Elite Tattoo Shop & Tattoo Cover-Up Specialist in Arlington, Texas
The Official Home of
The Emperor of Tattoo Cover-Ups™
Serving Arlington, Fort Worth, Dallas, Burleson, and clients throughout Texas for more than 25 years.
Pistol Pete's Tattoo Saloon is an award-winning tattoo shop in Arlington, Texas specializing in advanced tattoo cover-ups, custom tattoos, realism, black & grey tattoos, fine line tattoos, and professional body piercing. With more than 25 years of experience, clients travel from across DFW, throughout Texas, and around the world for exceptional artistry, precision, and long-lasting results.
From advanced tattoo cover-ups and custom tattoos to professional body piercing and permanent makeup, Pistol Pete's Tattoo Saloon is committed to delivering exceptional craftsmanship, honest guidance, and custom body art designed to last a lifetime.
Choose Your Tattoo or Piercing Experience
Whether you're planning your first tattoo, transforming an old one, adding to a sleeve, or looking for professional body piercing, every service begins with expert consultation and custom planning. Explore the specialty that best fits your vision.
Tattoo Cover-Ups
Advanced tattoo cover-ups designed to transform unwanted ink into intentional custom artwork through strategy, artistic planning, and over twenty-five years of experience. View Tattoo Cover-Ups →
Custom Tattoos
Realism Tattoos
Black & Grey Tattoos
Fine Line Tattoos
Body Piercing
Before & After Tattoo Cover-Up Transformations
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
25+ Years of Professional Tattoo Experience
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.
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✅ 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
Explore Our Tattoo Styles
Every tattoo style requires a different approach. Explore the custom tattoo styles offered by Pistol Pete's Tattoo Saloon and discover artwork built specifically around your vision.
Realism
Black & Grey
Color
Portraits
Traditional
Japanese
Sleeves
Memorial
Fine Line
Small Tattoos
Professional Body Piercing Services
Frequently Asked Tattoo & Body Piercing Questions
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 travel from throughout Arlington, DFW, across Texas, and beyond because they are looking for custom artwork created with experience, honesty, and long-term quality in mind. From advanced tattoo cover-ups to custom tattoos and professional body piercing, every service is performed with precision and a commitment to craftsmanship.
Explore Everything Our Burleson Location Has to Offer
Our Burleson location brings together professional tattooing, body piercing, permanent makeup, Hair 2.0, Lina's Lash Lounge, and The Glow Room, beauty services in one destination designed around creativity, confidence, and exceptional client care.
Whether you're visiting for tattoos, body piercing, permanent makeup, Hair 2.0, Lina's Lash Lounge, or The Glow Room, our Burleson location brings multiple professional beauty and body art services together under one roof.
Serving Arlington, Burleson & The Entire DFW Metroplex
Conveniently located in Arlington and Burleson, Pistol Pete's Tattoo Saloon proudly serves clients from Grand Prairie, Mansfield, Dallas, Fort Worth, Irving, Hurst, Bedford, Euless, Waxahachie, Midlothian, Crowley, Joshua, Cleburne, and throughout Texas.
What Our 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
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"
⭐ 5-Star Reviewed Arlington Tattoo Shop – Trusted by DFW Locals
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 • Burleson • Mansfield • Grand Prairie • Irving • Dallas • Fort Worth • Hurst • Euless • Bedford • North Richland Hills • Keller • Grapevine • Colleyville • Cedar Hill • Duncanville • Midlothian • Waxahachie • DFW • Clients Throughout Texas • Nationwide Tattoo Cover-Up Clients
Arlington studio only Minutes from AT&T Stadium, Globe Life Field, Texas Live!, and Six Flags Over Texas.
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