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Grey728

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  1. You're a brave soul to put that much weight on a yeti stand. I might just be camera angle but I think that long yeti arm might be bending as the nosecone of that VF is pointing up at a higher angle than the kaki.
  2. Premium Finishes have spoiled me. I want no less from Arcadia at this point. Everything else they release just seems bland by comparison now.
  3. Nice work!... But I think the tread on the reworked bike is facing the wrong direction. Maybe the wheels need to be reversed?
  4. I wonder. Do you think this is something that could be done with a Tenso address?
  5. I missed that, yes. Bummer as I was really looking forward to having those since it's right there on the first page that they would.
  6. They will release SSPs.
  7. I was worried about that too. I haven't touched it much since I placed it on my yeti stand but I made sure most of the weight was supported and off the joints. I think only the arms could potentially get loose now. I'll need to get the support arms out of storage but have been too lazy to make a trip.
  8. I think these exclusives are made to order (like Bandai TWE) so unless someone (or scapler) is willing to sell theirs I don't think you'll get one at MSRP for very long. The none PF on the other hand will likely be very easy to get. FWIW I'm still on the fence and would prefer a weathered/panel line version. The VF-0D has raised the bar.
  9. Most of the pieces I've recieved so far (except the wings) have been made of diecast and feels very high quality. Tampo's are already pre-applied as well. The item is fully painted as-is so nothing needs to be added or done. Of course you can do whatever you would like to modify or improve on it as some people already have here but overall, painting is unneccarry. There is some gluing that's been required and some wiring that needed to be routed which took me some time as I don't want to screw it up. I don't have any modelling skills at all. All I've done thus far is follow the Youtube guides online that they've created. You should check them out. I don't know if this kit is worth the 2 grand as it's my first time ever dealing with this type of thing. Most of the kits you receive practically have nothing in them while others have large single pieces of diecast parts. The color is the most off putting of the entire thing which isn't too bad. It's more of a cream/vanilla color than it is white/grey. I don't think that shows up in the videos that much. I recommend you buy the first kit yourself from HLJ for $2.75 just to get an idea of what you're getting yourself into. https://www.hlj.com/macross-vf-1-valkyrie-fighter-mode-diecast-gimmick-model-001-hsjvf1s001
  10. Must have been a very low bar?
  11. I need you to sweep all the sunlight off that airstrip.
  12. The Snow White EW box is definitely bigger and heavier than a VF-0D which I paid around ~$100 to ship via DHL using FromJapan. I also ordered a Snow White from KuramaToys and haven't gotten it nor have they messaged me that they have it in their possession. I do have more PO items from them so I don't mind waiting and stocking them up in their warehouse. I just wish they'd respond to my inquiry. In fairness though I just sent that email in the past day or two and there's supposedly a big holiday in Japan going on right now. They might be out of office for a week.
  13. I'm doing this as well but am also using a cover to keep dust off my boxes as much as possible. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M145490/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_image_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 You're absolutely right that they're great and it's so easy to get to everything you may ever want to get to. I only have three so far but will likely expand to six.
  14. 1/144 scale made mostly with titanium. Too rich for my blood.
  15. The only way to get the pilot is to purchase a sub direct from their website. I tried this using a Tenso address but got held up on the not Japanese card. You might end up with more luck. I really wanted the pilot as well but I think I'm too far in now to worry about it. https://hcj.jp/vf1/home.html?_ga=2.145301044.185916946.1596676843-1196244914.1596676843
  16. According to google translate: Full Length: 60cm Total Height: 17 cm Full Width: 52cm Fully extended wings, 34cm when stored.
  17. I think they did tease an expansion pack with Strike packs on it but it was just a black silhouette. Who knows for sure. I think we'll find out once we start building the thruster/leg sections if it's even possible. Edit: Confirmed on page 2 of this thread. Strike pack as an option. It's on the first page of the first kit. Maybe there will be ~150 total kits?
  18. I'd recommend checking the for sale section and following this thread. If your email blows up, chances are there's chatter in here regarding a new release and dates. The last pre order was for Roy Folkers VF-1S in early July. You could try proxy buying from Amazon JP or Yahoo Japan auctions at a markup. Also, keep in mind that it's very rare for most of us to buy any Macross item at MSRP.
  19. Voltes V DX available at both BBTS and Amazon https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Product/VariationDetails/129639 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08C3B35VF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_mChjFbNFDFQN0
  20. LOL Woops! Sorry, was fact checking my mom.. Will edit now
  21. Hobby Search, 23,750 yen https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10713307
  22. I just got my Metal Structure fin funnels and wing Snow White. I was completely wrong about the funnels and not being able to add more than two. With a little modification (using a screw driver) you can add as many as you want. I think the only limiting factors here would be weight/stress on the backpack where the fins connect. You can add two at a time.
  23. They opened it. Played with it. And now they’re trying to figure out how to get it back in the box without it being too obvious.
  24. I had mine coming along with my Fin Funnels but FedEx decided to not deliver Stupid FedEx..
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