chyll2 Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 Its back to 3 only pre-orders of the VF-0D for me.. my son has had a change of heart and would prefer to complete his Frontier Valkyrie collection instead and not collect Valks from any other series.. But this may only work out harder for me as not only does he still need a Michael, Ozma & a VF-25A (+ various add on parts for them), he also wants all the YF-29 variants AND a YF-30! even if you get them at SRP, those would cost a bomb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacrossJunkie Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 Its back to 3 only pre-orders of the VF-0D for me.. my son has had a change of heart and would prefer to complete his Frontier Valkyrie collection instead and not collect Valks from any other series.. But this may only work out harder for me as not only does he still need a Michael, Ozma & a VF-25A (+ various add on parts for them), he also wants all the YF-29 variants AND a YF-30! Sheesh. You must be one hell of a dad to agree to that. If I didn't have those already, I wouldn't even consider getting them for myself at this point. Just trying to get an Alto YF-29 and the add-on parts for it and Ozma's 25S alone (full armor and super parts) would cost a small fortune... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommar Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 Its back to 3 only pre-orders of the VF-0D for me.. my son has had a change of heart and would prefer to complete his Frontier Valkyrie collection instead and not collect Valks from any other series.. But this may only work out harder for me as not only does he still need a Michael, Ozma & a VF-25A (+ various add on parts for them), he also wants all the YF-29 variants AND a YF-30! That's thousands of dollars. I would make that the lesson on "sometimes we don't get everything we want." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest davidwhangchoi Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 Its back to 3 only pre-orders of the VF-0D for me.. my son has had a change of heart and would prefer to complete his Frontier Valkyrie collection instead and not collect Valks from any other series.. But this may only work out harder for me as not only does he still need a Michael, Ozma & a VF-25A (+ various add on parts for them), he also wants all the YF-29 variants AND a YF-30! spanner76, you've always been a generous guy, always paying top dollar, when buying one of my high priced valks in the past, i would sell/trade some stuff to lessen putting it all on a credit card. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auberondreaming Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 Big difference between these folding wings, and something like the Sv-51 or YF-21... those wings were downward folds that had to stayup against gravity. The VF-0D's wingtips fold upwards, and away from gravity, so their weight will help hold them open, if it has any effect on them at all (assuming you don't mount the plane upside down., in which case, you're on your own. ) Sure, except even though they fold up gravity is still acting on them. If there is no tab, will they eventually just flop down toward the ground? I am assuming there is a tab to keep that from happening, but there have been odd choices when it comes to those kind of hinges from this company in the past. I am just going to assume they will engineer them similarly to the tail fins on the other valks and have a physical means of stopping at that angle. Even the vf-4 has an odd tail fin hinge that can be difficult to get into correct position though. Also, a little concerned that I am willing to pay vf-4 prices for what appears to be vf-1 engineering. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xigfrid Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 (...) Even the vf-4 has an odd tail fin hinge that can be difficult to get into correct position though. These hinges have a self-stop angle, you need push them all the way inside. Just the same system of the canopy fins but a little less obvious Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chronocidal Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 Oh, yes, don't worry, there will definitely be stops for those wingtips, because they're not supposed to fold out any further than when they're properly angled. I think that missile pylon is even attached to the folding portion, so it may act as the stopper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 (edited) even if you get them at SRP, those would cost a bomb. Over the long term yes its gonna be one heck of a financial outlay.. but ultimately I don't mind so much. Its pretty cool that we share a common interest and a good one too! Sheesh. You must be one hell of a dad to agree to that. If I didn't have those already, I wouldn't even consider getting them for myself at this point. Just trying to get an Alto YF-29 and the add-on parts for it and Ozma's 25S alone (full armor and super parts) would cost a small fortune... The Alto 29 is right at the top of my sons "most wanted" list! I'll work away slowly at his collection.. That's thousands of dollars. I would make that the lesson on "sometimes we don't get everything we want." Yeah but my son has been pretty good up till into his early teens, never really asked for a lot and never causes trouble and does well at school so in reward im more than happy to do this for him. spanner76, you've always been a generous guy, always paying top dollar, when buying one of my high priced valks in the past, i would sell/trade some stuff to lessen putting it all on a credit card. Hehe! thanks for the kind words mate! And yes the credit card is an easy thing to load up but I'll only use it when its convenient.. but im definitely not going to make the mistake again of selling stuff off.. well certainly not anything Macross anyways! Edited October 22, 2014 by spanner76 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no3Ljm Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 Its back to 3 only pre-orders of the VF-0D for me.. my son has had a change of heart and would prefer to complete his Frontier Valkyrie collection instead and not collect Valks from any other series.. But this may only work out harder for me as not only does he still need a Michael, Ozma & a VF-25A (+ various add on parts for them), he also wants all the YF-29 variants AND a YF-30! Wow! How old is your son again, spanner? True, you really need some serious dough here. If not, pray that they're going to reissue everything down the line so you'll get it cheaper than prices today. Btw, does your son knows how expensive your hobby is? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McFly!! Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 i'll be following your parenting style, spanner76! sounds like you have an awesome kid! you must be doing something right! =) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 (edited) Wow! How old is your son again, spanner? True, you really need some serious dough here. If not, pray that they're going to reissue everything down the line so you'll get it cheaper than prices today. Btw, does your son knows how expensive your hobby is? Hey, my son is nearly 14. It would probably make sense to just wait for the re-issues but that could take ages.. I don't mind paying reasonable money for a Valkyrie if its the right condition. But yeah many of what is available now is just overpriced.. And yes he know's very well how expensive this hobby is! i'll be following your parenting style, spanner76! sounds like you have an awesome kid! you must be doing something right! =) Hehe! thanks for that McFly! good to see I can have a good influence on someone! Yeah he is a pretty cool kid! I'd like to think I am doing something right raising him! I don't necessarily want to spoil him, I just want him to have more of a childhood than I had.. I think its important for kids to grow up and still feel like a kid and enjoy their youth before the varied realities of adulthood come in.. Edited October 23, 2014 by spanner76 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no3Ljm Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 Hahaha! That's true. It will take ages for sure. I'm preparing myself that hopefully before I turn 50, I should have swoosh-swoosh all around my toy valks. And hope that I already have the reissue or renewal VF-4G in Flashback 2012 version and a reissue of 1/3000 SDF-1. If not... hope a Porsche. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 Hahaha! That's true. It will take ages for sure. I'm preparing myself that hopefully before I turn 50, I should have swoosh-swoosh all around my toy valks. And hope that I already have the reissue or renewal VF-4G in Flashback 2012 version and a reissue of 1/3000 SDF-1. If not... hope a Porsche. hehe! a Porsche 911 would be awesome! but im aiming for a new Ford Mustang GT 5.0 when they land here (Australia) next year! either then or 2016.. depending on my financial position.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McFly!! Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 Hehe! thanks for that McFly! good to see I can have a good influence on someone! Yeah he is a pretty cool kid! I'd like to think I am doing something right raising him! I don't necessarily want to spoil him, I just want him to have more of a childhood than I had.. I think its important for kids to grow up and still feel like a kid and enjoy their youth before the varied realities of adulthood come in.. don't mention it! i'm aiming to not spoil my son, too but, because he's my first-born it's challenging ahaha! totally agree with your thinking though! my dad was a class act, it's going to be tough to achieve even a tenth of the job he did for us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 don't mention it! i'm aiming to not spoil my son, too but, because he's my first-born it's challenging ahaha! totally agree with your thinking though! my dad was a class act, it's going to be tough to achieve even a tenth of the job he did for us. my son is indeed my only child and my whole life which of course makes it hard not to spoil him! I just want him to have what I didn't at his age.. my parents had already divorced long before I was his age and for a while there things were a little rough.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McFly!! Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 my son is indeed my only child and my whole life which of course makes it hard not to spoil him! I just want him to have what I didn't at his age.. my parents had already divorced long before I was his age and for a while there things were a little rough.. Hahaha! Here's to our kids, may they be gentlemen (and ladies, for those of you with daughters) and scholars! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chyll2 Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 my son is indeed my only child and my whole life which of course makes it hard not to spoil him! Hi spanner If you want someone to spoil, I am volunteering myself. Please adopt me. I only need 1 valk a month. I am officially calling page 66 as a Spanner a good father thread Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 Hahaha! Here's to our kids, may they be gentlemen (and ladies, for those of you with daughters) and scholars! I'll raise my glass to that! Cheers! Hi spanner If you want someone to spoil, I am volunteering myself. Please adopt me. I only need 1 valk a month. I am officially calling page 66 as a Spanner a good father thread Hehe! 1 Valkyrie per month does sound quite fair but sadly im not in a position to adopt anyone at this stage! and LOL @ good father thread! thanks mate! you making me blush! maybe we all better get back to the initial thread topic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valkyrie Magnus Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 my son is indeed my only child and my whole life which of course makes it hard not to spoil him! I just want him to have what I didn't at his age.. my parents had already divorced long before I was his age and for a while there things were a little rough.. I understand he'll appreciate it when he grows up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted October 26, 2014 Share Posted October 26, 2014 I understand he'll appreciate it when he grows up I would like to think so! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shukenzero Posted October 26, 2014 Share Posted October 26, 2014 (edited) I would like to think so! When you're senile, it'll be his turn to buy you Valks that you don't even remember being released Edited October 26, 2014 by Shukenzero Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 When you're senile, it'll be his turn to buy you Valks that you don't even remember being released hehe! funny enough I have mixed feelings about this possible scenario! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanedas Bike Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 So no more Tweets or random pictures of test shots or color updates? Really jonesing for some news. -b. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reïvaj Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 Yeah, I'm looking forward to some fresh news too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loop Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 Yeah feels like it's been forever since the pre-orders opened up with no new news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 Yeah feels like it's been forever since the pre-orders opened up with no new news. This is true.. but im just glad the pre-orders actually opened up and I got mine in! Im sure there will be an update of some sort before too long.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valkyrie Griffon Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 I like the color even if it doesn't anime-match. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 I like the color even if it doesn't anime-match. maybe the color of the final production version will be as close as we can hope for.. but yeah I still don't mind the color as of now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanedas Bike Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 maybe the color of the final production version will be as close as we can hope for.. but yeah I still don't mind the color as of now! Yep, I really like the color on the most recent update (Photoshop or whatever). -b. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cdidio Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 Not sure if anyone has posted, but Hobby Search does not have as liberal a cancellation policy for pre-orders as HLJ, for "expensive" items they attempt to collect 10% of cost if you want to cancel pre-order, just an fyi! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shukenzero Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Really looking forward to his release. Damn beautiful design. Perfect blend of sci fi and real life design Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenius Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 I'm gonna wait for the Bandai version. Jk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanedas Bike Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 I'm gonna wait for the Bandai version. Jk LOL! -b. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tking22 Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Yea I'm officially out, I can't wait any longer for new news or pics, I'll be spending the money on a white X1 bundle instead, they're now down to $350. I'd still like a VF-0 in my collection, but it's just too close to Christmas to keep sitting on that much money, hopefully the color does indeed get fixed and I can look forward to possibly getting one or even a VF-0S re-release in the future, my old 0S sucked and fell apart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brand-X Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 I'm pretty happy with my VF-0S with the exception of the floppy arms, but I generally prefer to keep it in fighter mode anyways. I pre-ordered one of these, hopefully they reissue the VF-0A with Ghost bundle or make a renewal version based on this mold and I can complete my VF-0 collection. Heck I might even get a cannon fodder version if this is any good and they do a renewal of that as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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