Old Man Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 My big shipment took 7 days on the dot from Order Acknowledgement to my front doorstep with EMS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryoshoko Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 My order of VF-22S Milia came soon after sending payment. Only problem is that the right thigh has a crack when I opened to check the joints and QC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Archer Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 Ok guys, so I got my order of my first 1/60 VF-1. What I noticed after taking it out of the box though, is that it is insanely tight! Like it took me 20 minutes just to pull out one of the feet. Is this general with new 1/60's or is my copy just incredibly tight? Secondly, how do you guys manage to move around and angle the arms in GERWALK mode? It just seems as though I can't really angle them outward nor can I really move them around freely due to the wing obstructions. Any ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Nighthawk Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 My big shipment took 7 days on the dot from Order Acknowledgement to my front doorstep with EMS. Same here. Ordered, acknowledged 3/14, received 3/21. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isa_o Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 I haven't posted in a long time, but I think this deserves a reply. I do not know why the International media is trying to MIS-inform (I guess for ratings), but there is absolutely no such "meltdown" problems here. I am in Tokyo but even speaking to friends in the northeast region there are no serious warnings or such (at least not like CNN or other such media is trying to convey). Some might say that the government is trying to cover it up, but I spoke to Earthquake professors at my University (Tokyo University), which are advisors to the Prime Minister and they also say there is no problem. I guess a magnitude 9.0 earthquake alone is no match to Charlie Sheen in ratings, but making stuff up... Video Streaming Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treatment Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 Ok guys, so I got my order of my first 1/60 VF-1. What I noticed after taking it out of the box though, is that it is insanely tight! Like it took me 20 minutes just to pull out one of the feet. Is this general with new 1/60's or is my copy just incredibly tight? That's pretty normal for most of us. You're just not used to it, yet, but you'll get used to it soon. Secondly, how do you guys manage to move around and angle the arms in GERWALK mode? It just seems as though I can't really angle them outward nor can I really move them around freely due to the wing obstructions. Any ideas? eh? not sure what you're talking about, but you can check out the pics from the manual first. just don't force nor rush anything on it. relax and figure out how and what needs to be turned and stuff. that said, there are prolly several vids from Graham and the others on how to handle your valk and stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
closetgeek Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 Just like Treatment said above, it's wiser to read the manual book and browse around this site or youtube of 1/60 VF-1 review. I dunno if you already knew this, but some 1/60 VF-1 products are notoriously have a problem with shoulder joints. Be careful not to break it man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ff95gj Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 Ok guys, so I got my order of my first 1/60 VF-1. What I noticed after taking it out of the box though, is that it is insanely tight! Like it took me 20 minutes just to pull out one of the feet. Is this general with new 1/60's or is my copy just incredibly tight? Secondly, how do you guys manage to move around and angle the arms in GERWALK mode? It just seems as though I can't really angle them outward nor can I really move them around freely due to the wing obstructions. Any ideas? Try to loosen the screws on the legs first. I always do that to a new VF-1. Tighten it to your taste. Also, remove the shoulder armors (be gentle!) and loosen the screws for the shoulders too. Then you won't risk stressing the shoulders because they are too tight to move. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobber Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 Got my Max VF-22s yesterday, love it!! Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neova Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 How are the shoulders on the 1/60s you guys just got? After reading that list, I think I only need the VT-1 and VE-1! 1/48 forever! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasonc Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 Finally took advantage of the sale. Just getting a 1/60 mass prod. VF-1A. If hey had the VE-1, I'd be all over that. Wish I could find one more of those. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CF18 Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 Finally took advantage of the sale. Just getting a 1/60 mass prod. VF-1A. If hey had the VE-1, I'd be all over that. Wish I could find one more of those. Fat chance on the VE-1 - they are going for around US$400 on eBay. Hopefully we will see a reissue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anime52k8 Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 Fat chance on the VE-1 - they are going for around US$400 on eBay. Hopefully we will see a reissue. damn, and I felt uneasy about dropping the $160 when it first came out... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Archer Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 Thanks for the tips guys! I got the Max DYRL version, which I heard was rumored to be safe in terms of shoulders. Anyways, I got the thing to transform, and its a bit easier now, and I was able to move the arms and position them the way I like in GERWALK mode. Unfortunately, one of my landing gear doors is a bit loose, but that is no real biggie. Really fun model though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasonc Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Fat chance on the VE-1 - they are going for around US$400 on eBay. Hopefully we will see a reissue. Yeah, I've noticed. I've got one, but need another for a psycho custom project (I know, I'm nuts). Even just paying the standard retail would be great for me at this point. damn, and I felt uneasy about dropping the $160 when it first came out... Usually at any price over $100, my initial instinct is to wince a bit. However, I usually pay out for the good Macross items anyways. Having a high quality VE-1 finally made was high on my list of purchases. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treatment Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Thanks for the tips guys! I got the Max DYRL version, which I heard was rumored to be safe in terms of shoulders. Anyways, I got the thing to transform, and its a bit easier now, and I was able to move the arms and position them the way I like in GERWALK mode. Unfortunately, one of my landing gear doors is a bit loose, but that is no real biggie. Really fun model though! they're really even more awesome being posed on yammie-stands! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ps99042 Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Damn, just broke down and bought a 1/48 Hikaru VF-1J and a 1/60 VF-1A cannon fodder and I just registered for the Primus package for Botcon and bought a set of DC Universe wave 16. So much money! Still can't decide if I wanna open all my Macross stuff and then sell the doubles (I used to buy 2 of each if I planned on opening one but that was before I got married). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
closetgeek Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 nice. i also thinking to get the canon fodder. every VF you have a double? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caslon Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 i just ordered the VF-1A TV Max via SAL.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Nighthawk Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 (edited) i just ordered the VF-1A TV Max via SAL.. Man, you won't be disappointed. I think it's easily the best VF-1 in my whole collection; I still have 5 of the original V1(?) planes, 2 1/48's and a 1/100 Toynami. This blows the V1's away! I've been leery of buying a V2 due to the shoulder issue, but this was one I couldn't pass up. I am SO happy with it! Took me 2 days of playing with it before I did my usual ritualistic application of the stickers. Same with the Gamlin. Man, the 22 is one sweet plane! And speaking of stickers, does anyone know of someone offering actual stickers for the OD Tomahawk? Mine only came with waterslide decals, which I just can't stand putting on toys I play with. I don't know if they ever included stickers with the Destroids or not. *Edit--Does anyone know how the shoulders are on the Grey Goggle Hikaru J? Being a late 2010 release I would assume it's safe, but I'd like to know from someone who has one. Edited March 25, 2011 by The Nighthawk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Negotiator Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 Anyone get a vf-22 millia that isn't busted in some way? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shin Densetsu Kai 7.0 Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 Damn, just broke down and bought a 1/48 Hikaru VF-1J and a 1/60 VF-1A cannon fodder and I just registered for the Primus package for Botcon and bought a set of DC Universe wave 16. So much money! Still can't decide if I wanna open all my Macross stuff and then sell the doubles (I used to buy 2 of each if I planned on opening one but that was before I got married). Dude that VF-1J is a great score, I'd open it, that price is a GREAT bargain, lowest I've ever seen it offered by an etailer, even before the recession! Not to mention it's a great toy. Just wish the right hip on mine wasn't freaking loose! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caslon Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 Man, you won't be disappointed. I think it's easily the best VF-1 in my whole collection; I still have 5 of the original V1(?) planes, 2 1/48's and a 1/100 Toynami. This blows the V1's away! I've been leery of buying a V2 due to the shoulder issue, but this was one I couldn't pass up. I am SO happy with it! Took me 2 days of playing with it before I did my usual ritualistic application of the stickers. Same with the Gamlin. Man, the 22 is one sweet plane! And speaking of stickers, does anyone know of someone offering actual stickers for the OD Tomahawk? Mine only came with waterslide decals, which I just can't stand putting on toys I play with. I don't know if they ever included stickers with the Destroids or not. *Edit--Does anyone know how the shoulders are on the Grey Goggle Hikaru J? Being a late 2010 release I would assume it's safe, but I'd like to know from someone who has one. Thanks! I definately wont be disappointed because i got 7 VF-1 on hand now.. So i'm hoping to get VE-1 possibly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarrinG Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 Want the CF 1A but still not sure - what am I looking at?? -- $95 with shipping? Want it to be $65 total... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shin Densetsu Kai 7.0 Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 Want the CF 1A but still not sure - what am I looking at?? -- $95 with shipping? Want it to be $65 total... $95 ain't bad, after the yen went up last year, most stand alone releases after shipping were over $100. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raptormesh Posted March 26, 2011 Share Posted March 26, 2011 Anyone get a vf-22 millia that isn't busted in some way? Mine's perfectly fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ps99042 Posted March 26, 2011 Share Posted March 26, 2011 Want the CF 1A but still not sure - what am I looking at?? -- $95 with shipping? Want it to be $65 total... Don't we all wish for that price. I just ordered one on HLJ but for $65 you'd probably just get a V1 CF VF-1A. Still, I think $100 is actually worth it since the V2 is so awesome. If I ever found some V2 for under $70, I'd buy them all and hide them from my wife. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loop Posted March 27, 2011 Share Posted March 27, 2011 I just ordered the 1/60 VF-1A CF from the sale. I should have bought it when it was at 60 bucks, but whatever love the color scheme. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twich Posted March 27, 2011 Share Posted March 27, 2011 I just got my VF-22S Sturmvogel II Milia from the sale, and it is really an amazing toy and mecha to behold. I never really grasped how big and beefy it looked, until I put it next to my YF-19 Bird of Prey and VF-25F DX. Twich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smegalot Posted March 30, 2011 Share Posted March 30, 2011 Is teh VF22 worth getting? AM thinking of getting the Max and Milla duo, or it worth just getting the Gamelin one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UN Spacy Posted March 30, 2011 Author Share Posted March 30, 2011 You can't get Max without Miria. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smegalot Posted March 30, 2011 Share Posted March 30, 2011 Your right, they belong together. My walet is going to hurt. But they are about the prce of one. ANd if they have another sale soo. Will get Gamlins' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raptormesh Posted March 30, 2011 Share Posted March 30, 2011 Yeah after I bought Max, it was a week before I had to order Millia. Can't have one without another. Gamlin is fantastic too. In fact any Sturmvogel II is delicious. It's my weak spot, my wallet will absolutely hate me if Yamato decides to release half a dozen new paint variants. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
closetgeek Posted March 30, 2011 Share Posted March 30, 2011 Just ordered VF-1A Hayao Kakizaki TV ver. Gotta skip VF-1A CF this time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caslon Posted March 31, 2011 Share Posted March 31, 2011 Just ordered VF-1A Hayao Kakizaki TV ver. Gotta skip VF-1A CF this time I'm thinking of getting the VF-1A Kakizaki too...Anyway, still waiting my incoming Max..hehe!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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