Old Man Posted May 25, 2010 Posted May 25, 2010 I've already picked up every 1/48 VF-1 that I want (since I started 6 years ago), and I've decided to bite the bullet and start a 1/60 Valkyrie collection. I've heard many good things about the version 2 1/60's, and I'm finally admitting that it's the new standard, and if I want a more complete collection I need to start collecting the 1/60's. Which one should I pick up first? I'm planning on eventually getting most of the variants, so which ones are going to be harder to find down the road? Also, which variants should I avoid (for durability issues such as the weak shoulders)? Any insight or suggestions will be greatly appreciated. Quote
Mechapilot77 Posted May 25, 2010 Posted May 25, 2010 I've already picked up every 1/48 VF-1 that I want (since I started 6 years ago), and I've decided to bite the bullet and start a 1/60 Valkyrie collection. I've heard many good things about the version 2 1/60's, and I'm finally admitting that it's the new standard, and if I want a more complete collection I need to start collecting the 1/60's. Which one should I pick up first? I'm planning on eventually getting most of the variants, so which ones are going to be harder to find down the road? Also, which variants should I avoid (for durability issues such as the weak shoulders)? Any insight or suggestions will be greatly appreciated. http://www.anymoon.com/blog/ has a decent summary of the shoulder issue. Fwiw I have 3 with the bad shoulders but haven't had issues yet but I'm glad there is a fix available should they go bad. Which valk to buy first? Hlj lists the max and millia super valks as discontinued at the moment so perhaps there isn't another planned run anyttime soon? If I were you I'd either pick those up or preorder a tv Roy, and armored rerelease hikaru to get started. I already have a small squadron of valks but have those 2 on preorder too. Quote
Vi-RS Posted May 25, 2010 Posted May 25, 2010 http://www.anymoon.com/blog/ has a decent summary of the shoulder issue. Fwiw I have 3 with the bad shoulders but haven't had issues yet but I'm glad there is a fix available should they go bad. Which valk to buy first? Hlj lists the max and millia super valks as discontinued at the moment so perhaps there isn't another planned run anyttime soon? If I were you I'd either pick those up or preorder a tv Roy, and armored rerelease hikaru to get started. I already have a small squadron of valks but have those 2 on preorder too. When it comes to VF-1, you will always start with VE-1/VT-1 Max and Millia VF-1D GBP-1S Armors Vermillion Squadron VF-1S Quote
Ignacio Ocamica Posted May 25, 2010 Posted May 25, 2010 Get Hikaru's DYRL? VF-1S Strike first (the aniversary reissue with flashlight has the corrected shoulders)!!! I would then get Roy's VF-1S Low Viz (it's getting harder to find, it's sold out at many places). If money is not an issue, get them all Quote
eriku Posted May 25, 2010 Posted May 25, 2010 You should get the unpainted VF-1S. That way you can make it into whatever you want! On a completely unrelated note I have an unpainted VF-1S for sale. Quote
pondo Posted May 25, 2010 Posted May 25, 2010 I would get the hardest to come by ones first....as long as they have great shoulders. Maybe start with tv kakizaki. Or Max/Milia 1J Don't bother with a dyrl roy or a 1J hikaru until you're certain the shoulders will hold. Quote
Shin Densetsu Kai 7.0 Posted May 25, 2010 Posted May 25, 2010 A great way to start is with the VF-1S Strike Valkyrie Roy Focker Special Anniversary Plus Edition(comes with a penlight). Fixed shoulders, et al. Can't go wrong, it's the skull one with armor! Quote
BlueMax Posted May 25, 2010 Posted May 25, 2010 Get any one which is on sale prices, since you are pretty much starting on a clean slate. Quote
typhoon Posted May 25, 2010 Posted May 25, 2010 When it comes to VF-1, you will always start with VE-1/VT-1 Max and Millia VF-1D GBP-1S Armors Vermillion Squadron VF-1S I have to agree there, Vi-RS has all the bases covered. Pondo is spot on as well - TV kakizaki is really becoming difficult to find. You are going to love the 1/60's - enjoy!! Quote
Vostok 7 Posted May 25, 2010 Posted May 25, 2010 I love my VE-1 and VF-1D. Haven't gotten any single-seaters other than the unpainted kit VF-1S yet. Quote
valhary Posted May 26, 2010 Posted May 26, 2010 i say that better option is vf 1s max and if you do not convinced of the painting job my vote by the disarmed version for a total freedom of costumization Quote
miriya Posted May 26, 2010 Posted May 26, 2010 If I had the cash I would get the VE-1 and VT-1. Quote
Negotiator Posted May 26, 2010 Posted May 26, 2010 isn't the ve-1 hardet to find these days? I say get the one most iconic to you. Oh doesn't matter, you'll get vf-1 fever anyway Quote
Old Man Posted May 26, 2010 Author Posted May 26, 2010 isn't the ve-1 hardet to find these days? I say get the one most iconic to you. Oh doesn't matter, you'll get vf-1 fever anyway It's too late, I've had the fever for a while now. I've done some research and it looks like the VF-1A Max and Kakizaki Type TV Versions are the hardest to come by. I'm also really anxious to get a Vermillion Squadron together, and I'm not a huge fan of the DYRL Valkyries. How much is too much to pay for these versions? Quote
typhoon Posted May 26, 2010 Posted May 26, 2010 It's too late, I've had the fever for a while now. I've done some research and it looks like the VF-1A Max and Kakizaki Type TV Versions are the hardest to come by. I'm also really anxious to get a Vermillion Squadron together, and I'm not a huge fan of the DYRL Valkyries. How much is too much to pay for these versions? Vermillion squadron is a good starting point and they look great when you have them set up together. As for the price, well I waited too long for the Kakizaki and as a result I paid a slight premium at $120 shipped with a set of TV super parts. The max has been on sale at several key sellers like HLJ and Amiami. I think you can afford to shop around for the Max but when you see a Kakizaki I would jump on it. My only suggestion is don't hold out chasing a deal because you may miss out on your Vermillion squad. The 1/60 V2's can generally be bought for between 80-100 US not including shipping. If you time it right - when there is a sale you can score a real bargin. Even some of the free shipping deals can ease the pain. Having said that some of the sellers are listing TV Kakizaki as discontiuned so the price will no doubt start jumping as people chase it. Good Luck and I hope you enjoy them. Quote
FrameDragging Posted May 26, 2010 Posted May 26, 2010 It's too late, I've had the fever for a while now. I've done some research and it looks like the VF-1A Max and Kakizaki Type TV Versions are the hardest to come by. I'm also really anxious to get a Vermillion Squadron together, and I'm not a huge fan of the DYRL Valkyries. How much is too much to pay for these versions? Just received my first Valkyrie other than the Bandai "Chunky Monkey" cannon fodder 1A I spotted and immediately got in 2004. It's a Max VF-1A TV version. I got it from OverDrive, which has them in stock for $82. It was kinda tough to find that one. Too bad I won't be opening it for a week and a half. Made a promise to myself it'd wait till I'd finished some needed house cleaning and work. Incentive! Quote
Old Man Posted May 27, 2010 Author Posted May 27, 2010 Just received my first Valkyrie other than the Bandai "Chunky Monkey" cannon fodder 1A I spotted and immediately got in 2004. It's a Max VF-1A TV version. I got it from OverDrive, which has them in stock for $82. It was kinda tough to find that one. Too bad I won't be opening it for a week and a half. Made a promise to myself it'd wait till I'd finished some needed house cleaning and work. Incentive! Dude, you just saved me almost $50! Before I used your link I was searching on OverDrive, but it said the Max TV Version was sold out. I almost paid a hefty premium (and shipping cost) on eBay. Unfortunately, I had to pay the premium for the last Kakizaki TV Version I could find anywhere (on eBay). Oh well, I can't wait to see these 1/60s for the first time. Quote
Uxi Posted May 27, 2010 Posted May 27, 2010 (edited) my first v2 will probably be the TV Roy. Edited May 27, 2010 by Uxi Quote
FrameDragging Posted May 28, 2010 Posted May 28, 2010 Dude, you just saved me almost $50! Before I used your link I was searching on OverDrive, but it said the Max TV Version was sold out. I almost paid a hefty premium (and shipping cost) on eBay. Unfortunately, I had to pay the premium for the last Kakizaki TV Version I could find anywhere (on eBay). Oh well, I can't wait to see these 1/60s for the first time. Glad I could help! Quote
Old Man Posted June 3, 2010 Author Posted June 3, 2010 Anyone know where I can pick up a VF-1D Trainer at a fair price? Quote
Shin Densetsu Kai 7.0 Posted June 3, 2010 Posted June 3, 2010 Anyone know where I can pick up a VF-1D Trainer at a fair price? HKCOLLECTIBLES.Com and Angolz.com Quote
m0n5t3r Posted June 3, 2010 Posted June 3, 2010 (edited) yeah VF-1D... definitely iconic... will go perfectly w/ the upcoming 1S Roy TV ver. i finally had time to clean my valks and i decided to play around/transform my VF-1D... it's just awesome to own a v.2 ver. of it. I'd definitely buy a 2nd one if Yamato decides to re-issue it w/ the shoulder and crotch upgrades. EDIT - i saw some on ebay and amazon... not sure if you'd consider the prices "fair"... Edited June 3, 2010 by m0n5t3r Quote
Old Man Posted June 3, 2010 Author Posted June 3, 2010 HKCOLLECTIBLES.Com and Angolz.com Yeah, both those places are sold out of the VF-1D. Quote
nukatsuka Posted June 3, 2010 Posted June 3, 2010 What is the going price for a vf-1d anyway? Yeah, both those places are sold out of the VF-1D. Quote
logos Posted June 4, 2010 Posted June 4, 2010 (edited) I can't recommned the VE-1 (Elint) enough. It's very cool. After that I would say get one of the VF-1Ds and/or the VT-1. Once you have those get the low Vis (or any VF-1S) and add a strike package to it (or get one that comes with the strike package). IMO the strike package is cooler than the super parts. Finally if you are happy with what you have and have some cash left get a whatever valk that you want and buy the armored parts for it. FYI you can still buy a VF-1D Virgin Road and VT-1 at Overdrive and they are one sale as well. Edited June 4, 2010 by logos Quote
GU-11 Posted June 8, 2010 Posted June 8, 2010 Yeah, both those places are sold out of the VF-1D. The VF-1D is on "yellow" backordered status at HLJ. Quote
Ignacio Ocamica Posted June 8, 2010 Posted June 8, 2010 Any problem with VE-1 so far? Not with mine. Transformed it numerous times (like the VT-1 which has knurled pins). Rock solid, not a single flaw Quote
anime52k8 Posted June 9, 2010 Posted June 9, 2010 Any problem with VE-1 so far? the head on mine falls off a lot. Quote
MacrossJunkie Posted June 9, 2010 Posted June 9, 2010 Aren't all the VT-1's out there with the knurled pins and thus at risk of the exploding shoulder syndrome or did Yamato go back and fix later batches after they found out? I was considering getting the VT-1 the other day since the price at overdrive was pretty good, but I was afraid I would end up with one with bad shoulders if they all have the knurled pins. Quote
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