To finally get one of my baseball idols is an absolute dream come true but to get this card with an on card auto really made it all worth the wait! Thank you!!
Autograph Pricing is Important – But it isn’t Everything
Pricing is one of the hottest topics among sports memorabilia collectors. I agree, pricing is very important when it comes to collecting autographs and everyone has different budgets, but it isn’t everything. Yes, when comparing apples to apples on a product you should more often than not buy the cheaper item. However, let’s take a look at some other factors you should consider before buying that item.
1.) Customer service: Does the company you are buying from have a phone number you can contact them if you have questions? Seeing just a conversion form on a website is a big red flag. Do they have a return policy? Do they take time to answer your questions and get back to you in a timely manner?
2.) Shipping: You guys know how I feel about shipping. It should be free all day every day. One of my biggest issues with some sales is a company charging $500 for an item and then a $4.99 shipping charge. Huh? Now granted $5 isn’t that big of a deal, but it is the principal of it.
3.) Quality: Most of the time you pay extra for quality. An officially licensed jersey, a sweet custom framing job, an item with supreme authentication. Let’s say you are looking for a signed jersey of an athlete. Officially licensed quality jersey is $200, but a custom no name brand jersey is $125. Most people might just go for the custom, but take a look at the quality jersey. For an extra $75 you can get the real deal. Let’s say you own the jersey for 25 years. That’s only $3/year extra for the jersey you really want.
4.) Authentication: Of course you can always buy an item with no COA for cheaper than one certed. I always tell customers to buy an item already certed, it will save you the time and cost of getting it done yourself and the piece of mind knowing that someone else has authenticated the signature. Also, if an item is 3rd party authenticated, but a similar item 1st party authenticated is slightly more, go for that one. In the long run, your item will be worth more.
5.) Paying for an item: Every company in my opinion should take PayPal. Makes it super easy for you the customer and you don’t have to share your information. I take PayPal and it is my preferred payment method. So easy to print shipping labels. Also, when paying for an item, try and make sure you have the cash to pay for it. Collecting autographs should be a fun hobby, but not put a strain on your finances. Avoid layaways and putting orders on credit cards. You will feel SO MUCH better about your purchase in the long run.
Powers Sports Memorabilia was started by me, Matt Powers as a way for sports autograph and celebrity memorabilia enthusiasts and collectors to have a high-quality product available at affordable pricing. You deal directly with me when ordering anything from my company, so I ensure you get the best quality service and personal care you deserve. Let me be YOUR sports memorabiliaguy!
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Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 4813 reviews.
Excellent service with this signing. Thank you!
Autograph came out great!
Awesome experience as always, I’d highly recommend Powers to anyone looking to expand their sports memorabilia collection!
Once again, Powers Sports came through big time! I had been waiting for many, many years to have this mini helmet signed by Carson Palmer. With special thanks to Natalie and Mathew, they were able to coordinate this endeavor exactly as I wanted it. Excellent autograph, perfectly positioned, using the exact paint pen requested and the C.O.A. sticker positioned right where I wanted it. Thank you folks so very much!
Matt and his team did a great job as usual. I highly recommend power’s!
Always great dealing with Powers. Got to watch Earl Singing on their website. Couldn't be happier with the helmet and the signature. Another perfect purchase. Thanks Powers crew!
I submitted 2 cards for signing by Dennis Rodman and came back very nice but one of the cards corner was damaged when returned back. Thank you Matt Powers and his team for this signing event.
I submitted 2 cards for signing by Hakeem Olajuwon & came back very nice. Thank you Matt Powers and his team for this signing event.
Power Sports Memorabilia is the best and always my "go to" autograph company to deal with. They are so accommodating and always get what you want and how you want it !!!! A+ on ALL counts !!!
I wasn't at the convention to be there for his signing. However, he has a killer autograph very happy with this autograph
Another great jersey signing!
PSM never let's me down. Another great auto on my multi signed piece. Thank you again.
The Barry Larkin auto in my PC is pure heat. Crisp ink, great placement, total keeper.
Just received by Bo Jackson Rookie Card back from Powers Sports Memorabilia. Once again, Powers Sports was able to get my card signed exactly as requested. Excellent signature, perfectly positioned and using the right kind and color marker.
Everything at Powers is first rate. They posted the videos on Facebook so I actually got to watch LT sign my helmet. And then they shipped me my helmet it's perfect could not be happier.
Had to get one of the coolest catchers in the game short man wacks that bat
A successful two sport pro athlete definitely needs authenticity
I like adding the inscriptions, and how this balls top and bottom of the logo
Pleased with the ball, still came after some rescheduling!
Power sports helped me cross another logo baseball off my list, and with one of the greatest catchers of all time
One of my favorites growing up A-ROD, get the top athletes in sports here.
Always got make sure you authenticate
Ball came back great, solid crisp clean auto of a HOFer
Package was received and communicated to me right away. Signing happened with no cancelations, got my photo proof and received my item in good condition. Even when I had questions about the signing I got an immediate response. Couldn't be happier.
10/10.
Matt and his team are the best around!
Great experiences, highly recommended
Matt and his team are the best!
Matt and his team always do the best job for their clients. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for top of the line autographs
Great job by Matt and his team per usual
Matt and his team did a great job
Enjoyed adding ted Simmons and Ivan Rodriguez to my all time catcher bat!
Thank you for another great autograph! Appreciate it!
Another amazing experience and gorgeous autograph. Thanks again!
Great jersey signing for an all-time great DB!
Awesome place! I wish I would have discovered them sooner, lol, but I can’t say enough good things about Powers. Very trustworthy & transparent, it’s great being able to grow my sports memorabilia collection wit hall of famers I grew up watching as a kid!
Good communication and quick turnaround after signing. Thanks
Great card & thankful to do business with PSM. Excellent!
Always need to get the authentication, which was placed in the perfect spot. It looks good and doesn’t get in the way of anything on the ball.
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