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Ugh... So I guess my 1/48s are going up on the trophy case then.

If you watch Macross Plus, you can see most of the full detailed cockpits and note how the monitoring system wraps around the pilot so he can see front, top, bottom and sides. Having eyes in the back would have the pilot turning around to see what was behind him. As most have said the multitude of radar and threat sensors to warn you of proximity and imminent danger with that full screen hud is overwhelming enough.

For a project that I'm evaluating, I need to cut curves. Do you have a picture or recommendation of said Jewlers Saw? I just picked up a BIG 1.5" deep model saw for 3 bux. That has got to be one of my better tool deals next to my 20 piece file set for 3 bux.

That doesn't look bad at all! Is there a snell rating for the helmet? and who makes it?

Great recommendations folks! Thanks a lot! I already picked up The Patlabor Movies (1-3), the newer OVA releases and Cowboy Bebop. Just waiting to get it warmed up on the dvd player. I actually do like comedies but I was looking for more action packed movies with a deep story. I love Lupin III (have TV series 1 - 2 to start - My GOD! ) , Miyazaki and have Shirow's Collection to finish (Dominion Tank Police just cracks me up). Wings of Honneamise, Jin Roh, and Golgo13 are going on my must have lists now and I'll pick up the UC Gundam Movies and Votoms. I love those old school mechs. I tried to watch Lain but that just bored me stiff. I need something more hardcore than that. My copy is for sale now. PM if interested. Also whats up with all of these Gundam X, Y,Z, ZZ and etc... My god, I could teach the alphabets to my niece and nephews with just the covers from the series.

Macross 7 VF-11C in 1/72 scale. 15,540 YEN starting price. Ouch. http://page2.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/b47358287

I was cleaning out my Anime collection and realized I need NEW animes to watch. I already have M:Zero on order and saw all 3 Yukikazes. I'm looking for recommendations based on more military and semi-possibly realistic mature scenarios and less of the SD funny kiddy stuff. Yukikaze would be one example and some of my old faves include all of the Macross animes cept for M7 (didn't watch that yet), Mospeada, Megazone 23, Bubble Gum Crisis, Space Cruiser Yamato, Captain Harlock, Spriggin (short but action was good) Blue Sub 6, Crying Freeman (man, is sanctuary ever going anime?) and occult (not hentai) demon shows. This is to give you guys a feeling for my tastes. I watched some Gun Grave from the dvds I bought for a friend and it was pretty good cept for the quality. I have not and never had watched any episodes of Gundam (I counted almost 15 boxed sets and individual titles at the shop) and don't know which ones to start on. I saw a few minutes of the most recent release and the CG was fricking awesome. Let me know!

Most beautiful VF-4G in existence? Drools and pukes at 20,000 YEN price. Graham, can you get Yamato to talk to SHE and work on that 1/48 VF-4G like now? Maybe yesterday? http://page6.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/f14896008

THANK YOU for the McGuyver's method of re-casting! Very cool! What was the biggest piece you item you had re-casted using this method? Any other methods for cheapo casting? Maybe a new thread is needed! Thank you again.

I 2nd the Dremel. Now If I can only get my friend to ship one over here...

I don't know about Australia or Canada but the US has a 1400 USD allowance where no custom charges (tax) will be applied PER PERSON for items you had purchased outside of the country. So bring big empty luggage and friends to "spread" the wealth. You can declare less too but that would be bordering on... inappropriateness... Or just peel the price tags off.

I nominate the perch mode to be officially dubbed the "Chicken" mode. Bawwwk bawwwk bawwwkk come here little red ghost ship... Bawwkk bawwwk bawwwk..

Great Job! I love your paintjob! I wanted to buy the Yukikazes too but at 1/100, I think I'll hold onto my money. wmcheng, what do you think of the Platz version? Is it worth the cash for it? We found one on the shopathon and its a grip.

You mean Gerwalk? Post a pic!

So is his name Isamu, Basara, Shin or ... Rick Hunter The 2nd? ... waits for mods to ban me ... J/k! Your baby is beautiful, even though he did try to eat my cell phone.

Bitorrent is one method and I would also add Overnet since that has the ability to propogate on its own and setup your own upload limits so everyone within the network won't have their uplink saturated. 0.5 Kb/sec from 10-20 people could help the ftp servers a LOT.

Just curious but has a toy (doubt this) or garage model of the Megaroad or the SDF-3 (not counting the big one off by a MW member here) ever been produced? I would love to see all of the details of that ship in 3D.

I want to thank Graham for hosting and guiding the ratpack of MWers through the busy streets of Hong Kong, answering all of our pesky questions, and not getting mad at us for doing stupid but fun things! THANK YOU GRAHAM for making this trip so memorable. I also want to say that it was great meeting everyone. Recon: Super nice guy and I'm glad to have met you and your wife. If you still want that TF set from CTMA, pm me and I'll try my best to help you. Lazyman: thanks for being our local guide and helping everyone. I felt bad we cut into your personal time but I'll buy you a drink the next time we meet up. Sebastian: Man you are too funny and have a great personality. Kept me laughing most of the time and take care of your beautiful family. Guppy: Did you think you bought enough this time? You know you and your girl have a total of 4 arms and can stuff more into your luggage right? Let us know when you land in HK again! I think all of the toy shops are going to welcome you with open arms! Deadzone: Cool to meet you and funny how we lived so close to each other (both sides of the globe) but didn't meet until now. By the time you read this, I hope you have all those valuables stuffed in your luggage and on your way or already back home. XSToys: Well, what can I say? Really, what can I say? Haha... Great meeting you and your wife/gf. I hope you had a great time. It was entertaining talking to you and regardless of what Sebastian wrote in all of the public men's restroom, you're a cool guy. Oh yeh, All MWes on the tour can PM privately me to exchange for hires pictures.

All offenders were spotted wearing group identifiers. Maybe the authorities can decipher this:

MWers escapes to elevator and ducks low after asking the shop owner to open, look at and not buy the nth toy / model / item. Staying low kept them out of line of sight. I think someone felt up on guppy but we don't know who or maybe he just passed some gas?

Graham and Sebastian shows their prized possession after rummaging through and bypassing old pricey Macross toys and models.

MW'ers invades Causeway Bay and makes good with mad shopping!

Horrific picture of hostage in despair among the destructive group

6 hours later of intense cat and mouse chases throughout most of Mong Kok's little alley ways, tiny dens and numerous "bargaining" with shop owners, the suspects were almost apprehended when they were spotted resting by Pearl TV's news team. There were two additional female hostages amongst the group and sadly, they are all still at large. If you see or know the whereabouts of the suspects, please report them to the proper authorities immediately. Do not engage them under any circumstances. Frustration from lack of obtaining "killer deals" and high anxiety levels due for the forthcoming Causeway Bay onslaught have the authorities worried of escalating destruction and fury.

So I decided to search through this thread to see if I can contact folks for the meet. Well, I turned on the TV and what do you know? A ruckus broke out in Mong Kok where PTU and SDU were called in to seal off the area. Supposedly, a dispute between a traveling group and the shop keeper erupted due to lack of quality services and offerings. "What?!?! No discounts for 2 MPC Optimus Primes and the 4 1/48s?" was heard amongst brawling and the sound of crushed boxes under trampling feets. Here's a screen capture from Pearl TV showing the suspects. Be aware of these people and inform the proper authorities if you have sighted them: