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Big Guns Tattoo Appleton logoHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%36+19.6Reliability 24%14+3.4Value 14%44+6.2Replies to reviews 7%13+0.9Craft & service penalty60−4Momentum penalty58−4.2Experts Score= 22Grade D: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.22SCORE

Big Guns Tattoo Appleton

Kimberly, WI · Grade DLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #19Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 19 tattoo parlors · 4.5★ from 233 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other tattoo parlors (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.

SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Big Guns Tattoo Appleton is better than 36% of tattoo parlors.D
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ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Big Guns Tattoo Appleton is better than 14% of tattoo parlors.F
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Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Big Guns Tattoo Appleton is better than 60% of tattoo parlors.B
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Big Guns Tattoo Appleton is better than 44% of tattoo parlors.C
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MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Big Guns Tattoo Appleton is better than 58% of tattoo parlors.C
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Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Big Guns Tattoo Appleton is better than 13% of tattoo parlors.F
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Customers hired Big Guns Tattoo Appleton for 5 kinds of job.

Big Guns Tattoo Appleton for tattoos

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.31
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.52
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$150–200
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$114–$340
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 44/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Tattoos”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#16 / 16

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Michele5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Brian is excellent. He is so talented! I got an amazing tattoo

Paid $150–200Tattoos
RachaelLocal Guide · 111 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Awesome work! Very professional! Kyle, the G. O. A. T

Paid $50–100Tattoos
AmyLocal Guide · 16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Clean and friendly shop. Went in for a Friday the 13th flash day. Kyle was accommodating to the small space I had available for placement. The design turned out beautifully and is currently healing as it should. A bonus note: I got an unlucky cat design and ended up winning a raffle later that night and I never win raffles. Thanks Kyle!

Paid $50–100Tattoos
BeefWellingtonLocal Guide · 20 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

I booked a half day with Nick Monty. I left a whole new person! I came in for a shark tattoo, and as he was doing it he noticed a bad tattoo on my arm that I was pretty self conscious about. He not only offered to fix it but did such an amazing job doing so! Staff was super friendly as I entered and I felt so welcome there. Definitely a new favorite shop!

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Paid $350–400Tattoo cover-ups & reworkingsTattoos
MattLocal Guide · 82 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

The quality of the work cant be beat! Anything you need from simple tattoos to very complicated work they have you covered. The atmosphere is 2nd to none! Everyone is happy and joking around. The prices fothe quality of work can not be beat! If your looking for tattoos or piercings this is the place for you. Go see…

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Paid $500+Tattoo cover-ups & reworkingsTattoosSleeve tattoos
ShaneLocal Guide · 72 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Nick did a great job, Enjoyable vibes from the whole team. Highly recommend.

Paid $250–300Tattoos
KyleenLocal Guide · 41 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

We had a wonderful experience at Big Gun Tattoo during a really tough time. We came in last minute to get memorial tattoos for my niece, and Brian was absolutely amazing—so kind, patient, and accommodating. He made the whole experience feel thoughtful and personal. Big thanks to Kyle and Nick, too, for running…

Paid $50–100Tattoos
barb9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a year ago★

Price very high for what little I received. I expected $100 . Tattoo was super simple. They just did an outline with no shadowing or highlights (which I thought they’d add). Very disappointed. Compared to my other tattoos (17) this one is a 1 out of 10. Embarassed when people make neg comments about them. The…

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Paid $150–200Tattoos
Joshua8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

This is the only shop I'll ever go to! I've been getting work done here for a few years now and there is a reason I come back! Very clean, very fun environment, and the work is remarkable! The artists at this shop take pride in their work, provide honest feedback, and always make sure to double and triple check before they get started!

Tattoos
Dean1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

I have had both arms done with Brian at Big Guns. It has been an awesome experience. I told Brian what I was looking to do and he helped me design both arms. His work is top notch! I would recommend him to anyone.

TattoosTattoo designTattoo cover-ups & reworkings
Michelle6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

We drive about an hour just to see Brian. The shop is beautiful, and all of the artists are professional and do amazing work!

Tattoos
KimberlyLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

We can't thank Nick and Greg enough for getting us in today. Nothing better then celebrating our wedding anniversary with some ink! Thank you both sooo much!! You guys do incredible work ❤️

Tattoos
TracyLocal Guide · 75 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Brian did an amazing job, will definitely be going back. Besides doing an amazing job, the whole shop was extremely inviting and clean.

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TattoosTattoo design
BronLocal Guide · 214 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Barb wire never stopped being cool, people did ! Nick, Talen and the rest of the staff will treat you right. One of the best tattoo shops in the valley. There is also a tattoo museum and oddities collection in the basement. This place is TOTALLY RAD

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Paid $100–150Tattoos
JonathanLocal Guide · 35 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Great place to get a tattoo. Desiree did a great job.

Paid $100–150Tattoos
NancyLocal Guide · 11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Greg Klippel at Big Guns Tattoo did a cover up tattoo for me. I have never had such a great experience getting a tattoo! I have many…. He is an amazing artist! He is professional, compassionate, a great conversationalist and really puts you at ease. I would highly recommend him! The shop is beautifully decorated and…

Tattoos
Taylor2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★

Real cool people to talk to. Unfortunately my tattoo has a TON of holidays and no straight lines. Artist was very heavy handed. There is areas of shading that do not match the outline shown prior to appointment. Nor does the shading make sense. Not given any advice on after care or even a piece of paper on what to…

Tattoos
AllieLocal Guide · 107 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

NICK MONTY IS WHERE IT'S AT! Kind, considerate, easy to collorbate with, fair pricing, works fast here's my story: I had gone on Big Guns Instagram a few months ago looking for someone to do a color cover up for me. I made an appointment with Frank for a consult. He had quoted me $3000 for 12 hours of work with…

Paid $150–200Tattoos
Incog4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Frank is the best there is! Kills it every time, can’t wait for my next session

Color ink tattoosTattoos
Jasmin2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★

From piercings to tattoos, I've had nothing but amazing experience here. Friendly staff and an extremely clean environment. Cody and Brian are insanely talented. Thank you again!

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Price

$123-23% vs typical tattoo parlors

Bar = middle half of what customers paid · gold mark = category median.

Price verdictsGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Great price 0%Reasonable 0%Overpriced 0%Not sure 0%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Tattoos31$114–$340
Piercings4$20–$81
Tattoo cover-ups & reworkings4$183–$485
Tattoo design4$74–$233
Nose piercing3—

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