Sandman Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 That is good news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loop Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 So I skipped the first release but when Bandai did the reissue (30th Anniversary sticker), did those have the fix everyone is asking about? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanedas Bike Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 So I skipped the first release but when Bandai did the reissue (30th Anniversary sticker), did those have the fix everyone is asking about? Not 100% positive because I only have the first Alto 29 releases (junk), but I think all of the Alto YF-29's were better than the very first release. I'm sure someone can keep me honest on that. -b. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Hingtgen Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 The stand and gun pod have gone back and forth between version of the 29. Not sure if they made separate molds for them. Actual upgraded gunpods? I'm only aware of different ones, not "fixed" versions of any. The GERWALK brace---that's a fix/improvement/upgrade that's a permanent change to the mold. Bayonets are simply a different version, not a "fix". Stand paint isn't even a molding difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandman Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 Actual upgraded gunpods? I'm only aware of different ones, not "fixed" versions of any. The GERWALK brace---that's a fix/improvement/upgrade that's a permanent change to the mold. Bayonets are simply a different version, not a "fix". Stand paint isn't even a molding difference. Not talking about stand paint. With the bayonet released gun pod versions the stand has a nub reduced in size in front off the first hole otherwise the gunpod would not fit through the stand (the nub blocks it). For example you can not mount the Rod 29 with gunpod on the alto 29's stand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Hingtgen Posted April 15, 2016 Share Posted April 15, 2016 Ah, now I remember that about the stands. But again, that's more of a variant than an upgrade/fix. If you have a non-bayonet gunpod, then having an "early" stand won't be a problem. Has Bandai ever released a -29 stand/gunpod combo that doesn't work? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mog_kupo Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Up again on HLJ http://www.hlj.com/product/BAN968698/Sci Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAC-X Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Up again on HLJ http://www.hlj.com/product/BAN968698/Sci Strange.... It says May release. Most other sites already shipping out their stocks. I didn't hear anything about Bandai doing a 2nd run for this re-release. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasonc Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Getting a second one. I just need the armor parts for it. BTW, anyone know if the original armor parts are ok with the later releases? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenius Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Yeah, nothing changed that would affect the armor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no3Ljm Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Up again on HLJ http://www.hlj.com/product/BAN968698/Sci Ooooh. Y14450. Now I'm thinking if I should get my first one. Hehehe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandman Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Yeah you should get one. This will probably be the last bandai dx at this price. I have a feeling the 31s are going to be in the 18000-20000 yen range. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Hingtgen Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Ooooh. Y14450. Now I'm thinking if I should get my first one. Hehehe. Get it. I wasn't much of a -29 fan and bought my Ozma mainly because of the colors and head. But it turned out to be about my fave 1/60 of all. It is simply a "fun" valk to play with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loop Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 I thought I would not get a second one of these, but that price is calling my name for the May restock at HLJ.. I've got issues lol. I broke my 1x of each YF-29 scheme rule. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandman Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Get it. I wasn't much of a -29 fan and bought my Ozma mainly because of the colors and head. But it turned out to be about my fave 1/60 of all. It is simply a "fun" valk to play with. Yeah i agree with this. I didn't care for the design at first but it grew on me as it was really fun to "play" with. Now it's one of my favorite valks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanedas Bike Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Ordered one from HLJ earlier - I'm perfectly fine with the May release as it gives me time to budget for it anyway. Thanks for the heads-up mog_kupo! Yeah i agree with this. I didn't care for the design at first but it grew on me as it was really fun to "play" with. Now it's one of my favorite valks. I would agree as well, the later editions are really nice (Ozma, Isamu, Anniversary Focker and Percival). Mostly because Bandai fixed a lot of the issues that plagued the original Alto 29 release. -b. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro2k6 Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 well..I have one already...but it has some hips problem....sooooo....maybe....I....need...other? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no3Ljm Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Yeah you should get one. This will probably be the last bandai dx at this price. I have a feeling the 31s are going to be in the 18000-20000 yen range. Get it. I wasn't much of a -29 fan and bought my Ozma mainly because of the colors and head. But it turned out to be about my fave 1/60 of all. It is simply a "fun" valk to play with. Ordered one from HLJ earlier - I'm perfectly fine with the May release as it gives me time to budget for it anyway. Thanks for the heads-up mog_kupo! I would agree as well, the later editions are really nice (Ozma, Isamu, Anniversary Focker and Percival). Mostly because Bandai fixed a lot of the issues that plagued the original Alto 29 release. -b. Pre-ordered! Even though it's still 'too red' for me. But I have to admit who am I to resist that price? Hahaha! Besides, it's still in May so I still have time to rethink. Forgot that Alto release has some issues based on what I've read here. Hopefully they fixed it on this reissues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saburo Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Just got a payment request from HLJ for the 29. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandman Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Mine shipped today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
technoblue Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Sweet. I'm looking forward to having the 29 back in my collection again. I had the Isamu 29 at one point, but sold it some time ago. I think the red on Alto's version adds pizzazz. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no3Ljm Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Sweet. I'm looking forward to having the 29 back in my collection again. I had the Isamu 29 at one point, but sold it some time ago. I think the red on Alto's version adds pizzazz. Esp with the black shark gill marks on the side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasonc Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 (edited) I caved, but I'm not going to keep my other one. There's absolutely nothing wrong with it, but found a buyer for more than the pre-order, so it'll at least help cover some shipping cost, and it's a fresh candycane valk. Edit: As far as being one of my favorites, I don't put it there. It's a fun toy by any means, but not my favorite at all. The VF-4 still holds that title as far as design and toy goes. Edited April 22, 2016 by Jasonc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anubis20 Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Got one this morning and it was low stock, HLJ already billed me for it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Hingtgen Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Pre-ordered! Even though it's still 'too red' for me. But I have to admit who am I to resist that price? Hahaha! Besides, it's still in May so I still have time to rethink. Forgot that Alto release has some issues based on what I've read here. Hopefully they fixed it on this reissues. Start keeping an eye out for the super parts. Even at "above MSRP" they shouldn't be *too* expensive, since they're relatively cheap to begin with. Plus there's only the one set---you don't have to worry about finding and paying for Super, Armored, and Tornado parts like with the -25. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no3Ljm Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Start keeping an eye out for the super parts. Even at "above MSRP" they shouldn't be *too* expensive, since they're relatively cheap to begin with. Plus there's only the one set---you don't have to worry about finding and paying for Super, Armored, and Tornado parts like with the -25. We'll see since I'm not that too fond of the YF-29 Super Pacts. I have the Alto version and somehow it was too heavy for the wings. And I like the look of 29 as is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wmkjr Posted April 22, 2016 Share Posted April 22, 2016 (edited) The Alto's Supers are expensive. Wish they could reissue those as well. Supply and demand I guess. Is this the 2nd reissue (or run) for the YF-29 and only 1 Tamashii release for the supers? The other 29 Supers are cheap. Edited April 23, 2016 by wmkjr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandman Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 Yeah Altos generally go for 15000 yen. The best deal i've seen in a long while is at mandarake for 12000 Yen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duymon Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 (edited) Best deal I ever got for alto supers was 4500 yen, loose, in akiba last month Edited April 23, 2016 by Duymon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickyg Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 (edited) Didn't think I'd be interested but that price was something I didn't expect. Pre-ordered! ...for May. Unusual bandai DX buying experience there. Edited April 23, 2016 by mickyg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iguanaman8989 Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 (edited) While I'd prefer a renewal VF-25 of some sort, this will work just fine, and a whole lot cheaper and easier. Edited April 23, 2016 by iguanaman8989 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F360 Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 These May restock is probably the same end of April reissue. I got my payment request today, when ahead and paid, it's in my warehouse now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VF-Zer0S Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 (edited) I don't want to get anyone's hopes up but is this a reissue for supers? Edited April 23, 2016 by VF-Zer0S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wmkjr Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 Looks like from the translator. 8360 yen? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barurutor Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 No mention of super parts there... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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