505thAirborne Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Thanks for the kind welcome! Yeah, I'm very excited about it and I can only hope Hikaru gets some sort of reissue at all. His prices are insane in the aftermarket. Agreed with the prices. I got super lucky last year, a MW member had Hikaru's 1S & FP set for dirt cheap, no box but had all the parts. But those deals are rare. I'd really like to see Max's 1S reissued, I missed out on that one. There are none even on Ebay right now, not that I would pay $1,000.00 for one anyways! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenius Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Jungle had a Max 1S for like $220 the other week. Keep an eye out, they're out there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chronocidal Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 (edited) Honestly, for the cost? Might be easier picking up a vintage broken shoulder Focker 1S, a Max 1A, then perform a little part swapping surgery. Might actually wind up cheaper if you can get a good deal on the Focker. Still need to replace the arrows on the head with blue ones, but that's a pretty minor detail. If I can find a good deal on another Max 1A, I might do that myself. Edited August 27, 2016 by Chronocidal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
505thAirborne Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Jungle had a Max 1S for like $220 the other week. Keep an eye out, they're out there. Thanks for the heads up, I'll keep an eye on those guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barurutor Posted August 28, 2016 Share Posted August 28, 2016 The Max 1S is still available at jungle (2 of them!) http://jungle-scs.co.jp/sale_en/?page_id=116&do=detail&id=199000001662 there's also a Max 1S weathering for significantly more money too, but I don't like the heavy-handed weathering (even though I own a weathering Max 1A). http://jungle-scs.co.jp/sale_en/?page_id=121&id=1550520 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErikElvis Posted August 28, 2016 Share Posted August 28, 2016 Hey cool thanks for that. I've been wanting a max 1S for a loooong time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no3Ljm Posted August 28, 2016 Share Posted August 28, 2016 And it's gone. Congrats to whoever bought that Max 1S. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sildani Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 (edited) Just now got an email from NY saying the package is bigger than expected so they're asking for additional shipping fees. This ever happen to anyone else? I paid for EMS Express. It was ¥800. Annoying, but I paid it. This better not happen again. Edited August 29, 2016 by Sildani Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Universe1010 Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 Just now got an email from NY saying the package is bigger than expected so they're asking for additional shipping fees. This ever happen to anyone else? I paid for EMS Express. It was ¥800. Annoying, but I paid it. This better not happen again. Yup happend to me with my gundam order. Id avoid them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hikuro Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 I was just thinking earlier, it's been since the original run of the VF-4 came out that I had last bought a Yamato/Arcadia item......I remember way way back in 2005 when I got my first 1/48 VF-1 and I was so excited cause the size was just awesome and the detail was so nice back then. I think I kept buying them whenever I could but back then I think the 1/48's were like 150 bucks. Now what? We can't even get a 1/60 for less than 200? Kind of a bummer....I still got at least Hikaru's VF-1J, Max and Kakizaki TV variants. I believe even Hikaru's VF-1A. Rest went away and I remember their shoulder hinges disintegrating. I rather miss these things but god they're just so out of my price range it's not even funny. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F360 Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 Just now got an email from NY saying the package is bigger than expected so they're asking for additional shipping fees. This ever happen to anyone else? I paid for EMS Express. It was ¥800. Annoying, but I paid it. This better not happen again. This been happening with Nippon-Yasan orders a lot recently. But perhaps this time on the EMS increase was more due to the increase in the actual EMS pricing after June 1st. Just checked their website and they increased the price on all the shipping options too along with the price of the VF-1S to 23500 yen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viiof Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 Some pictures are showing up on twitter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barurutor Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 doesn't look pink so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F360 Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 The tint is more purplish than pink Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasonmacross83 Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 Soooooo glad I bought this beauty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F360 Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 argh,,!! got extra invoice request from N-Y too. 500 yen more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Man Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 Anybody know if the FPs are the same color as Yamato's? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erizai Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 paid and waiting for the package... excited Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edstuff Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 So happy I ordered this. Man it looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark-1s Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 In stock at HLJ: http://hlj.com/product/ACA82128 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorindor Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 If Arcadia just could reissue the TV version. It would have been the perfect present for my brother's 30th birthday. Unfortunately, he doesn't care about DYRL? at all... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenius Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 The differences are tiny though and you can swap out the strike cannon to make it look like a TV super. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorindor Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 Jenius: It's has more to do with when it's such an important occasion and so much money involved, it needs to be perfect. Also, the difference in paint apps are barely noticeable, but the DYRL? style pilot figure is the real deal breaker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no3Ljm Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 (edited) Anybody know if the FPs are the same color as Yamato's? There's a big chance that the colors will be the same. I'll let you know once mine came in. Though it looks like all the missiles are using the same white as the Valk. Now I need to wait for Hikaru reissues to replace my sets. Some new photos from Twitter. Jenius: It's has more to do with when it's such an important occasion and so much money involved, it needs to be perfect. Also, the difference in paint apps are barely noticeable, but the DYRL? style pilot figure is the real deal breaker. So the one you need is the TV Super VF-1S with Hikaru, correct? Edited August 29, 2016 by no3Ljm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorindor Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 So the one you need is the TV Super VF-1S with Hikaru, correct? Well, with Super Parts would be preferable, and that would then be the correct edition, yes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossbones72 Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 (edited) Hi - first post here but have been lurking for a while and really appreciate all the info on this site (although my Wife and wallet would disagree). Just got my payment request and paid HLJ on Friday afternoon and my VF-1S was already at customs in Chicago as of yesterday. I should have it in hand tomorrow or Wednesday at the latest. This will be my first 1/60 and look forward to seeing one in person. I'm mostly focusing on the Hi-Metal-R line (have the VF-1S Roy and Hikaru with the VF-1J Hikaru and Max on order) and have the Yamato 1/48 VF-1J Stealth but couldn't pass on an opportunity to pick up a V2 1/60 VF-1S. I've owned many versions going back to the eighties - the old super deformed Matchbox version, the Bandai 1/55 from the early '90's, the Toynami Masterpiece and can't wait to own what's considered the best yet. Edited August 29, 2016 by Crossbones72 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossbones72 Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 ...and It's here. Wow, I've never had anything get here this fast from Japan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derex3592 Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 (edited) Congrats and welcome to the forums! Enjoy the Valk! I spy a Mill. Falcon in the background on that first pic! Which Falcon is it? Edited August 29, 2016 by derex3592 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossbones72 Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 Congrats and welcome to the forums! Enjoy the Valk! I spy a Mill. Falcon in the background on that first pic! Which Falcon is it? Thanks! The Falcon is the $20 Revell kit. I added some wash and weathering. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossbones72 Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 Back to the VF-1S. No time to fully remove it yet but so far I'm very impressed with the amount of tampo printing. Everything that I would have wanted printed on is there, right down to the warnings on the intakes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edstuff Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 Back to the VF-1S. No time to fully remove it yet but so far I'm very impressed with the amount of tampo printing. Everything that I would have wanted printed on is there, right down to the warnings on the intakes. Hey another Chicagoan! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossbones72 Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 (edited) Hey another Chicagoan! Yup, and enjoying more rain. Damn, these really do live up to the hype. Here's a few more pics: Edited August 29, 2016 by Crossbones72 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edstuff Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 Yup we have a flash flood warning. Luckily for me I live on the 2nd floor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperHobo Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 (edited) Hi - first post here but have been lurking for a while and really appreciate all the info on this site (although my Wife and wallet would disagree). Just got my payment request and paid HLJ on Friday afternoon and my VF-1S was already at customs in Chicago as of yesterday. I should have it in hand tomorrow or Wednesday at the latest. This will be my first 1/60 and look forward to seeing one in person. I'm mostly focusing on the Hi-Metal-R line (have the VF-1S Roy and Hikaru with the VF-1J Hikaru and Max on order) and have the Yamato 1/48 VF-1J Stealth but couldn't pass on an opportunity to pick up a V2 1/60 VF-1S. I've owned many versions going back to the eighties - the old super deformed Matchbox version, the Bandai 1/55 from the early '90's, the Toynami Masterpiece and can't wait to own what's considered the best yet. Welcome to the boards and to the rabbit hole known as macross. Everyone should own at least one 1/60 VF-1 2.0 and you picked a great one to own. Edited August 29, 2016 by SuperHobo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Bomber Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 Welcome to the boards and to the rabbit hole known as macross. Everyone should own at least one 1/60 VF-1 2.0 and you picked a great one to own. forgot money pit! XD glad to have you join us Crossbones, welcome to the boards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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