Boobytrap

I'm almost embarrassed to show it due to the unfinished state (didn't even notice the fingerprint until I took the picture 😡) but since you hadn't seen many others do this particular version yet I figured I'd share. Unfortunately, due to health reasons, I have to avoid things like glue, paint, and resin. Basically everything I need to be exposed to for these projects. Can only do 20 - 30 minutes at a time. For an obsessive like me it's almost impossible to do a hard stop in such a short time. Keeps me from even wanting to try. Anyway, enough of that. Hopefully I can show you the finished work (along with ride armor, and spartas, and ...) before the end of the decade 😄.

Those are previously released F90 packs. I don't know the lore behind it but it seems odd that model number F80 is capable of using F90 mission packs. Whatever the case it'll be nice to have another mobile suit to display them on.

Watched the movie on my 126" projection screen this past weekend. It was awesome seeing it as more of a movie rather than reduced on a computer screen. The animation moved very smoothly and I really liked how the colors popped. Sound was terrific as well. My only real issue were the parts that were blurry. It can be really hard on the eyes when they are trying to adjust for part of the screen being crisp and sharp and part seeming out of focus. More so when magnified on a giant screen. It doesn't help that the blurry portion will change positions depending on the camera angle in the scene. I'm still over the moon to have this in my collection with English subs.

Gundamit has put the Glaug, Recon Pod, and Khyron up for pre-order. Not sure how the final price will work out as it isn't listed yet. https://gundamit.com/c/kitzconcept_0397 Based on the previous KC items they have carried there is a markup vs the KC MSRP of ~10%. Unless KC's shipping is outrageous I'm sure KC will have the better end price since they heavily discount the pre-order price. The benefit would be minimal deposit which is refundable up until they request payment (which isn't until a couple of weeks before they receive the product), penalty free cancellations, and free shipping. Seeing all of the stories in here of undelivered product the peace of mind that you can put down a small deposit and cancel with no penalty might be worth it for some. I have yet to buy anything from KC other than Dana (thank you BBTS for not catching the increased price . Matter of fact, I just looked and they still have it for sale at that price). I figured that I would get the Glaug and Khyron though since I don't see anyone else doing them in this scale or larger any time soon. I will be pre-ordering from Gundamit so I don't have to deal with any of the KC shenanigans. If some other reliable shop, with easy cancellations, ends up carrying them at a lower price I can always jump over to that.

Up on Gundamit: https://gundamit.com/sentinel-toys-1-48-ab-01h-riobot-mecha-genesis-tread_p6662.html $7.99 deposit and free shipping.

I'm surprised that Gundamit/ShowZ has this with free shipping (at least to the US). While they have free shipping on most items they won't usually do that on something this large. That's a pretty massive savings for anyone considering this.

That would be freakin' awesome of you! I'll get two sets please. Whenever they are good to go just let me know where to send the check.

Deep down I knew this was the case but sometimes hope overrides logic. The fact their figures are basically oversized articulated copies of the miniatures pretty much proves your point.

Well that... that is gorgeous 🤩! The fur, the paint, it really is a work of art. I have been hoping that JoyToy tackles that figure. They already have Horus with Sanguinius on the way. Need the big man himself to complete the final battle. As far as the MKVI the Ultramarines have one other thing going for them. They have an extra head sculpt for no extra charge. Since the beak is my favorite I can swap the extra onto another figure. Right now the scrub brush sculpt is on an honor guard and it looks so much nicer than the one it came with. I hope this trend continues.

All good, I saw it. That's why I put the smile in there. It was more of a second poke to Cap that if he does make any improved parts that I would really like to be able to buy them.

I wasn't trying to be greedy . I'd more than happily pay for it. I just don't have the skills and resources that Cap and Ted do. No machine workshop, no 3D printer, no CAD skills, etc... I get super envious over here seeing people having those things and taking a stellar product to yet another level. Just throwing it out there that I would love to have an opportunity to purchase those upgrades if they are ever done. And hopefully be able to purchase it individually without having to buy a reissue. But it's all a good natured request. I know the hard work, on multiple levels, that goes into producing these. I also know the passion that Cap has for his work and his desire to give us the best product possible. If there is some reason that he can't offer it individually it is a good one and I completely accept it.

And you will make it available to all of us other Spartas owners right ?

Since it is acrylic another option is to use a butane torch. I've done it many times. It is great for eliminating rough cut edges, bubbles, or small scratches. Crystal clear every time. Just start at a low flame and work your way up being sure that it is just off the surface and not in direct contact. I use about a medium flame but I've done it enough that I know the sweet spot for me. The goal is to melt it just enough that gravity fills in all the blemishes but not so much that it turns to goo (this would be hard to do with the low temps these torches get to). It may sound scary for the first time but it is an easy process and the material is pretty forgiving (especially since these are thick) so you don't have to be perfect. If you're still feeling hesitant you can always try it out first on a cheap piece from Home Depot or wherever. Tap some divots make some scratches and you'll figure it out real quick.

Yup, that's the exact set I was referring to. Got it at a book store like Crown or something. Such a fantastic set, especially when you see what they charge now.

I'm right there with you. Sure I'm old and I do have a soft spot for that very first boxset of space marine models I got decades ago. Putting that aside though the MKVI is the BEST of all the WH power armors. That beak is the perfect representation for the Imperium considering their use of the Aquila. It is also unique and easily recognizable. There is no mistaking that it is a WH power armor when you see that helmet. And best of all - it looks bad ass. While the MKIII and MKIV have some redeeming visual qualities the MKVII and above are pretty meh. The MKX seems especially uninspired. All those years GW had to develop a new power armor for the next chapter in the story and that's the best they could come up with? A modular MKVII with a MKIV helmet? I've already told myself - If JoyToy releases a MKVI for one of the chapters I am collecting it is an instant purchase.