Big s Posted July 8, 2016 Posted July 8, 2016 I was a little excited when I heard that the universal unit series2 will have a zeta gundam, then I was more excited to hear that there are 2 c plus variants and now I'm super excited about the hygog and zgock e especially since I don't remember a non deformed hygog poseable figure ever being made. Quote
F360 Posted July 10, 2016 Posted July 10, 2016 (edited) Ok, so I've finally received my 2 MB SF WOL Option sets, the shipping box was huge (19 x 17 x 16 inches). It's just like all the photos you have already seen here and elsewhere. But what's extra this time is 8 corner spacers inside the Tamashii WE box. They really want that Display cover Sleeve to be in excellent condition. The space holder White Box is just a empty white box. Edited July 10, 2016 by F360 Quote
Loop Posted July 10, 2016 Posted July 10, 2016 (edited) Maybe they are going to release a Complete set in the future and reuse the sleeve. Even if they do, I still think they should have had separate boxes designed for both. I was able to secure one of the Metal build Destiny full sets and the picture shows a box like the WOL option parts box. As far as I know they have not offered the full set for the Strike freedom yet, but they show the WOL box next to the full set for the Destiny Gundam. My guess is they will announce it sooner or later. Edited July 10, 2016 by Loop Quote
areaseven Posted July 11, 2016 Posted July 11, 2016 (edited) Damn, now that's how figures should be packaged. Edited July 11, 2016 by areaseven Quote
F360 Posted July 21, 2016 Posted July 21, 2016 BANDAI 2016年12月發售: METAL BUILD 1/100 Series Gundam Astray Blue Frame (Full Weapon裝備) 23,000Yen From tag hobby http://www.taghobby.com/1-0/1-1/不斷更新-figure王-222號-內容-bandai-玩具消息/ Quote
Aye Aye Posted July 22, 2016 Posted July 22, 2016 Ok, so I've finally received my 2 MB SF WOL Option sets, the shipping box was huge (19 x 17 x 16 inches). It's just like all the photos you have already seen here and elsewhere. But what's extra this time is 8 corner spacers inside the Tamashii WE box. IMG_0824.JPG They really want that Display cover Sleeve to be in excellent condition. The space holder White Box is just a empty white box. Yep, my order came in as well...actually it was a box full of WoL because it also contained the p-bandai WoL for my MG V2 ver.ka....really surprised how huge the MB Strike Freedom WoL is...its huge. I guess give them credit for keeping the box in good shape??? I guess I'd rather it be in good condition than all smashed/bent cornered up. Quote
Aye Aye Posted July 22, 2016 Posted July 22, 2016 BANDAI 2016年12月發售: METAL BUILD 1/100 Series Gundam Astray Blue Frame (Full Weapon裝備) 23,000Yen From tag hobby http://www.taghobby.com/1-0/1-1/不斷更新-figure王-222號-內容-bandai-玩具消息/ I'll take another MB any day, but we all knew this one was coming. I am hoping with the Astray series sort of taken care of Bandai will begin adding some newer designs to the MB lineup. Will be picking this up just the same though... Quote
slaginpit Posted July 22, 2016 Posted July 22, 2016 Sheeaaat I really missed out on that Robot Spirits EX-S. Dam BBTS didnt even give me an alert like they normally do. Quote
slaginpit Posted July 22, 2016 Posted July 22, 2016 just to add about the ongoing bullshit with Tamishii Bandai stuff Thanks to sil80jdm I was able to get the Metal Build Strike Freedom. (in transit and fingers crossed CP doesnt go on strike) and then the Red Frame. But a friend travelled to Japan looking for the SF for me. Basically the shops say they really dont give a crap that they dont ship overseas. Its not about profit. Its more about building something of quality. And short runs dont really bother them. God Bless Chinese 3rd Party Mo SHow doing gundams. Dont care eh. Yeah lets see when people start buying better build Metal Gundams with more features and better pricing. ..HA! but still I was lucky to get the SF and Red Frame. And dammit I could not get the Fastpack for the RF unless I want to spend the same money I spent on the actual figure. Quote
F360 Posted July 26, 2016 Posted July 26, 2016 Metal build blue frame page is up on tamashii website , The blue feels a bit too light , but could be just the bright lighting . http://tamashii.jp/special/metalbuild/astray/blue/ Quote
F360 Posted July 26, 2016 Posted July 26, 2016 (edited) No word on that yet , Technically it's a repaint with extras , so it's more likely that it's a web exclusive. But since they show other option sets for blu frame and red frame a couple of times ., it could very well be a standard release . They'll just release the options sets as web exclusive. That way they won't have a shortage problem like the MB red frame striker pack. I prefer standard release because it cost less due to preorder discounts and there's more stores selling them in Japan and USA . Maybe the preorder will start on 08-01-16 just like the DX Vf-31 Edited July 26, 2016 by F360 Quote
chyll2 Posted July 26, 2016 Posted July 26, 2016 If they will release the option sets as web exclusive, I will get them for my MGs, I am a really fan of those Bazooka/Recoilless Rifle. Yeah, for Gundam stuff, normal release is better since retailer around the globe gets allocation unlike Macross, only the stores in Japan gets them (hence, web exclusive is better for Macross) Quote
Scyla Posted July 26, 2016 Posted July 26, 2016 I really want a Blue Frame to complete my three Frames Metal Build collection but I would prefer a different version... but I rather have this one than no Blue Frame at all... decisions decisions. When is the next Bandai collector toy event in Japan with the possible announcement of the next Metal Build Blue Frame release? ;P Quote
eggy99 Posted July 26, 2016 Posted July 26, 2016 C'mon Bandai. You know we just want Blue Frame Second L. BIG SWOOOOORD! Quote
Loop Posted July 30, 2016 Posted July 30, 2016 When does the Blue frame open up for pre-orders? Quote
F360 Posted July 30, 2016 Posted July 30, 2016 (edited) When does the Blue frame open up for pre-orders? It's confirmed to be 08-01-16 JST 1600 . Normal release so Yes to preorder discount. SAME as VF-31J http://tamashii.jp/item_announced/ Edited July 30, 2016 by F360 Quote
Loop Posted July 31, 2016 Posted July 31, 2016 I may just have to pick this one up via one of the US sellers if I miss out due to Delta Fever. Quote
F360 Posted July 31, 2016 Posted July 31, 2016 yeah, the priority will be the DX VF-31 for me too since there's no USA distribution option for Macross stuff. But I'm pretty sure we will be able to place a order in for the Metal build if we are already up for the vf-31. http://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10406480 Quote
Loop Posted July 31, 2016 Posted July 31, 2016 I'm hanging in there! What ever happened David? I have not seen him around and when I checked my past PM's, it shows his username as Deleted Member. Quote
F360 Posted August 1, 2016 Posted August 1, 2016 not really sure, maybe he had some personal reasons. But if it show Deleted Member then atleast we can assume he's not MIA. Quote
seti88 Posted August 1, 2016 Posted August 1, 2016 He had an outburst over something before in the toys thread and I thk that was the last I heard of him..early this year I thk... Quote
Kanedas Bike Posted August 1, 2016 Posted August 1, 2016 I'm hanging in there! What ever happened David? I have not seen him around and when I checked my past PM's, it shows his username as Deleted Member. not really sure, maybe he had some personal reasons. But if it show Deleted Member then atleast we can assume he's not MIA. He had an outburst over something before in the toys thread and I thk that was the last I heard of him..early this year I thk... Going for (1) or (2) of the Metal Build Blue Frame - while I was never really in love with the Red Frame, this one actually appeals to me. And re: David, he left on his own terms a little bit ago but still lurks every now and again. -b. Quote
Loop Posted August 1, 2016 Posted August 1, 2016 The wheels just keep spinning @ HLJ, got my VF-31 though. Quote
Scyla Posted August 1, 2016 Posted August 1, 2016 The wheels just keep spinning @ HLJ, got my VF-31 though. Why HLJ I just try to throw money in your face. Oh well time to stop and go to work. I'll wait for the BBTS preorder. Quote
Kanedas Bike Posted August 1, 2016 Posted August 1, 2016 Got 1 at HLJ, cart-jacked at Hobby Search, missed AmiAmi and N-Y. I'll grab one domestically too, not too worried about the Metal Build. -b. Quote
ErikElvis Posted August 1, 2016 Posted August 1, 2016 After 30 mins of trying to get hlj to go through it now went to order stop. I'll just get it at bbts. Quote
Loop Posted August 1, 2016 Posted August 1, 2016 I saw it go order stop too, but I tried it again with the one that showed it was in my cart and it still sent a confirmation e-mail. I might just grab one at BBTS as a backup in case something went awry. Quote
F360 Posted August 1, 2016 Posted August 1, 2016 Yeah, if you missed it, you will still be able to get it domestically unlike Macross stuff. Quote
Golden Arms Posted August 1, 2016 Posted August 1, 2016 (edited) My order went through, but I haven't seen an email confirmation yet. Update, I seen it in my account from hlj. Successful early morning. Edited August 1, 2016 by Golden Arms Quote
chyll2 Posted August 1, 2016 Posted August 1, 2016 Yeah, if you missed it, you will still be able to get it domestically unlike Macross stuff. this. Unless the item we are talking about is a limited release item. Everything else, you can easily get allocation from local stores. Quote
Scyla Posted August 1, 2016 Posted August 1, 2016 (edited) When I got home after work the Metal Build Blue Frame was still sitting in my HLJ cart. I decided to order it and I got a confirmation mail. While I'm not to worried on missing out for the Metal Build this is a warning sign for the VF-31J I ordered this morning and got a confirmation mail at 16:05 JST. Edited August 1, 2016 by Scyla Quote
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