Ignacio Ocamica Posted September 27, 2011 Posted September 27, 2011 If you're only getting one, I'd go for the VF-1S. I didn't have to choose because I got them all Seriously, although they're a bit pricey, if you save here and there, you can buy multiples. Quote
Shaorin Posted September 27, 2011 Posted September 27, 2011 To me I get this feeling whenever I see pics of the VF-11C. It's basically a Space Shuttle turned variable fighter. you're right, come to think of it. i really need to get myself one of those. i mean, the old, infamous 1/72 VF-11B 1stEd. was my VERY FIRST YAMATO product, just abut ten years ago now, ant it really is about high-time i came full circle, and get myself blown away by just how far Yammie has progressed with that VF design... Quote
connor99 Posted September 27, 2011 Posted September 27, 2011 (edited) I would go for the 1S first, if you can't afford to get both at the same time. Nowadays that particular variant seems harder to find(for a fair price!) than the other and we have yet to hear about a reissue from YAMATO. Edited September 27, 2011 by connor99 Quote
ALEXD Posted September 27, 2011 Author Posted September 27, 2011 I cant seem to find a fixed version of the vf-1s only broken shoulder versions Quote
ff95gj Posted September 28, 2011 Posted September 28, 2011 I would go for the 1S first, if you can't afford to get both at the same time. Nowadays that particular variant seems harder to find(for a fair price!) than the other and we have yet to hear about a reissue from YAMATO. BTW, the TV VF-1S is going to be reissued in Oct. Quote
pud333 Posted September 28, 2011 Posted September 28, 2011 BTW, the TV VF-1S is going to be reissued in Oct. I'm hoping to snag another, hopefully HLJ will have another one of their Macross sales around then. I already have one, but I want one to open. See how silly this hobby is? Quote
Shin Densetsu Kai 7.0 Posted September 28, 2011 Posted September 28, 2011 BTW, the TV VF-1S is going to be reissued in Oct. Any others being reissued? Quote
Xx-SKULL-ONE-xX Posted September 28, 2011 Posted September 28, 2011 Yeah, any others? (looking at you M&M) Quote
ff95gj Posted September 28, 2011 Posted September 28, 2011 I don't know... I read about the reissue here: http://www.yamato-toys.com/after/index.html it's not on their schedule though. Quote
Shin Densetsu Kai 7.0 Posted September 28, 2011 Posted September 28, 2011 I don't know... I read about the reissue here: http://www.yamato-toys.com/after/index.html it's not on their schedule though. Wait it says 2010 Quote
ff95gj Posted September 28, 2011 Posted September 28, 2011 Wait it says 2010 OH DAMN. I am wrong. Sorry to give out false hope to everyone. Sorry all... Quote
connor99 Posted September 28, 2011 Posted September 28, 2011 (edited) Nice! I'll finally get a chance to pick up a SUPER VF-1S in 1/60 scale! Already got the FP's, just need the valk! Thanks, ff95gj! Edited September 28, 2011 by connor99 Quote
pud333 Posted September 28, 2011 Posted September 28, 2011 I know it hasn't been said yet officially, but I would wager on a rerelease for sure during the 30th anniversary, in one form or another. Seriously, Yamato likes money, and I still need so many valks. Yamato needs to take my money. Quote
pud333 Posted September 29, 2011 Posted September 29, 2011 Dont know if this was mentioned yet, or if this even matters to you, but if you are picky about the shade of white on your valk, there is a difference. The DYRL? releases are a creamy white, while the TV releases are white-white. The TV relase is closer to the white that jetfire is. I guess on it's own you won't notice it, but side by side, you will. Quote
ALEXD Posted September 29, 2011 Author Posted September 29, 2011 Thanks but i have heard of it. And I am ok if its not like jetfire white because i love macross as much as g1 Quote
VF-18S Hornet Posted September 29, 2011 Posted September 29, 2011 that remindsme I gotta put the armor back on my Hikaru 1J, it has been months since I last had it on. Quote
CF18 Posted September 29, 2011 Posted September 29, 2011 OH DAMN. I am wrong. Sorry to give out false hope to everyone. Sorry all... Well it is coming anyway (Oct restock): http://www.hlj.com/product/YMT00195 Quote
ALEXD Posted September 29, 2011 Author Posted September 29, 2011 Well I am hapy for you guys to get your fockers, Now i must wait, how much time does it usually take for a restock on hlj? Quote
ff95gj Posted September 30, 2011 Posted September 30, 2011 I am happy that it happens to be re-stocking! With discount too! Quote
Uxi Posted September 30, 2011 Posted September 30, 2011 I would choose the Hikaru VF-1S myself. Jetfire... All the coolness of Roy and the hero of DYRL. Quote
1/1 LowViz Lurker Posted October 1, 2011 Posted October 1, 2011 (edited) tv roy is my fave tv series valk. The thing about his plane is that technically it is also hikaru's after roy's death to the female zentradi grunts so it probably has a lot more history than the 1J which I think is overhyped just because you see it in the intro of SDFM tv series opening all the time doing its stupid 360 degree "spin of gunpod death" move before going into the pose to show off its ablity to guard the bridge of the sdf-1. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M3izRIqNKzE Was it really necessary for hikaru to spaz out like that so close to the bridge crew? Somebody on the human side could have been killed with that kind of crazy shooting. (honestly so immature and reckless of hikaru ) TV series Roy is also the canon Roy since he could not have existed when DYRL war movie was created using actors to play as him. (they must have used the zentradi cloning technology to get authentic looking actors and then killed them after the movie was done lol) People here I've noticed always comment that the 1S head looks out of place on the valkrie (maybe its too big and chunky?) but to me it has a more heroic feel to it. Having a more sporty curved shape can only be good for a sleek fighter, and that to me is why it has more appeal over the 1J. Yes 1J is hikaru's plane for a long time, but we all know hikaru is in his prime when he sits in the cockpit of the 1S equiped with super pack. (not the ugly red striped version in DYRL with the color-coded skull squadron heatshield; which is probably just any old vf-1. No, I mean the original skull leader from the actual war itself with the proper black and white skull and crossbones heatshield) Edit: Oh if you can only get one other tv series valk: I would recommend 1D. Yamato: reissue new ones please. Preferably with free side parts you tight-asses. Edited October 1, 2011 by 1/1 LowViz Lurker Quote
myk Posted October 1, 2011 Posted October 1, 2011 Well it is coming anyway (Oct restock): http://www.hlj.com/product/YMT00195 Holy Gerwalks, thanks for posting that. I never got to pick up a 1S Roy in ANY scale and here's my chance! Quote
ALEXD Posted October 1, 2011 Author Posted October 1, 2011 Well when I get him the s or j I will put pics here I think maybe the s because I need a jetfire also in my collection but don't want to pay 100 for a henkei instead of 40 Quote
ALEXD Posted October 1, 2011 Author Posted October 1, 2011 and I find the black and red fins with the skull is sexy and red and black is my favorite color Quote
1/1 LowViz Lurker Posted October 2, 2011 Posted October 2, 2011 (edited) You'd like the sv-51 ivanov from macross zero. Too bad it's not easy to find anymore though. Edited October 2, 2011 by 1/1 LowViz Lurker Quote
myk Posted October 2, 2011 Posted October 2, 2011 (edited) Dammit I always wanted one of those too. Ah well... Well it is coming anyway (Oct restock): http://www.hlj.com/product/YMT00195 I'm not familiar with HLJ, does their site mean that the 1/60 'S is back in stock? Also, what other alternatives do we have when it comes to buying these things-I haven't bought a 'Valk since the debut of the 1/60 '21 & '19... Edited October 2, 2011 by myk Quote
ALEXD Posted October 2, 2011 Author Posted October 2, 2011 You'd like the sv-51 ivanov from macross zero. Too bad it's not easy to find anymore though. Awesome Quote
Chowser Posted October 2, 2011 Posted October 2, 2011 Dammit I always wanted one of those too. Ah well... I'm not familiar with HLJ, does their site mean that the 1/60 'S is back in stock? Also, what other alternatives do we have when it comes to buying these things-I haven't bought a 'Valk since the debut of the 1/60 '21 & '19... It means their supplier indicated it might be back in stock this month. I just ordered it from there. They will not charge me until it is ready to ship. I have no idea if I can cancel it if I end up sourcing one locally. Quote
pud333 Posted October 2, 2011 Posted October 2, 2011 It means their supplier indicated it might be back in stock this month. I just ordered it from there. They will not charge me until it is ready to ship. I have no idea if I can cancel it if I end up sourcing one locally. It's easy to cancel a preorder. Just go into your account and into Open order details. You should be able to cancel it. Quote
1/1 LowViz Lurker Posted October 2, 2011 Posted October 2, 2011 (edited) HLJ have been pretty reliable for me. But I have heard they take a while to send things. I always tell them "not to combine my shipping with anything else" and to "send immediately when the item is ready to be sent". Sometimes they'll do this thing where they ship only after they are 100% sure you will not add anything to your shopping cart at the very last moment while on the website, just as a way to save money by trying to cram as many items into a single order. (like it is assumed by default you want to buy more than one thing so they won't process your order until they have to) They want to use up as much space in a box as possible I suppose.. The ability of them to understand english helps because at least you know they will be able to respond to the emails you send lol. Edited October 2, 2011 by 1/1 LowViz Lurker Quote
Reïvaj Posted October 3, 2011 Posted October 3, 2011 HLJ have been pretty reliable for me. But I have heard they take a while to send things. I always tell them "not to combine my shipping with anything else" and to "send immediately when the item is ready to be sent". Sometimes they'll do this thing where they ship only after they are 100% sure you will not add anything to your shopping cart at the very last moment while on the website, just as a way to save money by trying to cram as many items into a single order. (like it is assumed by default you want to buy more than one thing so they won't process your order until they have to) They want to use up as much space in a box as possible I suppose.. The ability of them to understand english helps because at least you know they will be able to respond to the emails you send lol. Combining shipping is a way to save YOU money, they only save some time and handling. Quote
valhary Posted October 6, 2011 Posted October 6, 2011 restock is ready http://www.angolz.com/store/anime-figure/action-figure/1-60-macross-do-you-remember-love-vf-1s-hikaru-ichijo.html Quote
ALEXD Posted October 7, 2011 Author Posted October 7, 2011 Thanks but i dont think thats the fixed version Quote
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