Ahab Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 These 1/2000 scale valks and battroids from Yamato were briefly covered in a previous thread some time ago, but I thought I'd share a few pictures with a 1/2000 ARMD for reference. The sculpts are quite nice with amazing detail with the battroid having two pieces: figure and wing/backpack unit. I'd imagine, if you can get past the scale difference, these tiny VF-1S mecha would work well with 1/3000 displays, as well. I stumbled upon these while on a random "macross"search at HLJ. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reïvaj Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 That's so cool! Aro you going to paint it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ahab Posted January 13, 2012 Author Share Posted January 13, 2012 Indeed, I will be painting it. I bought it little over a year ago, I"m just waiting for a little time off to make headway. I've primarily been working on the electronics for the ARMDs and the SDF-1 (each ship has an independent power source). I'll be posting progress pics, I hope, very soon. Ahab Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kicker773 Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 I got a few of those, but in all honesty they are a little over priced in my opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ahab Posted January 14, 2012 Author Share Posted January 14, 2012 True, as with most Yamato releases! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agent-GHQ Posted January 14, 2012 Share Posted January 14, 2012 Are these still avail at HLJ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lobizon Posted January 14, 2012 Share Posted January 14, 2012 Are these still avail at HLJ?? Yup, http://www.hlj.com/product/YMT00219 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agent-GHQ Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 Too bad its a lil over scale for my 1/3000 SDF-1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vf_1s Posted February 3, 2012 Share Posted February 3, 2012 I just got mine, and even on the 1/2000 SDF-1, they are too big. Especially the planes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wm cheng Posted February 3, 2012 Share Posted February 3, 2012 Wow! I can't wait to see you paint that up - maybe it will give me an idea of how to paint the 1/3000 scale PE valkyries They are like the Bandai 1/350 scale Yamato crew figures - absolutely amazing resolution in such a small object - but how the hell do we paint them?! Thanks for the heads up - looking forward to your thread! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ahab Posted February 4, 2012 Author Share Posted February 4, 2012 I just got mine, and even on the 1/2000 SDF-1, they are too big. Especially the planes. Yeah, they are a bit big, but very close. Perhaps 1/1750-1/1800 scale. It still feels right to me though. Everything becomes nebulous when it comes to the "official" dimensions in the early 80's Macross universe! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reïvaj Posted February 7, 2012 Share Posted February 7, 2012 So what’s the technique to get this sort of details in such a small scaled toy? Do they use some kind of only-one-hair brush? Source: http://www.yamato-toys.com/blog/index.php?logid=351 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ahab Posted February 9, 2012 Author Share Posted February 9, 2012 Okay, I'm inspired... Going to work on mine tonight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ahab Posted February 20, 2012 Author Share Posted February 20, 2012 . Ordinarily, my day job consists of designing and building models and miniatures ranging from oh, 1/48 to 1/6 scale... I decided to punish myself tonight and tackle the 1/2000 battroid! I found when painting this small, a more impressionistic approach works best. I'll upload more images when I create the 1/2000 SDF-1 build up thread in the building and customizing forum. Until then, here's a little taste.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pfunk Posted February 20, 2012 Share Posted February 20, 2012 So what’s the technique to get this sort of details in such a small scaled toy? Do they use some kind of only-one-hair brush? Source: http://www.yamato-to...x.php?logid=351 WOW, awesome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sketchley Posted February 20, 2012 Share Posted February 20, 2012 I'd guess that they are using Gundam Markers, or some other fine-nibbed oil-based pen to do the painting. The lines look approximately 0.4 to 0.7 mm, which match the nib size of my Gundam Marker. Must be hell to cut out of the sprue, and trim the flash... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omegablue Posted February 20, 2012 Share Posted February 20, 2012 So where do I get smurfs to paint them? But yeah, lol. Anyway, is there enough detail to allow for a very thin wash of dark grey? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ahab Posted February 20, 2012 Author Share Posted February 20, 2012 Surprisingly, there is a good amount of detail. I'll give the fighter a go tonight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pfunk Posted February 20, 2012 Share Posted February 20, 2012 Surprisingly, there is a good amount of detail. I'll give the fighter a go tonight. and post PICS! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ahab Posted February 21, 2012 Author Share Posted February 21, 2012 I started the 1/2000 Macross build-up thread in the building and customizing forum. I'll post info and images in that thread from now on. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kyekye Posted March 12, 2012 Share Posted March 12, 2012 So what’s the technique to get this sort of details in such a small scaled toy? Do they use some kind of only-one-hair brush? Source: http://www.yamato-to...x.php?logid=351 My recommendation would be using a toothpick. That's what I used for my 1/3000 Valyries. Simply sharpen the tip of wooden toothpick and split the tiny tip into brush shape - just the very tip to hold paint/ink. You will need to use the paint thinner as well with paint. Then it's better than 3 hair brush If you make mistakes, use design knife to scratch off the area. It actually helps you getting the straight lines as well. Hope this helps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benson13 Posted March 13, 2012 Share Posted March 13, 2012 I'm really envious of you guys. My hands shake a lot. I used to have food fall off my fork all the time. It's gotten better but I'll never be able to do this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spacemanspiff Posted February 18, 2019 Share Posted February 18, 2019 On 1/13/2012 at 4:38 PM, Ahab said: These 1/2000 scale valks and battroids from Yamato were briefly covered in a previous thread some time ago, but I thought I'd share a few pictures with a 1/2000 ARMD for reference. The sculpts are quite nice with amazing detail with the battroid having two pieces: figure and wing/backpack unit. I'd imagine, if you can get past the scale difference, these tiny VF-1S mecha would work well with 1/3000 displays, as well. I stumbled upon these while on a random "macross"search at HLJ. Wow! These are nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no3Ljm Posted February 18, 2019 Share Posted February 18, 2019 (edited) I thought there was a new 1/2000 scale Valks available. Edited February 18, 2019 by no3Ljm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tekering Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 Forget the Valks... Where can I get a 1:2000 ARMD? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slide Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 2 hours ago, tekering said: Forget the Valks... Where can I get a 1:2000 ARMD? Inquiring minds wish to know!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wmkjr Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 The 1/2000 SDF-1 kit. $$$ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
505thAirborne Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 (edited) 5 hours ago, tekering said: Forget the Valks... Where can I get a 1:2000 ARMD? That's from the limited 1/2000 SDF-1 kit. Sell a Kidney & lung if you want one. Edited February 19, 2019 by 505thAirborne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spacemanoeuvres Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 https://page.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/t630091440 1,500,000 JY Free shipping! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HardlyNever Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 4 hours ago, spacemanoeuvres said: https://page.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/t630091440 1,500,000 JY Free shipping! I can't believe some of those are still floating around for sale. This video gives a sense of how unreasonably large it is: Looks a little floppy/unstable to me, but that might be due to the unfinished state it is in for the video. Would still make a great display piece if you have the cash (and the space) for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spacemanoeuvres Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 33 minutes ago, HardlyNever said: I can't believe some of those are still floating around for sale. This video gives a sense of how unreasonably large it is: Looks a little floppy/unstable to me, but that might be due to the unfinished state it is in for the video. Would still make a great display piece if you have the cash (and the space) for it. That is actually awesome; I’m filled with awe How much was this bad boy at release? I successfully avoided the Arcadia sdf-1 but it would have been tough to avoid this thing if I was collecting when it came out. I never did get a 1/20 vf-1 but I think I’ll bite if they release the fighter version. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
505thAirborne Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 https://hlj.com/1-2000-scale-sdf-1-macross-transformable-prototype-replica-kit-ymt00184 This is the old HLJ link, shows it at $1,893.78 Not sure sure if that was the actual release price but it was super pricey even back then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sanity is Optional Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 I'll be honest, between that thing and the 1/6 cockpit speaker sets, I think I'd rather have the SDF-1. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
505thAirborne Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 38 minutes ago, Sanity is Optional said: I'll be honest, between that thing and the 1/6 cockpit speaker sets, I think I'd rather have the SDF-1. Always makes you wonder if Bandai is still kicking around the idea of building that 1/1800 SDF-1 we saw a few years back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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