shogun029 Posted June 27, 2008 Posted June 27, 2008 And they didn't even include it with the 19. Oops. My bad. You're right, the 19 didn't come with a stand.
danth Posted June 29, 2008 Posted June 29, 2008 Hey, is there any update o the release date? Not that I know of, but a June release is not looking so likely.
Raptor One Posted June 30, 2008 Posted June 30, 2008 Not that I know of, but a June release is not looking so likely. It's definitely a July release now. Even HLJ has changed their release info to July. Usually Yamato releases at the end of the month right? But I'm not sure if it would be the same with this since it was only delayed because of the flooding in China. According to the Overdrive newsletter they'll have a review of the Strike 1S up tomorrow. I wonder if Graham did a review for these and if so will he post it tomorrow as well or wait till its "officially" released.
misterryno Posted June 30, 2008 Posted June 30, 2008 More sad news for the 1/60 v.2 From LOS' site LAFtoys.com This product will be in stock on Thursday 31 July, 2008. It used to say Friday 30 June, 2008
Kyp Durron Posted June 30, 2008 Posted June 30, 2008 More sad news for the 1/60 v.2 From LOS' site LAFtoys.com This product will be in stock on Thursday 31 July, 2008. It used to say Friday 30 June, 2008 Oh kiss my ass Yamato.... -Kyp
Raptor One Posted June 30, 2008 Posted June 30, 2008 (edited) It's official, I hate floods. I'm thinking I may as well skip the 1S and get the 1A when it comes out. Hopefully the Revies I ordered get here soon so I have something to do til then Edited June 30, 2008 by Raptor One
Hikuro Posted June 30, 2008 Posted June 30, 2008 July 31st isn't concrete either I bet, usually when you see sites with the 1st or 31st of each month it's just a guess....this could be longer I think.
Raptor One Posted June 30, 2008 Posted June 30, 2008 July 31st isn't concrete either I bet, usually when you see sites with the 1st or 31st of each month it's just a guess....this could be longer I think. Doubtful, as even the Yamato website has the release for July and Yamato's release dates usually fall at the end of the month.
Black Valkyrie Posted July 1, 2008 Posted July 1, 2008 True about the date, you can check it at yesasia. http://global.yesasia.com/en/PrdDept.aspx/...pid-1011044963/ http://global.yesasia.com/en/PrdDept.aspx/...pid-1011044942/
Guest sh002 Posted July 1, 2008 Posted July 1, 2008 that sucks but weird though because there's no such thing as a friday, june 30, 2008.
misterryno Posted July 1, 2008 Posted July 1, 2008 that sucks but weird though because there's no such thing as a friday, june 30, 2008. Okay my bad...I meant Monday June 30th...... .....you knew what I meant.
Godzilla Posted July 1, 2008 Posted July 1, 2008 this isnt necessarily a bad thing here. gives me time to recover...
bandit29 Posted July 1, 2008 Posted July 1, 2008 Amazon JP had the VF-1S listed at 07/25/08 weeks ago..thats not far off...u babies. So I would think it would start showing up in the US by the 31st or early August. http://www.amazon.co.jp/%E8%B6%85%E6%99%82.../ref=pd_sim_t_1
Jepoyako Posted July 3, 2008 Posted July 3, 2008 We need them now! We need more news! The 1/60 VF-1S will be my first Yamato Variable Valk. Can't wait!
Raptor One Posted July 3, 2008 Posted July 3, 2008 We need them now! We need more news! The 1/60 VF-1S will be my first Yamato Variable Valk. Can't wait! QFT
Jasonc Posted July 4, 2008 Posted July 4, 2008 Today at Anime Expo, I had the opportunity to hold the 1/60 v.2, transfrom it a little, and examine it. I must say, I'm pretty damn impressed. It is much lighter than the 1/60 v.1 because all the diecast is out. What is left is an awesome new look to the 1/60. I'm definitely getting the set of these. Getting the hands on was exactly what I needed to fully sell me on these babies.
bigkid24 Posted July 4, 2008 Posted July 4, 2008 Today at Anime Expo, I had the opportunity to hold the 1/60 v.2, transfrom it a little, and examine it. I must say, I'm pretty damn impressed. It is much lighter than the 1/60 v.1 because all the diecast is out. What is left is an awesome new look to the 1/60. I'm definitely getting the set of these. Getting the hands on was exactly what I needed to fully sell me on these babies. Yeah I saw it too and it's pretty freaking sweet. Definitely looks at little thin at the size but really does seem like a scaled down 1/48 qualitywise. Nice new box that is still probably a little bigger than it needs to be but they are moving in the right direction. The box is shorter than a 1/48 box but fatter...at least than a regular 1/48 box not sure about a super box.
Raptor One Posted July 4, 2008 Posted July 4, 2008 Today at Anime Expo, I had the opportunity to hold the 1/60 v.2, transfrom it a little, and examine it. I must say, I'm pretty damn impressed. It is much lighter than the 1/60 v.1 because all the diecast is out. What is left is an awesome new look to the 1/60. I'm definitely getting the set of these. Getting the hands on was exactly what I needed to fully sell me on these babies. Yeah I saw it too and it's pretty freaking sweet. Definitely looks at little thin at the size but really does seem like a scaled down 1/48 qualitywise. Nice new box that is still probably a little bigger than it needs to be but they are moving in the right direction. The box is shorter than a 1/48 box but fatter...at least than a regular 1/48 box not sure about a super box. Very good news guys, thanks for the info/mini-review. Dammit I want one of these NOW . Ah well looks like it will be worth the wait.
SuperHobo Posted July 4, 2008 Posted July 4, 2008 Who had one there? Supposedly Overdrive Inc booth #111 I think has the sample of the 1/60 VF-1S at AX. I can't wait to get my hands on it!
Shin Densetsu Kai 7.0 Posted July 4, 2008 Posted July 4, 2008 Today at Anime Expo, I had the opportunity to hold the 1/60 v.2, transfrom it a little, and examine it. I must say, I'm pretty damn impressed. It is much lighter than the 1/60 v.1 because all the diecast is out. What is left is an awesome new look to the 1/60. I'm definitely getting the set of these. Getting the hands on was exactly what I needed to fully sell me on these babies. How durable did it feel, how fast was transformation and is transformation better or equivalent to the 1/48 with regards to ease?
Scream Man Posted July 4, 2008 Posted July 4, 2008 Im happy to wait awhile as well. To much to buy, so little time. Plus, I can ask for it for my birthday!
Graham Posted July 4, 2008 Posted July 4, 2008 Spoke with Yamato a couple of days ago and they said the release date in Japan is July 19th. Graham
Ignacio Ocamica Posted July 4, 2008 Posted July 4, 2008 Thanks for the news Graham!!! Now the waiting game before it hits my doorstep begins
pochimus prime Posted July 4, 2008 Posted July 4, 2008 Im happy to wait awhile as well. To much to buy, so little time. Plus, I can ask for it for my birthday! YAHOOO!!!!
bigkid24 Posted July 4, 2008 Posted July 4, 2008 any pics? box art? Kiririth took pics of the box front and a comparison pic of the box to a VF-0A box, but I think he's helping out at AX so don't know when he'll post the pics. How durable did it feel, how fast was transformation and is transformation better or equivalent to the 1/48 with regards to ease? The plastic felt just like a 1/48 to me. It seemed pretty sturdy but I didn't see the transformation process.
Jasonc Posted July 4, 2008 Posted July 4, 2008 (edited) From what I saw, the transformation is next to exact as far as comparison to the 1/48. the heat shield fits nicely in the body while in fighter mode, and the hands flip in through the top of the forearms, and don't simply slide in. In battroid mode, there is a sense of slimness to it, but the detail on it is something to be admired. The shorter nose cone actually makes it look better than the 1/48 in my opinion, especially in battroid mode. As for durability, it seems pretty solid. I held it and posed it in both fighter and battroid modes, and with it's new plastics, it holds up very well. The joints are nice and sturdy, but don't seem too sturdy that it may break. I asked if they could attach the fastpacks on, but the guy there said he was a little nervous about putting them on, as he did have to return it to Yamato. I'm officially selling off all my 1/55 stuff, along with my Toynami VF-1's for these. I'm definitely sold. Oh, I'll try to take more pics today, as I'll be there again. I've been dared to wear the Hikaru outfit, so I will be there today in it. Ugh!!! Edited July 4, 2008 by Jasonc
1/1 LowViz Lurker Posted July 5, 2008 Posted July 5, 2008 I'm officially selling off all my 1/55 stuff, along with my Toynami VF-1's for these. I'm definitely sold. What if bandai make a vf-1 chogokinDX 1/60 in the future and it beats the yamato though? Would you end up selling all your yamato 1/60 to get those?
renkenjutsu Posted July 5, 2008 Posted July 5, 2008 If that happens, I'm sure someone else will be all too happy to take em :3
Jasonc Posted July 5, 2008 Posted July 5, 2008 At this point, I don't know how much better they can get. Yes, there's always room for slight imporvement, but at some point, you almost have to ask yourself, how much closer can it get in a scale that you prefer? I love the 1/48s, but the size of them just takes up too much space, and with the 3 display cases I do have, that doesn't leave much room for many other things. That said, if Bandai did somehow release a 1/60, I'd probably keep the Yamatos, and would buy just a couple of Bandais. Maybe one to keep, another to customize somehow. Afterall, I have a preorder for 2 of these, I'm already going to be researching for a custom project.
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