MMA Collectors

[Harpo10]

hey guys , quick question! has anyone has success with sending out pictures not just cards? just curious cuz ive been sending out pictures i printed and was wondering if anyone has has good success?

I always send out pictures and get most of them back signed, the ones I haven't had back will hopefully be coming in soon

[mkor30]

awesome thank you , hoping for some good returns !!!

[mpact316]

After getting placed on the active roster and showing up to the huge fighter apperence / grand opening of the new jackaon's mma gym over the weekend..is it worth a shot to send out a card or two try to get Jon Jones??

[deeakay]

hey guys , quick question! has anyone has success with sending out pictures not just cards? just curious cuz ive been sending out pictures i printed and was wondering if anyone has has good success?

8x10s have a better success rate than do card ttm bc they are bigger.
A fighter is more likely to sign 2-3 9x12 envelope TTM w/photos vs 10-20 business envelope TTM w/cards.
(this was advise gleaned from back when I used to TTM MLB 5+ yrs ago)
And this is what Robbie Lawler did most recently - only signed TTM photos came back in his last fanmail signing c/o ATT Gym.

The 9x12 envelope TTM w/photos is A LOT less likely to be misplaced and/or refused.
The ONLY issues with photos is the cost of printing, postage, and supplies.... and you run out of wall space quicker ;)
TTM photos is a good bet but I wouldn't send more than 2 to each fighter, whereas I believe I can get away with asking for 5 different Topps cards signed especially when I'm sending a couple for them to keep as a "Thanks"; and there isn't a sales market for IP/TTM signed Topps cards like there can be for signed photos.
Have fun!

[Affliction1982]

hey guys , quick question! has anyone has success with sending out pictures not just cards? just curious cuz ive been sending out pictures i printed and was wondering if anyone has has good success?

8x10s have a better success rate than do card ttm bc they are bigger.
A fighter is more likely to sign 2-3 9x12 envelope TTM w/photos vs 10-20 business envelope TTM w/cards.
(this was advise gleaned from back when I used to TTM MLB 5+ yrs ago)
And this is what Robbie Lawler did most recently - only signed TTM photos came back in his last fanmail signing c/o ATT Gym.

The 9x12 envelope TTM w/photos is A LOT less likely to be misplaced and/or refused.
The ONLY issues with photos is the cost of printing, postage, and supplies.... and you run out of wall space quicker ;)
TTM photos is a good bet but I wouldn't send more than 2 to each fighter, whereas I believe I can get away with asking for 5 different Topps cards signed especially when I'm sending a couple for them to keep as a "Thanks"; and there isn't a sales market for IP/TTM signed Topps cards like there can be for signed photos.
Have fun!

Everything he said is spot on. I've only ever sent 2 photos to a fighter once (Couture). I have gotten a lot smarter though and started sending cards with the pictures with good success. 1-2 cards only though.

[phyteguru]

mkor: Just know that TTM'ing is never a sure thing. Don't send anything you can't afford to not get back. The first 10 years of this hobby for me, I sent 8x10's. I was sending two or three at a time but it definitely makes it a pricey hobby.

Instead of just sending, I now spend a lot more time trying to contact the fighter before sending anything. May it be through Facebook, Twitter, Official Websites or through the gym - that way, I have had a little more success and can follow up a little easier.

Sending anything more than three is definitely going to make it harder on the person you sent to - they think the items are going to be sold and since they aren't going to make money - they likely won't sign all the items.

When I was sending to any fighter out of the country, I included a few extra dollars to help cover cost of shipping (if my IRC didn't cover the cost).

Best of Luck.

[Affliction1982]

Guys don't forget about this upcoming signing! it is just 2 weeks away!

[Affliction1982]

Pretty good way to start off the month. Ironically, this day last month was the last time I received anything. I hope that isn't the case this month. This took 133 days

[mkor30]

thanks for all the advice guys , ive been sending only like 3 photos in each package and maybe a card or 2 if i have them . got about 6 or 7 out right now. yes it can be expensive but i got some great deals on ink and paper so for now not to big of a deal money wise lol . you guys are awesome and great community . cant wait to see more of all your returns and ill post mine on here and my youtube page too. i did open a box of 15 CHAMPIONS the other day my autos were Stephan Thompson, Jessica Penne, GSP, and PAIGE VANZANT first auto !!! was so stoked for that as she is a PC of mine but maybe up for sale ! . next box i get ill do a full break video once i figuere out how to do it on my laptop. thank again for the help !

[dadkins85]

Just a heads up! Felice Herrig posted a pic on Instagram of a pile of signed UFC promos for fan mail. So, if you've sent to her recently, be on the lookout for a reply.

Sadly, I've been holding out to send to her until I got a card or a magazine with her on it. So, looks like I'll be sending out a request for her soon.