SAILOR JERRY

Sailor Jerry — Tattoo Flash Knife Rack
16×20 mixed-media knife rack on solid wood canvas

This piece recreates the classic tattoo flash wall of the Sailor Jerry era, reflecting the traditional American tattoo shops of the 1930s–1960s. The surface features iconic flash imagery—eagles, pin-ups, skulls, and daggers—capturing the authentic selection boards sailors once chose from.

Mounted across the center is an 8-inch chef knife with a walnut handle, paired with a matching wooden saya featuring the classic “Death Before Dishonor” heart-and-dagger tattoo. And an open peg slot for you to add your own.

A one of a kind functional knife rack and wall sculpture honoring traditional tattoo culture.