Bishop

Bishop Tattoo Machines – from Rotary to Wand

If you take a look around the tattoo scene, there's one name you can't ignore: Bishop Rotary. Since its founding in 2008 by Franco Vescovi, the brand has revolutionized the market for rotary machines. But what makes Bishop so special, and why do so many top artists worldwide swear by this hardware?

Here's an overview of why Bishop machines are often referred to as the "luxury cars" among tattoo machines.

By tattoo artists for tattoo artists

The key difference to many other manufacturers: founder Franco Vescovi is himself an experienced artist with over 25 years of industry knowledge. Each machine is developed with the aim of eliminating the weaknesses of other models. The result is an extremely high level of practicality. You can tell that someone who knows how a machine should feel after six hours in the hand was at work here.

The "Wand" series: specialization instead of compromise

Bishop's flagship product is the Wand series (and its cordless evolution, the Power Wand). While many manufacturers build "all-rounders," Bishop takes a different approach:

• Shader (gray): With a 3.5 mm stroke and a softer beat – perfect for black & gray and smooth gradients.
• Packer (copper): With a 4.2 mm stroke. The all-purpose weapon for rich color packing and traditional work.
• Liner (Black): A real beast with a 5.0 mm stroke for razor-sharp lines in just one stroke.

This specialization allows you to use the precisely calibrated tool for every style.

First-class motors and vibration

Bishop uses high-end motors (often from Faulhaber in Germany) in its machines. You can feel it immediately: the machines are extremely low-vibration. Less vibration means less fatigue for your hand and wrist. They also run incredibly quietly, creating a more relaxed atmosphere for you and your customer.

Design and ergonomics

Bishop machines are among the smallest and lightest pen machines on the market. The Power Wand is only about 11 cm long and weighs barely 140 grams. Thanks to its ergonomic design and perfect weight distribution, the machine feels more like a natural pen than a heavy technical device.

Wireless freedom with Critical technology

Through its collaboration with Critical Tattoo, Bishop has perfected the battery system. The batteries (Shorty or Standard) are magnetically attached to the machine and sit flush with the housing. Not only does this look great, it also prevents the machine from becoming top-heavy.

Conclusion: A Bishop is an investment in your precision and your health. It combines American engineering with the true spirit of tattoo culture.