I use tons of markers to make posters and signs for our youth football program (and school events). Sharpies are great too but pricey. I tried these Staples markers and buy them all the time now. Red could be darker but overall a nice marker for the money
We used this to make posters for a college football game we were attending for my son's birthday. I was amazed and impressed at the quality of these markers. They were a great value.