30 Cool Arm Tattoos For Men
It is pretty common for men to sport tattoos. Besides the upper back, the arms are one of the places that men prefer to get their tattoos done. Some men prefer to show their tattoos off at all times, their profession supports that look and so they get their tattoos done on places where it can be seen all the time.
For other people in more formal professions, it is a better idea to hide tattoos and therefore men sometimes choose to get their tattoos done on the upper back, legs chest etc. Depending on one’s interests and preferences, men can go in for a range of arm tattoos that can compliment their look, their beliefs and their tastes.
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Dragon Arm
A dragon makes for a very traditional arm tattoo for men.
Weeping Angel
The weeping angel on the upper arm is a sweet tattoo that showcases a person’s inner feelings of sadness. Many people get this design done in memory of someone close who they have recently lost.
Viking Dot Style Tattoo
If you like the old ages and the ways people fought battles in those days then feel like a true Viking with this Viking dot style tattoo.
Tribal Arm Tattoo
The tribal design comes in various colors, sizes and shapes. This simple black and red one covers half the arm giving you the look of a tribal.
Memorial Skull
If you are part of a cult or just want people to think that, a memorial skull is probably the best design for your arm.
Clipper Ship Tattoo
If you are in the navy then get a clipper ship tattooed to your hand to show off your “true colors”.
Incubus Left Arm Tattoo
This black sketch incubus style design is a nice theme for the forearm.
Nothing Else Matters
The rock song “Nothing Else Matters” is a huge hit amongst present day and old day rock lovers. There is no better way to pay tribute to this hit then getting the note and lyrics etched on your arm.
Jesus Arm Tattoo
You pray to GOD everyday and if you’d like Christ to be closer to you, get a tattoo of him on your arm.
Ship Arm Tattoo
If you are a fan of the seven seas or sailing…then a ship is the ideal design for you.
Finger print arm tattoo
There is something unique and interesting about getting a giant fingerprint etched on your arm.
Snow Owl
Have a favorite animal? Get it tattooed on your arm, just like someone got their favorite snow owl tattooed on theirs.
Tribal Arm Tattoo 2
Another simple version of a tribal art inspired arm tattoo.
Phoenix Sleeve
Like the mighty Phoenix? Use it as a sleeve, like this fancy multicolored sleeve like tattoo of a phoenix.
“Respect” arm tattoo
If there is one thing people lack, it’s respect. Say it out loud with a tattoo etched on your arm.
Respect Loyalty Ambigram Arm Tattoo
Our Lady of Fatima
The illustration of the Lady of Fatima on your arm can make for a great design.
Right Arm wacky tattoo
Young enough to flaunt something wacky? Have a look at this original and wacky teenage design.
Design Arm Tattoo
The Eagle and flag colors can represent one’s love for the country…and a lot more in this Eagle inspired arm tattoo.
Big Red Guy
If you’d like to scare people off, this big red guy on your arm would do the trick.
Lion half sleeve tattoo
Feel like a lion? Get it tattooed on your arm and wear it everyday as a sleeve.
Playa Blanca
Get a simple playa banca tattoo if you think it’s what suits you best.
Men of Mayhem
Have a group? Like a group? Get a Men of Mayhem tattoo on your arm to show it then.
Metallica Arm Tattoo
If your love for music leads you to a favorite band, then show your love for it with the name tattooed on you.
Colored Arm Tattoo
This multi colored tattoo is perfect when you want to tell a story…
Broken Arm Tattoo
Want people to sympathize with you? Get the image of a broken arm tattooed to you.
Traditional Arm Tattoo
Be the man with the traditional arm tattoo that includes dragons and swords and all things male.
Arm Wordings Tattoo
If you like phrases. Or a paragraph from a book, etch it to your arm.
Deltoid Arm Tattoo
A simple black and blue deltoids arm tattoo.
Horror Tattoo
If you are a fan of horror stories, there’s nothing like getting a scary image etched on your arm for keeps.
Demons Arm Tattoo
Scared of the demons? Or like them? If you do…get them on your hand for keeps.






























Great page, very artistic tattoo’s keep them coming. I saw a tattoo competion with a woman covered in butterflies… absolutely brilliant overall effect – regards Marie
I LIKE ARMY FLAG ON MY LEFT HARM AND DAD NAME YEAS DATE OLD
BRID AND MOM ON MY LEG DIEN NAME YEAS DATE OLD AND
MY ANNA ON MY RIGHT LEG SISTER NAME YEAS DATE OLD
I hope you let the tattoo artist do the spelling!
Some of these are really lame. They might have been cool 10, 20 years ago, but now… NO.
Haha.. Tats are permanent mate.. Do you expect people to get new tats as they age!!!?? Funny chap..
Hold up! Are you honestly trying to say tattoos aren’t “cool” or “in style” anymore?!? Open your eyes man haha. EVERYONE has tattoos and they are now more excepted than ever! Get your facts straight. -.-
What were some of these people thinking? There is the good, the bad, and the ugly in these examples.
The last pic is pretty scary! But great work on the art.
those were some nice tats.
Last one and the broken arm one are scary but creative designs.
Thanks for this collection :)