I returned to the hobby after a 15 year break. I spent money on sending in new OMLB to be signed for private signings. The autos came out great, but later (never seeing daylight)...would fade badly
Cost of the OMLB ,shipping (to and from), cost of autograph from player...etc then to fade a few years later...easier and way cheaper to buy them. Rinse & repeat for 8x10 photos.