I don’t even know where to even start with this review because I’m too upset that I haven’t made one already! ? Smoking guns has been one of the most popular and infamous tattoo shops near Fort Bragg/Liberty area… and for a while. I have also been in the area a while. And with that said, I have religiously been going to Joe for multiple years. Not only do I get the most qualitative work with the most reasonable price, but I’ve gotten a genuine friend who makes the experience memorable and real. Every. Time. Family, friends, movies, music, life…. You name it/ a solid conversationalist. Real is something that’s super uncommon, especially in this town... read full review
August 2024
Joe Bumbara is a fantastic tattoo artist. He's done two sleeves for me, and I couldn't be happier with the work he's done. I highly recommend getting a piece from him!
August 2024
Hands down best artists around in this shop. They have someone for any and every style. Joe has been tattooing me since 2012. They really know how to take care of clients.
Requested style: Japanese and American traditional
I don’t even know where to even start with this review because I’m too upset that I haven’t made one already! ?
Smoking guns has been one of the most popular and infamous tattoo shops near Fort Bragg/Liberty area… and for a while. I have also been in the area a while. And with that said, I have religiously been going to Joe for multiple years. Not only do I get the most qualitative work with the most reasonable price, but I’ve gotten a genuine friend who makes the experience memorable and real. Every. Time. Family, friends, movies, music, life…. You name it/ a solid conversationalist. Real is something that’s super uncommon, especially in this town... read full review
Joe Bumbara is a fantastic tattoo artist. He's done two sleeves for me, and I couldn't be happier with the work he's done. I highly recommend getting a piece from him!
Hands down best artists around in this shop. They have someone for any and every style. Joe has been tattooing me since 2012. They really know how to take care of clients.
Requested style: Japanese and American traditional