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Yes, but due to their nature they don't get re-issues or re-releases often (there are an occasional few exceptions). There are several 1/72 offerings such as Moshow's Kampfer and McShow's Destiny, but out of 1/100 scale my favorites would be: Jiang Gao Sazabi - excellent paint quality, based on a resin kit for the MG Sazabi VerKa: https://showzstore.com/jianggao-model-1-100-msn-04-sazabi-metal-build-ver-ka_p1552.html Steel Legend Kshatriya - very solid figure with gimmicks and accessories, though the "added effect kit" needs some tooling to make work: https://showzstore.com/steel-legend-1-100-sl-01-nz-666-kshatriya_p0923.html This one sometimes has resissues. There is also a Metal Club one which is slightly smaller with different details but I prefer SL. Both are great though. HongLaJiao Sinanju - Decent paint and details but pretty subpar build quality compared to other Chinese robot figures. I don't think it's better than Metal Build but it's better than GFFMC Unicorn by far, at the very lease: https://showzstore.com/honglajiao-1-100-ms-10s-msn-06-sinanju_p1879.html There was a Tomemei Zeta but I read it was pretty shitty build quality so I passed on it - moot point now that the MB Zeta is coming out, I suppose. I'm sure there are other Chinese 1/100 equivalents (Moshow's last Gundam-related release was a 1/100 QanT right before Bandai released their MB version; not a KO as it was a completely original mold), but these are the ones I have and can recommend.
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Oh, I didn't know Kampfer was limited release too. That's wild for a completely new mold. I haven't decided whether to keep either the original 00Q or 00Q FS, but if I decide to sell the latter I'll definitely let you know first. I'm currently planning to replace the original, but I've just been too lazy to open boxes... Great point and I agree a lot - Bandai make some exceptional figures. I really do like most of their new releases (not all of the re-used molds though) for the last couple years, and I think they've stepped up their game and even QC issues (after the well-known paint issues with Hi Nu). I'm more just venting about their business practices and how they decided to make Strike Noir and 00Q FS event exclusive. Especially for the latter, it's a slap in the face to owners of the original 00Q since the new backpack could have easily been provided as part of the accessory pack so we wouldn't need to purchase a brand new, event-exclusive figure.
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Completely agree with this. Though Kampfer really did exceed my expectations, Bandai's business practices with OOQ FS and even Strike Noir really leave a bad taste in my mouth. Bandai seemed to try to claim that the backpack wouldn't be compatible, but a reviewer recently tried the FS backpack on the original QanT and it fit no problem. Really crappy move by them to not include the backpack in the FS accessory pack, even if the paint might not match 100%. I haven't opened my OOQ FS but this does frustrate me. Moshow doesn't really make figures I'm too interested in as I don't have attachment to their original IP (I sold most of my Progenitor Effect figures), but they had excellent quality. I'd say their QC and consistency is at the top of the Chinese super robot companies like CCS and Heatboys. CCS has wonderful presence but their latest releases have had really bad tolerances for some of the accessories or attachments, and their ankle joints can sometimes be weak as well. I liked their Mazinger Zero but the LED was useless since the touch sensor drained batteries within a week, the original Shin Getter had tons of QC issues, their new Shin Getter has inconsistent QC, etc. I still like them a lot but I agree Moshow has been the most consistent for me, except perhaps for Blitzway.
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While I personally like the Providence way more than I initially expected, I also don't put it into crazy poses, haha. I didn't originally plan to get it, and it's probably not worth the after-market cost now, but Bandai did at least put some love into the paint and accessories. It's freakin heavy though and doesn't pose well without a stand due to that crazy backpack, but it does carry some nice shelf presence. On the same token, I completely agree that 40k yen seems perfectly reasonable for Zeta, though I've found it difficult to find at those prices (Yoyakunow is even marking it up 8k, which seems higher than their normal markup). Even so, I want this way more than Providence, and I think this is a perfectly reasonable price for it. The proportions don't particularly bother me, though I agree the head seems a TAD big - I don't think I would have noticed until I read this thread, haha! I personally prefer the MG Zeta 2.0 proportions the most, but I know often the designers have to make some concessions for the transforming gimmick. Considering I'll probably never transform the MB Zeta, I wish they just relied on parts-forming or something.... oh well. I'm a bit surprised that this transforms, to be honest. I thought one of the reasons why Tryon 3 (which was designed by the MB team from what I understand) switched from MB to SoC was so they could use less paint, as they were afraid the transformation gimmick would cause too much paint chipping. Either way, I'm very excited for this release, if I could simply find a pre-order. Hopefully it will be readily available just like Exia Devise and Hi Nu eventually were available everywhere. Thank you Bandai for not making this TWE lol.
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From what I saw in a Korean preview, they said this figure was supposed to be Metal Build originally (hence all the stylized design choices instead of being slavishly toon accurate like much of Chogokin figures), but they backtracked late in the design because they felt the expected paint finish of Metal Build figures would not last due to all the transformation and combination gimimicks. This makes me think that they could release a ZZ Gundam based on this mold sinec it was already designed by the MB team, but whether it is announced as a Chogokin or a Metal Build depends on whether they are willing to add a quality paint finish, despite inevitable paint chipping. I personally hope they go ahead and paint it since I probably wouldn't transform/combine it more than once.
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I paid 6134 yen on 2/27 for FedEx International shipping for MB Kampfer. I recently paid 3593 yen on 5/11 for FedEx International shipping for MB GN Arms D. Each arrived in 3-5 days. I think their shipping cost is very reasonable. On another note, what is so special about this new Dynames Saga? Not trying to be Debbie downer on it but I just don’t have any clue what 00 Saga is. Is this worth getting if I already have Dynames Repair 3 and Devise?
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I'm weird but I actually prefer the old sculpt. The new sculpt looks better in some ways, but I miss the linkage when bending the knee, and my personal copy of Red Dragonics had loose knee armor which made me return it to PBandai/Bluefin.
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Wow, didn't know the MS Sazabi is still available. Do you have any links for the MS Nu? I was never able to procure a pre-order and EntertainmentEarth cancelled my pre-order I still haven't had any luck finding a MS Nu. Really bummed as I should have just purchased the "original stock" at A-E that was briefly available but I was hoping I could snag a reissue.
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I missed it too. Didn’t stay up to check cuz I thought preorders were not supposed to start until later this week. Im crossing my fingers and hoping A-E gets more stock later but not counting on it.
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Thank you for the pics and measurements! I caved and bought one off Mandarake. Are you planning to get Type D as well?
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Thanks I saw that and probably would have bought it but it's been sold out since I last checked (I had it on wishlist too so I assume I'd get a notification if it ever comes back in stock).
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That’s awesome! I’m jealous. I even emailed PBandai to see if there’s any chance they’d have extra inventory but to no avail haha. I just hope I can find it on Mandarake for less than the $900 or so that Lunapark is quoting.
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I know that TWE releases like Strike Noir will always demand crazy after market prices after release; what about PBandai releases like the GN Arms? I skipped on the pre-order initially due to lack of space, but I ordered a Moducase earlier this year and now I'm wishing I placed my pre-order. Will I just need to wait til it releases and check out Mandarake or AmiAmi for second hand orders? I'm gonna guess shipping will be astronomical haha.
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Thanks for the heads up! I’ve never used these sites before so I’m unsure how to apply these discounts from buyee though and don’t see those cheap(ish) prices anymore.
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