lt.actionjackson Posted November 17, 2004 Posted November 17, 2004 I don't use Paypal so I can't get in on Monkey-N's offer, anybody know if Tam over at Twin Moons plans on getting any of these? Quote
Amped Posted November 17, 2004 Posted November 17, 2004 Wow, this is a great opportunity for those who are bummed that they missed out on the Yamato SOP's first release! Personally, I don't think it's worth nearly 200 bucks. Honestly, I don't think it's worth 100. I sold mine way back for almost double what I payed for it originally... and I've seen some go for 600 +... which is just insane. The Yamato SOP, while not quite a 'POS' as people like to joke, is not nearly as cool as most folks make it out to be. IMO, it's cheap and plastic-y with a painful lack of diecast. It is nicely detailed, has some cute gimmicks, and a damn fine sculpt, but I just am in awe that people are clamoring for it at this price. As ol' saying goes: 'a fanboy and his money are soon parted...' Quote
Godzilla Posted November 17, 2004 Posted November 17, 2004 Wow. Those look pretty sweet. How much do they generally go for? Those DX's are not cheap. I saw one for the Yamato go for $50 with $25 shipping. I am getting both but they ain cheap. Quote
Drad Posted November 17, 2004 Posted November 17, 2004 Wow, this is a great opportunity for those who are bummed that they missed out on the Yamato SOP's first release! Personally, I don't think it's worth nearly 200 bucks. Honestly, I don't think it's worth 100. I sold mine way back for almost double what I payed for it originally... and I've seen some go for 600 +... which is just insane.The Yamato SOP, while not quite a 'POS' as people like to joke, is not nearly as cool as most folks make it out to be. IMO, it's cheap and plastic-y with a painful lack of diecast. It is nicely detailed, has some cute gimmicks, and a damn fine sculpt, but I just am in awe that people are clamoring for it at this price. As ol' saying goes: 'a fanboy and his money are soon parted...' You're right. It's probably not worth that much. However, it's the only good quality non-kit representation of the Space Battleship Yamato that's out there. And until this news came in, it wasn't out there.. unless you wanted to pay six hundred bucks. Those of us who missed it the first time are just glad to have a chance to get it at a relatively reasonable price.. compared to eBay, anyway. Unless another company decides to make a better Yamato toy, this is the one to own. Quote
do not disturb Posted November 17, 2004 Posted November 17, 2004 alrighty, so i've been reading up on this and its beginning to grow on me but i still don't know if i'm going to shell out the dough for this? maybe if i find it cheap here in the states i'll pick it up, but the pre-order price and HLJ shipping(LIES) are out of hand. Quote
lt.actionjackson Posted November 19, 2004 Posted November 19, 2004 For those who'd like an option to HLJ or couldn't get in on Monkey-N's action, Tam just confirmed he'll be getting these in. HERE Quote
Chuey Posted November 23, 2004 Posted November 23, 2004 Wow. Those look pretty sweet. How much do they generally go for? Regrettably, the Museum of Leiji Matsumoto were released a few years back and are no longer produced. The toy pieces were released 24 years ago. Your best bet is when they occasionally pop up on eBay. During the Thanksgiving weekend, I will try to take more detailed and sid-by-side comparison pictures. Quote
Chuey Posted December 6, 2004 Posted December 6, 2004 I finally had a chance to take some better comparison pictures. The Soul of Popinika Yamato next to a Playmate Enterprise-E Four different Yamato pieces Should anyone want additional pictures or images of the other EDF ships, let me know. For reviews and features on this previously released toy, I would check the following links at Toyboxdx. You Say Ya-Mah-to, I Say Ya-May-to The 19800¥ Question Big (Scale) Ones I personally enjoy this piece. Is it worth the price? Like many of you, I did find it pricey even when it was initially offered. However, I am a huge Space Battleship Yamato fan. Given its many features, despites its lack of metal contact, I could not wait for this to come out so I pre-ordred it from HJL. For myself, I found it a worthwhile purchase just as I bought a 1/48 VF-1S and fastpacks. Quote
lt.actionjackson Posted December 6, 2004 Posted December 6, 2004 Has Diamond set a domestic release date for this yet? Quote
UN Spacy Posted December 6, 2004 Author Posted December 6, 2004 I finally had a chance to take some better comparison pictures. The Soul of Popinika Yamato next to a Playmate Enterprise-E Four different Yamato pieces Should anyone want additional pictures or images of the other EDF ships, let me know. For reviews and features on this previously released toy, I would check the following links at Toyboxdx. You Say Ya-Mah-to, I Say Ya-May-to The 19800¥ Question Big (Scale) Ones I personally enjoy this piece. Is it worth the price? Like many of you, I did find it pricey even when it was initially offered. However, I am a huge Space Battleship Yamato fan. Given its many features, despites its lack of metal contact, I could not wait for this to come out so I pre-ordred it from HJL. For myself, I found it a worthwhile purchase just as I bought a 1/48 VF-1S and fastpacks. What's the scale of Playmates 1701-E? I might pick up a Bandai Enterprise in the near future. Quote
Chuey Posted December 7, 2004 Posted December 7, 2004 What's the scale of Playmates 1701-E? I might pick up a Bandai Enterprise in the near future. The Playmates Enterprise-E is about 18" in length. Bandai's Enterprise-E is about 16" in length and considered 1/1700 scale. Starship Modeler review of Bandai's USS Enterprise NCC-1701-E Quote
Chuey Posted December 7, 2004 Posted December 7, 2004 While not entirely accurate, this would be a fun thing to have in a pool or pond. 38" R/C Space Battleship Yamato, Star Blazers Argo on water Quote
Godzilla Posted December 8, 2004 Posted December 8, 2004 I finally had a chance to take some better comparison pictures. The Soul of Popinika Yamato next to a Playmate Enterprise-E Four different Yamato pieces Should anyone want additional pictures or images of the other EDF ships, let me know. For reviews and features on this previously released toy, I would check the following links at Toyboxdx. You Say Ya-Mah-to, I Say Ya-May-to The 19800¥ Question Big (Scale) Ones I personally enjoy this piece. Is it worth the price? Like many of you, I did find it pricey even when it was initially offered. However, I am a huge Space Battleship Yamato fan. Given its many features, despites its lack of metal contact, I could not wait for this to come out so I pre-ordred it from HJL. For myself, I found it a worthwhile purchase just as I bought a 1/48 VF-1S and fastpacks. Show more pics of the EDF battleships and Andromeda. I have the Andromeda and teh Yamato but I am loonging at what else is out there. I see the battleship. was there anything else? Quote
Chuey Posted December 8, 2004 Posted December 8, 2004 Show more pics of the EDF battleships and Andromeda. I have the Andromeda and teh Yamato but I am loonging at what else is out there. I see the battleship. was there anything else? TMoL Andromeda and the 1980's toy Quote
Chuey Posted December 8, 2004 Posted December 8, 2004 BPX-01 Yamato, DX MoLM Andromeda and DX MoLM Yamato Quote
Godzilla Posted December 9, 2004 Posted December 9, 2004 DAMMIT! I got outbidded for the EDF battleship! ARRGH! Chuey, I like the pics. Quote
nemesis120 Posted December 9, 2004 Posted December 9, 2004 Nice pics, although does anyone have any pics of the SOP Yamato with the Nomuras (or a Mikumo reissue) or an original Popynica (preferably the Big Scale one, but somehow I doubt many people would be willing to shell out the cash for it)? Quote
UN Spacy Posted December 9, 2004 Author Posted December 9, 2004 Damn you Bandai. Get off your asses and make a SOP Andromeda. Quote
Chuey Posted December 9, 2004 Posted December 9, 2004 Nice pics, although does anyone have any pics of the SOP Yamato with the Nomuras (or a Mikumo reissue) or an original Popynica (preferably the Big Scale one, but somehow I doubt many people would be willing to shell out the cash for it)? Someone did a comparison between the 20" Popinica Yamato and the BPX-01 Yamato. Currently, I can not find, but I will post the link if I locate it. From what I remember the 20" Popinica Yamato is a little bigger and obviously heavier. Essentially, I compare those two like the chunky monkey in comparsion to a 1/48 valkyrie. One is heavier and more rugged. The other is more delicate, but has more detail. Popinica Big Scale Yamato Space Cruiser Yamato Toys Die-Cast Yamato comparisons Speaking of EDF ships, check out this version of Okita's flagship from the first Yamato episode. It Combines Personal Hygiene and Fun! Quote
Godzilla Posted December 10, 2004 Posted December 10, 2004 Damn you Bandai. Get off your asses and make a SOP Andromeda. God I would be happy to see that happen. Quote
UN Spacy Posted May 18, 2006 Author Posted May 18, 2006 Sorry to bump but Bandai just showed this at trade show in Japan. I think they've released a 1/350 model before.....right? http://pam.main.jp/ Quote
Kyp Durron Posted October 7, 2007 Posted October 7, 2007 *Revives dead topic* I just got one and it's the reissue, I'm glad I managed to snag one off Ebay for $160 shipped for one that was un-opened. In my opinion, it was well worth it! -Kyp Quote
Scream Man Posted October 7, 2007 Posted October 7, 2007 Is that the one that came with the little fighters u could put inside? Quote
UN Spacy Posted October 7, 2007 Author Posted October 7, 2007 NICE score Kyp Durron! When I saw the thread bumped I thought a SOP Andromeda had been announced. Quote
Kyp Durron Posted October 7, 2007 Posted October 7, 2007 NICE score Kyp Durron! When I saw the thread bumped I thought a SOP Andromeda had been announced. Oh, dear GOD, how I fuggin' wish!!!!!!! Yes, I am quite happy to have found it for the price I paid! -Kyp Quote
Kyp Durron Posted October 15, 2007 Posted October 15, 2007 Man, this thing is soooo awesome, I can't hardly stop staring at it or keep from picking it up, lol. It and my 1/48 Hikaru VF1-J, and 1/60 Super Ostrich are fighting it out for attention, lol. -Kyp Quote
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