Practice Hand with Wrist - A Pound of Flesh

Elevate your skills and build your portfolio with the ultimate tattoo practice tool. The A Pound of Flesh Practice Hand with Wrist takes the industry-leading realism of their signature synthetic skin and adds another dimension of authenticity. This isn't just a surface to tattoo—it’s a canvas designed to simulate the real-world experience of inking a client, allowing you to master your craft with confidence.

✯ Unmatched Realism: Crafted from a proprietary silicone and rubber-based formula, this practice hand feels incredibly lifelike. It mimics the stretch, texture, and elasticity of real skin, giving you a tattooing experience that no flat practice skin can replicate.

✯ Master the Angles: The addition of the wrist and forearm section allows you to practice more than just simple linework. Learn how to navigate the challenging curves, contours, and tight spaces of a real human hand. This invaluable feature helps you perfect your technique for delicate areas like the knuckles, fingers, and wrist, preparing you for the most complex projects.

✯ Build Your 3D Portfolio: Stop showing your work on flat paper. With A Pound of Flesh, you can create a tangible, three-dimensional portfolio that showcases your talent exactly as it would appear on a client. These hands are a powerful tool for attracting new clients and demonstrating your unique style.

✯ Available in a Range of Tones: These practice hands are available in different skin tones based on the Fitzpatrick Scale (from light to dark), allowing you to practice and perfect your art on a realistic canvas that represents the beautiful spectrum of human skin.

For years, A Pound of Flesh has been the go-to choice for tattoo apprentices and seasoned professionals alike. Their products are engineered and manufactured in the USA, a testament to our commitment to quality, durability, and a truly authentic tattooing experience.

A Pound of Flesh Practice Hands are perfect for:

• Tattoo apprentices looking to build skill and confidence.
• Experienced artists practicing new styles or testing new machines.
• Creating a stunning 3D portfolio to showcase your art.

Specifications

Dimensions: approx 10" x 5" x 3" (thickness)
Weight: approx. 1.35 lbs
Available Tones
     - Fitzpatrick Tone 2 (Light)
     - Fitzpatrick Tone 3 (Light-Medium)
     - Fitzpatrick Tone 4 (Dark-Medium)

Master your art on a canvas that feels real. Get your A Pound of Flesh Practice Hand with Wrist today and take the first step toward a new level of skill.

Tips for Practice Skin

No material is a perfect, directly replacement to human skin, which even differs person to person. This is the main reason a slightly different approach is often needed when stenciling and tattooing non-porous silicone skin. The following are some tips from A Pound of Flesh, as well as general tips for silicone skin:

From A Pound of Flesh

Stencil Application Tips:

1. Step 1: Apply isopropyl alcohol to a sheet of paper towel. Then wipe the tattoo site with your paper towel to clean it.
2. Step 2: Soak another sheet of paper towel with isopropyl alcohol. Then run a Speed Stick deodorant directly on the alcohol-soaked paper towel. Hygiene Tip: Never apply the Speed Stick deodorant directly to the tattooable surface.
3. Step 3: Rub the Speed Stick deodorant and alcohol mixture directly onto the tattoo site.
4. Step 4: Apply your stencil evenly. Put pressure on it for about 5–10 seconds.
5. Step 5: Peel away your stencil carefully.
6. Step 6: Blowdry your freshly applied stencil for 5–10 minutes. Then let it dry fully overnight.
   

General Silicone Skin Tips

1. Prep the Surface: Before applying the stencil solution, it can be beneficial to lightly scuff the surface of the practice skin with a fine-grit sandpaper. This creates a slightly textured surface for the stencil solution to grip onto, reducing the chances of smudging.
2. Less Stencil Solution is More: Unlike human skin which can absorb some of the stencil solution, A Pound of Flesh skin will not. Applying too much solution will make the surface too wet and cause the stencil to slide and smear. Use only a thin, even layer of the solution.
3. Allow a Long Drying Time: This is the most crucial difference. On human skin, a stencil might need 15-20 minutes to dry before you can start tattooing. On A Pound of Flesh, you need to be much more patient. Many artists recommend applying the stencil and letting it dry for several hours, or even leaving it overnight. This extended drying time allows the stencil ink to set and adhere to the synthetic surface.
4. Use a Blow Dryer (with caution): Some artists use a blow dryer on a cool setting to speed up the drying process. You should hold it a good distance away and move it around to avoid overheating the silicone, which could cause a negative reaction.
5. Secure the Stencil: Because of the hands' 3D shape, getting the stencil to lay flat without wrinkling can be a challenge. You may need to cut slits in the stencil paper or use pieces of tape to help it conform to the curves of the hand and fingers.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

• Smudging: The most common problem. This is almost always due to using too much stencil solution or not allowing enough drying time.
• The Stencil Won't Stick: This can be because the surface wasn't cleaned properly, a low-quality stencil solution was used, or the surface is too smooth. Trying the light sanding technique can help.
• Faded Lines: If the stencil doesn't transfer clearly, it could be a sign of a bad stencil print, not enough pressure during application, or a poor-quality stencil paper.

By following these guidelines, you can significantly improve your results and make the most of your silicone practice skins.