Graham

Yeah, the default low-viz schemes are great. I always use them if available. I'd buy that if Bandai made it as well. Graham

I built both the VF-25F and VF-25S 1/72 kits and quite enjoyed building them. Graham

I got one to review. Can't remember if I got any additional free ones after review. I certainly bought a few extras though. And to be fair to the v.1 1/60 YF-19, it was Yamato's state of the art at the time and when new did lock together and hold a pose reasonably well. Time has not been favorable to it though and the joints have loosened considerably (or even disintegrated in some cases). Also, it has been surpassed in design by newer releases such as the VF-19 series. Anything which is too froppy, doesn't lock together well or which parts are constantly falling off of like those horrid Banpresto transforming VF-1 toys is just too frustrating and takes the fun out of the model or toy. Getting back on topic, l may risk picking up one of these to see is it really as bad as everyone is saying. Graham

In 2014 (see thread title). Exactly when, nobody knows yet. Graham

Not going to comment too much as I don't have one yet and haven't assembled one. But I will just say that in this day and age, there should be a reasonable expectation that (when new), any transforming mecha pla-model or toy should (a) lock together reasonably well in all modes and (b) be reasonably non-froppy (to the extent that it can hold a pose). If a model or toy fails those criteria, then I won't consider it for purchase. Graham

It's never been confirmed what those things on the forearm are, but all the information on the YF-29 translated so far does not mention them being cannon. I'm thinking they are either thrusters or chaff and flare launchers. Graham

Here in Hong Kong, it's pretty common for adult males to collect toy or model robots, so nobody even bats an eyelid at my collection. Graham

Haha, back in the day, we had our share of lady time, oh yes, the stories I could tell Graham

That's the one, cheers Regarding possible future toys, I'm only saying what I think is likely. Don't read too much into it. I have no contact with Acadia and the last time I had any meaningful contact with Yamato was when the VF-17S was first released, so a long time ago. Back to the YF-19, I'm guessing that at least some of the wing missiles can also be placed into the leg bay. That would be cool being able to swap out the leg bay weapon load. Graham

That's the reason I never use HLJ anymore, because I'm impatient to get stuff, but even if you choose the fastest shipping method such as FedEx, HLJ are so slow at order processing and actually getting stuff out of the door. I often use the terms "snail's pace" or "glacial progress" when describing HLJ. Graham

The post with the photo of the open leg weapon bay seems to have disappeared. Can somebody please repost it. Thanks in advance. Graham

VF-0D is the most likely possibility after YF-19, followed by all new VF-0S. Graham

I hope they didn't blow all the sfx budget on the shuttle destruction scene. Worried the remainder of the movie will just consist of Sandra Bullock talking to herself Graham

Still drooling over the latest pics. Graham

The finish and joints on my 30th anniversary YF-29 are fine thankfully. They only real problem I have with the 29 series is that the shoulder armor constantly falls off when transforming back to battroid mode. Graham

Fantastic job, but needs exploding eyeballs! Paint those in and you'll be my god Graham

Haha, exactly what things were appreciated on the 1/72 versions????? Don't think it's a case of Yamato forgetting things, rather, it's a completely different designer now, compared to the old design team(s). Graham

Pre-ordered 2 from NY. Really want 3, but just can't afford it at the moment. What an absolutely stunning looking Valk. Definitely the best YF-29 color scheme so far. Graham

I'm really looking forward to seeing wm cheng's build of this kit when it's out. Graham

Here in HK, we also got the dubbed over version Anyway, definitely buying this on bluray when it's out. Graham

My 25F from CDJ arrived yesterday and my other one from NY is on the way. Graham

Isamu is more prominent in the Macross 30 game. I'm on level 7-3 and I haven't even seen Ozma yet. Graham

This is so demanding a battroid mode hand shake pose photo together with the Arcadia YF-19 when both toys are out . Isamu's old and new ride together, will look so sweet. Graham

You will be mine my pretty girl, oh yes you will. Graham

Looks awesome, I'm in for 3. I'm sure the shoulders will be able to angle. Keep the faith! [Jedi mind trick]This is the droid you are looking for[/Jedi mind trick] Graham