Bat shows heavy signs of use, including a cracked handle. Some of the scuff marks, however, are not consistent with major league balls so we are not calling this a game used bat. Signed in silver marker near bat model info. We guarantee any autograph we sell to pass 3rd party authentication with CAS, our authenticator of choice. If you want to take advantage of the guarantee you must notify us before we ship. Once you have taken possession of an item it is yours!