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  1. Sanity is Optional
    I’m just wondering what I’m doing right over here, since all 4 of my DX figs seem to hold together quite solidly without sagging or disconnecting swing bars.
  2. Sanity is Optional
    Yup, the green shield means you did get the buyer protection plan.
  3. Sanity is Optional
    If you don't mind handling the ordering and such yourself you can use Tenso, flat ¥300 fee. Of course, they also won't talk to the seller on your behalf. But on the upside you pay for the items directly, rather than thru Tenso, so you can charge-back without Tenso giving a crap. [disclaimer: Tenso addresses are not accepted for shipping from P-Bandai/Tamashii Web Exclusive Store] Personally I keep using FromJapan, because even at ¥700 flat fee they're still cheaper than the other proxies. ZenMarket for instance doesn't charge any fee, they just charge you a percentage every time you pay for anything through them. Ends up much higher.
  4. Sanity is Optional
    I don't bother with it for most of my P-Bandai proxy orders, though for some stuff (like my order of 3x Sylpheed armors, or 4x DX Strike packs) I'll put it on anyway as the order is expensive enough to warrant it. Things like a $20 HG Leo kit, it's not really worth it.
  5. Sanity is Optional
    My rule, when it comes to FromJapan is I only use basic forwarding when it's something from Bandai or another reliable retailer. Anything that's questionable, like a Yahoo Japan Auction seller that's worth paying proxy and international shipping for is worth paying the extra $4 for.
  6. Sanity is Optional
    I've spent thousands with Mandarake, shipped to California. Keep in mind that they will not accept credit cards from some regions (including California). However, after I'd bought a few things from them they let me start using my CC. Also their address input has issues registering my home address (rejects it), so that might also be your issue. Try a different address, such as a family member or a work address if you can receive mail at work.
  7. Sanity is Optional
    They had the DX 1/48 Max VF-1A on "sale" for a bit at the MSRP of ¥18,000. It's back up to ¥24,000 now. There's also the usual Arcadia Milia discount.
  8. Sanity is Optional
    After looking at the images, it might be a top-coat shifting the color rather than actual paint. A matte top-coat will change the way plastic looks quite a lot. Also, has anyone seen confirmation that it is the same shade of blue underneath everything?
  9. Sanity is Optional
    To be completely honest, it actually looks worse than a modern Bandai HG. Closer to the stuff coming out in the 90s/early 00s.
  10. Sanity is Optional
    Rule #1 of collecting: let people like things. If you don't want to buy it, don't buy it.
  11. Sanity is Optional
    Oh, they're panel lining it? I wonder if it'll be top-coated as well?
  12. Sanity is Optional
    Lucky for me I have an old version to transform, and the PF can stay in one form. Man, that looks awesome, and they've finally spruced up their PF box as well.
  13. Sanity is Optional
    If you signed up for the buyer protection plan it's supposed to cover them never receiving the item, even if you don't pay for it until they ship to you.
  14. Sanity is Optional
    Impressive, I've just got the 8x. Plus 2 light-up fold boosters, another that's sun-damaged and non-functional that's disassembled for repairs, and a pair of YF21 w/ supers.
  15. Sanity is Optional
    I figure we’ll get a scout regult P-Bandai release.
  16. Sanity is Optional
    Wow, they only offered me half, which I didn't take.
  17. Sanity is Optional
    The Arcadia one looks more anime accurate, and better in fighter mode. The Bandai looks more realistic, and better in Battroid (plus it doesn't have weak ankles). ...Which is why I have 2 Arcadias, 4 Bandais... Plus a Bandai VF-19 Advance, and Yamato anniversary YF-19. My plus collection may be a bit out of hand.
  18. Sanity is Optional
    I'm in the same boat, I'm actually out of space to store my boxes unless I start keeping them in the unattached garage. My plan is to build model backlog to free space, but that's only a temporary measure. I suppose I'll probably have to let some things go, like one or two of my four bandai DX YF-19 figures.
  19. Sanity is Optional
    I checked Amazon Japan, and they are not offering flat-rate shipping (as of last I looked).
  20. Sanity is Optional
    From experience, NY eventually delivers. Their customer service sucks, but unless it's a perfect storm like the 31A you'll get your order. Even then, you'll probably get your order.
  21. Sanity is Optional
    Well, looking at my collection, it's obviously the YF-19. I think I have 8x 1/60 transforming ones, plus 3x VF-19s, plus various non-transforming figures, diecasts, and model kits (still need to build my Hasegawa 1/48 w/ etched parts).
  22. Sanity is Optional
    The problem on the Monster isn't the price, it's the shipping. MSRP was 18000Yen, and it was available after release at MSRP for a loooooooong time. As to must-haves: Glaug Regult Spartan Defender Monster VF-1J Armored (though the aftermarket on this one's a bit ridiculous, looking at $200)
  23. Sanity is Optional
    If you haven't already paid, just "forget" to pay for the order on time and they'll cancel it for you.
  24. Sanity is Optional
    One warning, the Detolf's shelves are rated to 13lbs, so careful about how much you stick on the same level as that monster.
  25. Sanity is Optional
    You forgot a pilot that doesn't rattle around in the seat... Or a TV release with more than 2 TV fixed-pose hands...
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