Working!!! Sega GAME GEAR recapped W/ New Black Shell VA0 Dual ASIC
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Manufacturer description
There is a protective plastic film on the screen lens. I will leave this for the buyer to peel off. This is an original early production VA0 dual asic Sega game gear. It has been recapped (I replaced the capacitors) and stuffed into a new jet-black shell. Everything is working properly and it’s ready to play.
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Full Specifications
| asic | Dual |
|---|---|
| shell_color | Black |
| display_type | LCD |
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