Before I go to an event whether that's a signing where athletes/celebs will be then I'll buy something similar to what I want to get signed, so If I want a funko pop I'll buy a couple of $3 pops and test different pens, yeah you spend a bit more money but then I know what will look best and can use that and be happy with my autograph. Its best to trial and error these things rather than meeting your favourite athlete and the signature gets messed up because of the wrong pen.
I've found that if you give someone a large tip paint pen, they sign a larger autograph compared to if you give them a Sharpie. Is there a large Sharpie out there for signing large items like a 18x24 poster or vinyl album cover? The largest non-black Sharpie I've seen are just 'Fine', which isn't that large. Thanks!
I know everyone swears by deco paint pens, but I use uni paint pens all the time and they always work great for me. Their standard size I find is the perfect size and fits on most every item. Not too thick, not too thin. And if you’re needing a white paint pen, molotow white is the best white I think.
Thank you for your insights! I've been a professional athlete on a world level for over 40 years. People are bombarding me to sign T-Shirts and other materials that stretches when signing an autograph. So far, I not found one product that does not pull when using for this purpose. I've spent hours reading and watching videos. I am astounded that no ones mentions any marker that flows over cloth surfaces. The only thing I that come close is a steel rollerball paint marker. IMO, Sharpies are the worse! What are your thoughts?
Right there with you. I think autograph fading is just something that so many people (especially newer people in the hobby) don’t think about. Can’t tell you how many signed photos or mini helmets I have that were signed in black or blue sharpie that fade after just 3 years or so. Not even in the light, still in UV protection, and under LED as opposed to fluorescent lights. Thats why I personally will never ever get an item signed in black or blue sharpie again. Done with it. Fed up. I’ve sent items off to signings and asked for black paint pen, and if it’s done in black sharpie, I will just straight up try to sell the item most of the time. Paint pens on photos, balls, helmets, you name it. Silver and gold sharpie are fine
Mark Hamill Luke Skywalker , I will be getting an expensive autograph from him on the light metal aluminum type lightsabers, I have watched many of your videos, which marker would you recommend??? Obviously waiting in line can be a little bit crazy and there is a certain amount of prep with paint pens. Also a lightsaber does not have a large surface for the autograph. Roughly an inch to an inch and a half by 3 to 4 inches. Please let me know your recommendations
Getting some items signed later this year and somehow missed this video. Got some notes down so I can ask them to use certain pens. Thanks again for the informative videos you do Matt!!
I've gotten a lot of cards signed with blue sharpie, follows the old rule for signing a letter; blue ink means it's not a xerox lol. Glossy cards, gold paint pen are pretty cool. I met Bill Clinton, told my mom to wear a blue dress and ask Bill to sign it in a White paint pen (we laughed, but we'd never actually do that.)
What is your take on the iron-on numbers on the Nike replica jerseys? Same as the sewn-on numbers? This would be on the OG Phillies Maroon numbers, powder blue jersey. Color of choice is still silver?
in regards to blue pens for baseballs, dont use a cheap pen avoid the free hotel pens or office supply store pens stick to a name brand pen with consistent ink flow and color bic cristal pens are very consistent
I have a polyester TMNT jacket I want to get signed by the original 4 voice actors but I don't know if I should if it would run fade or anything. I'm just worried how it'll look. I'll still wear it actually anyway lol. Any ideas?
I cringe when people at baseball games hand a ball and a sharpie to a player. I will say there are times when a player will ask to borrow a fan’s sharpie and go down the line of fans waiting. This happened to me at the ahead of the second game of the Phillies-Mets doubleheader with Nick Castellanos, he signed my ball with a black sharpie he borrowed from a fan just to expedite the process. 🤷🏻♂️
I’m a huge hockey guy-I have a few autograph sharpies and I’m looking to get another new silver autograph sharpie from our team store very soon, what do you recommend for a black polyester carrying case that I’d like to get signed…is a brand new silver sharpie sufficient??? ☑️
I got Dominique Wilkins to sign a jersey over the weekend with a broad tip black deco. The auto looks phenomenal, but after I got it the paint looked to be wet still for awhile. As of right now I have it airing out still because I'm a little scared I might ruin the auto If I try to transfer it to it's display case when It's not dry. I'm just wondering what your experience is with paint markers on Mitchell & Ness jerseys to be specific. Great Video, Great Info. Thanks!
If it’s signed on a sewn on number it was dry within seconds. If it was signed on a screen printed number might take a few minutes. But whatever state it’s in now is what it’s going to be.
Question- My wife works for Valvoline and she got pit passes for Talladega NASCAR race. I'm bringing a Valvoline racing helmet that has several colors in it Black,Blue,white and Red. The Valvoline colors. Which colors and type of pen should I bring. Thank you
Hey Matt … for official footballs you mentioned to use a Prisma paint pen, but you inserted a picture of a deco paint pen … can you clarify your recommendation please … thanks!
Hi Matt, I'm considering having a 1994 Topps Finest Refractor and 1998 Topps Chrome refractor cards signed at the national this year. Do you know if those surfaces would need to be prepped before signing? And what are your thoughts on using a blue or black sharpie on them vs a Deco pen? Thank You.
I’m a huge hockey guy-I have a few autograph sharpies and I’m looking to get another new silver autograph sharpie from our team store very soon, what do you recommend for a black polyester carrying case that I’d like to get signed…is a brand new silver sharpie sufficient??? ☑️
On prizims and Topps chrome steadler bubbbles up. The sharpie metallic series works on any card, they now make blue metallic and I have not tried thatZ
absolutely loved this video. very informative! i ordered a HJC half motorcycle helmet. its the marvel punisher one. it’s black and it’s made of Lightweight Advanced Polycarbonate Composite Shell. it’s not glossy like a nfl helmet. very very smooth but yet feels kinda like a yeti. i’m having Jon Bernthal sign it this weekend at a con. what would you recommend using for his auto (consisting of 2 letters, a small drawn punisher skull) inscribed The Punisher + Frank Castle????? silver metallic sharpie marker?? deco paint pen silver? prismacolor silver paint pen?? thanks !!!
Can I know which pen is best for signing on motocross helmet or for any helmet for that matter ..please help.me.on this , i wish yellow paint pen for signaty on a red glossy arai helmet
If it’s a dark colored card, I generally prefer a white paint pen made by molotow. However, if a paint paint isn’t an option, then a silver sharpie is probably your only option.
I have a road game jersey from the Atlanta Braves it’s the color Navy & the number in the back is in red. what decocolor pen should I use black or silver???
Bit of an odd request. What about a card playmat (similar fabric material as a mousepad)? I don't want the signature to look like a blob so I was thinking a fine point sharpie.
Recently got back from a private signing and was disappointed in the type of sharpie markers the marker they used was way too thick making the autograph looked all jumbo together does sharpie have a special marker it’s just a little thicker than a ball point pen what size pan are used for these issued autographed cards
@@PowersSportsMemorabiliahow about for a record cover? I just bought sharpie water and oil based paint pens to compare and oil look a little better in my opinion. A little richer.
Best pen for cards like Panini Prizm that have dark background? I have a Russell Wilson 2012 Prizm RC that I would like signed but sharpie (blue) is barely noticeable on the card itself and I'm wary of paint pens.
There are probably 100s of different types of items you could get signed. Trunks. Belts. Pucks. Hockey sticks. Skates. Cleats. Shorts. Socks. Wristbands. Be here all day covering them all. Just got to focus on the big ones. But the answer is really any pen works.
Hey Matt! For helmets, I noticed that you recommended a broad paint pen. and then you said Prisma is the best brand. They only make broad for silver and gold. I was wondering what you would use for a matte white helmet? A black prisma paint pen fine tip? Just a thought: should i clip off the tip of the prisma fine point and thereby broaden it a bit as it is thicker at the base? Getting a Joe Montana and Jerome Bettis autograph on some helmets next weekend and want it to be perfect.. Would really appreciate the help!! Thank you.
Please HELP!!!! Hello, What pen would you use on a silver Metal Lightsabers. The sabers are in the 400 dollar range. 1 has a shinny finish, the other has more of a flat silver. For the more glossy lightsaber I wanted to us blue because It is the Anakin Revenge of the Sith version (ROTS) lightsaber. The other I have No preference on autograph color. There is obviously limited space. Thank you very much for the info. I can also send you a link to these sabers as well.
Before I go to an event whether that's a signing where athletes/celebs will be then I'll buy something similar to what I want to get signed, so If I want a funko pop I'll buy a couple of $3 pops and test different pens, yeah you spend a bit more money but then I know what will look best and can use that and be happy with my autograph. Its best to trial and error these things rather than meeting your favourite athlete and the signature gets messed up because of the wrong pen.
I've found that if you give someone a large tip paint pen, they sign a larger autograph compared to if you give them a Sharpie. Is there a large Sharpie out there for signing large items like a 18x24 poster or vinyl album cover? The largest non-black Sharpie I've seen are just 'Fine', which isn't that large. Thanks!
There are larger than fine ones
While not sports related, would you go sharpie or deco paint pen on a band tour shirt?
Either one
What’s the best pen for fanatics jerseys?
You have to get them signed on the Jersey not the number
@@PowersSportsMemorabilia Ok thanks I’m planning to get a devin booker jersey to get signed and is decocolor fine paint pen good?
@@xycles4371 yes but you can’t get the numbers signed. It has to be signed on the Jersey.
@@PowersSportsMemorabilia Ok bro thanks I’ll ask for the players to sign on the jersey this is exactly what I needed
@@PowersSportsMemorabiliado you recommend sharpie or decocolor fine on fanatics jerseys (not the numbers)?
I know everyone swears by deco paint pens, but I use uni paint pens all the time and they always work great for me. Their standard size I find is the perfect size and fits on most every item. Not too thick, not too thin. And if you’re needing a white paint pen, molotow white is the best white I think.
The Uni Paint PX-20?
I'm going to supercross next month, and want to get my mx helmet signed. So I'm here trying to see what pen would give me the best autographs.
I try to avoid anything with black ink. Blue or silver always looks so much better.
Thank you for your insights!
I've been a professional athlete on a world level for over 40 years. People are bombarding me to sign T-Shirts and other materials that stretches when signing an autograph. So far, I not found one product that does not pull when using for this purpose. I've spent hours reading and watching videos. I am astounded that no ones mentions any marker that flows over cloth surfaces. The only thing I that come close is a steel rollerball paint marker. IMO, Sharpies are the worse!
What are your thoughts?
Great Advice.....Ive had autographed treasures fade away over the years
Right there with you. I think autograph fading is just something that so many people (especially newer people in the hobby) don’t think about. Can’t tell you how many signed photos or mini helmets I have that were signed in black or blue sharpie that fade after just 3 years or so. Not even in the light, still in UV protection, and under LED as opposed to fluorescent lights. Thats why I personally will never ever get an item signed in black or blue sharpie again. Done with it. Fed up. I’ve sent items off to signings and asked for black paint pen, and if it’s done in black sharpie, I will just straight up try to sell the item most of the time. Paint pens on photos, balls, helmets, you name it. Silver and gold sharpie are fine
Mark Hamill Luke Skywalker , I will be getting an expensive autograph from him on the light metal aluminum type lightsabers, I have watched many of your videos, which marker would you recommend???
Obviously waiting in line can be a little bit crazy and there is a certain amount of prep with paint pens. Also a lightsaber does not have a large surface for the autograph. Roughly an inch to an inch and a half by 3 to 4 inches. Please let me know your recommendations
Getting some items signed later this year and somehow missed this video. Got some notes down so I can ask them to use certain pens. Thanks again for the informative videos you do Matt!!
Why is there a microphone pointed at his armpit? 😂
Oh do tell what the comment was before “edited.”
This video is much useful for us. We appreciate it.
I've gotten a lot of cards signed with blue sharpie, follows the old rule for signing a letter; blue ink means it's not a xerox lol. Glossy cards, gold paint pen are pretty cool. I met Bill Clinton, told my mom to wear a blue dress and ask Bill to sign it in a White paint pen (we laughed, but we'd never actually do that.)
What about a Rawlins baseball Glove?
For black baseball bats, are you using decocolor fine or broad?
What is your take on the iron-on numbers on the Nike replica jerseys? Same as the sewn-on numbers? This would be on the OG Phillies Maroon numbers, powder blue jersey. Color of choice is still silver?
Blue markers are the plaque. I have several items that faded over the years.
I used a blue Bic pen to get a baseball signed. It has always been kept in a UV cube. And the ink looks purple now.
i dont sign baseballs, as they are made from the skin of baby animals that were crying for their moms
in regards to blue pens for baseballs, dont use a cheap pen
avoid the free hotel pens or office supply store pens
stick to a name brand pen with consistent ink flow and color
bic cristal pens are very consistent
I have a polyester TMNT jacket I want to get signed by the original 4 voice actors but I don't know if I should if it would run fade or anything. I'm just worried how it'll look. I'll still wear it actually anyway lol. Any ideas?
I cringe when people at baseball games hand a ball and a sharpie to a player. I will say there are times when a player will ask to borrow a fan’s sharpie and go down the line of fans waiting. This happened to me at the ahead of the second game of the Phillies-Mets doubleheader with Nick Castellanos, he signed my ball with a black sharpie he borrowed from a fan just to expedite the process. 🤷🏻♂️
RIP Prisma
Best pen/option for a red everlast boxing glove??
Awesome video 💪 However what about books?? Like, actual books, not magazines.
Sharpie
Impressive information.
Have you done a record sleeve video?
Thank you. - C
What about boxing gloves? 🥊
What about boxing gloves? 🥊
Water or oil based for paint pens
What should I use for a black hat?
Hats I really dislike sharpies on bills of hats. Prefer paint pens
I’m a huge hockey guy-I have a few autograph sharpies and I’m looking to get another new silver autograph sharpie from our team store very soon, what do you recommend for a black polyester carrying case that I’d like to get signed…is a brand new silver sharpie sufficient??? ☑️
I got Dominique Wilkins to sign a jersey over the weekend with a broad tip black deco. The auto looks phenomenal, but after I got it the paint looked to be wet still for awhile. As of right now I have it airing out still because I'm a little scared I might ruin the auto If I try to transfer it to it's display case when It's not dry. I'm just wondering what your experience is with paint markers on Mitchell & Ness jerseys to be specific.
Great Video, Great Info. Thanks!
If it’s signed on a sewn on number it was dry within seconds. If it was signed on a screen printed number might take a few minutes. But whatever state it’s in now is what it’s going to be.
Penny-Sleeves! Genius!
What Pen would you use for a Black Rawlings Baseball? Gold Sharpie or Gold Paint Pen?
Either one
Awesome video! And you are 100% right those white footballs are the worst, only ever got 3 signed and all of them fade away so quick
My go to markers were silver prismas and blue sharpies over the years
I'm looking to get an autograph on a LOTR stainless steel sword. What kind of pen would you recommend? Thanks
What do you suggest for a glossy aluminum metal art print?
Sharpie
What kind of pen do you recommend for a glossy photo and also for a canvas?
You can use either a sharpie or paint pen it doesn’t matter
What Pen/Marker would you use on the Plastic Legacy lightsaber Box. The Box is a gray color with lots of room.
White/ green luka jersey screen on, going to game tonight lmkkkkk
awesome
What do you think of the Zebra Metallic Brush Pens? I’ve heard this is a good pen, but don’t know much about it.
Prisma markers are SO hard to find, do you have a link? Is acrylic paint pens or oil better for basketball autographs?
What about getting a new era hat signed?
@@daniellawson6923 paint pen
Question- My wife works for Valvoline and she got pit passes for Talladega NASCAR race. I'm bringing a Valvoline racing helmet that has several colors in it Black,Blue,white and Red. The Valvoline colors. Which colors and type of pen should I bring. Thank you
Paint pen
Hey Matt … for official footballs you mentioned to use a Prisma paint pen, but you inserted a picture of a deco paint pen … can you clarify your recommendation please … thanks!
Broad prisma color paint pen
@@PowersSportsMemorabilia Thanks … by the way … I really appreciate your videos! My only complaint is that I wish you posted more frequently 😉
@@marcjoseph9122 me too. Just been slammed with signings lately.
Hi Matt, what about wool material jackets? what type of pen would you recommend? thanks!!!
What’s the best for a Masters Flag??
Sharpie
Hi Matt, I'm considering having a 1994 Topps Finest Refractor and 1998 Topps Chrome refractor cards signed at the national this year. Do you know if those surfaces would need to be prepped before signing? And what are your thoughts on using a blue or black sharpie on them vs a Deco pen? Thank You.
I would prep any chrome card. Especially if using a paint pen. Sharpie you could probably get away without prepping.
@@PowersSportsMemorabilia Thanks Matt.
How do you prep it?
Yes. I am using a uini paint marker. prep the pen and powdered my card. In the end i have a very faint line auto. Till now i got no idea what happen.
Hello @Powers Sports Memorabilia - Do you think a gold paint pen on a photo with white jersey is a bad idea?
Hey what would be the best color and brand marker I should use to get my burgundy jersey from Deportes Tolima signed (2022 home kit)?
I’m a huge hockey guy-I have a few autograph sharpies and I’m looking to get another new silver autograph sharpie from our team store very soon, what do you recommend for a black polyester carrying case that I’d like to get signed…is a brand new silver sharpie sufficient??? ☑️
What would you recommend for a 3D Lenticular Print?
On prizims and Topps chrome steadler bubbbles up. The sharpie metallic series works on any card, they now make blue metallic and I have not tried thatZ
I hope this can be answer even if this video was upload a while back… what about Banpresto figure boxes? Will it erase easy on those?
What do you think about about a black fine Deco paint pen or a silver metallic Primacolor marker on a Orange helmet?
I’m getting a Ronin Funko pop signed. What color paint pen should I use? Gold, black or white????
I prefer white on my funkos
absolutely loved this video. very informative! i ordered a HJC half motorcycle helmet. its the marvel punisher one. it’s black and it’s made of Lightweight Advanced Polycarbonate Composite Shell. it’s not glossy like a nfl helmet. very very smooth but yet feels kinda like a yeti. i’m having Jon Bernthal sign it this weekend at a con. what would you recommend using for his auto (consisting of 2 letters, a small drawn punisher skull) inscribed The Punisher + Frank Castle????? silver metallic sharpie marker?? deco paint pen silver? prismacolor silver paint pen?? thanks !!!
I would probably go with a broad prisma
@@PowersSportsMemorabilia i sent a pic of the helmet via message to your instagram. thanks !
Can I know which pen is best for signing on motocross helmet or for any helmet for that matter
..please help.me.on this , i wish yellow paint pen for signaty on a red glossy arai helmet
Yellow gold or silver paint
@@PowersSportsMemorabilia you mean paint pen ? If so which brand is good ?.
@@automotomahi deco or prisma
Yes man .u understood right
Whst would you use for a darker card? A blue sharpie doesnt really pop on it
If it’s a dark colored card, I generally prefer a white paint pen made by molotow. However, if a paint paint isn’t an option, then a silver sharpie is probably your only option.
@@PowersSportsMemorabilia Thank you
I have a road game jersey from the Atlanta Braves it’s the color Navy & the number in the back is in red. what decocolor pen should I use black or silver???
Either one works fine.
Any recommendation for printing plates? It’s looking like industrial sharpie (black) or blue staedtler?
Sharpie or paint pen work fine
Hi there, great video!! Quick question, what would be the best permanent marker brand to use on movie steelbooks ?
Sorry haven’t had any signed before
Soccer balls???
Which is the best pen for vinyl covers ?
Black felt cowboy hat?
Sorry haven’t had one signed. Paint pen does better on baseball hats than a sharpie and they are similar materials.
How about authentic wrestling belts?
Leather items I prefer paint pen
Great run down, appreciate it.
Bit of an odd request. What about a card playmat (similar fabric material as a mousepad)? I don't want the signature to look like a blob so I was thinking a fine point sharpie.
Sharpie
Recently got back from a private signing and was disappointed in the type of sharpie markers the marker they used was way too thick making the autograph looked all jumbo together does sharpie have a special marker it’s just a little thicker than a ball point pen what size pan are used for these issued autographed cards
Fine point
What pen would you recommend for a golf club putter face signature?
Haven’t had any of those done. But a metal surface probably a paint pen.
Color? UFC cards are worth more signed in "red." Is that the case for other sports?
Since ufc fighters don’t have team colors gold or red usually look sharp.
Black jersey number , sewn on number. Best pen?
Silver deco paint pen
What are the Best recommend baseballs ⚾️ to use for a signing?
Blue ballpoint pen
Idk about sharpie on white panel basketball take. I used deco black and after 6 months it worked great and dried.
You’re one of the lucky ones. Last 3 I’ve had done where a paint pen was accidentally used and it never dried and smudged everywhere.
The Prismacolor Silver Broad seem to be discontinued. What's a good alternative?
Deco
So the deco color paint markers work well on a Matte Finish? Leaning towards white on a dark service.
Yes. Silver better than white.
Quick question: what would I get a black canvas print of a sports player signed in
Depends who it is and where you are getting it signed
im going to a jerry cantrell concert soon, should i get a poster/photo, a vinyl, or a cd autographed?
Get whatever you like to collect.
@@PowersSportsMemorabilia thanks for your help that made things much clearer
I’m getting a Saints jersey from NFL shop. Would you recommend the Deco for a Black Saints Jersey with Gold # or something else?
Sure
What would you use to autograph an mlb base bag (2nd base)?
Sharpie is fine on those. Or you could do a broad paint pen.
Wrestling belts?
If plastic sharpie. If leather paint pen
Water vs oil base for paint pens?
Depends what item. I prefer acrylic based for cards. Molotow
@@PowersSportsMemorabiliahow about for a record cover? I just bought sharpie water and oil based paint pens to compare and oil look a little better in my opinion. A little richer.
What pen would you recommend for a baseball
A blue ball point pen
Hi, any advice on which pen to use on a WWE wrestling belt?
Paint pen if leather
Any advice on what to use on an electric guitar??
What’s the material?
Best pen for a motorcycle helmet? I see prisma is donzo. Any help?
That works or deco
What should I use for a booklet? Would, say, a blue pen or marker be fine?
Paper material?
what kind of pen would you recommend on a dark matte photo? Silver sharpie or silver paint pen?
Paint
Best pen for cards like Panini Prizm that have dark background? I have a Russell Wilson 2012 Prizm RC that I would like signed but sharpie (blue) is barely noticeable on the card itself and I'm wary of paint pens.
Paint pens are fine. Blue sharpie is the only sharpie I would ever use on a prizm card.
Really helpful, thank u!
Imagine not covering boxing gloves 🤦🏻♂️🚮
There are probably 100s of different types of items you could get signed. Trunks. Belts. Pucks. Hockey sticks. Skates. Cleats. Shorts. Socks. Wristbands. Be here all day covering them all. Just got to focus on the big ones. But the answer is really any pen works.
What about a hat? Like a baseball style cap 🧢?
Paint
@@PowersSportsMemorabilia deco or prisma? Does it matrer
@@bassassinfishing4937 doesn’t mattew
What’s the best marker for a hockey puck
I like a fine or extra fine paint pen
What would u recommend on a boxing glove?
I prefer sharpie as they dry really quick.
Hey Matt! For helmets, I noticed that you recommended a broad paint pen. and then you said Prisma is the best brand. They only make broad for silver and gold. I was wondering what you would use for a matte white helmet? A black prisma paint pen fine tip? Just a thought: should i clip off the tip of the prisma fine point and thereby broaden it a bit as it is thicker at the base? Getting a Joe Montana and Jerome Bettis autograph on some helmets next weekend and want it to be perfect.. Would really appreciate the help!! Thank you.
Deco broad works fine on helmets
Please HELP!!!!
Hello, What pen would you use on a silver Metal Lightsabers. The sabers are in the 400 dollar range. 1 has a shinny finish, the other has more of a flat silver. For the more glossy lightsaber I wanted to us blue because It is the Anakin Revenge of the Sith version (ROTS) lightsaber. The other I have No preference on autograph color. There is obviously limited space. Thank you very much for the info. I can also send you a link to these sabers as well.
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Blue sharpie would be fine. Black I prefer paint pen on.
@@PowersSportsMemorabilia Which black paint pen do you prefer For that metal? And thank you for the reply
@@darthmels deco is a good brand. Sharpie following them.