masterpiece that turns heads.” — Lauren P., Fort Worth
- ★★★★★“Unmatched cover-up skills.” — Ryan H., Grand Prairie TX
Tattoo & Body Piercing FAQs – Arlington, Texas
Choosing a tattoo artist or body piercing studio is an important decision. Whether you're planning your very first tattoo, researching an advanced tattoo cover-up, scheduling a professional body piercing, or simply exploring your options, we're here to help. Below are answers to some of the questions we hear most often from clients throughout Arlington, Burleson, DFW, and across Texas.
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How Much Does a Tattoo Cost?
Every tattoo is priced based on several factors, including size, placement, detail, color, and the amount of design time required. Small tattoos, full sleeves, custom artwork, and advanced tattoo cover-ups all require different levels of planning and execution. The best way to receive an accurate quote is through a consultation with Pistol Pete.
Do You Accept Walk-In Tattoos?
Yes. Walk-ins are welcome whenever artist availability allows. However, appointments are strongly recommended for larger custom tattoos, advanced tattoo cover-ups, realism work, and full-day sessions to ensure dedicated design time and availability.
Do I Need a Consultation?
Most custom tattoos, sleeves, memorial pieces, and all tattoo cover-ups begin with a consultation. This allows us to evaluate your ideas, placement, skin, existing tattoos (if applicable), and long-term goals before creating artwork specifically for you.
What Should I Bring to My Tattoo Consultation?
Bring any reference images, inspiration, measurements, or ideas that help communicate your vision. For tattoo cover-ups, clear photos of the existing tattoo are helpful, but an in-person consultation is required to properly evaluate ink saturation, skin condition, and design possibilities.
How Long Does It Take for a Tattoo to Heal?
Most tattoos heal on the surface within two to four weeks, while complete healing beneath the skin can take several weeks longer. Proper aftercare plays a major role in protecting your artwork and achieving the best long-term results.
What Makes a Great Tattoo Cover-Up?
Successful tattoo cover-ups require much more than simply placing a larger tattoo over an older one. Every project is carefully planned by evaluating ink saturation, placement, skin tone, body flow, and long-term aging to create artwork that looks intentional rather than covered.
Are Body Piercings Performed in a Sterile Environment?
Absolutely. Every body piercing is performed using professional sterilization procedures, single-use equipment where appropriate, premium jewelry options, and strict health department standards to help ensure your safety and promote proper healing.
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Why Clients Choose Pistol Pete's Tattoo Saloon
Clients choose Pistol Pete’s Tattoo Saloon in Arlington, Texas for advanced tattoo cover-ups, custom tattoos, and professional body piercing backed by more than a quarter century of hands-on experience. Known especially for transforming difficult, unwanted, and previously worked tattoos, Pistol Pete combines artistic planning, technical precision, and custom design to create artwork built specifically for each client.
Ready to Start Your Tattoo Journey?
Whether you're planning your first tattoo, transforming an old tattoo, scheduling a professional body piercing, or beginning a custom sleeve, Pistol Pete's Tattoo Saloon is ready to help bring your vision to life.
Certified Tattoo Specialists | Trusted Arlington, TX Tattoo Artists
Each tattoo is designed to reflect your vision with precision, intention, & lasting impact.
"Making Your Story Fashionable"
Custom Tattoo Portfolio – Arlington, Texas
Explore custom tattoo work created at Pistol Pete’s Tattoo Saloon, including realism, black & grey, color, custom sleeves, and large-scale tattoo designs.
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First Tattoo Special
Celebrating your very first tattoo? Clients receiving their first tattoo at age 18 with no previous tattoos qualify for 50% off their first session (shop minimums apply).
Birthday Tattoo Special
Just Pistol Pete's Tattoo Saloon's Way of Saying Happy Birthday. Receive 20% off your entire Birthday Month and Up to 50% off on your Birthday
(no to go below shop minimum)
Birthday Piercing Special
Take 5% off all Body piercings
or
Buy 3 piercings get the 4th one free
Business Hours:
Sun: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Mon–Thurs: 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Fri–Sat: 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
817 - 561 - 2772
Pistol Pete's Tattoo Saloon
Arlington Studio
Burleson Studio
Professional Services
Tattoo Cover-Ups • Custom Tattoos • Realism Tattoos • Black & Grey Tattoos • Fine Line Tattoos • Body Piercing • Permanent Makeup • Women’s Hair Services • Eyelash Extensions • Med Spa Services
Proudly Serving Arlington & the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex
Pistol Pete’s Tattoo Saloon proudly serves clients throughout Arlington, DFW, and communities across North Texas. Clients also travel from throughout Texas and nationwide for advanced tattoo cover-ups and custom tattoo work.
Our Arlington tattoo studio is located minutes from AT&T Stadium, Globe Life Field, Texas Live!, and Six Flags Over Texas.
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