Times are tough

[danktat]

Struggling. This is a horrible time of year for tattooing. And in this economy, it is even worse than usual. I may end up having to sell Morgan to make it through the next moth or so. It won't be the first time.....and if history is any indication....it won't be the last time I have to sell some sh*t to get through a winter. I don't want to let her go. I have a lot of memories playing out with her. But, survival is a thing. And come tax return season, I will probably buy another PRS.

We will see how the next few days goes. I will still at this point have my SE A40E. But I will feel like I am not really a PRS owner at that point. So I may not post until I get a new core.

 

[aamefford]

Struggling. This is a horrible time of year for tattooing. And in this economy, it is even worse than usual. I may end up having to sell Morgan to make it through the next moth or so. It won't be the first time.....and if history is any indication....it won't be the last time I have to sell some sh*t to get through a winter. I don't want to let her go. I have a lot of memories playing out with her. But, survival is a thing. And come tax return season, I will probably buy another PRS.

We will see how the next few days goes. I will still at this point have my SE A40E. But I will feel like I am not really a PRS owner at that point. So I may not post until I get a new core.

Covered elsewhere here somewhere as far as the "can I still belong without a PRS" sentiment. As far as I'm concerned, a resounding "Hell Yeah!" I'm pretty sure you don't need a PRS to be part of the community. The A40E totally qualifies you as a PRS owner anyway. I joined with a single SE C-22, and I haven't shut up since. I'm super sorry for the tough times. I'm no help, too far away. I'm ink-less though. Not sure how tattoos go on 65 year old skin though. Hang in there! I hope things smooth out for you after the holidays.

 

[Moondog Wily]

That is a shame Danktat! I wish I could help by throwing some biz your way ;~)) You are always a part of this community IMO, PRS or not!!!

 

[WingerRules]

You are always a part of this community IMO, PRS or not!!!

Dang straight!

 

[Maertl513]

@danktat, it's sad to hear about somebody's struggling.
Have you considered to show off with your art on different channels additionally to your tattoo shop likewise content on Insta, TikTok, FB-reels and so on?
Though I'm not the right customer because I once decided to have only a few hairs and scars on my skin, proper advertising is key to convince people to put some bucks on the table getting ink'd. In challenging economic times, people safe their money. Then convincing is even tougher.
Maybe you developed an unique tattoo style or design or a drawing.

And don't consider yourself being not worthwhile to stay in this forum.

 

[Greywolf]

My prayers are with you , hang in there!

 

[theDeepender]

Struggling. This is a horrible time of year for tattooing. And in this economy, it is even worse than usual. I may end up having to sell Morgan to make it through the next moth or so. It won't be the first time.....and if history is any indication....it won't be the last time I have to sell some sh*t to get through a winter. I don't want to let her go. I have a lot of memories playing out with her. But, survival is a thing. And come tax return season, I will probably buy another PRS.

We will see how the next few days goes. I will still at this point have my SE A40E. But I will feel like I am not really a PRS owner at that point. So I may not post until I get a new core.

Praying

 

[dogrocketp]

You came here for a reason, Kenneth. The reason still exists. Don’t even think about leaving the forum.

 

[TonyT]

Just remember that many times the struggles and difficulties in life also build character. Stay strong and you will be even better in the end. It’s just a different form of “asset”.

As for guitars, it’s not about how many you own now … or what model … it’s about what you dream about playing in the future and figuring out a way to finally get “that one” in your hands … and knowing you earned it.

 

[WEDGE]

I feel you big time. When I was 24 I moved to Florida in like ‘88. Broke as a joke and had to sell off my gear. killer Charvel guitar. ‘76 Marshall JMP 50 watt head. Silver anniversary Marshall 4x12 slant cab. Best sound I ever had, and gone for a fraction of what it would be worth now (pawn shops in Florida at the time had piles of killer Marshall heads on the shelf for like 350 bucks all day long). Still hurts.

Hang in there and keep coming around. I’d come back if I was totally PRS’less without hesitation.

 

[BrianC]

Good luck

 

[sergiodeblanc]

Oof! I feel you!

I can’t even remember all the gear I’d have to say goodbye to from January to March just to get by.

That insecurity definitely lead me to a hoarding kind of mentality when it comes to guitars.

 

[Bogner]

I Am Sorry To Hear This.

I Pray Things Turn Around Quickly For You.

 

[Daryl Jones]

Feel for you brother. So far I've managed to bumble my way through downtimes on my reduced (retirement) income when I get stupid and overspend. But that's a self induced thing not a result of economic trends. I know how much inflation and reduced commerce has hit so many people in the last year or so. It's frightening actually.

 

[bodia]

Hang tough!

 

[Prs Mods too]

Sorry to hear this. I hope you make it through just fine. Mojo sent.

 

[László]

You're a great tattoo artist. That's a deserving thing, if you ask me.

Bet a lot of us would kick in to a Go Fund Me page to help support and honor your art. It wouldn't take all that many of us to make a difference with even small contributions.

 

[gush]

You're a great tattoo artist. That's a deserving thing, if you ask me.

Bet a lot of us would kick in to a Go Fund Me page to help support and honor your art. It wouldn't take all that many of us to make a difference with even small contributions.

Agreed

 

[vchizzle]

Hang in there bud. You obviously don’t need a PRS to hang here. Still, it sucks selling stuff to make ends meet. Been there. Time for @WingerRules to get that back piece started. The big question is it a DT or Winger piece. I’d advise against anything to do with She’s only 17…

 

[Black Plaid]

Once a member, always a member. You can check out, but you can never leave.