Very cool piece of work. But now I have Metallica stuck in my head, thanks!
I've never mustered up the gumption or desire to have a tattoo myself, but I can certainly appreciate the artistry here. Looks like you found not just the best in the state but one of the best all around.
You definitely have to want it! It's a lot of pain and hassle and it's with you for life, unless you want to go through even more pain and hassle getting rid of it. Of my 5 tattoos, I love 4 of them. I'm pretty ashamed of the first one I got, but at least it's on my back and is easily hidden.