It's a GUNDAM!!! - all things gundam

[ShootingtheGalaxy]

Leo Patrol

 

[ShootingtheGalaxy]

I believe I've won this battle!

 

[Femtech]

So maybe I've just been away from Gundam for a while, but what the hell happened to the collectibles scene? MSiA is now Robot Spirits and the prices are more than twice what they used to be. Almost all of the worthwhile kits are Bandai exclusives now and they sell out instantly. And to top it off, Bandai even stopped sealing their kits in plastic; now they're either just plainly exposed boxes or they have useless cross-bands to secure them, which does nothing but eat into the cardboard. And those prices. For any veterans who have stuck with it over the years, when did things begin to change?

 

[ShootingtheGalaxy]

Finally got around to building my Deathscythe 1/144 kit!

 

[ShootingtheGalaxy]

 

[Solidus]

So maybe I've just been away from Gundam for a while, but what the hell happened to the collectibles scene? MSiA is now Robot Spirits and the prices are more than twice what they used to be. Almost all of the worthwhile kits are Bandai exclusives now and they sell out instantly. And to top it off, Bandai even stopped sealing their kits in plastic; now they're either just plainly exposed boxes or they have useless cross-bands to secure them, which does nothing but eat into the cardboard. And those prices. For any veterans who have stuck with it over the years, when did things begin to change?

Yeah, there have been a bunch of changes. I haven't kept up with exclusives but I think many of the Hi-Resolution kits as well as the ver Ka kits are regularly available on sites like amiami and BBTS. The kits that do get sold out are eventually restocked... the figures are pretty expensive, though.

 

[Solidus]

Amazing shots on all of your Gunpla! Nice seeing GW getting some love.

 

[ShootingtheGalaxy]

Thank you

Endless Waltz

 

[VSF11]

Has anyone seen a Gundam pencil case like this?
I used to have one like this that I THINK had gundam on it, that had fold out legs to stand it up on end...
But my klepto family stole it when I had my stuff in storage (along with a lot of other stuff)

 

[potato]

Has anyone seen a Gundam pencil case like this?
I used to have one like this that I THINK had gundam on it, that had fold out legs to stand it up on end...
But my klepto family stole it when I had my stuff in storage (along with a lot of other stuff)
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any of these?

https://www.google.com/search?q=gun...hUKEwieteH8lcHyAhXUc30KHXW_Aq0Q_AUoAXoECAEQAw

 

[VSF11]

any of these?

https://www.google.com/search?q=gun...hUKEwieteH8lcHyAhXUc30KHXW_Aq0Q_AUoAXoECAEQAw

Sadly, no. I guess I'm going to have to face it - I'll NEVER find a replacement that comes close to matching what I had (been on the hunt for 10 years, with no luck).

 

[ShootingtheGalaxy]

 

[oceanfr]

Very cool figures, brings good memories.

 

[valentinjk]

Trying to give it an exhibit kind of feels.

 

[guyver1]

Gundam Fight!..Ready..GO!



RG…GO!!

 

[Spliff]

man i really want to get the new metal build Hi-Nu but at that price it should've been 1/60 scale. no idea why we can get 239,492 version of Unicorn Gundams every 10 mins and still no PG Nu/Hi-Nu.

 

[OtakuDan]

Hi all! I’ve dabbled in gunpla on and off in the past and am looking to start up in earnest. I’ve built Entry grade all the way up to MG before. Looking to build a few more MG before I dip my toes into PG… I also ever just assembled the kits, haven’t panel lined or devalued any of them. That will soon change as I’m going to start doing both even on some of my older kits sort of as an experience builder for the newer sets.

Anyways, this leads me to 3 very important questions and I figured this would be a great place to ask.

Is there a list of kits that have decal sets or is there a good (i.e. reputable) place to order them? I would like to limit the amount of stickers I need to use as they look not the best and can fray and peel over time.

What is the consensus best PG to build? I’m deciding on either Perfect Strike or RX-78-2 Unleashed? Any other recent stand outs that aren’t super hard to acquire?

Finally in the case of sticker use, is there a best way to apply a clear coat over the sticker itself to help preserve the application, but also not end up looking like crap?

Thanks for any advice and I look forward to being around here more often!

 

[Adoptedscot]

Hi all! I’ve dabbled in gunpla on and off in the past and am looking to start up in earnest. I’ve built Entry grade all the way up to MG before. Looking to build a few more MG before I dip my toes into PG… I also ever just assembled the kits, haven’t panel lined or devalued any of them. That will soon change as I’m going to start doing both even on some of my older kits sort of as an experience builder for the newer sets.

Anyways, this leads me to 3 very important questions and I figured this would be a great place to ask.

Is there a list of kits that have decal sets or is there a good (i.e. reputable) place to order them? I would like to limit the amount of stickers I need to use as they look not the best and can fray and peel over time.

What is the consensus best PG to build? I’m deciding on either Perfect Strike or RX-78-2 Unleashed? Any other recent stand outs that aren’t super hard to acquire?

Finally in the case of sticker use, is there a best way to apply a clear coat over the sticker itself to help preserve the application, but also not end up looking like crap?

Thanks for any advice and I look forward to being around here more often!

You may find more help with your questions in the 'Customs - How To' section:

https://www.collectorfreaks.com/forum/customs-how-to.57/
Hope this helps.
Shell.
Xx

 

[OtakuDan]

You may find more help with your questions in the 'Customs - How To' section:

https://www.collectorfreaks.com/forum/customs-how-to.57/
Hope this helps.
Shell.
Xx

Thanks! Will do!

 

[Garlador]

What is the consensus best PG to build? I’m deciding on either Perfect Strike or RX-78-2 Unleashed? Any other recent stand outs that aren’t super hard to acquire?

I’ll answer this one outright: RX-78-2 Unleashed. Hands down the most fun, enjoyable, and relaxing build I’ve ever done.

In fact, my own word of caution is not to go too fast, savor the layers of it you build out, and that no build after it has made me remotely as happy. You chase those highs, but I need another Unleashed quality build in my life.