Prestige Shell for Game Boy Advance SP - RetroSix

SKU: GBA1360
Price
$12.99 USD
Color:Purple
In stock! Usually ships within 1-2 business days.
Pickup available at 519 Davisville Rd.

Usually ready in 2-4 days

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Listing last modified: June 29th, 2022

We've made changes to this listing to make it more clear that the Nintendo logo cutout is not included. We've also added more information regarding trimming that we recommend for IPS kits. All changes made to this listing are archived at this link.

The prestige Game Boy Advance SP shell from RetroSix is a custom made high quality ABS shell. These shells are great for restorations or IPS installs with just a few easy trims.

Note: Although RetroSix mentions no cutting is required for IPS screens, we have found it is better to trim/snap off the small stumps inside the shell. They also do not have a cutout for the Nintendo logo sticker. 

FEATURES:

  • Custom molded made with high quality ABS plastic.
  • Easy-to-trim design makes it a stellar choice for IPS kits and original screens alike.
  • Full shell replacement 
  • The best hinges to use with these shells are these aftermarket ones. OEM and other hinges will be loose in the hinge housing.
  • Clear variants will be more frosted than crystal clear.
  • Includes plastic screen lens, however, this is not needed if you are planning to install an IPS LCD kit.

INCLUDED:

  • 1x Full front shell
  • 1x Full back shell
  • NO logo cutout
  • 1x Screw kit
  • 5x Matching screw covers
  • 1x Ribbon cover piece
  • 2x Matching hinge covers
  • 1x LED cover
  • 1x Battery door
  • 1x Original Sized Plastic Lens (non-IPS)

PAIRS WELL WITH:

NOTES:

  • All clear variants are more of a frosted clear than a crystal clear. 
  • Created by RetroSix.
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About Us

Hand Held Legend is committed to keeping retro gaming alive and better than ever. Upgrade your childhood consoles with modern tech. We strive for excellence in all that we do and aim to serve our customers well.

Customer Reviews

Based on 19 reviews
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Aiden
Really Disappointed

While the shells are functional and have a nice feel to them, the actual build quality is not up to par. I bought 2 black matte shells and after assembly, there are still gaps where the pieces connect and its rather difficult to work the hinge as it gets stuck and doesnt want to close fully either, im assuming due to the matte coating on the shell. I even bought and used the suggested retrosix hinges.

Thanks for your review! The issue you are experiencing may be due to how the hinges were inserted during the install. The shell must be in an open position. Check out our hinge article on our wiki: https://wiki.handheldlegend.com/gba-sp-or-hinges

If you inserted the hinges as seen in the article, please reach out to us at support@handheldlegend.com so we may look into this further!

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Matthew Gambill
I won’t be ordering the prestige shell again.

It did not fit the IPS Screen very well, and the buttons rubbed and I had to sand it down so buttons would move.

Thanks for your review! Please reach out to support@handheldlegend.com so we may get this resolved for you!

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Nicholas R
The shell looks great! Wish the screws were labeled

The shell looks and feels really good. I think my GBA looks amazing now. I wish that the screws were separated and numbered, as is they were all in a bag together, with it being very difficult to tell which screws went in which spots upon reassembly. I also would have liked if they included fresh hinges. Mine still work fine, but I'm concerned that the plastic on them is beginning to wear out.

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Jack Burton
Right size, cheap plastic

The molding was great and everything new fit perfectly, the battery, screen, and buttons all fit fine. The problem lies within the plastic itself, its very cheap, I am quite careful with my consoles, and especially when something is new. That being said, I’ve has this new shell for only 2 weeks and i have cracks in multiple areas. Also, when I was first assembling the new shell and other components I noticed the pilot holes for the screws were all too small, making it difficult to avoid stripping. Multiple issues have lead me to a low review score and I will be trying some other brand next time.

Thank you for your review! Depending on where the cracks are, these may be due to pressure within the console. Shoot us a message at support@handheldlegend.com so we can discuss this further with you and provide a solution.

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Almond McClain
bought it for parts

website wasn't really clear, and as cheap as the case was I figured I should get it just in case there's a problem with the other case I purchased for the IPS. Ended up using the sticker button on the screen screws from this kit as they have adhesive.

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Steven Hardy
Pretty but poor functionality

This shell looks great but I had a **** of a time putting it together. The shell does not really fit the original screws and the screws it comes with do not thread into their holes well and seem to be a weird size between 0 and 00 making screwdriver selection difficult and leading to a lot of frustration trying to assemble the case

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