What kind of sharpie for Autograph Jersey - Success!!!!

abcoltsfan

I might have a chance to get this jersey autographed and I would like to know if anyone had opinions on kind of sharpie or other pen to use. Also is there a preference among collectors where to get it signed? This is a PC item so it doesn't really matter, just curious. I am leaning towards getting it signed on the number. I would appreciate any help. This will hopefully be my first jersey signature. Thank you in advance.

Bishtw

When I first started getting autographs I used a black sharpie for everything. I soon realized that on most fabrics the ink from the sharpie spread wide causing the autos to look dumpy and in cases where the signed wrote small the letters sometimes bleed into each other and made the auto almost unreadable.
After that I started using fabric paint pens and markers. The are only a few bucks and come in many colors. Id suggest for you Jersey to have it signed on the #8 using a white paint pen.

Bishtw

This auto was done in black sharpie, you can see where the ink spread wide.

This was done with a silver paint pen. See how the letters are still crisp.

lawnmowerman

I concur with the silver paint pen. I have jerseys with sharpie and pen. The paint pen creates a nice tight signature and presents so much better.

poppincurbs

Definitely silver paint pen IMO, just make sure it is prepped and ready to roll before handing it over! If you are not adding any additional inscriptions, I would have it signed either in the middle of the 8, or the bottom. Wouldn't do the top.

wadevl

SILVER!

abcoltsfan

Nice auto Bishtw! Thank you your suggestion and everyone else for the confirmation.

Last autograph newbie question. Does it matter if it is a fine or medium fine paint pen? I have been unable to find a fine pen available in the timeframe I need it. Thanks again!

Stone193

Silver at the base of the "8"

Is that Happ?

abcoltsfan

@Stone193 said:
Silver at the base of the "8"

Is that Happ?

It is Andre Dawson. He’s been at Fergie Jenkins charity booth a few times this spring and never thought to bring Jersey. I want to be prepared this time. Just in case!

LarkinCollector

@abcoltsfan said:

@Stone193 said:
Silver at the base of the "8"

Is that Happ?

It is Andre Dawson. He’s been at Fergie Jenkins charity booth a few times this spring and never thought to bring Jersey. I want to be prepared this time. Just in case!

George Foster hangs with Fergie on occasion too, as the long as the Reds don't have a 'home' game. Just in case you have anything of his you want signed.

abcoltsfan

I have seen him a few times. Haven't had a chance to get an auto though. Seem like a nice guy.

abcoltsfan

Success!!! I am very excited! Thanks again for the suggestions.

lawnmowerman

Wow he has a great sig. It's so perfect. Great contrast between the silver and blue

Stone193

Looks great!

Andre still has a great sig IMO - sweet.

Thanx for sharing.

jay0791

Jersey is sweet !!!!

where does one buy a fabric pen ???

abcoltsfan

@jay0791 said:
Jersey is sweet !!!!

where does one buy a fabric pen ???

I bought mine at Walmart. However you can find them at most office supply stores or Amazon. I would go with a fine point instead of medium point. Just my opinion.

jay0791

thank you so much

Bishtw

You're Jersey Looks Great! Beautiful Auto by Mr. Dawson. Congrats!

ahopkins

Wow, that is stunning! What are you going to do with it now? Frame?

baseballfan

beautiful!!!

congrats!!

PADIdiver

Great sig! And I'm happy I came across this thread in case I ever have the opportunity to get a jersey autographed!

abcoltsfan

@ahopkins said:
Wow, that is stunning! What are you going to do with it now? Frame?

Yes, I will be framing. I have one in mind, but it’s somewhat expensive, so I have the Jersey put away safely until I can get the frame.

CW

Fantastic! great choice.

Bishtw

@abcoltsfan said:

@ahopkins said:
Wow, that is stunning! What are you going to do with it now? Frame?

Yes, I will be framing. I have one in mind, but it’s somewhat expensive, so I have the Jersey put away safely until I can get the frame.

I framed all mine myself for a little of $300 a piece I think. Dont know how much the one you're looking at cost but if you like these I can send you the info on where to get them
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abcoltsfan

Nice frame and hobby room! I am looking at getting something similar. However the one I want you can fit a baseball and a 8x10 photo. Instead of a photo I was thinking of putting a signed baseball and a Dawson PSA RC with the jersey. I think its around $200.

jillyrubyjane

Fine tip permanent markers of Sharpie, I like these markers because color gold, silver, and bronze; can be written on many surfaces such as cloth, wood, plastic, etc. Marking lasts a long.

MikeyP

I prefer using a DecoColor paint marker to a Sharpie permanent marker. Very nice, Colts Fan. Well done!

jillyrubyjane

Sharpie 30001, can write on many surfaces and the ink is bold and clear. These markers save quite a while.