Montreal’s oldest tattoo parlour has been operating out of Pointe-Saint-Charles since 1976, with red-and-black checkered floors, hand-drawn flash on the walls, and a no-nonsense vibe that hasn’t budged in decades. Owner Dave Cummings learned the trade old-school, under the wing of “Tattoo Tony,” a New York transplant who brought his machines and East Coast sensibility to Centre Street before tattooing was mainstream—or even legal in some cities.

Today, PSC still holds the line. The shop runs on walk-ins, phone calls, and face-to-face consultations. Dave and his crew specialize in bold traditional and Japanese-American pieces, with an emphasis on large-scale work that takes time, trust, and a steady hand. Don’t expect curated Instagram grids or flashy marketing; expect clean lines, quiet confidence, and a shop that’s earned its stripes.