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    Bandai METAL Line (MBuild/MStructure/GFFMComposite/MRDamashii/Gundam Chogokin)

    in Anime or Science Fiction

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    3 minutes ago, no3Ljm said:

    Ok. Now I'm thinking if I should move my order to BBTS and cancel the other from Japan online stores. September to them that means thru boat. I don't mind the wait nor paying the downpayment as long that it's guaranteed that we can have it by then and not something that has a chance of cancellation. Not sure too if they already cancelled something that has a downpayment required before. And for the $60, you guys think that's how much to cost to ship this in the US from Japan via DHL? How much we're paying now for DX to US via DHL?

    So to ship my Metal Build Justice it will be $40-ish from Japan to Michigan. So the $30-40 BBTS tacked on is shipping for me. And I don't think BBTS would cancel with an NRD. I haven't had a problem with that. 

    Neon Genesis EVANGELION General Thread

    in Anime or Science Fiction

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    1 minute ago, VF-Zero said:

    I must add when i talk about Evangelion, i mostly have manga in the mind as canon for me. Because, i like the manga the best. I must also add, i haven't seen the rebuiled of Evangelion series yet. I also enjoyed The TV series and especially the manga, otherwise what the heck i am doing here... xD.  But i won't go as far as saying i understand everything about Evangelion. It is deeper than any anime or manga, i have ever read and watched. There are so many lairs...  Christianty, Buddism, Psychology are all there in the story, either audio dialog, visually symbolism or symbolism in written dialog or written describtion. 

    The EVA TV series was one of the first anime I watched from beginning to end. I loved it and it left an impression on me 20+ years later (in the form of spending a lot of money on figures). However, after reading the manga, I completely agree that the manga tells the story better and has a satisficing ending. 

    Product Review - KiKi Loose Joint Fixer

    in Toys

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    1 hour ago, no3Ljm said:

    Quick question. If you put too much or excess in applying it, what do you guys use for wiping? And does it leave mark or stain on the plastic?

     

    I have used a cotton bud or paper towel. I haven't noticed any staining or marks on plastic pieces. It cleans up easy when it is in liquid form.

    Bandai METAL Line (MBuild/MStructure/GFFMComposite/MRDamashii/Gundam Chogokin)

    in Anime or Science Fiction

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    12 minutes ago, vigoro said:

    Does anyone know what the differences are between the Metal Build / GFFMC / Metal Robot Spirits lines are?  I actually have a couple but I can't really figure out what the differences between the lines are.  The gundam.fandom.com wiki says the Metal Build is more 1/100 scale versus Metal Robot Spirits being closer to 1/144 scale (not sure what GFFMC scale is), but other than maybe a potential size difference, are there any other differences between them that I should consider when choosing a model in one line versus the other?  All I know is regardless they are all very expensive!

    Metal Build vs Metal Robot Spirits

    So the biggest difference is the scale and the wiki is correct. Metal Builds are close to 1/100 and Metal Robot Spirits (MRS) are close to 1/144. Bandai for the most part took a Metal Build and shank it down to 1/44 scale. The only other difference I have noticed is the plastic on the MRS figures feels easier to break and stress because the parts are smaller. I haven't broken any of mine but just something to be mindful of. Also the joint tolerances can be really off with some MRS figures. My MRS Zeta's knee took a lot of force to bend when I was posing it. Others are great like the MRS Justice I opened a couple of days ago, no issues with the joints. Paint, durability, gimmicks, articulation are the same from MB to MRS.

    The MRS does have one big advantage right now, you have a good chance of Bandai releasing a whole cast or team of suits. Gundam Seed for example, most of the main suits from Gundam Seed and Gundam Seed Destiny have been released in MRS with the exception of the Legend Gundam, Strike, and maybe a few others. And with recently pre-orders it seems that they are doing main suits or variations from lesser know series. The Re-GZ custom and Hazel Gundam for a few examples. Bandai would never do those suits in MB format and we are just getting a Justice Gundam to go with Freedom after years in the MB line. 

    Metal Build vs Gundam Fix Figuration Metal Composite

    Pre-the GFFMC Zaku II release, I would say there was no to little difference between the MB and GFFMC line. Granted the GFFMC Unicorns weren't the best, second-hand knowledge, but there wasn't much difference other than the transformation gimmick. Both have a diecast frame with painted armor, decals, hand options, stands, and are 1/100-ish scale. Post GFFMC Zaku II release, I would say the GFFMC line is better. There is something with the Zaku II and Wing Zero releases that are close to perfect. I personally really love the MB line and have been collecting them since the first release of the Destiny Gundam. But the current GFFMC line has this 'fit and finish' that beats out the MB figures. Everything moves great, looks amazing, tons of options, perfect proportions, the whole package. I would have trouble finding a criticism with my GFFMC figures. I imagine the GFFMC line will be sticking with UC and Wing Suits for a few years, and we will be seeing a lot of Zaku II flavors down the line. Personally hoping to see a Gouf Custom in GFFMC. The MB line is branching out after years of Exia releases with Getter, Mazinger, and EVA.  

    Hope that helps! Sorry for the rambling but it was a great excuse to avoid work.  

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