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Old 07-01-09   #1 (permalink)
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Hey guys/gals,

The wife finally gave me the okay to purchase a new case. I am having trouble deciding on which one would be best to get. I have about a $160 limit and I want something black with really good airflow.

The cases I have in mind are:
  1. Haf 922
  2. Haf 932
  3. Antec 902
  4. Thermaltake v9 Black Edition
  5. Storm Scout
  6. Storm Sniper

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Antec 902 is my vote, thermaltake v9 close second
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I like the Storm Scout. It's probably what I am going to get soon..

And if you're going to get the 902, just go ahead and get the 1200. Might be a little over budget but you would probably be more happy.
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Storm sniper gets my vote although I really like the handle on the storm scout.

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The haf 932 and storm sniper get my votes

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Otta those choices, I like the CM HAF 922 and the Antec 902. Call me crazy, but I think full towers are way too big.......heck I managed to fit 2 rads in my mid tower CM590!

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the haf 932 is freaking amazing. I'm in love with it. check out the owner's club to check out it's versatility
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I like the Storm Scout. It's probably what I am going to get soon..

And if you're going to get the 902, just go ahead and get the 1200. Might be a little over budget but you would probably be more happy.
I forgot to mention that other case suggestions that may fit my needs are more than welcome. I will check into the 1200.

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the haf 932 is freaking amazing. I'm in love with it. check out the owner's club to check out it's versatility
Oh, I have been looking at that thread alot. I love the look of the Haf cases.

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I recommend reading this.

http://gnd-techlabs.com/forums/antec...iper-t185.html

Also this.

http://gnd-techlabs.com/forums/antec...cout-t227.html

My vote goes to either the Storm Sniper, HAF 922, or HAF 932. They all have their ups and downs. I vote against the Antec 902, CM Storm Scout, and Thermaltake V9.

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Oh, I have been looking at that thread alot. I love the look of the Haf cases.
they're absolutely fantastic! I loved painting mine. The cable management is some of the best i've seen
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