kkx

Finally, it is here. 

This is my first Valk and I have never transformed one before, so a bit nervous about it. It doesn't help that the tab and joints seem to be very stiff. 

I know it will get better once I start (more exp and joints will start to loosen up a bit), but still hesitant to start.

Will watch example video a few more time just to be sure I am doing every step correctly.

9 hours ago, Tekkaman2k5 said:

my part to try and fix my leg will be here tomorrow. Will try to fix on sunday!! wish me luck. if not will return to Amazon and hope can snag another one even if have to pay more.

I am super curious about how the inside looks like. It will be nice if you have some photo to share once you get it open.  Thanks.

Amazon is showing new availability for some seller. Saying new release in Jan 26th.

More stock (many no the version with the extra base) coming, maybe.

My resin kits.

Have not build any resin kit before, not sure which one will be the first. Will continue with plastic injection kit until I have more experience to tackle one of these.

I also have the 1/72 monster and UD VF-1j 1/48 G-system recast. Those two are my Mount Everest. 

2 hours ago, Roy Focker said:

For those like me who ordered from Amazon after it was released did they charge your credit card yet?  Placed my order 3 days ago and no charges on my card yet.

Mine was charged a day after my order confirmation.

Placed order on 31st Dec, and see the item on my online credit card statement on the 1st.

I have more than 5 of these hanging around in my stash. Will get round to build some of them for fun.

Post some progress photo, if you have any. Will be a nice encouragement for me.

On 12/31/2018 at 11:34 PM, no3Ljm said:

From @tekering's post from Page 93:

Looking at it, I'm thinking, is it ok to insert some magnets into it?

 

 

I have been messing with Fusion 360 this week and manage to build a model for a missing missile pod for my Bandai RG banshee.

Maybe I can build a model for the pylon if someone shares some detailed picture of Yamato's missile pylon, that will allow mounting the Hasegawa missile on this.

From the picture I can find, it looks reasonable for a 3D print.

2 minutes ago, seti88 said:

Weird timing..back on Friday and then off for the weekend...maybe ami would still be on skeleton staff on the 4th ..

fingers crossed...

Bandai does choose a bad time for this release. Most shops will be affected by staff going on holiday. Maybe this is not as prominent in Japan hence Bandai's choice of timing.

7 hours ago, seti88 said:

Thanks Jenius. Good to know the stand or gunpod doesn't totally hinder the head.
No rush on the review, which would be more than welcome by the fan-dom...

 

You guys made me pull the trigger on DHL...used my ami points and ended up as ~4900 yen plus for 2 valks by DHL, which was ~340 yen more than SAL.....

now only to wait till the 3rd when ami comes in!! gah.......

4900 yen for two is not a bad price for DHL. Hope you will get yours soon. Amazon estimated early next week for mine. Can't wait.

26 minutes ago, Sanity is Optional said:

Probably Amazon Japan. Mine was $173.83 shipped from them.

I see. Missed the PO and got mine for $243 shipped from Amazon.

Can't wait to get mine.

1 hour ago, UN Spacy said:

Haven't made a Macross toy review in a LONG time. Happy 2019 everyone!

 

Under USD180 shipped? That is a great price. Where did you PO?

21 minutes ago, no3Ljm said:

From @tekering's post from Page 93:

Looking at it, I'm thinking, is it ok to insert some magnets into it?

 

Good idea. I have some small rare earth magnet hanging around. Worth a try. Will buy a set of those Hasegawa weapons.

A quick question for those that have this at hand, do you think the Hasegawa 1/48 missile set will work with some minor mod? From the photos that I can find of the missile set, it seems to be possible to add a small peg of the right size to the pylon.

21 minutes ago, F360 said:

this is probably the best over the counter price right now due to the discounted shipping.

at HLJ PO , price was 18,000 yen. + 4690 yen for ems shipping. (4550 yen fedex)

Ok, thanks.

6 minutes ago, dierbot said:

I pulled the trigger. I am accepting the mark up as a penalty tax for not PO. Thanks for the heads up. I've been refreshing the amazon, hlj, and 1999 sites nonstop for the slightest chance. Ultimately I eat the ~$40 and get my new toy in week! Happy New Year!

Same here, my new year gift to myself.

My first and only Macross toy.

1 hour ago, F360 said:

For those that still want one, there's 2 VF-1J at amazon.jp for 27,500 that's full-fill by amazon and will ship out of japan.

Tax will be removed so it's 25463 yen, and shipping is 1200 yen.  Order Total:JPY 26,663 shipped $252 shipped

2 left.

https://www.amazon.co.jp/超時空要塞マクロス-約300mm-ファイター時-ダイキャスト-塗装済み可動フィギュア/dp/B07FVSX5BL/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1546320182&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=dx+chogokin+vf-1j

 

Is this the best price to get this now?

Out of interest, how much does it cost for it to be shipped to US for those that manage to get the PO on HLJ or other site?

was on notice list on Hobby Search, didn't see the email for 5 hours, not it is gone.

Will I get notice again or I need to join the list again?

Been searching high and low for a decent price chance to buy one.

On 8/26/2018 at 6:03 PM, Archer said:

Finally found a good price for this on From Japan proxy services, glad I have an order confirmed 

Do you mind sharing where I can get still order one with "good price"?

Edit: never mind, just found "From Japan".

Missed this. Should have check this morning, been checking every day but today.......

6 hours ago, eggy99 said:

Look at those beautifully deep panel lines that Yamato used to do. The Arcadia 1/60 panel lines are so shallow now, they are hardly noticeable from a distance and also harder to ink the panel lines. It's one of the things I prefer on the Bandai molds - more pronounced panel lines. It maybe less realistic, but because it is a scaled model, the deeper panel lines create a much more dynamic look when viewed from further away.

I am not sure which one I like better (yet), the shallow Arcadia or the deep Yamato/Bandai version. But some people can argue that such deep panel line is out of scale. When building a model, these panel lines are a bit too deep. I never have a Macross toy, so I don't really know which one is/looks better (at least for me).

15 hours ago, eggy99 said:

There is speculation there will be a 2nd general release without the limited edition flight stand and slipcase.

I will keep hoping. I don't mind missing the flight stand and slipcase.

USD $170 for a nice valk is what I am looking for.

36 minutes ago, vlenhoff said:

Order cancelled

Where? I would like to make that order.

I missed the PO. This could have been my first macross toy.

Hope there is still some way to get this without paying double the price.

Anyone thinking of selling their PO? LMK.

This is the v1 by mike.

£220 shipped to UK.

If anyone interested, I can take some picture. Only two main parts had been epoxy-ed, so almost as "new".

Shipping to outside UK will be expensive, but if you are keen, I can package up and check for postage cost.

-kk

All are 1/72 Hasegawa new not started kit. Decal and Instruction sheet are intact. Inner bag not opened.

Postage for these is £6 for UK (US is £20, so I prefer to sell to UK). Other destination please contact for estimate.

This is signed for postage with insurance and tracking.

YF-21 fighter £16 x2 (one on hold)

VF-1S fighter strike (metal plating version, champagne gold) £18

VF-22s fighter £18

VF-1A Battroid £18

VF-1S strike Battroid £18

SV-51 with twin booster £20 (sold)

VT-1 £20 (on hold)

Postage for these is £5 for UK (US is £16, so I prefer to sell to UK). Other destination please contact for estimate.

This is signed for postage with insurance and tracking.

VF-1D fighter (original photo etch unused) £16 (this is the original version) x2 (one on hold)

VF-1A fighter low visibility £16

VF-1J fighter £16

VF-1A fighter £16

VF-1S figher £16

Resin kits (all original, not recast):

1. VF-1J 1/100 Armored Battroid by Yellow submarine £60

(postage to UK £5, US£16)

2. Retppu 1/72 VF-4 £55

(postage to UK £5, US£16) (on hold)

3. Club-M 1/72 YF-21 £65

(postage to UK £6, US£20)

4. Club-M 1/72 YF-19 £60

(postage to UK £6, US£20)

This one is started, some part had been panel-lined with ink to hight details, the leg/engine is glued together. Not primed, not sanded, not painted.

Picture upon request.

PM if interested.

-kkx

Receive this today.

Man, seeing the kit in person is something different. More impressive then all the pictures I have seen so far.

The details is very good, much better than I expect.

Very happy that I bought this.

-kk