Plastic hard case vs iPhone 5

[jcorbin]

Could a plastic hard case damage the side bezel on the iPhone 5? I know aluminum is a soft metal but plastic isn't that hard. The reason I ask is I can't decide between using a hard shell case and going caseless. I've taken the case off and installed it a couple of times. Could it harm the phone?

 

[jcorbin]

I have a friend that's telling me that removing and installing the case can scratch the side bezel. True?

 

[MR Bulk]

Wouldn't this all come down to reflative hardness, case material vs. bezel material?

 

[V0RT3X]

It's not the plastic that scratches the sides but all the dust and particles that come in between and cause abrasion. You can't really avoid that.