Ways To Save Money On Sports Jerseys At Your Local Pawn Shop

If you're a sports fan, buying jerseys might be something that you enjoy doing — especially if you attend a lot of sporting events. Unfortunately, these garments are often priced very expensively at stadiums and other sports venues and can be nearly as expensive to buy online. Fortunately, you don't have to give up on your goal of buying some sports jerseys. Instead, consider visiting a few different pawn shops around your community. Many pawn shops sell sports apparel, including jerseys, so you may be able to find a number of items that you'll buy and wear. Here are some ways to save money on buying sports jerseys at pawn shops.

Buy Replica Models

Often, jerseys are sold in two different styles — often known as "on field" and "replica." As its name suggests, the former style is consistent with what athletes wear on the field. These jerseys have sewn-on numbers, logos, and names as well as elastic panels and mesh panels in specific areas. Replica jerseys look identical from afar but have a few differences that you can notice up close. For example, instead of the numbers being sewn on, they're typically screened on. Additionally, replica jerseys typically lack the elastic and mesh panels of their on field counterparts. Replica jerseys are considerably more affordable, making them a good choice for those who are looking to save money.

Buy Former Players' Jerseys

Professional athletes get traded to and from teams all the time, and this can cause the prices of their jerseys to fluctuate. For example, if a star athlete plays on a certain team but is traded (or signs as a free agent) with another team in the off-season, his or her jersey with the former team won't be as desirable an item. The reduced demand for this jersey means that stores, including pawn shops, will typically sell the jersey for less money. If you still like the player, even if he or she doesn't play for your team, buying his or her jersey is an affordable choice.

Buy An Older Manufacturer

Professional sports leagues have multiyear contracts with large sports apparel companies to produce their jerseys. When its contract ends, a league may choose to go with another company — for example, moving from Nike to Reebok. After such a change, you'll often find that jerseys from the previous manufacturer are more affordable because lots of fans are keen to get the newest jerseys. This can mean that older jerseys at your local pawn shop are marked down in price, making them perfect to buy if you want to keep your spending under control.

Look for a pawn shop near you to see what they have.