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I like him, as a designer. The VF-1 is an incredible design, enduring to this day as a benchmark by which transforming mecha are compared. I totally dig the VF-4 Lightning, and I tout the YF-19 as one of the sexiest planes ever made. I would die a happy man if I had a figure of the SDP-1 Stampede Valkyrie. I own a Military type Aquarion, and I love it because it is the single most complex transforming toy I have touched. The GP-01 and the GP-02 are both great. I have almost all the Armored Core series, though that's mostly because of the game itself, though I own a few of the models, and a couple figures, and THAT's all about Kawamori. The THS-02 G1 Convoy was insanely cool, especially concerning it's size. There's really only one thing by Kawamori that I don't really like, and that's the MP-03 Starscream. It's not that I don't like what it is now, it's fine, I guess. What irked me about that figure was that Kawamori had the most perfect sculpt of Starscream, and THEN changed it. Other than that minor conflict of opinion, his stuff rocks! I should add to this, however, that I dig Hajime Katoki oh so much more.

EDIT: Nevermind, I found the info. Definately getting the first run, cause I don't feel like waiting that long. It'll look great with my other Yammies.

Do you want me to use my Magic 8 Ball or do you want to ask another member to use their's?

I'm not asking for clairvoyance. Let me restate, and I'll be precise so I don't confuse anyone:

In the past, several Yamato valkyries showed shortcomings associated with the first production run. These issues were partially or completly resolved in later runs. What was the amount of time, in the past, that it took for Yamato to produce these improved second runs? I intend to use this number to speculate on the time it takes for Yamato to improve on currently theoretical YF-19 shortcomings.

Let me know if I need to post a third version with smaller words.

First of all, there is absolutely nothing that says you can't post about non Macross in here. I imagine, that because a Gundam figure isn't an anime, it's a toy, he figured it should go in the clearly marked Toy section.

Secondly, there is a large amount of territory covered in this topic. Keep in mind that the Gundam models are all snap together, molded in color, figures. That means no glue, and no paint. Now, some of the smaller kits (and older kits) will require some paint to look accurate, but keep in mind that model building is an art, and you are the artist. Most HGUC, any MG and every PG will require not one drop of paint to look amazing. Most High Grades in 1/100 and all the ones I've seen in 1/60 won't really need paint either. Now, if it's not a model, but an actual toy you are looking for, yes, the HCM Pro line is amazing. Tiny Gundam figures with great paint jobs, great posability, and amazing detail for their size. If you are looking for some hand candy, this is your fix. Speaking of FIX, if you are looking for something to put on your shelf and look bad ass, the Gundam FIX line is perfect. Designed by Hajime Katoki, every figure of that line is oriented toword looking cool. Many of them come with stands for dynamic poses, and most of them have options to actually swap them between different Mobile Suits. For example, my FIX Gundam Ver Ka has removable armors, and a second set of armors to allow me to rebuild it as a RGM-79 GM-C, with a new sculpt and paint job. You would need to keep in mind, however, that these are display figures, not playing figures. If all you want is something to play with, MSiA is built for that. The figures are built almost entirely out of PVC, and they are very very hard to break.

Anyhow, just look into it. Gundam is easily one of the most expansive merchanise lines around. It rivals Star Wars in sheer scope, variety, and numbers. If there's something you're looking for, it's in there.

So, if the YF-19 comes out on the 7th (I heard the 30th of Nov) how long until we see an improved second run?

The real thing is, aside from removable armors, what advantage would a PG 1/48th scale Valkyrie have over a Yammie 1/48?

BTW, been here two days, and already I hate Graham....

The YF-19 came out on the 30th, didn't it? Does anyone have a product yet?

EDIT: nevermind, I guess it comes out on the 7th. My sources were wrong! *shakes fist*

So, is he using varnish base for the paint and enamel base for the panel lining?