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I would LOVE to call you nitpicker for this but you´re definitely right. Only thing missing is a \"in case you wish this arm to break off, shoot right here\" sign. Don´t know why they did it but that should be changed. 387539[/snapback] It could be that it\'s done only for the purpose of the VF-0s being able to hold the gun completely in an upright and tucked close to the chest. **Refer to the HLJ link previously posted and you\'ll see what I mean.

I miss my old Mopar...69 Challenger (Plum Crazy) with a 318cid. Sold the Challenger for 68 Ford Fairlane GTA 429 SuperCobraJet. Currently driving: 06 VW Passat 05 VW Golf (wife) 69 AMC Rambler

The new buttons are pretty neat. But how about adding a green for the locked threads. It would be like Kakizaki and how he dies in SDF and DYRL.

Well, the two on the left have some air bubbles ´cause they were for testing out where the \"problem spots\" of the molds are - don´t know if you want THESE.... Right now I´ve been experimenting with white paint and the resin does almost look like like plain polystyrene now, less translucent. For the gear parts I have added aluminium powder to make the stuff harder, I put one of the models on wheels and try if they are strong enough. I think it works unless you point a hairdryer at full heat right on the landing gear. 386237[/snapback] How about placing brass or steel rods in the mold cavities, prior to pouring? The resin should flow around the rod and make for stronger pieces.

Awesome!!!

Awesome!!!

TV 1/48 Vf-1J (Hikaru FP): 001 DYRL 1/48 Vf-1A (CF): 001 1/48 Vf-1S (Roy): 001 Variations 1/48 Vf-1A (Low Vis II): 001 1/48 Vf-1J (Stealth FP): 001 Accessories 1/48 Vf-1 GBP (Blue): 001 1/48 Vf-1 GBP (Camo): 001 1/48 Vf-1 FP: 001 1/48 Vf-1 FP(Clear): 001 Others 1/60 Vf-0S Roy: 001 1/60 VF-1D: 001 1/60 VE-1 ElinteSeeker: 001 1/60 VT-1 SuperOstrich: 001 1/60 VF-1A CannonFodder: 002 Not much to add, but meh, it\'s something.

Damn, those are nice!

Kitbash or not, find it and let me know how I can get one. I've never seen that before.

Yes, I can. Keep them coming.

Those are some nice pics!

Damn Straight!!!

Well, I do agree with what your saying about the Yammies, but it could be possible to make them just as detailed as a Hase. In doing so it does bridge a gap of models and toys, kind of what Taka was attempting in the 80\'s. Only Yamato is doing a better job of it. I would have to say (for me personally) buying a toy is only a factor of gratification, not really being lazy or young. Models require time, diligence, and patience. A toy, well it\'s just a toy.

Have you seen the Ultimate Detail 1/48? No amount of customization would ever make a Yamato even a pale imitation of it. If someone tried, it wouldn\'t even be a toy at that point, because it would require so many customized parts. I think your point has more to do with scale, than toys vs models. Personally I love 1/72, and have since I was a child. I think its a good balance where you can build most aircraft and display them together. Also I would hazard to say that 1/72 requires more skill than 1/48, if one were to attempt to aspire to a similar level of detail, I think Memnon\'s old strike valk (Click here to see) shows how an expert modeler can incorporate great amount of detail into a very small area. Also I don\'t think two magazines post of customized yams is any sort of indicator of a major switch... sorry. 384735[/snapback] No need to apologize for your opinions...They\'re only yours. But anyways, I was wondering if this is the new direction for customizing. There are quite a few modellers who do customize a toy to give it a more realistic feel, albight, it\'s still a toy. No one hear is

384696[/snapback] It\\\'s only nonsense when nobody responds. Besides stick to the topic, I just went by an observation of the most current mags posted on MW. This was only meant towards MACROSS VFs and the choice modellers are taking by using the 1/48 TOY platform. Given that fact that yes models do have an excellent portrayal of realism, but from where I\\\'m looking, the 1/48 TOY is better due to size and accessabillity to implement better details. FYI - I like both models and toys, but prefer the latter. I\'d prefer to use a toy to customize than model. Most models are almost done in terms of detail, but a toy allows you a bit more artistic venturing. Again, this is about MACROSS VFs!

Because models are too FRA(SNAP)GILE and WEAK to handle. A toy on the otherhand is meant to be played with or displayed, depending on the owner. It also looks like it could be that toys are actually becoming something more that just toys. They are becoming something of a hybrid that has great detail and actual function, other than looking pretty on a shelf, like girly models.

I was looking at the hobby magazine sections of MW, the newest entries. I noticed both Dengeki Hobby and Hobby Japan have custom painted 1-48s. The pictures of the Yamatos in the articles are fantastic and look far better that the Hasegawas. Being that the toys carry that extra playability factor and with a little creativity and paint, the shelf queen factor, are modelers of Macross Vfs more likely to acquire toys for customizing rather than models. This seems to be the new trend, and an awesome one at that **TOYS RULE!!

Excellent catch Izzy!

WOW!!!

I hope you don't go around saying this in the gym showers.

Can't wait to see it with decals on. How heavy is that thing? Is it completely solid resin?

HA HA HA... Wait! What!?! Snakes on a plane? What this movie about? I don't get it .

Looking good. What else have you got in mind for this custom?

Heya Rob, Any luck on finding what's in my avatar???

Solscud, we really do appreciate all your hard work. ******************************************* OK, so a couple of us decided to throw a poker tournament the day before the actual Macrossworld Con. As a way to entertain the people that come from different parts of the country and since the local people get together and play anyway. There will only be 30 spots open and I have a few people that are already asked for reservations. I\'ll post the people that expressed interest in being part of it, but you have to contact me for instructions to save your seat. When you PM me I will give you complete info. I wanted to keep the prizes a secret but it\'s already been revealed that a 1/48 GBP armor is one of them. But I can tell you this... that\'s not THE top prize. Also, the friday before the tounament, we will have a really cheap all day cash game. Just to teach people that don\'t know how to play, but decided to join the tournament. People that didn\'t get in the tournament can join if they want. Or if you just want to sit in and have fun then, by all means, come down and play. Just remember that\'s the Saturday, July 1st ************************************** Now, let\'s try not to derail from the thread.