Thom Posted December 27, 2022 Share Posted December 27, 2022 (edited) On 12/25/2022 at 12:02 PM, HardlyNever said: Merry Christmas to me, from Bandai I suppose. Opened up my VF-0 from Mandarake and the head just kind of... fell off... which I found strange. I noticed that it doesn't really fit right into the top of the chest plate, and yup, after looking at some other pictures, I seem to be missing an entire part of the neck. I'm going to reach out to Mandarake. I've ordered a lot from them before, but never had to return anything. Am I completely hosed here? Has any one had any luck with returns/exchanges with them? This particular item was marked as unopened and box damaged. If I had to guess, this might be a QC reject from Bandai, but given their recent QC, it might just but one that slipped through. I've heard that happens to 'pretty birds' sometimes...🤭 4 hours ago, Slave IV said: Just seeing this so a bit late but Merry Christmas and happy holidays to the whole MW crew! This is about the greatest Christmas special I ever seen! I’m considering it canon. 😄 There's a part 2, 😀 Edited December 27, 2022 by Thom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derex3592 Posted December 27, 2022 Share Posted December 27, 2022 OMG those are GREAT!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sh9000 Posted December 28, 2022 Share Posted December 28, 2022 Here's to many more years in good company on MWF. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wsna Posted February 5 Share Posted February 5 I recently got my VF-0's and for the most part, enjoy them! Of course there a few niggles so I any of you guys have any suggestions, I am open to suggestions... 1) Is there a method to do panel washing without damaging tampo print? 2) Are they're any makers out there that can 3D print some ordinance in 1/100 & 1/60 scale? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big s Posted February 5 Share Posted February 5 36 minutes ago, wsna said: I recently got my VF-0's and for the most part, enjoy them! Of course there a few niggles so I any of you guys have any suggestions, I am open to suggestions... 1) Is there a method to do panel washing without damaging tampo print? 2) Are they're any makers out there that can 3D print some ordinance in 1/100 & 1/60 scale? If you’re not costing it, a good acrylic thinned down with water will work. If you plan on coating it a lot of people like Flory’s since it washes away easy, but I find that if you don’t top coat the kit that it rubs away easily. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angesdad Posted February 5 Share Posted February 5 1 hour ago, Big s said: If you’re not costing it, a good acrylic thinned down with water will work. If you plan on coating it a lot of people like Flory’s since it washes away easy, but I find that if you don’t top coat the kit that it rubs away easily. enamel washing works too. Either method will not affect the tampo printing and yes a layer of top coat would be necessary to seal the deal.🙂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big s Posted February 5 Share Posted February 5 1 hour ago, Angesdad said: enamel washing works too. Either method will not affect the tampo printing and yes a layer of top coat would be necessary to seal the deal.🙂 I’m always a bit worried with enamel paints on toys, since some plastics have issues like turning gummy or even cracking. Most of the hmr toys have been abs and probably wouldn’t have too many issues, but it’s a probably a personal paranoia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anasazi37 Posted February 5 Share Posted February 5 9 hours ago, wsna said: I recently got my VF-0's and for the most part, enjoy them! Of course there a few niggles so I any of you guys have any suggestions, I am open to suggestions... 1) Is there a method to do panel washing without damaging tampo print? 2) Are they're any makers out there that can 3D print some ordinance in 1/100 & 1/60 scale? Flory washes are a solid choice if you're going to do the panel lining directly on the plastic. Water-based, easy cleanup, not permanent in case you change your mind. https://www.florymodels.org/washes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derex3592 Posted February 5 Share Posted February 5 3 hours ago, Anasazi37 said: Flory washes are a solid choice if you're going to do the panel lining directly on the plastic. Water-based, easy cleanup, not permanent in case you change your mind. https://www.florymodels.org/washes What he said! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wsna Posted February 6 Share Posted February 6 Thanks guys!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raikkonen Posted March 2 Share Posted March 2 Hi, I'm tempted, but have some questions. 1. Does this type of white plastic of Bandai have a history of yellowing fast? 2. What type of top coat is recommended after panel lining and adding extra decals? 3. Does the heat shield fully cover the canopy? In some images it looks like it does, it some appears not fully. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slave IV Posted March 2 Share Posted March 2 4 minutes ago, Raikkonen said: Hi, I'm tempted, but have some questions. 1. Does this type of white plastic of Bandai have a history of yellowing fast? 2. What type of top coat is recommended after panel lining and adding extra decals? 3. Does the heat shield fully cover the canopy? In some images it looks like it does, it some appears not fully. 1. Don't know but none of mine are yellowed and I have every Macross HMR release. 2. No comment but I hear about people using various matte clear coats. 3. Yes, it does. On that note, not sure if I'm doing it wrong because I haven't messed with it much but I haven't found a secure lock in for the chest panel in battroid mode but the shield does extend and fully cover the canopy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Convectuoso Posted March 2 Share Posted March 2 23 minutes ago, Raikkonen said: 1. Does this type of white plastic of Bandai have a history of yellowing fast? The only one that's yellowing for me it's the original Hi-Metal VF-1J Hikaru, because now it gets direct sunlight most of the day. But I've had it for years before any problems Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raikkonen Posted March 2 Share Posted March 2 17 minutes ago, Slave IV said: 1. Don't know but none of mine are yellowed and I have every Macross HMR release. 2. No comment but I hear about people using various matte clear coats. 3. Yes, it does. On that note, not sure if I'm doing it wrong because I haven't messed with it much but I haven't found a secure lock in for the chest panel in battroid mode but the shield does extend and fully cover the canopy. 1 minute ago, Convectuoso said: The only one that's yellowing for me it's the original Hi-Metal VF-1J Hikaru, because now it gets direct sunlight most of the day. But I've had it for years before any problems Awesome. Cheers for the positive feedback. Gonna sleep over it to decide if I'm gonna pull the trigger. The VF-0D is a definite, as would a grey repaint of it and the VF-0A. But still deciding on this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MKT Posted March 3 Share Posted March 3 6 hours ago, Raikkonen said: Hi, I'm tempted, but have some questions. 1. Does this type of white plastic of Bandai have a history of yellowing fast? The HMR is somehow more resistant to yellowing compared to their DX Chogokins, fortunately or unfortunately. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raikkonen Posted March 3 Share Posted March 3 5 hours ago, MKT said: The HMR is somehow more resistant to yellowing compared to their DX Chogokins, fortunately or unfortunately. I guess different plastic compounds? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sh9000 Posted March 15 Share Posted March 15 My free HMR VF-0S from Amazon should be coming around 3/22. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ValkAddict Posted March 15 Share Posted March 15 Free? How please? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mechaninac Posted March 15 Share Posted March 15 This!... Inquiring minds want need to know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sh9000 Posted March 15 Share Posted March 15 1 hour ago, ValkAddict said: Free? How please? 1 hour ago, mechaninac said: This!... Inquiring minds want need to know. Free Amazon gift card. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sh9000 Posted March 15 Share Posted March 15 Looks like it's coming in tomorrow instead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
borgified Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 Anyone bought 10 units just because?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sh9000 Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 These came with the VF-0S Genius Blue so if there is a Ghost Booster release they will probably include these parts in white for the VF-0S Roy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenius Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 Did they have their own spot in a tray or were they in a baggy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sh9000 Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 They had their own spot in the tray. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MKT Posted May 27 Share Posted May 27 This looks like a good price. Extra helpings anyone? https://store.ign.com/products/unicorn-gundam-gundam-uc-bandai-mg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no3Ljm Posted May 27 Share Posted May 27 2 hours ago, MKT said: This looks like a good price. Extra helpings anyone? https://store.ign.com/products/unicorn-gundam-gundam-uc-bandai-mg What a discount! US$95?! Now I'm thinking since I didn't own one. However, what if it's an actual 'MG Unicorn Gundam' that's going to arrive on my doorstep? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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kkx Posted May 29 Share Posted May 29 59 minutes ago, 505thAirborne said: Nice review. Came here to post the link but was 1 hour late Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MKT Posted May 30 Share Posted May 30 (edited) Also the written review: https://anymoon.com/blog/?p=16731#more-16731 Always great to see new content on @jenius's blog. Edit: In reading the review, and also viewing the transformation video, it is mentioned the nosecone in Fighter have a tendency to be loose around the area where it meets the heatshield. My own experience is that on my copies, those areas are pretty much rock solid. Conversely, the point where the heatshield meets the chest feels even tighter here than on Arcadia's 1/60. Edited May 30 by MKT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
borgified Posted May 30 Share Posted May 30 Jenuis’ Full Review! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenius Posted May 30 Share Posted May 30 Thanks for posting! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wsna Posted May 31 Share Posted May 31 I always enjoy his reviews...especially as I was able to get my order from Big Bad Toys. Very happy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seti88 Posted May 31 Share Posted May 31 Still have to suspend my disbelief at times. We actually have a VF-0 valk in HMR scale! awaiting HMR reactive armor and ghost sets... now that's stretching belief... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidwhangchoi Posted May 31 Share Posted May 31 brown feet? cancelled! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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