kensei Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 Looks to have a removable nosecone to allow for for one with an antennae, and one without. 367840[/snapback] No, as already mentioned a few pages back, the pitot tube is a detachable part. Graham 367896[/snapback] Sorry but I didn't get what a pitot tube was. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eugimon Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 (edited) the pitot tube is the little tube that sticks out from the nose of the VF-0 in fighter and gerwalk mode. I'm not worried about the pilot... the thing is the size of a 1/48 so I'm sure they won't have any problems making space for his legs. I can see now how the vf-0 in the akihabara pictures has the shoulders transformed wrong... no posing problems here. and oh my fraking god am I happy I pre-ordered this thing... so sweet. Edited February 8, 2006 by eugimon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlenhoff Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 Pitot tube: An instrument for measuring the relative speed of a fluid. Let's remember that air is a fluid that is less dense than water. In aviation is that protuberant, antena looking tube in located in an undisturbed, unobstructed area of every aircraft. Regarding the VF-0S this tube is located in underneath its nose, and it is removable to avoid its breakage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlenhoff Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 Wow eugimon you are fast. I pre-oredered and paid for two of these... Shall I get another? I like everything about this design, and all the little details! I can't believe the little pilot is so detailed! OMG, Shall I get a third.... I should wait for the LV and the stealth... Self control is horrible when it is about Macross... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GobotFool Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 (edited) Looks great so far, how many variants are there of the VF-0S? And do you guys think hoping for a set of reactive armor is asking to much? Edited February 8, 2006 by GobotFool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghostryder Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 GAWD, looks like the only gimmick this thing doesn't have over the 1/48 is the ability to angle the feet. How frackin' sweet does that thing look in those pics. I still like the 1/48 VF-1 better in fighter mode, but that VF-0 battroid is making my wallet cry... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DARKWIND Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 I wish they made the pilot articulated. . . (j/k) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghostryder Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 So.... uhhh....is BBTS the only place still taking preorders? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlenhoff Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 No way, it does look like you can't angle the feet! I knew this couldn't be perfect. I just hope the "forgot" to angle the feet for the photo shoot... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlenhoff Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 (edited) So.... uhhh....is BBTS the only place still taking preorders? 368012[/snapback] So far, yes, it seems like. I don't know why Toy-wave is not taking pre-orders for this item. Edit in: Oooooops, yes they were. But it seems like they are sold out now. I'll PM Ken to see if he'll take more orders. Edited February 8, 2006 by vlenhoff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghostryder Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 (edited) No way, it does look like you can't angle the feet! I knew this couldn't be perfect. I just hope the "forgot" to angle the feet for the photo shoot... 368013[/snapback] Well maybe the bevels in the feet make it so you don't need them to angle... Somebody convince me that Yamato will be able to Tampo print 4 straight tailfin skulls, and they'll have my money. Edited February 8, 2006 by ghostryder Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlenhoff Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 (edited) Well maybe the bevels in the feet make it so you don't need them to angle...Somebody convince me that Yamato will be able to Tampo print 4 straight tailfin skulls, and they'll have my money. 368020[/snapback] Still, I have my fingers crossed on this. I really love that feature in my 1/48s I can live with a crooked skull tailfin, but feet that does not angle really hurt me Edited February 8, 2006 by vlenhoff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eugimon Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 (edited) I can deal. crooked jolly rogers don't bother me.. the feet thing... I'm thinking they can pivot... if you look at some of the pics from the akihabara thread the foot appears to be pivoting... maybe someone in japan could saunter down over and take a closer look? Edited February 8, 2006 by eugimon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlenhoff Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 (edited) Well, you can't really see the feet completely in those pics from the akihabara thread. Plus, it is standing on glass, which makes it harder to really determine if the feet are bent or not. Maybe, when you pull the feet outwards, it will allow you to angle them. As you can see that extra piece just above the feet would probably make it difficult to have an angle while the feet are fully openned/extended. The important thing is that this a wonderful toy, and I'm glad I pre-ordered two of them. edited grammar once more. Edited February 8, 2006 by vlenhoff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlenhoff Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 Wow, did anyone notice the clear LCD display on the top of the control panel inside the cockpit? Wow, I wich the 1/48 TV versions had this feature. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfx Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 I don't think the feet angled that well on the 1/48's either. Its not that obvious. Maybe its the same for the VF-0. In any case, its minor. One thing that does bother me though is the seam line down the middle of the thigh. Don't know why they decided to join it from the front instead of the side, like the 1/48s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlenhoff Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 Ok, here is the reply of Ken at Toy-Wave: "Hi! I will open pre order soon! Ken" So, if anyone is interested, this guy is really cool. I 've had only great experiences everytime I order something from him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kensei Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 (edited) the pitot tube is the little tube that sticks out from the nose of the VF-0 in fighter and gerwalk mode..... 368001[/snapback] Thanks. Now I understand. Pitot tube: An instrument for measuring the relative speed of a fluid. Let's remember that air is a fluid that is less dense than water.In aviation is that protuberant, antena looking tube in located in an undisturbed, unobstructed area of every aircraft. Regarding the VF-0S this tube is located in underneath its nose, and it is removable to avoid its breakage. 368003[/snapback] Thanks to you as well. Much better understanding now. I don't think that it is removable just because of breakage, but because of kids and the danger of stabbing yourself several times while transforming.... Looks great so far, how many variants are there of the VF-0S? And do you guys think hoping for a set of reactive armor is asking to much? 368009[/snapback] Officially? Just one. I'm sure that Yamato willl find a paint scheme to milk it though. No way, it does look like you can't angle the feet! I knew this couldn't be perfect. I just hope the "forgot" to angle the feet for the photo shoot... 368013[/snapback] The feet do look like they angle slightly, but I think that it is poor compared to the 1/48. I wonder if the VF-0s arms are capable of a full flexion position like the 1/100 scale Gundams? Edited February 8, 2006 by kensei Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shin Densetsu Kai 7.0 Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 The painted missles, the articulation, the aesthetics, they've got a winner on their hands with this one. I'm gonna wait till you guys start recieving your orders to hear about the quality before I order. Just to be safe. I think if we do get another it'll undoubtedly be a VF-0A since the only new tools they would need is a new head. And it lends itself to possibly 2-3 repaints alone(CF, Shin, other CF with bunny logo). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fortress_Maximus Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 INCREDIBLE! This is so... going to hurt the terrified wallet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dante74 Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 I promised my wallet that I'd stick to 1/48's but after seeing these pictures,....... Looks like they will use the same bad stickers though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kensei Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 Takatoys and Anasazi to the rescue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fort Max Posted February 8, 2006 Share Posted February 8, 2006 This toy has been looking good from the beginning but even so I am impressed. From looking at the pictures of all these fine details, it is clear to see just how far Yamato has come as a company. I hope we can expect this same level of sheen from the Garland. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLoneWolf Posted February 9, 2006 Share Posted February 9, 2006 I was just wondering about the pilots.Shouldn't the 1/60 VF-0S pilot be smaller in scale in-line with the rest of the 1/60 VF-1 series. Just a observation... 367911[/snapback] I don't think the 1/60 VF-1 pilots are a good measure of the 1/60 scale. When the 1/60 VF-1 was originally made, it didn't come with any pilots. The pilots were an afterthought, contorted to fit a cockpit that wasn't really designed to accomodate a pilot. I think it's safe to say that Yamato had pilots in mind since the inception of the 1/60 VF-0. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1/1 LowViz Lurker Posted February 9, 2006 Share Posted February 9, 2006 The new pics look good. So any word on the pitot tube and what material it is? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shin Densetsu Kai 7.0 Posted February 9, 2006 Share Posted February 9, 2006 Hey I think the pics are of a PRODUCTION VERSION~!! Look at the closeup of the cockpit section and the kite symbol, do you see the EDGES!!? Other than that its a damn fine looking production model. The sooner I hear good qc reports, the sooner I put my order in! This sucker costs a lot I hope yamato uses all the proft they get from this on a SV-51 and VF-0D. Nothing like a 2 seater! 2 seaters ROCK and it would be the FIRST 2 seat yammie on the market~!!!! And it wouldn't hurt if someone like Tenjin did the box art...but then again I think im dreaming again. Darn it. Since 1/55 is close to 1/60 im gonna make this be buddies with my bandai reissues. KICK ASS!~ And it looks like a better toy than the 1/48. Definitely a progression. And PAINTED MISSLES!~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shmitty Posted February 9, 2006 Share Posted February 9, 2006 Wow, did anyone notice the clear LCD display on the top of the control panel inside the cockpit? Wow, I wich the 1/48 TV versions had this feature. 368031[/snapback] Thats the HUD, the feature isn't there on the 1/48 because the VF-1's HUD is projected onto the canopy instead of a small screen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beltane70 Posted February 9, 2006 Share Posted February 9, 2006 My only complaint is that this doesn't come out in March when I'll actually be in Japan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shin Densetsu Kai 7.0 Posted February 9, 2006 Share Posted February 9, 2006 I dunno man doesn't yamato only put up product photos once the toy is near release? And plus that one sample showed up in akhibara....I tend to think you might have a chance of buying it in march! =) Maybe april was just listed as a saturation date? Some stores do get toys in early. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Posted February 9, 2006 Author Share Posted February 9, 2006 I've just added a page on the 1/60 VF-0S to the main site. The release date for the toy is still scheduled for April 2006. I can confirm that the toy in Akihabara is NOT a final production version. It's a test shot from the molds to check if any parts need modifying, before production goes ahead. Graham Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myk Posted February 9, 2006 Share Posted February 9, 2006 (edited) Good Lord. I'll have to stop counting freckles for this one... As always, thanks for all of the homework, Graham... Edited February 9, 2006 by myk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Hingtgen Posted February 9, 2006 Share Posted February 9, 2006 Very impressive and all---now why can't they do a YF-19 like this?!?! Also--I still plan to hold out for a VF-0D. The standard VF-0 is still too close to a VF-1 for me. Side note since it's come up so often: Pitot is pronounced "pee-toe". It's French. Not "pit-ot". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Posted February 9, 2006 Author Share Posted February 9, 2006 Side note since it's come up so often: Pitot is pronounced "pee-toe". It's French. Not "pit-ot". 368341[/snapback] Thanks, I did not know that. Graham Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baronv Posted February 9, 2006 Share Posted February 9, 2006 So anyone know what reputable site out there has the best price to pre-order the VF-0S? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orguss01 Posted February 9, 2006 Share Posted February 9, 2006 NICE PICS This is really turning out better than most of us expected!!! "DAMN IT"- my wallet/bank account Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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