carlsylar Posted May 25, 2020 Share Posted May 25, 2020 8 minutes ago, Grey728 said: Wow. That pic took a lot of Red Astray Metal builds to pull off. Or do you happen to have a lot of tiger claw expansion kits at your disposal? Well I bought some pb version at the first release, then I got some more new red astray kai. At least 7 Astray red frame kai I am currently have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlsylar Posted May 27, 2020 Share Posted May 27, 2020 (edited) Edited May 27, 2020 by carlsylar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snackbar Posted May 27, 2020 Share Posted May 27, 2020 (edited) Metal Build Gold Astray Amatsu Hana https://twitter.com/TamashiiNations/status/1265780688743133184?s=20 Won't let me load images. Edited May 27, 2020 by Snackbar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey728 Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 I want to be excited for the Amatsu Hana.. but for some reason I'm not and I can't pinpoint why.. On paper I love it and can't wait. But after seeing the promo vid and pics.. meh? I'm getting a 'clown' kinda vibe from it. Like Ronald McDonald. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eXis10z Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 (edited) https://p-bandai.jp/item/item-1000145320/ Edited May 28, 2020 by eXis10z Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlsylar Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 Bluefin will have it for 260 USD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex GS Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 2 hours ago, carlsylar said: Bluefin will have it for 260 USD Just created an account on their site just for this MB, thanks for the heads up @carlsylar I hope I can get one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F360 Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 13 hours ago, carlsylar said: Bluefin will have it for 260 USD https://p-bandai.com/us/item/N2526185001001 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlesXavier Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 I am curious to know. Does the bluefin server crash the instant the PO is active? And does the Metal Build figure get sold out in a flash the moment the PO is up? This is what happens to the Asia sites when Metal Build POs are up. I hope those of you with access to Bluefin have an easier and more relaxed experience during your PO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crackpot Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 (edited) 1 hour ago, CharlesXavier said: I am curious to know. Does the bluefin server crash the instant the PO is active? And does the Metal Build figure get sold out in a flash the moment the PO is up? This is what happens to the Asia sites when Metal Build POs are up. I hope those of you with access to Bluefin have an easier and more relaxed experience during your PO. Bluefin's website did crash before and their website is crap to begin with and is very slow. This time, p-bandai USA is hosting the PO. So while crashing is still possible, at least it's not as bad as Bluefin. I don't see this selling out quick. The Blue Frame 2nd didn't sell out quick on p-bandai Japan. This is just as obscure as the other Astray Frames. Edited May 28, 2020 by crackpot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BluefinBrands Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 7 minutes ago, crackpot said: Bluefin's website did crash before and their website is crap to begin with and is very slow. This time, p-bandai USA is hosting the PO. So while crashing is still possible, at least it's not as bad as Bluefin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
General Rasp Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 10 minutes ago, BluefinBrands said: I still love you guys! I have ordered a few P-Bandai kits from your site before the P-Bandai US site was revamped and started carrying the kits. Every order has been great! And your shipping price is better than P-Bandai's Is there a new release date for the GFFMC Snow White through your site? And will Bluefin's site be opening any new P-Bandai orders or are they all going through P-Bandai US? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crackpot Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 1 hour ago, BluefinBrands said: Lol! Take it as constructive criticism. Your website needs improvement by a lot. While you guys are here, what happened to the Metal Build Blue Frame 2nd and Alternative Strike Launcher pack? It never showed up for pre-order here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HG Blows Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 Weird that Hana is being available to order on the US site before the asian markets. Has that ever happened? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BluefinBrands Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 50 minutes ago, crackpot said: Lol! Take it as constructive criticism. Your website needs improvement by a lot. While you guys are here, what happened to the Metal Build Blue Frame 2nd and Alternative Strike Launcher pack? It never showed up for pre-order here. We are always looking to improve. The emoji was a playful reactions to the comment. Only one person cried during our lunch meeting when it was brought up. The rest of us stood strong, and ate in reflective silence as we internally mapped out how to be better. We have inquired about the other 2 items you mentioned, but have not heard anything back yet. As soon as we know something we will be sure to post it up. This will be the first P-Bandai Metal Build for us, so it may dictate what future releases we get. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F360 Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 57 minutes ago, HG Blows said: Weird that Hana is being available to order on the US site before the asian markets. Has that ever happened? not yet,. [PRE-ORDER STARTS SOON] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DYRL VF-1S Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 (edited) 49 minutes ago, BluefinBrands said: We are always looking to improve. The emoji was a playful reactions to the comment. Only one person cried during our lunch meeting when it was brought up. The rest of us stood strong, and ate in reflective silence as we internally mapped out how to be better. We have inquired about the other 2 items you mentioned, but have not heard anything back yet. As soon as we know something we will be sure to post it up. This will be the first P-Bandai Metal Build for us, so it may dictate what future releases we get. Welcome to the party. Can you send some thugs over to HG and force them to relinquish their rights to Macross in the States so you can distribute that? Would be great timing with the cost of Int’l shipping. Heck, I’ll pitch in to hire them if it helps. Edited May 28, 2020 by DYRL VF-1S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey728 Posted May 28, 2020 Share Posted May 28, 2020 59 minutes ago, BluefinBrands said: Only one person cried during our lunch meeting when it was brought up. The rest of us stood strong, and ate in reflective silence as we internally mapped out how to be better. Brilliant. I LOL'd in a work Skype meeting I was pretending to participate in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaustin89 Posted May 29, 2020 Share Posted May 29, 2020 The first of my High Maneuver Test Packs for the Gundam Astrea came in; a couple Astreas and the extra parts give you some pretty cool options for display. My only "complaint" is that they don't give you anywhere near enough of the jointed connectors; I pooled the ones included in all 3 of my Astreas with the ones from the test pack and was still looking for more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sanity is Optional Posted May 29, 2020 Share Posted May 29, 2020 Well, taxes suck. Almost $300 shipped for a Gold Frame. They got me though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey728 Posted May 29, 2020 Share Posted May 29, 2020 I hate it... Pre-ordered one anyways. What the heck is wrong with me? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PsYcHoDyNaMiX Posted May 29, 2020 Share Posted May 29, 2020 Just now, Sanity is Optional said: Well, taxes suck. Almost $300 shipped for a Gold Frame. They got me though. I goofed up and did a proxy with dj Wednesday night before checking bluefinbrands twitter or here on the forums. Maybe similar in price after shipping for me. I was going to do some part swapping. I priced it out and almost dipped for a 2nd via pbandai us but it was close to 300$ with signature and figured i shouldn't just for part swapping, lol. It sure is pwetty though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sanity is Optional Posted May 29, 2020 Share Posted May 29, 2020 I'll admit, if I wasn't a sucker for the white+electroplated gold color scheme it would have been a skip for me. Though at least this will hopefully help the US site to convince Bandai to give them more stuff. Really glad to see metal builds and gunpla on there, not just clothes and accessories. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PsYcHoDyNaMiX Posted May 29, 2020 Share Posted May 29, 2020 Yes yes i agree! I wasn't even crazy for the black ver either. I hit the slippery slope and caught the itch. It was definitely an impulse buy for me. Damn friend pmed me about it and once i saw the weapons and then the bunny ears I caved... lol. I should've waited an hr or two before going proxy. I would've definitely gone with pbandai us if i was aware. Hmm maybe i'll get a 2nd mb blue frame 2nd revised if it goes up via pbandai us... lol! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlesXavier Posted May 29, 2020 Share Posted May 29, 2020 Asia outside of Japan instant sell out. Lots of stock available for the US. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anubis20 Posted May 29, 2020 Share Posted May 29, 2020 7 hours ago, Sanity is Optional said: Well, taxes suck. Almost $300 shipped for a Gold Frame. They got me though. That and the fact that they didnt let me combine shipping with a figuarts releasing the same month Ordered anyway.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey728 Posted May 29, 2020 Share Posted May 29, 2020 4 hours ago, CharlesXavier said: Asia outside of Japan instant sell out. Lots of stock available for the US. I still see stock available at various websites in Japan and Hong Kong. Looks like no issue in ordering for those who really want one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
epiksol Posted May 29, 2020 Share Posted May 29, 2020 Astray gold frame up for preorder $260: https://p-bandai.com/us/item/N2526185001001 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bleecher Posted May 29, 2020 Share Posted May 29, 2020 Shocking that this price seems to below the price of the item in yen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crackpot Posted May 29, 2020 Share Posted May 29, 2020 1 hour ago, bleecher said: Shocking that this price seems to below the price of the item in yen. Huh? The price from P-Bandai Japan is 27500 Yen tax included which is a little below than 260 USD which doesn't include taxes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bleecher Posted May 29, 2020 Share Posted May 29, 2020 I'm trying to factor in overseas shipping and think that it will possibly be more taking that into account. Also when you factor in the price of a shipping agent or buying from N-Y, I think it ends up being cheaper in the end? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlsylar Posted May 31, 2020 Share Posted May 31, 2020 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sanity is Optional Posted June 2, 2020 Share Posted June 2, 2020 Anyone else surprised that the Gold Frame's still available at P-Bandai USA? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crackpot Posted June 3, 2020 Share Posted June 3, 2020 4 hours ago, Sanity is Optional said: Anyone else surprised that the Gold Frame's still available at P-Bandai USA? I don't see it as a popular MS that's why it's still up. It's still up on P-Bandai Japan so it's not really a surprise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kuma Style Posted June 4, 2020 Share Posted June 4, 2020 So I got an Amatsu Mina and a Crossbone X1 en route to go with my X2 and upcoming white Amatsu and I think I'm officially **done** with all of the back Metal Builds that I wanted to catch up on. Good times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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