bztheman Posted February 9, 2010 Posted February 9, 2010 I browsed through the forums for an answer to this but to no avail What are the differences between the April/May 2010 Re-release (third release) of the VF-0S, and the old "VF-0S w/Ghost Booster" combo? As far as I know, the old Ghost Booster combo had no mechanical issues, and they already fixed the original VF-0S with the second release. So..why the third release? Should I wait for it, or just buy the old Ghost Booster package? Thanks in advance Quote
Shin Densetsu Kai 7.0 Posted February 9, 2010 Posted February 9, 2010 (edited) So..why the third release? Should I wait for it, or just buy the old Ghost Booster package? Thanks in advance People who missed out still want it, that's why. The Ghost Booster release was just a 1 time release, and stock on the reissue of the standalone 0S didn't last very long IIRC. Up until the announcement of the reissue, the 0S also commanded high prices on the secondary market too. It's simply a release that many of us passed over due to qc concerns, and either missed out on the fixed release with Ghost or didn't want to have the bundle to get the fixed 0S, and missed out on the 2nd standalone release. It hasn't been in stock in a while and has been in demand, so it's ample time now to reissue it; especially the 0A whose only "fixed" release was the Shin bundle but only 50% were reportedly of the "fixed" variety. Edited February 9, 2010 by Shin Densetsu Kai 7.0 Quote
geepogi Posted February 9, 2010 Posted February 9, 2010 (edited) How about the sagging issue, where there is a gap just after the cockpit, when the plane is not on it's landing gear? Has this been resolved? I hope they put something on the box to indicate that this is a re-issue. Edited February 9, 2010 by geepogi Quote
Agent-GHQ Posted February 9, 2010 Posted February 9, 2010 Glad I hold off on these Mac Zero line. I hope the combo pack is no more than $200-!! Quote
nightmareB4macross Posted February 9, 2010 Posted February 9, 2010 Well there really is two ways to look at this... 1. Yamato could be re-issuing a third edition of the VF-0S/A with all problems (hopefully) omitted. OR *2. (Eventhough it's been quite a while), these could just be leftover stock from the first and second editions. The only way to know is wait for peoples reviews on this latest installment. Once you have all the facts in hand, then it would be safe for you to make a very well informed decision. Also, you might want to contact Graham and see if he can give you more insight on this. *Just a thought, as this is what recently occured with V.2 VF-1J/GBP-1S combo pack fiasco. Quote
valhary Posted February 9, 2010 Posted February 9, 2010 the only thing that wait is that finally yamato will make the reactive armor Quote
505thAirborne Posted February 9, 2010 Posted February 9, 2010 I'll wait for reviews, I really want a VF-0S and definitely another 0A, but not til we know for sure the Shoulders are fixed. To much cash for a faulty toy. Quote
anubis20 Posted February 9, 2010 Posted February 9, 2010 im definitely buying the 0S, I missed out the last time. Quote
bztheman Posted February 9, 2010 Author Posted February 9, 2010 It's simply a release that many of us passed over due to qc concerns, and either missed out on the fixed release with Ghost or didn't want to have the bundle to get the fixed 0S, and missed out on the 2nd standalone release. That's what I figured. I was worried because I thought there would be major aesthetic improvements to the 3rd VF-0S release, but it doesn't look that way. There are still Ghost bundles available here and there I think...so I'll probably go for one of those instead of waiting for a near-identical re-re-release! Thanks for the help. Also, you might want to contact Graham and see if he can give you more insight on this. I'll give that a try, thanks for your reply Off-topic: Has anyone purchased from this HK website? Their prices seem cheaper than HLJ. Not sure if they're reliable... http://www.hkcollectibles.com/ Quote
bouncing boy77 Posted February 9, 2010 Posted February 9, 2010 Off-topic: Has anyone purchased from this HK website? Their prices seem cheaper than HLJ. Not sure if they're reliable... http://www.hkcollectibles.com/ they're legit man. the owner of that store is also a member here under that username, hkcollectibles. Quote
Uxi Posted February 9, 2010 Posted February 9, 2010 I'll wait for a review. If it's really fixed, I'll get my first Zero valk. Otherwise, not. Quote
505thAirborne Posted February 9, 2010 Posted February 9, 2010 I'll wait for a review. If it's really fixed, I'll get my first Zero valk. Otherwise, not. For sure! If it is a sure fix, you'll be amazed by these toys. I have 2 0A's, one a loss and sits in the box, the other I was able to fix and is safe on Display. Cause I'll be getting my 1st VF-0S! Quote
bztheman Posted February 9, 2010 Author Posted February 9, 2010 they're legit man. the owner of that store is also a member here under that username, hkcollectibles. Oh sweet! Thanks. And no offense to hkcollectibles if he reads this... I was just being cautious! Quote
ruskiiVFaussie Posted February 10, 2010 Posted February 10, 2010 (edited) Can't we get some confirmation from Yamato for once, instead of asking for it. Graham didn't know about this 3rd run? Meanwhile i'll be posing my flawless 0S, hope you guys that don't have one finally get to. Edited February 10, 2010 by ruskiiVFaussie Quote
hoju71 Posted February 21, 2010 Posted February 21, 2010 Will they be releasing the Ghost as well? I have looked online and can only seem to find the A not the B ghost for my OS. Quote
Kicker773 Posted February 21, 2010 Posted February 21, 2010 So its called a phoenix? or is there a new valk? I'm lost. lol Quote
bztheman Posted February 21, 2010 Author Posted February 21, 2010 So its called a phoenix? or is there a new valk? I'm lost. lol It's called the Phoenix, there is no new valk! Quote
505thAirborne Posted February 21, 2010 Posted February 21, 2010 So its called a phoenix? or is there a new valk? I'm lost. lol Yep, the VF-0S/A is called the PHOENIX, just like the VF-1 Valkyrie or the VF-25 Messiah, VF-11B Thunderbolt, etc. Quote
Kicker773 Posted February 21, 2010 Posted February 21, 2010 Thanks i always just knew them on their numbers.. =) Quote
Soundwave.ca Posted February 21, 2010 Posted February 21, 2010 Yeah I paid MSRP for an opened 0S so he commands a huge secondary market price. Glad I got the ghost booster though, was originally going to pass on it. Still glad there doing a reissue though even though I bought an opened one, I might spring for a second one to display in robot mode and I want to pick up a 0A as well so it's all good. I just hope the QC on these is solid though considering the history of this figure. Quote
thegunny Posted February 21, 2010 Posted February 21, 2010 Off-topic: Has anyone purchased from this HK website? Their prices seem cheaper than HLJ. Not sure if they're reliable... http://www.hkcollectibles.com/ Plenty of places are heaps cheaper than HLJ just look around and yes hkcollectibles are reliable. More so than HLJ IMHO. Quote
mildred Posted February 26, 2010 Posted February 26, 2010 Plenty of places are heaps cheaper than HLJ just look around and yes hkcollectibles are reliable. More so than HLJ IMHO. still off topic but are hkcollectibles willing to declare a lower value for customs declaration? Quote
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