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    Not sure if an aircraft launched ABM would be as responsive and effective as a ship-based ABM.
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    Just to note, the majority of the deAgostini models at TheFlyingMule.com are from deAgostini's "JASDF Collection" series (which has ended). There's another series called the "World War II Masterpiece Collection". This series is still running and concentrates on WWII aircraft. Also, the models in this series are all 1/72 scale. The listing for it here: https://deagostini.jp/ww2/cmc.php?from=1&to=10
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    sh9000, What make and scale is that Abrams tank? If you have KITT, you also need another iconic 80's TV vehicle. The A-Team van! My 1/43 scale Hot Wheels Elite:
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    Maybe Tatsunoko actually likes Robotech and was willing to take less to allow HG continue the Robotech brand?
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    Color me a bit impressed. That's actually a pretty good attempt. To be fair, I understand that designing a a fighter jet that transforms into a good looking robot is difficult. And personally, if the fighter mode looks good, I can probably overlook an ugly battroid mode. But when a supposed new mecha from a new RT project looks like nothing more than a Legioss or VF-1 with extra bits or some minor cosmetic changes, I can't help but say 'lazy'. More of something like what is shown in the above "VF-13" would actually get me interested in certain elements of Robotech, because at least it would show me that there is some creativity and some aesthetic sense at HG.
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    Can these guys ever draw something completely original and good-looking instead of just uglifying or skimming Macross/Mospeada designs? I might have a wee bit of respect for RT if they could do just that.
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    A couple of years ago, I recall the US Marines having to raid a F/A-18A Legacy Hornet museum piece aboard the USS Yorktown for a nose landing gear door hinge because the part was out of production.
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    Purchased the Tamashii Web Exclusive Robot Spirits Core Booster set. Overpriced and ridiculous that this is a TWE, but I had to have it. I had a feeling that it'd be around 1/144 scale and I was right. Goes along wonderfully with my 1/144 Macross fighters.
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    Well, it's the Robotech Minmei, so it'd certainly be like...
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    Yes, DeAgostini Japan released one in diecast in 1/72 scale. However, since it is currently OOP, it commands a crazy premium. Hachette also released one in diecast in 1/87 scale. This was is more readily available but it's in a odd scale.
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    I didn't know they made a Akane figure. Ranma Nibunnoichi was super-popular with anime fans back in the early-mid 90s.
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    Wow, never knew there was a near scene-for-scene copy of Dangaioh. Looking forward to what you think of the last episode. According to Japanese reviewers, the Good Smile version is the one to get as it's bigger and a lot less finicky than the MegaHouse version. I have the Good Smile version. It's very nice.
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    I call this "Katoki-fication". I think ever since Katoki Hajime got involved in the Fix Figuration and Ver.Ka Gundams, it seems Bandai occasionally likes to overdo the tampo on their premium figures. I also think a bit of the blocky square-ness of this DX is a bit of Katoki influence as well (even though he wasn't actually involved).
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    Hi-Metal R

    Vifam7 replied to joppewo's topic in Toys

    Except for the Gundams in F91 and Victory. Many of the mobile suits from F91 and Victory Gundam size a bit better with Macross VFs as they are generally spec'd to around 15 meters tall.
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    Hi-Metal R

    Vifam7 replied to joppewo's topic in Toys

    10 years ago. the price for a 1/60v2 VF-1 with super parts was around $140US. In 2019 dollars, that price would be around $170. Arcadia now charges around $300 for the same toy with extra tampos. It's up to each individual to determine whether the cost is worth it.
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    You can buy them directly from Calibre Wings by contacting them via their Facebook page. They sent me an invoice today so they must be shipping very soon.
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    Ah, that explains things. That said, Bandai never seems to be able to scale the aircraft cockpits and pilots correctly. I agree that it kinda reminds me of the lifting body designs. I have the option to use the original skids as I didn't glue the legs in. Thank you all for the compliments.
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    Both the seat and pilot are 1/72 scale. Don't remember what F-16 kit the seat comes from but the pilot comes from a Hasegawa BAC Lightning. Bandai's pilot for the A-Wing kit is ridiculously oversized. It's more like 1/48 scale.
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    Finished my Bandai A-Wing kit. Ejection seat from F-16 and RAF Lightning pilot added to the cockpit. Didn't do much painting. Pretty much just panel-lining and a wash. Also found a use for the terrible landing gears that came with the Bandai VF-27 kit. Not sure if I'll leave it this way or use the original skids. It has a nose up profile to somewhat mimic the A-4 Skyhawk.
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    What's wrong with ramjet-powered AAMs? Everyone seems to think the MBDA Meteor is the best AAM currently.
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    Received this from CDJapan today. ACCESS FLASH! Generally, I'm not a fan of combining robot type toys but SSSS GRIDMAN was a really good series and each of the individual assist weapons have a charm that I just can't explain.
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    Just wondering but why does every other person call the show "Shield Bro" when the show's title is translated as "The Rising of the Shield Hero"? I know that "Shield Hero" is also used as the short form of the title but where in the world did "Shield Bro" come from? I don't really follow US anime fandom these days so someone please enlighten me.
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    I have a 1/72 scale diecast model of this exact Tomcat. Come over to 1/72 scale.
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    BTW Nausicaa will be in theaters next Monday and Tuesday as part of Studio Ghibli Fest 2019. https://www.fathomevents.com/events/nausicaa-of-the-valley-of-the-wind-studio-ghibli-fest-2019 I'm going to a showing on Tuesday. I've never seen any Ghibli film at a theater so this is going to be a treat.
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    I like the idea of a gunship version of the SB-1 Defiant that Sikorsky-Boeing teased.
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