Over the years, I’ve taken very good care of my N3DS, and it’s in great condition overall besides these really ugly hinge scratches. I’ve always had a huge thing against even the slightest of scratches. I know these are barely noticable, I know hinge scratches happen over time no matter what you do, but they just bother me so much man 😭
For reference, I’ve reshelled DS consoles before, and I’m at the point now where it’s not too hard for me. All I would have to do is just replace the inner top faceplate since the console overall is in very good condition.
Posted by Immediate-Camel-3931
3 Comments
I think you should keep the OEM shell, don’t swap it over a few tiny scratches.
Put a vinyl skin over it if you’re annoyed by it but can’t be bothered reshelling (it is a lot of effort).
I have one on mine and it comes with one for the inside of the hinge 🙂 So it would cover it right up.
https://preview.redd.it/s637tzfnp8ig1.jpeg?width=3000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=63e8166381e86110aea794b1b00d2fdbe645eb31
I would say the risk vs reward is skewed towards risk. I have reshelled several Ds and 3ds consoles, and damage to components can happen even if you are careful and take your time. For cosmetic damage like that I would personally just try to live with it