I have visited a lot of tattoo shops and explained to them what kind of tattoo I wanted over the last 7 years. I have never had a tattoo and was looking for a good connection with the artist. The day I walked into Ricky's my search was over. Ricky understood what I wanted and he made me feel comfortable with the procedure. He kept me up to date on his progress of the design and as soon as it was ready I got it done! Ricky has a great talent and I am proud of the work he has done for me. I would strongly recommend Ricky. As far as the comment from Plymouth about Ricky being "rude". I found that totally without base. If the artist is in the middle of something, he can't just drop everything and attend to you. Leave you name and he will call you when he is available or just wait for him to have some time and he will talk with you about anything. Thanks Ricky, for your patience and talent! read more

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This is the ONLY place I'll ever get another tattoo! Rangoon Rick has the lightest touch, he's fast, he's a true artist, and he knows what he's doing. He really listens to what you want, and can create any design, and do any style. The shop itself is really clean, there's a ton of artwork on the walls, and all kinds of cool stuff to see. Stop by to take a look and see for yourself. Rick just completed another fantastic piece of art on my arm. I knew what I wanted, but had a hard time expressing the idea. Rick listened, looked at the pictures I emailed him, and drew a fantastic picture. The actual tattoo turned out even better! It fits my arm perfectly. His years of experience make it possible for him to know the best placement to make any tattoo shine! This is the first tattoo shop I've dealt with that really knows aftercare. Rick will give you VERY specific directions, and if you follow them, your tattoo will heal perfectly with little to no scabbing. He has the years of experience to know what works! I highly recommend this business, and Rangoon Rick, as THE only place to get a really good tattoo. read more

"It hurt sooo good", again. In 1989 I brought myself and my one ten year old tattoo in for a name cover up. I left with a beautiful completely new tattoo that always got compliments. I was proud to tell people that I got it from the "Ol' Rangoon" himself. Fast forward 30 years. Yesterday, I again bring myself and my one tattoo back to Ricky for refresh and leave with a completely new tattoo again. Bigger and even more beautiful. My kids who are now grown with kids of their own. They are as stoked over it as I am and sharing it on Instagram. "hey look at pop's tattoo now!" Maybe it's because I added my granddaughters names this time. Or because it is the most awesome piece of art work that we have ever seen. I say both. Ricky is 70 now and has been tattooing a few years shy of 50 years. He told me that when he started there were only 7 tattoo studios in a 50 mile radius, now there are 1000. I'm old school and I'm staying old school. Tattoo number two will be on my chest by Christmas. Thank you again. read more

Been getting my tattoos done by Ricky for the last 5 years...My first on my 60th birthday, I now have 12 by Ricky..They are all awesome. #ithurtsogood is oh sooooo true.. read more

Received my first tattoo today! Process was quick and easy. All directions prior and after tattoo session went smoothly. Definitely ready for my second tattoo and to come here again for it. read more

Ricky is very responsible, knows what he is doing and i am very pleased with his work. He did some work on my neck and came out better than i expected read more

I got my first tattoo at skin deep tattoo in vallejo, and i haven't gone anywhere since. Rick is by far the most PROFESSIONAL person i know of, and does outstanding work. Not only does he make you feel at home, but he has the up most respect when tattoo his art. My first tattoos were the nautical stars on my lower hips, talk about nervous!!! But Rick made it seem like frosting on a cake. I recommend that you stop by and try it out, he may be a little hole in the wall, but you cant judge a book by its cover, you could be passing up a good story!! read more

Only Skin Deep-Tattooing - Tattoo Near Me - Vallejo, California

I have known Mr. Bordeaux for quite some time. His artwork is spectacular! Outside of his shop he has the sentence "I have tattooed your father and mother..." and I can actually say he has. My father has a wonderful bobcat on his forearm that springs to life with its vibrant color and detail. Not only does he conduct himself professionally, but he is a wonderful person to be around. I would suggest this place to anyone that wants higher quality work. read more

I've been going to Ricky since my first tattoo on my eighteenth birthday. He's done most of my tattoos and has tattooed many members of my family. I've had a few pieces done at other shops and always end up back at Only Skin Deep. His work is always bright and beautiful. Today I can in with two pictures and a loose idea, and left with an absolutely stunning piece on my arm. Ricky and his shop and clean and professional, but personable and friendly at the same time. I can't recommend this shop enough. Ricky makes it hurt so good! read more

Do NOT go here this dude is an actual creep. I have gone to him for 5 of my tattoos and every time I get a weird vibe from him. His hand has grazed or touched my ass more than once so I'm pretty sure it wasn't just on accident. He will sit there and preach to you as soon as you enter his shop. I have tattoos I need him to touch up but I would rather have someone else do it. Do not give this man your money. Go somewhere else and get an actual good tattoo. read more

I just recently got a new tattoo here and Rangoon Ricky did a great job! He usually has great deals like buy one get one free or buy one get one 50% off. I'm giving four stars because I think he is a little pricey, but he is very professional and does anice work. He takes walk-ins, but if he is busy he has a wait list and will call you 15 minutes before your turn. Ask him to do some magic tricks. It will trip you out! read more

Ricky Rangoon! Been knowing him since I was 17 such a long time!! He is such a good guy! But I always get caught up in the sermon from him when I'm trying to take the pain of a tatt! he is an artist but as well a missionary man of GOD! read more

Rick did a great job on my fiance's tattoo, he is gifted and talented, very pleased with the color choice and his ability to make the tattoo pop on his skin complexion. We will be visiting Rick again soon for more work read more

Only Skin Deep-Tattooing - Very pleased with this piece Rick did for my fiance, he did a wonderful job. Fresh out the chair - Tattoo Near Me - Vallejo, California

I really liked the art work that he can do! Very professional attitude and customer service skills!!!!! I had a good time stopping by..

I got my very first tattoo done here, the day after New Years; and it was a pretty big piece. And I have to say, Rick did an amazing job! I'm in love with my tattoo, and he made it look more real by adding some little things onto my tat. I also liked the fact that he cares for the treatment, of your tattoo. Will definitely come back for my second tat. And yes, it hurts sooo good! read more

Tattoo process was fast and clean ! Tottally going to come back I went to 3 different shops to get a price check on a Tatt I wanted and all those amatuers gave a high price with out even looking at it, this shop was my last hope and he gave me a super reasonable price after looking at, best feeling ever when you have great prices and great service. read more

I went to Only Skin Deep to get a cover up. I had the worst most disgusting tattoo ever. It was a blue heart with the word "Always" underneath it and 3 simple/bulky butterflies going through it. I went to Old Crow in Oakland and Stewart said I'd have to get laser surgery to get it light enough to cover. So I went to Rick to get a second opinion and as soon as he saw it, he agreed to do it. Now its the most beautiful tattoo I have and I'm not embarrassed to show it anymore. Thanks Rick!! You're the BEST!!!! read more

Had a tribute done for my mom. Best tattoo artist ever. He also did my dads and my first one in 98. He is also an awesome person which makes the process easier read more

Absolutely amazing place! Ricky is wonderful and you won't find nobody better! He has 46 years of experience and it shows!! Your experience will never be dull and you will always leave happy. Ricky did my first tattoo at 18 now a total of 4 by 21, will never go anywhere else. THANK YOU RICKY!!! read more

Great shop, great art work. Rick makes you feel like family. Worth every cent!

I LOVE Ricky!! I've gotten 3 of my 6 tats done by him and they are my BEST looking pieces! His prices can be a bit steep, but his work is TOTALLY worth it!! He is AMAZING!!!! read more

Ricky is super nice and does great work. He is super clean and professional everyone gets treated with great respect and he is very knowledgeable about the tattoo's. I have been going to Ricky for many years now . he is the only one that tattoo's me. his shop is very cool lots of cool things to look at and Ricky has some great stories and he is very funny. so if you are looking for a great tattoo go and see my friend Ricky at Only Skin Deep. Because it Hurts SO Good. read more

I got my first professional tattoo here and boy did it look great! Rick was very quick and precise with what I wanted and how I wanted to do it while making a preferable simple adjustment. What impressed me the most was his rough scripted explanation of what to do before, during, and after the process of getting my tattoo done. Excellent work! read more

By far the best tattoo experience I could ask for. Ricky was friendly and professional. But it's the quality of the work that will make me go back. Getting a tattoo is one of the most personal things one can do. My tattoo was a portrait of my recently passed dog so it was also an emotional event. Ricky understood that and handled it as well as I could ever ask. read more

Mr Rangoon Ricky is a beast. the end. lol great atmosphere and dope tattoo artist. He did my piece behind my tricep and its clean as fuck. he's been tattooing for years and definitely knows what he's doing like some other fraud artists out there. haha basically get here cuz its guaranteed worth your time and money. read more

I got 2 hello kitty bow tattoos on my wrist done by Rick about 3 months ago & I loved them he did a great job he is a little pricey but it wasn't to bad he made me feel more comfortable when he was doing my tattoos talking to me & stuff & he told me very well everything about the after care which is very helpful not a lot of places tell you things like that well said at least! I've seen a lot of comments & have heard he's rude but I don't think he is at all I just think a lot of people can't handle what he says & get offended when he says what's on his mind!! I recommend him definitely :) read more

Great job Ricky, my husband and I will defiantly will go back and get more tattoos from him, he takes some time to get ready but ones your on the chair his fast and those a great job, great experience ( it's hurts so good) :) read more

Great customer service, they really care and deliver top notch work. When the service is done, you will not want to leave.

This place is the worse. The owner was very rude and not polite at all. All I got was 3 small starts on my shoulder and they came out horrible. I'm in the process of getting them fixed with a different tattoo artist. Don't risk getting bad work go to someone else. read more

Rick is very RUDE!!! I didn't even get to start my session because of his attitude. I literally walked out. Will never go back

They say when you find something good, you hold on to it... That's exactly how I feel about Mr. Rick. I first saw his work on my boyfriend, who has 10 tattoos done by him and compared to the two that are done by other [local] shops, you can see the difference in quality and appearance. Rick's tattoos prove that it's the little things that make all the difference. My boyfriend has a dove that he simply shaded in and it looks as if he filled it in with white. By far my favorite tattoo I've ever seen and it's your typical dove with an olive branch tattoo. But what made me fall in love with his work is the two tattoos I have. My first was a yellow red tip rose with my boyfriend's name as the stem. The colors are so rich, the healing was quick and the pain didn't last long. Rick was so kind and soothing and it helped tremendously. I walked out proud of it and not because it symbolized true love and friendship but because of the fact it was seemlessly beautiful. I knew then, no one with a tattoo gun besides Rick would ink this skin. I recently lost my grandmother, I walked in his shop with a vague description of a collage I wanted and when he sketched it out and showed it to me, I was speechless and all I could say is that I loved it. Every aspect was spot on and truly fulfilled the meaning behind it. I saw it on me and he brought tears to my eyes. To see that Rick had the ability to bring her memory to life, that I was able to carry her around physically ended my mourning and I know that my grandmother would be proud. Rick is the epitome of what a tattoo artist should be he's an outstanding artist, he makes your ink dreams a reality. He's talented at drawing, it makes your tattoos come out even better. I've seen a few of his portraits and you won't get that traced, scaled down mashed into size look you see and cringe at with most portrait tattoos. Lettering, classics, new school, portraits, something uniquely different that you came up with... Rick is a Jack of all trades read more

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I just went to Rangoon Ricky to get my first tattoo for my 20th birthday. I wanted my moms tattoo but with a bit more customization. It came out better than i could have ever imagined. Amazing work! And it was very reasonable as well! Ricky talked me through everything and made me feel very comfortable during the whole process, which from walking into the door to walking out of the door was only 1 hour. It hurt sooo good!!! read more

"it hurt so good" only at skin deep vallejo ca.. (in my mr.ricky's voice)the experience and customer service that my man and i recieved was exceptional !i've never had an tattoo done by free hand..this guy was amazing,great since of humor, but most importantly all of the work you'll see via pictures on the wall or in the books were all done by him and him alone...go see ricky at skin deep for your next tattoo experience . read more

I had a great experience, the owner took me in without an appointment and my tattoo turned out great. The owner took my idea and free handed a great piece. This is my second tattoo here and i would recommend this shop to everyone. read more