Review on Tattoo Cartridge Needles, CINRA 100Pcs Tattoo Needles Mixed 3RL 5RL 7RL 9RL 5RS 7RS 9RS 7M1 9M1 5RM Round Liner Shader Magnum Tattoo Machine Needles #12 Standard Rotary Tattoo Needles For Tattoo Kit Tattoo Supplies by Eddie Gordon

So, I've had an opportunity now to compare these needle cartridges from Cinra to others currently available in the same (or similar) price range.This is a selection of mixed cartridges. Here is what you will receive:5- 3 needle round liners with a medium taper.5- 5 needle round liners with a medium taper.5- 7 needle round liners with a medium taper.5- 9 needle round liners with a medium taper.5- 5 needle flat (mag) shaders with a short taper.5- 7 needle flat (mag) shaders with a short taper.5- 9 needle flat (mag) shaders with a short taper.5- 11 needle flat (mag) shaders, with a short taper.I was a bit disappointed to see the mags in #12 (short) taper. To me, although these pack a lot of color in, they're just hard for me to work with (could be my lack of skill and experience, not the needle cartridge). I simply prefer the feel of the #10, which seems to work more easily, doing less damage to the skin.Many, many years ago I would make my own liners and shaders using a soldering iron and jig. Having that experience, and of course, never wishing to repeat it, I have a deep admiration for needles like these in the cartridges. The solder job is always impressive, and naturally the fact that these are already sterilized and blister-packaged is impressive to me. No autoclave for these beauties!The cartridge itself is not unlike many others on the market, except for the fact that the side opening is a bit more generous. There are those "old timers" I suppose that will put a finger on the bar, controlling the movement of the liner, or shader. Old habits die hard, but this design should make these tattooists feel more comfortable.For amateurs like myself, I appreciate the construction of these cartridges, and the fact that they click in very solidly. That's reassuring.Other brands that I've sampled recently come with a flared silicone taper ring, right where the cartridge meets the tattoo "pen", or "gun". It's a place to put your fingers if your the type of tattooist that likes a bit of finger overhand. Learning to tattoo back when the tubes and grips were far narrower makes this an appealing feature, though not necessary.Lastly, these cartridges have a green top for shaders, and a black top for liners, also a nice feature. This is something that can be a time saver when you're tired and beginning to get a bit foggy. It also bears mentioning that the shaders/mags are NOT curved. They are flat, or square tipped. Some will like, some won't. For me, very familiar.Overall, this is a nice set. I personally would have preferred all medium taper (#10) needles, but hey, you certainly can't please everyone. I will certainly use and enjoy this set.