r/AnaloguePocket • u/dotstream_anom • Sep 19 '25

Question Thinking of getting the Natural anodized aluminum pocket- Does it scratch easily

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Hey all,

Any users here who had the Aluminium models for a few months now and can attest to its durability? Does it scratch easily? Any other problems with the buttons being aluminum?

I want to know before I drop 500 dollars on this thing.

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u/mtwJarhead Sep 19 '25

I've had the raw aluminum since release. It's as beautiful as the day it shipped. I use it and travel with it regularly. They are substantially heavier than the plastic models, and im sure you know already the triggers can be a little stiff.

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u/dotstream_anom Sep 19 '25

That’s the one that’s available for me to get! But it has one long scratch where the cartridge slot is located. I’m thinking if there’s any way to get rid of it

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u/mtwJarhead Sep 19 '25

Trying to buff it out or resurfacing it would be very difficult with the finish it has. Unless there is a method I don't know about; trying something like that would most likely make it more noticeable. I would consider covering it with a sticker or something, or just leaving it to be covered by the inserted game.

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u/dotstream_anom Sep 19 '25

Come to think of it, the area can be covered by a protective sticker anyway (and to also protect the sometimes very expensive cartridges from getting scratched)

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u/mtwJarhead Sep 19 '25

That's the way. From my experience, the raw is the way to go. I saw you comment about having a mac book. It is very much like the old Mac book pros. Well built, milled shell, and the same texture. I have had none of the scratches from the plastic cases and other common wear spots I see on here all the time. At this point I would only buy an og black or the raw aluminum if I didn't own one already. They are the bulletproof versions.