Autograph location and color for trading card

Dgoldfe13

I know this is a silly question but, I am getting this McCaffrey RC signed with his auto and "1,000/1,000 club" inscription. You can see that the card is refracted and has a shine. I have these Staedtler fine tip permanent markers. What color would you use or get another color? Thanks for whatever help.

maddux69

I would go with blue and have him sign between his knee and his name. Be sure to get a similar card of a common that has the same refractor like surface and try out the pen on it. Someone else can chime in, but I think a best practice is to "scuff" it up a bit to make sure it adheres well.

Dgoldfe13

@maddux69 said:
I would go with blue and have him sign between his knee and his name. Be sure to get a similar card of a common that has the same refractor like surface and try out the pen on it. Someone else can chime in, but I think a best practice is to "scuff" it up a bit to make sure it adheres well.

Ya, I had someone else comment about a different autograph on a card and they said that these pens are great for refracted surfaces. But, you are right. I will go practice.

DBesse27

I agree on placement

rounding3rd

I concur about color and placement...I am not familiar with these specific pens.

jillyrubyjane

I will choose blue or black.

dictoresno

never black, looks terrible and they can fade to a crummy brown color over time. definitely go with blue.

AFLfan

I tend to use either blue or black, depending on the visuals of the card. I think blue would be best in this case. Also, I think that most collectors generally prefer blue, so if you eventually want to sell/trade it down the road, you will likely have an easier time if signed in blue.

picklepete

Put some baby powder on card surface for 30 seconds, then gently wipe off with tissue.

This works on glossy & shiny cards to prevent autograph from bubbling etc

Works well !
But for sure whatever method you do.. do a test with your autograph pens to make sure it works on the card.