This kind of an OCD post... :)

I've had the old video iPod for a couple years now, and it's always been in its case (and has always had its screen protector on it), so I'm pretty sure it's still scratchless.

For every iPod I've ever had, I've always protected them all over, so the resale value has always been decent. The only exception is the new Shuffle...it has nothing on it, and it has tons of scratches and even a big dent in it. But its relatively inexpensive price has something to do with my not caring.

I love the new colored Nanos, and I was wondering whether or not I should get a case for the green one I want. I have a gift card, so I wouldn't be blowing much on it. I was thinking of just ENJOYING an iPod with screen for once. But I am the type of person who throws stuff in bags with tons of other stuff, so there's a chance of the screen possibly getting cracked.

So, to case or not to case? I don't suppose there's a tough screen protector that can be used sans any casing? I want to get the Nano pretty soon, and I understand some cases for it aren't released until later?

Thanks. :)