ULessa Posted June 22, 2014 Share Posted June 22, 2014 Seeing that makes me want to transform my Isamu back to fighter mode. Problem though is that I love the head sculpt and do want something posed in Battroid mode for now. Its amazing how I used to think that the Isamu head is kind of under whelming but after seeing the real thing I love it the most now. Most guys would probably say Ozma is their fav head sculpt but I'm really loving the Isamu! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Old Man Posted June 22, 2014 Share Posted June 22, 2014 That's the beauty of these things though, you can change them as often as you like. IMO disclaimer, I much prefer messing with the bandai valks to the yamatos. They seem more like toys to me whereas the yams are display pieces and should be treated with more respect. YF-19 being a good example. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ULessa Posted June 22, 2014 Share Posted June 22, 2014 That's the beauty of these things though, you can change them as often as you like. IMO disclaimer, I much prefer messing with the bandai valks to the yamatos. They seem more like toys to me whereas the yams are display pieces and should be treated with more respect. YF-19 being a good example. I've never been much of a "display piece" kinda guy as I've always bought action figures because they're supposed to be articulate toys to "play" with. Well technically I just fiddle with them changing poses every once in a while. These Valks however are alot more fragile than most of the other stuff I'm used to so I'm a little scared of overworking the joints. The thing is weak by design unlike the Metal build series that feel damn solid. Of course on top of being a transforming toy so it definitely has its limits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Old Man Posted June 22, 2014 Share Posted June 22, 2014 (edited) All true. Most of my stuff just sits on a shelf and has no 'play' elements, eg my 1:18 car collection. So having these be able to be displayed in at least three modes is a definite plus. However, I did choose to put some tape on the inside of the pivot point of the wings just to stop any potential droopage. Edited June 22, 2014 by The Old Man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ULessa Posted June 22, 2014 Share Posted June 22, 2014 Wondering about a similar thing myself lately. The more I like fighter mode the more pieces I have will be in fighter mode. Theres definitely no "play" element with it other than the occasional take off the stand and stare at its beauty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gakken85 Posted June 22, 2014 Author Share Posted June 22, 2014 Idk, Yamatos look more like model kits, but they seem a lot more durable than Bandai's offerings. Some of their early runs had weak points, but the later stuff are like tanks unless you have gorilla hands. Bandai's stuff will explode on contact, and magically become loose after one transformation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sreichma Posted June 22, 2014 Share Posted June 22, 2014 Idk, Yamatos look more like model kits, but they seem a lot more durable than Bandai's offerings. Some of their early runs had weak points, but the later stuff are like tanks unless you have gorilla hands. Bandai's stuff will explode on contact, and magically become loose after one transformation. Spot on all the way. I completely agree. I link my DX's but it walks hand in hand with the constant fear that, its gonna get loose this time, or this thing is going to break and I'm going to be screwed. If be tempted to throw a yamato VF-1 like a paper airplane and let it land on the ground and i bet it would be fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Old Man Posted June 23, 2014 Share Posted June 23, 2014 Half of Vermillion squad has arrived. I can't believe how quick these arrived from Japan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ULessa Posted June 23, 2014 Share Posted June 23, 2014 Well someone got a VF-171 used for $106. Guess thats fair enough. Hopefully some cannon fodder lover here got it. Was thinking of going for it but I won't be able to see the item till August so bleh. Didn't want it enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chyll2 Posted June 23, 2014 Share Posted June 23, 2014 just won a yahoo auction at 11k yen for VF-25A, my projection would be it would cost around 14k shipped using SAL. I also bought at HKcollectibles a yamato assembly kit, VF-1A. It is already here in the country, shipped via EMS but I found out that our country's EMS is so slow and so corrupt. Item has already reached the country last June 19 but I haven't received any word or even a notice on how to claim it. I will never ship using EMS again and just do faithful SAL even if it will take 3 weeks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Gakken85 Posted June 23, 2014 Author Share Posted June 23, 2014 PROPHECYUUUU Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abbadon Posted June 24, 2014 Share Posted June 24, 2014 (edited) just won a yahoo auction at 11k yen for VF-25A, my projection would be it would cost around 14k shipped using SAL. I also bought at HKcollectibles a yamato assembly kit, VF-1A. It is already here in the country, shipped via EMS but I found out that our country's EMS is so slow and so corrupt. Item has already reached the country last June 19 but I haven't received any word or even a notice on how to claim it. I will never ship using EMS again and just do faithful SAL even if it will take 3 weeks. Yeah the customs and EMS situation in PH is unfortunate. You are right about SAL or registered airmail but there's still a chance customs will tax you. Have you not received a claim card from the post office? You can directly head to CMEC and inquire about your parcel using your tracking number. Edited June 24, 2014 by abbadon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gakken85 Posted June 24, 2014 Author Share Posted June 24, 2014 I kinda wanna go back and get a 25A. Only thing I didn't like about it was the lack of paint apps. Took a few more pics of Goji. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no3Ljm Posted June 24, 2014 Share Posted June 24, 2014 GO-JI-RAAAHHH!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gakken85 Posted June 24, 2014 Author Share Posted June 24, 2014 skreeeeonnnk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro2k6 Posted June 24, 2014 Share Posted June 24, 2014 June arrivals. Finally have the Vermillion squad Complete. And More to come. YF-25 from NY YF-21 thanks to Caslon VF-22 if the seller reply my mp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanedas Bike Posted June 24, 2014 Share Posted June 24, 2014 ^Nice haul! It looks like someone really likes the YF-29. -b. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro2k6 Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 ^Nice haul! It looks like someone really likes the YF-29. -b. Yes. .....i have all 4 version Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ULessa Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 ^ I'm just missing the Alto! The most expensive one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest davidwhangchoi Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 Yes. .....i have all 4 version nice stuff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saburo Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 (edited) June arrivals. Finally have the Vermillion squad Complete. And More to come. YF-25 from NY YF-21 thanks to Caslon VF-22 if the seller reply my mp Nice haul! Edited June 25, 2014 by Saburo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sreichma Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 Custom arc reactor, my wife bought me from a modder in New Jersey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saburo Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 Custom arc reactor, my wife bought me from a modder in New Jersey. Nice!! Is that the last piece you need to complete your fully functional MK. I Armor? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gakken85 Posted June 25, 2014 Author Share Posted June 25, 2014 Now you just need some shrapnel in your chest? Right? haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperSenpai Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 Custom arc reactor, my wife bought me from a modder in New Jersey. Just be careful about that palladium poisoning... I hear it can do bad things to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ULessa Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 Hue hue hue. Got two YF-29 Ozmas in my hand! MUAHAHAHA. Ones staying in storage though. Gonna try to convince the seller to sell me the SSP for the YF-29 Focker for cheaper. $86 is abit too high... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gakken85 Posted June 26, 2014 Author Share Posted June 26, 2014 (edited) So stoked for this guy. Haven't had a chogokin in awhile. Lots of sweet diecast Looneeely waaaaaaaay! Edited June 26, 2014 by Gakken85 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davzilla Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 this showed up yesterday : and my bandai VB-6 Monster (sp version) is on the way from japan, so pumped for that one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gakken85 Posted June 26, 2014 Author Share Posted June 26, 2014 Sweet angel bird Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davzilla Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 thanks, mostly bought it for the box, the valk isn't in awesome condition so i stuck in GBP armor. but i have another mint angel bird that showed up by accident without the box (shipping error). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy_spike Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 thanks, mostly bought it for the box, the valk isn't in awesome condition so i stuck in GBP armor. but i have another mint angel bird that showed up by accident without the box (shipping error). So... 2 birds one stone? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Old Man Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 More awesomeness arrived today! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Old Man Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 Today just got even better! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ULessa Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 (edited) I want some too EDIT: Where are you getting all this? Edited June 26, 2014 by ULessa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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