Original Nintendo DS Silver Console NTR-001 (NO CHARGER) Tested Working
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Manufacturer description
Works great-sound is perfect and has a tight hinge-however has cosmetic damage as shown-no stylus-game not included
SpecPicks Verdict
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Full Specifications
| color | Silver |
|---|---|
| wireless | true |
| screen_type | dual LCD |
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