Issue 35 Show Us Your Tats – Issue 35 Recoil Staff Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Learn More Who isn’t inspired in some way by movies? Two of this issue’s submissions are just that — ink that represents a fondness for firearms seen on the big screen. We’re sure that De Niro’s Travis Bickle and Clint Eastwood’s “Blondie” would be happy to see their pistols of choice emblazoned in the flesh. Colt 1851 Artist: Rob Rutherford Black Pearl Tattoo Clayton, NC Wendy Womack: Like many of us, I grew up watching Clint Eastwood movies with my dad and grandpa. I decided to add Eastwood’s rattlesnake revolver from The Good, The Bad and The Ugly. My revolver tattoo has definitely turned some heads being that you don’t see many women with a large gun tattoo. This tattoo is probably one of my favorites. Derringer Artist: Jim Sylvia Unbreakable Tattoo Studio City, CA Chuck Bradford: I always wanted a Derringer pistol on my forearm ever since I saw old Westerns and movies like Taxi Driver. I got this tattoo, which I call “The old trick up the sleeve,” for a couple reasons. Mainly, as a slam against the gun laws here in California. We are no longer allowed any type of carry in Los Angeles. So, besides it just being a cool and original piece, it’s a bit of an FU. Got a gun tattoo you’d like to share? Please send some well-lit, high resolution photos to recoil@enthusiastnetwork.com, along with your name, the tattoo artist’s name, the studio name and city in which it was done, and 50-70 words on what the tattoo is of and why you got it. By sending in submissions, you grant TEN: The Enthusiast Network the unrestricted, transferable and sub-licensable, irrevocable, royalty-free, world-wide, and perpetual license to reproduce, distribute, publicly display, make derivative works of, and otherwise use the Submissions in any media whatsoever now known or later invented throughout the world for any purpose whatsoever, commercial or not. Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
