Chad Messersmith

Country: United States

State: Texas

Fire Dept: Austin Fire Department

Year Started in Fire Service: 2000

Rank: Other

Description: I wanted something that illistrated the things that are important to me. My family's names are in the top banners. Jolene has been my wife of 10 years. The Maltese Cross is a Pat Fish design with a personal flavor. My artist, Quan was able to take my idea and make my tat unique by giving it that 3D appearance.

The Colors of course signify our nation and everthing that we as firefighters are sworn to protect. 343 in the center is to honor our fallen brothers. The four words in the bottom banners, Honor, Loyalty, Duty, Courage, are the values that I beleive all firefighters should live by.I feel these words are so significant to us that I had them inked into my arm for all to see, and remember. AFD 2000 on the side of the Maltese signifies the year I started with my department. The year I retire I will complete this tat by having that year added on the other end.

Tattoo Location: Upper right arm

Year Inked: 2007

Studio: Animated World

Artist: Quan