calubin_175 Posted November 19, 2015 Posted November 19, 2015 (edited) Wow, Heine is still there after 12 hours, But proxies can't get it due to the order limit. It is unlikely that NY or retailers will offer it as the 2 unit limit prevents them from saving shipping costs. Usually I think they bulk order 24 at a time or have some wholesale order to save domestic postage costs, and then they profit from the 500 yen margin. Edited November 19, 2015 by calubin_175 Quote
F360 Posted November 19, 2015 Posted November 19, 2015 something new Hi-Res Model: Gundam Barbatos Looks like a preassemble frame with Armor attachments similar to the Takara dmk 01 Optimus Prime seems like it has diecast parts too. via Gundamguy http://gundamguy.blogspot.com/2015/11/hi-res-model-gundam-barbatos-gunpla.html Quote
Loop Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 (edited) I got in on the NY order for the Heine during what I thought was the first wave and it was cancelled. something new Hi-Res Model: Gundam Barbatos Looks like a preassemble frame with Armor attachments similar to the Takara dmk 01 Optimus Prime seems like it has diecast parts too. 1447933958091.jpg gundam barbatos hi-res model (4).jpg gundam barbatos hi-res model (2).jpg via Gundamguy http://gundamguy.blogspot.com/2015/11/hi-res-model-gundam-barbatos-gunpla.html Forgot to refresh this page and I saw the post before my last after that one posted. Is that a new toy line? Is this considered a kit? I think they should have just made it a Metal Build Edited November 20, 2015 by Loop Quote
Loop Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 Just ordered a set of the wings of light, I was going to order one set for each of my Strike freedoms on order, but decided I don't really need more than one of them. Quote
F360 Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 I got in on the NY order for the Heine during what I thought was the first wave and it was cancelled. Forgot to refresh this page and I saw the post before my last after that one posted. Is that a new toy line? Is this considered a kit? I think they should have just made it a Metal Build Not sure about a whole new Line, but it showing 2016. I guess it's consider a Kit, since you have to attach all the armor plates on. But I can say the same for the GBP armor on the valks. j/k Either way they picked a good MS to start that line. Quote
Guest davidwhangchoi Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 going to watch some seed destiny tonight Quote
joppewo Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 Not sure about a whole new Line, but it showing 2016. I guess it's consider a Kit, since you have to attach all the armor plates on. But I can say the same for the GBP armor on the valks. j/k Either way they picked a good MS to start that line. It's a kit look at those runners Quote
seti88 Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 (edited) It's a kit look at those runners Close-up shots of the inner frame reveal steel colored rings on the joints though...elbows/knees/angles/hips....interesting throwback to old kits? Edited November 20, 2015 by seti88 Quote
calubin_175 Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 (edited) No mace again for this 1/100, are they expecting it to have weight issues if the mace were to be in 1/100 scale? So far only the HG and RD have the mace. Overall, the HI Resolution one looks more medieval like due to the gloss and gold coat finish. I don't think it is encouraged to be painted as the runners the colour runners already have a metallic finish, but the white could use some paint if it is not gloss. After comparing with the 1/100, the Hi-Revolution has a style of its own akin to Metal Builds designs. Edited November 20, 2015 by calubin_175 Quote
joppewo Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 Saw NY list MB SF couple of times for 35,500JPY. Sold out everytime that happened Quote
eggy99 Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 Pulled the trigger and preordered the wings of light from NY. Quote
F360 Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 Saw NY list MB SF couple of times for 35,500JPY. Sold out everytime that happened yeah the demand is huge in Japan, Also MB strike Freedom is up again at hobbysearch http://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10334498 Quote
joppewo Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 (edited) and... gone! Also, seems like HLJ has got their stock in, the weight and product dimensions are listed now. Expect the payment requests to come in about 12 hours from now at their usual timing. Edited November 20, 2015 by joppewo Quote
Guest davidwhangchoi Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 is anyone getting more than 2 strike freedoms? Quote
joppewo Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 (edited) New MB SF column: http://tamashii.jp/t_kokkaku/87/ Interview: http://game.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/interview/20151120_728800.html Metal Builds are too pricey for me to get multiples Who knows, we might get an event exclusive version at next year's Tamashii Nations 2016. Perhaps a Prism Coating Edited November 20, 2015 by joppewo Quote
Guest davidwhangchoi Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 New MB SF column: http://tamashii.jp/t_kokkaku/87/ Interview: http://game.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/interview/20151120_728800.html Metal Builds are too pricey for me to get multiples Who knows, we might get an event exclusive version at next year's Tamashii Nations 2016. Perhaps a Prism Coating yeah , that would be cool getting that special metallic coating. Quote
chyll2 Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 Waiting for ko wings for 15 bucks Expect the Destiny WOL soon just wait for it. SF version will depend on how popular the MB SF is in China. Quote
eggy99 Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 I'm trying to get a 2nd one so I can display it with the wings of light. Not sure if i will be able to though. Quote
Shukenzero Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 I'm tempted to get another strike freedom but I'll let the price settle a little before double dipping. Right now it's all about another Destiny. Quote
joppewo Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 ToysDaily forum users reporting QC issues on the SF Quote
eggy99 Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 LOL! Minor compared to Arcadia's VF-0 series. XD Quote
calubin_175 Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 Well, has it been proven that QC issues are more common in the Asia distribution batch compared to the Japanese batch? I know that Hong Kong people are super paranoid about it to the point they price the two differently. Quote
Shukenzero Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 Well, has it been proven that QC issues are more common in the Asia distribution batch compared to the Japanese batch? I know that Hong Kong people are super paranoid about it to the point they price the two differently. Someone did a comparison with SHF figures and they are identical. Some people have reported QC issues but so far mine has been decent from the get go. Really depends on the individual's luck. There are minor nicks on most of the figures but that's no biggie anymore, at least to me. I've had my fair share of both Asian and Japanese releases and they vary in quality, with the SHF Mark 45 coming to mind. Different batches have slightly different shades of paint etc, but production-wise, the same factories handle the different versions, as far as evidence goes. Right now the Japanese version is slightly dearer, but as above, I'm pretty sure if you get a bad one, it'll be regardless of version and more to do with the minimal facks given by workers. Quote
calubin_175 Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 (edited) People who work in Bandai should know how batches are distributed. I believe that they allocate minimally to Asian batches for Metal Builds. Sadly, I cancelled my HLJ one, and just realised that my remaining 2 out of 3 left are likely to be Asian stock as it is from an Aussie EBay seller. My other one is from Yahoo Japan Auction. Edited November 20, 2015 by calubin_175 Quote
Shukenzero Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 Nobody knows outside of their employees I guess. Other than that you better hope that they don't send you a dud. Quote
Kanedas Bike Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 is anyone getting more than 2 strike freedoms? Just two for now. One from HLJ, the other from BBTS. If I can catch another at or below retail then I'd strongly consider it. -b. Quote
Guest davidwhangchoi Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 looks like two is the max what people are getting. it looks like strike freedom is a huge hit Quote
Guest davidwhangchoi Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 payment request came from hlj Quote
F360 Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 Paid, now just need to decide if I want to ship it now or later. Monday seems to be a Japanese holiday. Quote
eggy99 Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 HLJ charge came in for me also. I think I will have to ship during Dec when I can afford it. Quote
Kanedas Bike Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 payment request came from hlj Paid, now just need to decide if I want to ship it now or later. Monday seems to be a Japanese holiday. HLJ charge came in for me also. I think I will have to ship during Dec when I can afford it. Paid. Requested shipping of the MB Strike Freedom, Bandai DX VF-19 Advance, S.H. Figuarts Iron Man Mark 45 and Darth Maul. Toys! -b. Quote
Loop Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 Looks like HLJ charged my paypal this morning for the strike freedom, doubt I have it by thanksgiving but at this point that is a good thing for me lol. Pretty soon I will have to build a house out of toy boxes lol. Looks like my friend in Japan may be able to hook me up on a Heine custom or two. Still debating if I should grab a couple of them or just one. I am leaning towards one copy. Quote
F360 Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 Looks like HLJ charged my paypal this morning for the strike freedom, doubt I have it by thanksgiving but at this point that is a good thing for me lol. Pretty soon I will have to build a house out of toy boxes lol. Looks like my friend in Japan may be able to hook me up on a Heine custom or two. Still debating if I should grab a couple of them or just one. I am leaning towards one copy. well, if you can get a couple and decide to only keep one, I'll be happy to buy 1 off you. . Quote
Guest davidwhangchoi Posted November 20, 2015 Posted November 20, 2015 Looks like HLJ charged my paypal this morning for the strike freedom, doubt I have it by thanksgiving but at this point that is a good thing for me lol. Pretty soon I will have to build a house out of toy boxes lol. Looks like my friend in Japan may be able to hook me up on a Heine custom or two. Still debating if I should grab a couple of them or just one. I am leaning towards one copy. that'll be uncharacteristic of you not to get multiples Quote
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