jardann Posted February 25, 2005 Share Posted February 25, 2005 Hi everybody, I don't know if this has been discussed before, but I'd like to get some opinions on the old Imai 1/72 scale Regult kit. Is it accurate? In size shape or details? How is the buildup? Is it worth working on and improving? After hearing the news about Hasegawa not releasing any enemy mecha (totally inane IMHO, but that's another thread) I'm starting to think about these older kits to go next to the Hasegawa models. Let me know what you think. Does anyone have some good pics of some built up Regult kits? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlphaHX Posted February 25, 2005 Share Posted February 25, 2005 Hi everybody, I don't know if this has been discussed before, but I'd like to get some opinions on the old Imai 1/72 scale Regult kit. Is it accurate? In size shape or details? How is the buildup? Is it worth working on and improving? After hearing the news about Hasegawa not releasing any enemy mecha (totally inane IMHO, but that's another thread) I'm starting to think about these older kits to go next to the Hasegawa models. Let me know what you think. Does anyone have some good pics of some built up Regult kits? If you want a 1/72 scale, I dont think you have any other choice. IMO, they look pretty damn good from this picture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jardann Posted February 25, 2005 Author Share Posted February 25, 2005 Wow! That looks like a great buildup! Thanks for the pic! OK, so we know it can be done, now what about accuracy and what if any modifications need to be made? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gabe Q Posted February 25, 2005 Share Posted February 25, 2005 How well do you think a 1/72 Regult resin kit would sell if it was modelled from scratch by the Cap? I think the demand is there. I would gladly pay $300 and maybe more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viceland Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 Hi everybody, I don't know if this has been discussed before, but I'd like to get some opinions on the old Imai 1/72 scale Regult kit. Is it accurate? In size shape or details? How is the buildup? Is it worth working on and improving? After hearing the news about Hasegawa not releasing any enemy mecha (totally inane IMHO, but that's another thread) I'm starting to think about these older kits to go next to the Hasegawa models. Let me know what you think. Does anyone have some good pics of some built up Regult kits? If you want a 1/72 scale, I dont think you have any other choice. IMO, they look pretty damn good from this picture. That does look great... But... Isn't a Zentreadi soldier dude supposed to be as big as a Battroid? I don't see that Battroid fitting inside that Regult even in a crouched/fetal position... are we sure that scale is accurate? just cause it says so on the box doesn't mean... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grayson72 Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 No the battroids were bigger than the average Zentradi soldier. Bretai was unusually large so he like as big or bigger than the battroids in the scene he shared with them. He most likely wouldn't have fit into a pod. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
port Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 Thats the bomb. Looks so cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlphaHX Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 the regult is ready for his close up... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlphaHX Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 work with the camera!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlphaHX Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 go regult go... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlphaHX Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 last one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlphaHX Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 Ooo... reinforcements. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viceland Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 Ooo... reinforcements. OHHH NOOOO!!!!! The Zentraedy have taken over Niagara Falls!!!! Save the wax museums!!!, Dear God!!, Save the wax museums!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captain america Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 How well do you think a 1/72 Regult resin kit would sell if it was modelled from scratch by the Cap? I think the demand is there. I would gladly pay $300 and maybe more. Nah, more like $120-$130 in resin, AND unlike the plastic model, I can even make a detailed cockpit with one side half in clear resin to show off the internals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myersjessee Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 Damn you John! Less typeing, more sculpting! PLEASE! I'd really love to see one in 1/60 to go with all my other 1/60s (None of the model buffs get to kill me for this! ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ranger565 Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 (edited) John to me what would make this 1/72 scale more real is a Resin Small missile and Heavy Missile set in 1/72 for and add on to the 1/72 kit. To me its the LITTLE differences that make a single Kit more Fun to build. Now not only is a 1/72 Regult kit look better with Resin Missle Pod sets. You can make Different Versions. All someone has to do is Sculp or TRY to build just the Missile mounts, and you will have a WHOLE new kit I say Take what we have and Make it better. Conversion to the OLD kits is the way to go when Model makers cant/wont make the kits we long for I dont think that would be hard for someone like John to make. To bad we only have a few Johns, If I could make the whole group of us that talanted with the snap of my fingers I would. Ranger565 Edited February 26, 2005 by Ranger565 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlphaHX Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 How well do you think a 1/72 Regult resin kit would sell if it was modelled from scratch by the Cap? I think the demand is there. I would gladly pay $300 and maybe more. Nah, more like $120-$130 in resin, AND unlike the plastic model, I can even make a detailed cockpit with one side half in clear resin to show off the internals. and this is why Capt always wins... no matter how "good" a recent model already is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 Let's get some more pics of 1/72 stuff together! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlphaHX Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 Let's get some more pics of 1/72 stuff together! Heh, I have so many its not even funny. I've collected way too many pictures... and its only been half a year or so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HWR MKII Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 John Ill take a regult if yo uactually do have plans on making them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grayson72 Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 Yo Capt. what's next on the menu, didn't get a response in the booster thread? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captain america Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 The next "thing" I will probably work on Macross-wise is the 2-seater conversion for the 1/48 toys. After that, it's a toss-up between a Regult or the GBP-1 add-on for 1/72 Hasegawa model, depending on what people want to see first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viceland Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 (edited) The next "thing" I will probably work on Macross-wise is the 2-seater conversion for the 1/48 toys. After that, it's a toss-up between a Regult or the GBP-1 add-on for 1/72 Hasegawa model, depending on what people want to see first. Yes, both of those would be cool.. [cough][cough]booster/launch rail vehicle[cough] Edited February 26, 2005 by Viceland Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jardann Posted February 26, 2005 Author Share Posted February 26, 2005 1/72 regult with amazing detail is what I'm lookin' for! It's good to have the Cap around! Bad for the wallet though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbie Posted February 27, 2005 Share Posted February 27, 2005 Damn you John! Less typeing, more sculpting! PLEASE!I'd really love to see one in 1/60 to go with all my other 1/60s (None of the model buffs get to kill me for this! ) With the slow demise of Yamamoto toys, the only hope we may have to get 1/60 toys are the model makers. Maybe the captain can save us and produce some resins in 1/60, especially the Battlepod. I would buy several. Please???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
94medition Posted February 27, 2005 Share Posted February 27, 2005 I have been wanted a good Regult, PI or resin, for a long time. I was hoping Hasegawa will make some bad guy mecha or destroids, but it seems like it may not happen. I am definitely interested in a 1/72 Regult. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Berttt Posted February 28, 2005 Share Posted February 28, 2005 Damn you John! Less typeing, more sculpting! PLEASE!I'd really love to see one in 1/60 to go with all my other 1/60s (None of the model buffs get to kill me for this! ) With the slow demise of Yamamoto toys, the only hope we may have to get 1/60 toys are the model makers. Maybe the captain can save us and produce some resins in 1/60, especially the Battlepod. I would buy several. Please???? Get in line! 1/72 scale modellers first! Damn toy junkies. Berttt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neova Posted February 28, 2005 Share Posted February 28, 2005 (edited) I've seen the old 1/72s and the sculpt is actually nice after you clean it up. If the captain can make the regult with posability and articulation, then I'm in. No articulation? Then I would like to see the price come down since you can still find Imais kits around. Edited March 1, 2005 by Neova Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agass4u Posted March 1, 2005 Share Posted March 1, 2005 After that, it's a toss-up between a Regult or the GBP-1 add-on for 1/72 Hasegawa model, depending on what people want to see first. I'll take either kit. I am just glad you are considering making them. Just let me know and I will get the cash, oh yes I will get the cash. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norge71 Posted March 27, 2005 Share Posted March 27, 2005 Regult or Armor? Hmmmm.. Why not both? Which ever you decide to do first is good for me as you'll have guaranteed sales from me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grayson72 Posted March 27, 2005 Share Posted March 27, 2005 Ok so what techniques do you think that guy used to achieve that look? It looks like he peeled that thing right off the cells. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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