captain america Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 (edited) Hi all. I just wanted to give everyone the heads-up on the next SM project: after some lengthy deliberation, Rob and I have both decided on the Regult in 1/72 scale. Features I plan to build into the kit: poseable legs and feet via the use of ball-joints, detailed cockpit, and 1-side see-through hull to show off the details of that cockpit. The model would also be modular, allowing for possible Regult "Missile Carrier" and "Tactical Scout" variations at a later time. Estimated price: $125.00 plus shipping. Estimated completion: mid May. I'd essentially like to keep this thread as a preorder list ONLY as much as possible, so all those interested can simply post here, and I'll continually update this first post with names of all interested members. No money needs to be put down for the time being, but you will be required to put down a deposit once the masters are done to confirm your pre-order (payment instructions will be made available at that time)... That should be around late April/early May. We need at least 50 orders to get things going. ...Let the mayhem begin! Orders: -Ranger565 (2) -xstoys -ghadrack (2) -Grayson72 -azrhino (2) -myersjessee (2) -94medition -cobywan (2) -jardann -akim -berttt -AlphaHX (2) -newbie -JoLe727 (2) -Prometheum5 -007-vf1 -Gabe Q -Ignacio Ocamica -viceland (2) -neptuneservey (2) -flash -Mechleader -wm cheng -Plastik Missle -jorwar b (2) -Lo-pan -THOR (2) -baxojayz -Jinnai -Major Tom -f91 -shdwfx2000 -gnollman -bigkid24 (3) -valkyrie -rkiyo -Jasonic -chowyunskinny -Sebastian -Cdr Fokker (Tentative) -laroy -to177 -Wheels -David Graf -agass4u -sithlord (2) -yman1437 -Amped -Mystix -ChristopherB (2) Edited April 16, 2005 by captain america Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ravenstar Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 Hey that sounds very cool. Have you guys made any other kits ? If so, have any pics? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captain america Posted March 8, 2005 Author Share Posted March 8, 2005 http://www.samurai-monkey.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ranger565 Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 Well I will start the Drooling. Add one for me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xstoys Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 I'm in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghadrack Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 I am in. Regult! Regult! Regult! Once things get a little closer to reality I will more than likely want 2 of these. Go Go Captain America! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grayson72 Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 I'm in Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
94medition Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 Cap, can you elaborate on "1-side see-through hull to show off the details of that cockpit"? Do you mean the back of the hull can be opened up like it is in the design? May be my dream can really come true... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
azrhino Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 Thanks John and Rob! I'm in for at least one. Does this mean the Booster Launch Vehicle is on hold for a while, or is that in the mastering stage also? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myersjessee Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 In! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Less than Super Ostrich Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 (edited) gotta find out more info on this. Will the sculpt be more complex than the existing Polystyrene offering in 1.72nd scale? Poseable legs are nice, but $125 nice? Are you sure there would be a market because you can get that one for less than $125 bones and you don't have to deal with resin. I know these are not as common, but you can find them occasionally. Edited March 8, 2005 by Less than Super Ostrich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captain america Posted March 8, 2005 Author Share Posted March 8, 2005 94medition: the main "pod" of the regult will have two halves to the structure, left and right. One half will simply be molded in clear amber resin. However, it will also have the rear entry/exit hatch which can be positioned open or closed for extra cockpit viewing. azrhino: yes, the Booster LV is on hold due to lack of demand. Even this project hinges on whether or not I can fill the quota of 50 to make it financially viable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captain america Posted March 8, 2005 Author Share Posted March 8, 2005 Less than Super O: the resin model will not be based on the plastic model whatsoever; it'll have proportions closer to the official lineart, plus an actual cockpit & clear-view hull. Like most any other Macross design, there are plastic versions, and there are resin versions. There were resin VF-1 fighters & battroid kits (non variable) selling for triple or quadruple the price of the older Imai variable plastic model, but people still bought the resin models. Like anything else, if you don't agree with the price, you are under no obligation to purchase the product. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
94medition Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 John, the clear resin is a nice touch. I guess I can decide whether to paint it or leave it clear. Great! Please count me in for one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobywan Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 Put me down for one. For now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Less than Super Ostrich Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 Less than Super O: the resin model will not be based on the plastic model whatsoever; it'll have proportions closer to the official lineart, plus an actual cockpit & clear-view hull.Like most any other Macross design, there are plastic versions, and there are resin versions. There were resin VF-1 fighters & battroid kits (non variable) selling for triple or quadruple the price of the older Imai variable plastic model, but people still bought the resin models. Like anything else, if you don't agree with the price, you are under no obligation to purchase the product. just curious... no reason to get ancy. I'm just saying if there is a resin kit and a polystyrene kit of the same subject (assuming similar quality, which I'm sure yours will be much better) then I would chose Polystyrene every time. Easier to work with, no pinning necessary, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jardann Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 Very Interested! Mark me down for one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akim Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 Hello Captain America, Yours products are fabulous, I don't miss that. So ok for preorder one Regult. Bests regards. Akim. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Berttt Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 I'm in, there goes my modelling budget for the year. Berttt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlphaHX Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 Count me in! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbie Posted March 8, 2005 Share Posted March 8, 2005 Count me in! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoLe727 Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 I am interested. Count me in Thanks in advance!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
promethuem5 Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 Oh my.... if there's ever been a kit here I;ve been interested in, this IS it. I will have to check with teh checksigner (mom) but I am defenately intersted.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
007-vf1 Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 darn it guys !!! ..I am in..again... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gabe Q Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 I'm in there like swimwear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobywan Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 Actually I will need another one. A total of 2 for Cobywan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ignacio Ocamica Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 Count me in for one John!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viceland Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 *pouting in the corner cause the Booster LV is on hold* Well I'm in too... Having been in John's workshop, seen his talent first hand and how he creates these awesome works of art, I will buy everything he ever has to offer... that's Macross related. Good news John, snowstorm comin' in the next few days over all of PQ, 30cm... yippee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captain america Posted March 9, 2005 Author Share Posted March 9, 2005 Hi Frederic. Sorry 'bout the LV... The numbers just weren't working. More snow??? ... .... ..... ...... F&*$^&%^&%^E%^%^%^&^&^^&***#$##$%!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neptunesurvey Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 I'm in for one. Maybe two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flash Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 I'm interested in one. If the price were lower, I'd be interested in more (since no one else is making the bad guys, I need something for my toys to shoot down) ANy chance of a 1/60 version? THen it would match up with the smaller yamatos. Thanks Brad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristopherB Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 1/72 scale is perfect Possibility for add-on parts to create other versions is awesome. Price sounds right based upon the level of detail mentioned. Sign me up for (2). One to save, and one to have someone build for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mechleader Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 Trying to save money... Ah well put me in for one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan168hk Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 i am interest on that but how to pay and shipping rate i live in hong kong thx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wm cheng Posted March 9, 2005 Share Posted March 9, 2005 Nooooo... I was so looking forward to the LV - I truely hope its not dead. Maybe if there was a way to reduce the costs - there would be more takers, the cost was a huge consideration for me. I would be in for one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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