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MakubeX2 2006-11-11 07:01

Quote:

Originally Posted by M_Flores (Post 736479)
I couldn't understand why they couldn't use the gold from Akatsuki or Hyaku Shiki - is it too expensive to mass-produce or something?

Willing to pay another 1500 yen for chroming ?

Just look at the pricing for the 1/144 HG Akatsuki and 1/100 Gold Frame Amatu and compare them to their counterparts.

MGs are already as expensive as they are and Bandai isn't going to commite suicide by pushing the price of the MG SF further after their run in with the 1/100 SF.

duotiga 2006-11-12 04:55

HGUC Gaplant TR-5 update

Noda-ya and Happinet have lineart for the upcoming HGUC TR-5. Noda-ya additionally mentions the 11/25 issue of Dengeki Hobby will come with 1/144 Primrose parts.

http://www.happinetonline.com/000001...483393_500.jpg

http://www.noda-ya.com/goods/026/large/00475.jpg



Frm Gunota

Akyra 2006-11-12 05:40

TBH, if I am willing to spend that much for a model, an extra 1500 yen isn't gonna stop me from buying it if it actually looks that much better. That crap gold or whatever that colour is called is fugly.

ThePowerOfAnime 2006-11-12 06:03

Quote:

Originally Posted by duotiga (Post 737505)
HGUC Gaplant TR-5 update

Noda-ya and Happinet have lineart for the upcoming HGUC TR-5. Noda-ya additionally mentions the 11/25 issue of Dengeki Hobby will come with 1/144 Primrose parts.

http://www.happinetonline.com/000001...483393_500.jpg

http://www.noda-ya.com/goods/026/large/00475.jpg



Frm Gunota



OMG. I want that! Serously, I'm getting that when it's out. (have to shuffle my shelf... again)

Komataguri 2006-11-12 17:59

OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG

My Master Grade GP-02 came in the mail!

Yay! Giant nuclear bazooka and shield teim!

DarkWarrior 2006-11-12 18:22

Quote:

Originally Posted by MakubeX2 (Post 736619)
Willing to pay another 1500 yen for chroming ?

Just look at the pricing for the 1/144 HG Akatsuki and 1/100 Gold Frame Amatu and compare them to their counterparts.

MGs are already as expensive as they are and Bandai isn't going to commite suicide by pushing the price of the MG SF further after their run in with the 1/100 SF.

That comparison would be valid if Strike Freedom was also entirely gold plated. Obviously that's not the case.. we're talking about a few joint pieces here.

And am I the only one that likes the gold plating? When I look at my model collection, the Hyaku Shiki is the one that always stands out due to the gold plating. I don't think even paint can replicate the "shiny" effect of gold plating.. dunno, it just appeals to me.

Meehlimo 2006-11-12 18:43

Quote:

Originally Posted by DarkWarrior (Post 738000)
That comparison would be valid if Strike Freedom was also entirely gold plated. Obviously that's not the case.. we're talking about a few joint pieces here.

And am I the only one that likes the gold plating? When I look at my model collection, the Hyaku Shiki is the one that always stands out due to the gold plating. I don't think even paint can replicate the "shiny" effect of gold plating.. dunno, it just appeals to me.

I fully agree with you. I have no idea why ppl strip the gold plating away and repaint it a weak ass gold. The plating is what makes the model stand out, and i hope the gold plating on the SF is nicely done.

dodgethis_sg 2006-11-12 20:19

Who are you to dictate to modeller what looks good on his model? Fugly chrome is fugly. Heck, I strip chrome off my car models' rims and repaint to something more subdued. Makes for a better contrast with the rest of the car.

And yes, that sort of shine can be replicated. Look at car models. What? You think in this world the only form of models are Gundams?

SNT1 2006-11-12 21:09

yes, when you snap together gold parts you have seam lines and possibly also stub marks from where you cut it from the sprue. not good at all.

cheap gold lol. You can easily replicate that chrome gold with ALCLAD paints, and would pretty much eliminate the seam lines.

Traks 2006-11-12 22:19

Depending how much money you want to put into your models you can re-plate crome, copper, nickle, and gold peices. As for myself, I think I'll stick to experimenting with my airbrush and gold effects. To each his or her own.........

Kasiro 2006-11-14 06:29

There's something called Undergate.

tritoch 2006-11-14 07:09

I personally want a "grafitti" design

duotiga 2006-11-14 08:41

Proto Saviour
http://www.geocities.jp/zgmf_xg/prot...ur_gundam.html


http://www.geocities.jp/zgmf_xg/photo/saviour/2_01.jpg

http://www.geocities.jp/zgmf_xg/photo/saviour/2_02.jpg

http://www.geocities.jp/zgmf_xg/photo/saviour/2_06.jpg

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This is indeed very nice!!!!

Eruruu 2006-11-14 08:59

Savior was nice, but this is REALLY nice. The color scheme looks quite cool compared to the original red.

tritoch 2006-11-14 11:00

Just wish the other beam saber was black.

kct 2006-11-14 17:38

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eruruu (Post 739547)
Savior was nice, but this is REALLY nice. The color scheme looks quite cool compared to the original red.

Now that needs a +11 backpack and he wins big time.

Siege 2006-11-14 19:08

I like the cocept colour scheme it does look really nice the one thing i dont like is the OMNI symbol i no it's a concept i'm slightly offended that the model maker believed the Alliance could build something that didn't look like a strike derivitive

DarkWarrior 2006-11-14 19:46

Wow, that Proto-Saviour is nothing short of amazing. I never liked the "skunk" color scheme (Black with white stripes) but that modeller did an excellent job.

Quote:

Originally Posted by SNT1 (Post 738088)
cheap gold lol. You can easily replicate that chrome gold with ALCLAD paints, and would pretty much eliminate the seam lines.

Never heard of ALCLAD, but I'll ask about it the next time I visit my local hobby shop. Thanks for the info.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Siege (Post 740158)
I like the cocept colour scheme it does look really nice the one thing i dont like is the OMNI symbol i no it's a concept i'm slightly offended that the model maker believed the Alliance could build something that didn't look like a strike derivitive

I'm not sure what your point is, but you do realize that Proto-Saviour is a ZAFT built mobile suit that was stolen by the EA right?

Siege 2006-11-15 07:17

if the proto savior is zaft bulit why is there an OMNI sticker on the left shoulder bracket

Traks 2006-11-15 07:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by DarkWarrior (Post 735945)
I guess there's a reason why Strike Freedom always tops the popularity polls.. the demand seems to be pretty damn high.

And the standard version of Strike Freedom makes me shudder.. I mean, look at the ugly gold plastic. :\ Gold plated FTW!
http://img236.imageshack.us/img236/2...008aak4.th.jpg

Does anyone know why that SF has rear skirt armor? :confused:


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