collectors: how much do insertion marks devalue a cart?

If you're into buying and collecting aes games, how much for you do insertion marks on the cart take the value down? Me for example, I'm a gamer, but I take care of my stuff. I'm also into homecarts, expensive, I know, but I'm gonna play everything I own no matter what.

Myself, I don't actually mind insertion marks, because that means someone else has enjoyed the game as much as I will. But at the same time, I try to look for games that haven't been played too much. (i.e. gamer's condition)

What does everyone else think?

When you mention insertion marks, could you be a little more specific.Are you referring to those three scuff marks lined up with the borders on the cart and the system. I'm not a collecter but what bothers me is the little nics that the SNK insignia can do to the back of a home cart if not cover by bubble wrap or a paper towel.
-BB

Yeah, the scuffs.

OMG!! I never even thought about the back of the cart!

Ah, well, who's gonna see the back anyway...

Mr. Puzzler,

The insertion marks do not devalue a cart too much. A dead mint cart will sell for 10%-20% more than one that is dead mint insertion marks aside.

BB is right about the SNk logo and that is the reason I use Shock boxes, they are truly a lot better than the gen 1 box in construction, close to the gen 2, but have a better closing mechanism and DO not screw the carts ups.

Also, please return the glass the S.M.*** came in, we only have on and other new members need to be given their dues.


























***That's the secret milkshake, but for the love of God, please don't tell anyone, it MUST be kept secret.

BUT THE GLASS HAS INSERTION MARKS!!!

Shouldn't say what it is, so I'll call it the...

Mecret Silkshake.

yeah, that should throw a few people off...

If you use a SHOCK BOX for a Home Cartridge,I recommend bubble wrap be placed at the base of the case to keep the cartridge tightly in place.
rimm_rs, i received your PM and I will get back with you shortly..
-BB