A Timeline of our Limited Editions

Bishop Machine Museum

2017

february 2017

Mister Cartoon x Bishop

february 2017

Mister Cartoon x Bishop

Bishop Rotary has teamed up with tattoo legend Mister Cartoon to create a limited edition Microangelo tattoo machine which once again changed the game. Only 888 of these machines will ever be produced and sold.

2018

february 2018

Sullen x Bishop Fantom

Sullen x Bishop Fantom
Sullen x Bishop Fantom
february 2018

Sullen x Bishop Fantom

Sullen Clothing got its start from being heavily influenced by Southern California beach culture and tattoo inspired art. With a strong focus on ideals and practices of modern tattooers, Sullen evolved from a small group of art driven tattooers and artists into a world renowned “Art Collective". As a whole, the “Collective” is drawn to the idea that art of all forms should be promoted, while related ideas should be shared for the world to learn from.

february 2018

Valentines Day Editiion Microangelo

Valentines Day Editiion Microangelo
Valentines Day Editiion Microangelo
Valentines Day Editiion Microangelo
february 2018

Valentines Day Editiion Microangelo

september 2018

V6 Platinum Hand-Engraved Silver Bio-Mech

V6 Platinum Hand-Engraved Silver Bio-Mech
V6 Platinum Hand-Engraved Silver Bio-Mech
V6 Platinum Hand-Engraved Silver Bio-Mech
september 2018

V6 Platinum Hand-Engraved Silver Bio-Mech

Jerzy Konrad, a sculpture & engraver from the UK, offers us his exclusive biomechanical engraved V6 machine. A sculpture that functions as a tattoo machine.

2019

march 2019

Fantom Artist Series - Alexis Vaatete (Matte Purple)

march 2019

Fantom Artist Series - Alexis Vaatete (Matte Purple)

march 2019

Fantom Artist Series - Steve Soto (Matte Gray)

march 2019

Fantom Artist Series - Steve Soto (Matte Gray)

march 2019

Fantom Artist Series - Big Tiny (Matte Brown)

march 2019

Fantom Artist Series - Big Tiny (Matte Brown)

march 2019

Fantom Artist Series - Sergio Sanchez (Matte Blue)

march 2019

Fantom Artist Series - Sergio Sanchez (Matte Blue)

march 2019

Fantom Artist Series - Liz Cook (Matte Red)

march 2019

Fantom Artist Series - Liz Cook (Matte Red)

march 2019

Fantom Artist Series - Macko (Rose Gold)

march 2019

Fantom Artist Series - Macko (Rose Gold)

june 2019

El Chapo Fantom — Engrave-It Series

El Chapo Fantom — Engrave-It Series
El Chapo Fantom — Engrave-It Series
El Chapo Fantom — Engrave-It Series
june 2019

El Chapo Fantom — Engrave-It Series

Handmade in extremely limited quantities (no more than 30 will be made), the El Chapo Custom Bishop Rotary machines showcase the finest talents of Hernan. It was only fitting that we combine his passion for this beautiful art form with the finest machines there are, and set the world ablaze with these magnificent works of art.

Available in 2 styles, these machines are for the artists and collectors who seek to set themselves apart from the pack. The EL CHAPO STANDARD has custom engravings along the side while the EL CHAPO DELUXE also has custom engravings along the rest of the frame. Hours of engraving go into every single one of these golden beauties.

december 2019

Bishop x Cryptik Fantom

december 2019

Bishop x Cryptik Fantom

The Gold Coins, box and sleeve are custom-designed by World Famous artist Cryptik. As huge fans of Cryptik's work, we’re thrilled to see his hypnotic fusion of Eastern art and East LA art come to life in Bishop form.

2020

december 2020

Deluxe Engraved Fantom with Louis Vuitton Case

december 2020

Deluxe Engraved Fantom with Louis Vuitton Case

Franco Vescovi and Bishop Rotary set out to make the most exclusive tattoo machine in the world.

We commissioned Louis Vuitton, a leader in luxury fashion, to create cases for these special tattoo machines. These 5 cases were hand crafted in France, and custom fitted for each of these extremely rare machines. The case has Louis Vuitton’s iconic calf leather on the exterior and the machine sits on a custom microfiber interior.

Mark Dupp, one of the best engravers in the world, a multiple-time collaborator, amazing tattoo artist, and also dear friend, was then asked to hand engrave each one of these Fantom Rotary machines from top to bottom in exquisite detail.

With only 5 tattoo machines available for sale, this is the most exclusive offering that Bishop Rotary has ever released.

2021

february 2021

Valentine's Day Edition WAND

Valentine's Day Edition WAND
Valentine's Day Edition WAND
february 2021

Valentine's Day Edition WAND

The Valentine's Day Edition Wand has a unique colorway just for the lovers out there - a matte Blood Red.

february 2021

El Chapo Wand - Engrave-It Edition

El Chapo Wand - Engrave-It Edition
El Chapo Wand - Engrave-It Edition
El Chapo Wand - Engrave-It Edition
february 2021

El Chapo Wand - Engrave-It Edition

Handmade in extremely limited quantities, the El Chapo Custom Bishop Rotary machines showcase the finest talents of Hernan. It was only fitting that we combine his passion for this beautiful art form with the finest machines there are, and set the world ablaze with these magnificent works of art.

Available in 2 styles, these machines are for the artists and collectors who seek to set themselves apart from the pack. The EL CHAPO STANDARD WAND has custom engravings on the middle ring, or 'spline' of the machine. The EL CHAPO DELUXE WAND has the engraved spline, as well as engraving on backplate of the machine. Hours of engraving go into every single one of these golden beauties.

march 2021

Saint Patrick's Day Edition WAND

Saint Patrick's Day Edition WAND
Saint Patrick's Day Edition WAND
Saint Patrick's Day Edition WAND
march 2021

Saint Patrick's Day Edition WAND

The Saint Patrick's Day Wand has a unique colorway just for the lucky out there - a matte Emerald Green!

october 2021

WAND Artist Series - David Vega

october 2021

WAND Artist Series - David Vega

If you were to look in the dictionary under “Black and Grey Realism”, you’d see a picture of David Vega. Few artists in the world approach David’s quality, attention to detail, and painstaking perfection – he is a master of the craft.

october 2021

WAND Artist Series - BJ Betts

october 2021

WAND Artist Series - BJ Betts

“I wanted to rework the lettering on the Wand, and give it my own font. The colorway is reminiscent of a sunset and sunrise — the end of the day and the beginning of a new day.”

— BJ Betts

october 2021

OG Abel x Bishop Fantom

october 2021

OG Abel x Bishop Fantom

Franco: “So let's talk a little bit about the OG Abel x Fantom. So many options — but we landed on silver. It's a sleek look. We felt it really pops the gold coin on the back. Tell us about the artwork behind the machine.”

OG Abel: “The artwork is a piece that I call 'Time is Money'. It's sad, but time flies. It just points out how important it is for you to value every moment of your life. Not waste time and don't sweat the small stuff. Focus on things that you cherish. Give a middle finger to negativity, you know. And that's why I changed the Rolex. I dropped four of the points and let the middle one stick out because you need to be focused. And while you're tattooing, what else than to be focused?”

october 2021

OG Abel x Bishop V6

october 2021

OG Abel x Bishop V6

Franco: “Tell us about the artwork that belongs to the OG Abel x Bishop V6.”

OG Abel: “The 'Freedom Lion'. The lion is the image that I chose to represent what I do. From a very young age, lion was just my spirit animal. And if I need to, I become fierce. I don't need to, I just have the ability. And life has certainly put me through tests that I took on with the heart of a lion.”

november 2021

WAND Artist Series - Jose Lopez

november 2021

WAND Artist Series - Jose Lopez

“Tattooing is an art form that relies on focus, craftsmanship, and attention to detail.

— Jose Lopez

2022

january 2022

Tupac x Bishop Wand

january 2022

Tupac x Bishop Wand

Bishop Rotary was proud to announce the collaboration of one of the most influential poets of our time. Tattooing helps tell the story of our own personal journeys. Tupac Shakur was more than a voice of a generation. He was a reflection of that rebel spirit that lives within each one of us as a tattoo artist.

february 2022

WAND Artist Series - Latisha Woods

february 2022

WAND Artist Series - Latisha Woods

As one of the original core artists over here at the Vatican Studios, our sister Latisha has been holding it down since the start of her career as an apprentice under the guidance of Big Chief Franco Vescovi.

Latisha's genuine love and passion for her craft is what led to the Latisha Wood x Bishop Artist Series Bishop Wand.

february 2022

WAND Artist Series - Big Sleeps

february 2022

WAND Artist Series - Big Sleeps

From the time when Franco allowed me to put the Big Sleep sticker on a Bishop. On the V6. Then to the Microangelo, to this.

Given this gold Wand like this with that color and to see that engraved number. It's been a long road man. So I'm super hyped on this.

— Big Sleeps

february 2022

WAND Artist Series - Johnny Quintana

february 2022

WAND Artist Series - Johnny Quintana

My name is Johnny Quintana. I work out of Ink Shop Tattoo in Arcadia. And I'm a black and gray tattoo artist. There were times where I was using coil machines and 3-4 hours later my knuckles, hand, wrist and forearm were were hurting. And there was a moment where I thought that I was going to have to retire tattooing. I was like, I don't know how I'm gonna do this.

The Wand definitely changed the way I tattoo. Being comfortable with how I paint and how I draw, I'm able to use those skills now with the Wand. So I chose indigo blue. It's the color the third eye chakra. When balanced right, it helps you become fearless, wise, a truth seeker, and intuitive. You know, living a happy life has been a new part of my journey. I think we all have it in us. I think if we seek more, internally, and learn more about ourselves, we can live a better life.

Being part of a Signature Series Edition, I'm proud of that. I've been with Bishop since day 1. And seeing where Bishop is now, people are pushing the limits in tattooing and they're using the Bishop.

— Johnny Quintana

march 2022

WAND Artist Series - Sasha Masiuk

march 2022

WAND Artist Series - Sasha Masiuk

My name is Sasha. I'm the owner of Sasha Tattooing LA. I've been tattooing about 10 years. I was into painting, drawing. And when I started tattooing myself and my husband in maybe like a few weeks, I started tattooing other friends. And everybody paid me. My salary, at that time, was more than I had in my job. That was the day when I realized,"Okay, I'm gonna tattoo".

— Sasha Masiuk

december 2022

Diamond WAND Raffle Ticket

december 2022

Diamond WAND Raffle Ticket

Bishop Rotary has teamed up with our brother Mark Dupp to push his creative limits this Holiday Season for a good cause.

A portion of the proceeds generated with this raffle went to the Chicano Mentoring in working with the inner city youth of Santa Ana.