Visible as a vertical torn-paper reveal, this black and grey tattoo design presents a hyper-detailed mechanical core made of gears, pipes, and springs. The scene begins near the upper arm with a large circular gear and progresses downward through interlocking cogwheels, threaded rods, valves, and slender tubes that vanish into the wrist. The torn edge framing creates a dramatic break in the skin, giving the illusion that the machinery is breaking through the surface. The artist uses high-contrast shading to mimic brushed steel and polished chrome, with meticulous line work to render fine gear teeth, pivot joints, and threaded fasteners. The composition relies on a structural rhythm of circular forms and linear pipes, producing a pattern-like flow that draws the eye along the metallic interior. This design conveys a symbolic tension between human flesh and engineered time, resonating with ideas of precision, resilience, and the integration of technology with self. The piece is suitable as a large forearm or sleeve tattoo and is particularly effective as a cover-up thanks to its dense shading and layered ink, which can mask previous ink while integrating new elements. In terms of technique, expect smooth black and grey gradients, crisp edge definition, and careful bleed management to preserve the illusion of depth through torn paper and inner machinery. While the scene reads as a standalone statement, it also functions well as a custom tattoo design within realistic mechanical tattooing, or as a Japanese-influenced industrial motif depending on placement. It is also an AI-generated tattoo project, illustrating how algorithmic design can inform bold, pattern-driven body art. If you are drawn to meaningful tattoos that celebrate craft and the beauty of engineered form, this gearwork pattern reveals a striking, durable statement.