PRS-650 Lost a bit of black paint from a drop, how to remedy?

marshies · 01-05-2011, 11:32 PM

I just dropped my PRS650 from the table. It landed face down and was otherwise undamaged except for a bit of black paint missing from the front. I'm quite angry at myself for dropping it. But at the same time, I was expecting the paint to live through a drop like this.

I have sharpie-d it in as the silver is quite distracting near the screen. Other than this, what else can I do to remedy it?

digital_steve · 01-05-2011, 11:37 PM

black nail polish?
gun blue?

dunno... i'd just live with it

Bookworm_Girl · 01-06-2011, 12:14 AM

I would have recommended the Sharpie but apparently you've tried it. Would maybe a black paint pen from a crafts store help more? I dropped my PRS-500 when it was fairly new and cracked the housing. I was so angry at myself too but accidents happen... After awhile I forgot about it and didn't notice it as much. If it still continues to bother you, then maybe you could try a decal skin for it?

Doogman · 01-06-2011, 04:04 PM

I would leave the mark as a remembrance on how lucky you were not to shatter the panel's glass substrate.

mazzeltjes · 01-06-2011, 04:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Doogman

I would leave the mark as a remembrance on how lucky you were not to shatter the panel's glass substrate.

boxcorner · 01-06-2011, 06:11 PM

How about using car touch-up paint? It's usually available in small quantities, with a wide range of colours to choose from. Test the paint beforehand on another surface, to ensure that it dries to a suitable semi-matt finish, not glossy.

marshies · 01-07-2011, 01:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Doogman

I would leave the mark as a remembrance on how lucky you were not to shatter the panel's glass substrate.

What is that and how do I know if I've shattered it?

Bookworm_Girl · 01-07-2011, 01:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by marshies

What is that and how do I know if I've shattered it?

See the photo in this thread.
https://www.mobileread.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=114190

liv* · 01-07-2011, 10:57 AM

Threads like this make me worry if I should buy an ereader at all..I'm (at least occasionally) fine-motor-skill-challenged

and have dropped every electronic device in my house at least once.

Bookworm_Girl · 01-07-2011, 02:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by liv*

Threads like this make me worry if I should buy an ereader at all..I'm (at least occasionally) fine-motor-skill-challenged

and have dropped every electronic device in my house at least once.

I am a bit clumsy too even when I try to be very careful so I understand your concern. You can purchase warranties from third-parties that will protect you against accidental drops and handling damage. So maybe the cost of the warranty would be worth the peace of mind for you.

Pinecone · 01-12-2011, 10:39 AM

Or go to a hobby shop. They should have RACKS of various paints for models. You should be able to find one that matches.

01-05-2011, 11:32 PM	#1
marshies Enthusiast Posts: 28 Karma: 17926 Join Date: Dec 2010 Device: Sony PRS650	Lost a bit of black paint from a drop, how to remedy? I just dropped my PRS650 from the table. It landed face down and was otherwise undamaged except for a bit of black paint missing from the front. I'm quite angry at myself for dropping it. But at the same time, I was expecting the paint to live through a drop like this. I have sharpie-d it in as the silver is quite distracting near the screen. Other than this, what else can I do to remedy it?

01-06-2011, 06:11 PM	#6
boxcorner »(°±°)« Posts: 826 Karma: 775629 Join Date: Oct 2010 Device: divisive reader	How about using car touch-up paint? It's usually available in small quantities, with a wide range of colours to choose from. Test the paint beforehand on another surface, to ensure that it dries to a suitable semi-matt finish, not glossy. Last edited by boxcorner; 01-07-2011 at 05:02 AM.

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digital_steve Muppet Posts: 240 Karma: 442 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Tasmania Device: Kobo Aura HD, Sony PRS-650	black nail polish? gun blue? dunno... i'd just live with it

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Bookworm_Girl E-reader Enthusiast Posts: 4,871 Karma: 36507503 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Southwest, USA Device: Kindle Oasis 3; Kobo Aura One; iPad Mini 5	I would have recommended the Sharpie but apparently you've tried it. Would maybe a black paint pen from a crafts store help more? I dropped my PRS-500 when it was fairly new and cracked the housing. I was so angry at myself too but accidents happen... After awhile I forgot about it and didn't notice it as much. If it still continues to bother you, then maybe you could try a decal skin for it?

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Doogman Connoisseur Posts: 52 Karma: 945 Join Date: Jun 2010 Device: Nook ST	I would leave the mark as a remembrance on how lucky you were not to shatter the panel's glass substrate.

01-07-2011, 10:57 AM	#9
liv* Junior Member Posts: 5 Karma: 12 Join Date: Nov 2010 Device: none	Threads like this make me worry if I should buy an ereader at all..I'm (at least occasionally) fine-motor-skill-challenged and have dropped every electronic device in my house at least once.

01-12-2011, 10:39 AM	#11
Pinecone Guru Posts: 902 Karma: 1660722 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Maryland Device: PRS-650, PRS-600, PRS-350	Or go to a hobby shop. They should have RACKS of various paints for models. You should be able to find one that matches.