Bolt Posted February 23, 2019 Share Posted February 23, 2019 (edited) 9 hours ago, spanner said: I made a new gun strap! Though this is only a prototype. Will need some refinements such as smaller rings. Initially wasn't sure about using the red colour strap but I think it suits Hikaru's Valkyrie nicely the more I look at it. If this gets enough positive vibes I might just start making more of them to sell.. what are you guys thoughts? Looks awesome ! Other colors would be cool! Edited February 23, 2019 by Bolt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xigfrid Posted February 23, 2019 Share Posted February 23, 2019 I would grab one for sure ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RED WOLF Posted February 23, 2019 Share Posted February 23, 2019 Finally got one! Second row far right (temporary arrangement as my second cabinet is in progress). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bolt Posted February 23, 2019 Share Posted February 23, 2019 I like the classic Megatron. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RED WOLF Posted February 23, 2019 Share Posted February 23, 2019 1 hour ago, Bolt said: I like the classic Megatron. MP36 is awesome. I cant wait for MP44 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nathans82 Posted February 24, 2019 Share Posted February 24, 2019 Hey Guys, I found this site with VF-1J, but have not used them before. It seems fishy as they have 2 version of the VF-1J on their site. One for 149, and another for 249. https://www.jpfigures.com/product/1-48-dx-chogokin-limited-edition-vf-1j-valkyrie-hikaru-ichijyo-type/ https://www.jpfigures.com/product/macross-vf-1j-valkyrie-ichijou-hikaru-machine-dx-chogokin-1-48-bandai/ Can someone tell me if this site is legit? I came late to the game, so it was either Nin-Nin or pay extra through Amazon Japan. But these sites looked too good to pass up on. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no3Ljm Posted February 24, 2019 Share Posted February 24, 2019 33 minutes ago, nathans82 said: Hey Guys, I found this site with VF-1J, but have not used them before. It seems fishy as they have 2 version of the VF-1J on their site. One for 149, and another for 249. https://www.jpfigures.com/product/1-48-dx-chogokin-limited-edition-vf-1j-valkyrie-hikaru-ichijyo-type/ https://www.jpfigures.com/product/macross-vf-1j-valkyrie-ichijou-hikaru-machine-dx-chogokin-1-48-bandai/ Can someone tell me if this site is legit? I came late to the game, so it was either Nin-Nin or pay extra through Amazon Japan. But these sites looked too good to pass up on. Thanks. On 1/17/2019 at 9:51 AM, ralliart209 said: just wanted to say dont order from jpfigures dot com. Placed an order on the 12th for the dx vf-1j and got a shipping notification a day after and email told me it will take 3-5 business days to show up on japanpost. Today it still hasnt showed up on japan post and i sent a email to them yesterday morning and still no response. Gonna have to contact paypal to get my money back. On 1/17/2019 at 10:31 AM, spacemanoeuvres said: Here’s a review of jpfigures Could not find a ton of info on them but the above is not promising. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alphahorizon Posted February 24, 2019 Share Posted February 24, 2019 https://myfigurecollection.net/blog/40714 I found this. I have never ordered from them. I do recall searchingfor the VF-1J myself about 1.5 months ago. What I read was enough for me to be weary and search elsewhere for one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no3Ljm Posted February 24, 2019 Share Posted February 24, 2019 (edited) On 2/4/2019 at 9:47 AM, ralliart209 said: Update on my order from JPfigures . Com. I sent 2 emails with no response so i did a claim on paypal and got a email from paypal today saying they ruled in my favor since they got no response from jpfigs and will get my money refunded. I posted on blacklist thread so yeah stay away from them. Sucks i didnt get my dx :/. Guess all i can do is wait for a reissue, havent had no luck finding a seller from amazonjp to ship to US, not gonna pay no more than 250 bucks for one.......... Edited February 24, 2019 by no3Ljm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alphahorizon Posted February 24, 2019 Share Posted February 24, 2019 Also, if I had been a little patient and waited there were a couple here that would have saved me 50 bucks. In all my purchases here i have had nothing but good people and quality service. Rune aka Alphahorizon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nathans82 Posted February 24, 2019 Share Posted February 24, 2019 Thank you guys so much for helping dodge the bullet!! Now to get it at a decent price or in a trade. I did put in the wanted threads. I've always had good interactions and purchases with people on here, so I always like to check with you all first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted February 24, 2019 Share Posted February 24, 2019 (edited) 7 hours ago, Xigfrid said: I would grab one for sure ! Sure thing, if you wanna send me a PM we'll discuss further. I think I'll only make a couple with what materials I have rather than trying to mass produce them. $10 USD shipped each will cover them. Edited February 24, 2019 by spanner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capedbaldy Posted February 24, 2019 Share Posted February 24, 2019 I can't wait to get this. Sold my last two Yamatos and this is def the VALK I want to own right now. Looks so much better on the shelf at that size. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter Posted February 25, 2019 Share Posted February 25, 2019 Saw this at the local second hand shop in Nagaoka......fuuuuuuuk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter Posted February 25, 2019 Share Posted February 25, 2019 They also had this: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
General Rasp Posted February 25, 2019 Share Posted February 25, 2019 Love the strap! It looks really good. I am super happy that I pre-ordered the VF-1J with the prices they are going for now. Definitely pre-ordering any future releases when they go up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Long Time Macross Fan Posted February 26, 2019 Share Posted February 26, 2019 17 hours ago, General Rasp said: Love the strap! It looks really good. I am super happy that I pre-ordered the VF-1J with the prices they are going for now. Definitely pre-ordering any future releases when they go up. Is there any word when the future releases will be? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spacemanoeuvres Posted February 26, 2019 Share Posted February 26, 2019 1 hour ago, Long Time Macross Fan said: Is there any word when the future releases will be? Not yet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capedbaldy Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 (edited) Having Starfire Jetfire as a kid.. this is the update/reboot I've always wanted. The feet and overall weight of the thing is kind of orgasmic. Yamatos were a great, precise engineering feat, but this feels like a deluxe Toy on every front. Dat nose cone though. So perfect. Edited February 28, 2019 by Capedbaldy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
borgified Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 Manda has another copy of the DX VF-1J available at 30k yen. https://order.mandarake.co.jp/order/detailPage/item?itemCode=1106458768&ref=list&dispCount=240&keyword=マクロス&lang=en Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tekering Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 10 hours ago, Capedbaldy said: Having Starfire as a kid.. this is the update/reboot I've always wanted. You mean Jetfire? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spacemanoeuvres Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 (edited) 21 minutes ago, tekering said: You mean Jetfire? Ah man, I remember playing with my copy of Jetfire until the shoulders disintegrated and the arms fell of lol Anyone remember this Autobot Air Guardian I saw on Twitter the other day Edited February 28, 2019 by spacemanoeuvres wrods Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenius Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 I took the arms off of two Jetfire toys. One my parents bought me and I adored. Then, after I broke it, I was able to trade some transformers to a friend for his Jetfire... until the arm eventually popped off that one also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beatsing Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 this vf1j that had the exclusive first release stand, then is there a regular release without the stand? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spacemanoeuvres Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 41 minutes ago, beatsing said: this vf1j that had the exclusive first release stand, then is there a regular release without the stand? No the exclusive first release is the only game in town (at the moment). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capedbaldy Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 4 hours ago, tekering said: You mean Jetfire? Oh yeah.. Starfire is teen titans. I just watched that show. lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beatsing Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 48 minutes ago, spacemanoeuvres said: No the exclusive first release is the only game in town (at the moment). Thanks. I thought it was like the Bandai Vader that had a first release bonus stand vs the regular that only had the figure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lockdown Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 On 2/22/2019 at 2:32 PM, F360 said: The dx vf-1j is heavy , it’s around 2600 grams with shipping box . So you should select EMS shipping . I cant log in since I forgot my password but shipping from most other stores will be around 5200 yen base on that weight . I see, mykombini charged me 2,595 yen for shipping... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lockdown Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 (edited) I got mine today in the mailbox! I can’t wait to open it! I’m so excited! Thank you Mykombini Edited March 1, 2019 by Lockdown Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lockdown Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 I want to know what do you guys think about the Macross: Do You Remember Love? 1/60 Complete Transformation VE-1 ELINT Seeker Premium Finish by Arcadia. I did preordered it, but I consider canceling it since I’m broke and it’s different scale from the only one I own. The only Macross that I own is he new DX VF-1J 1/48 and I haven’t opened it yet. Is mixing scale really bad? Should I wait and stick with the 1/48 scale only? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HardlyNever Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 17 minutes ago, Lockdown said: I want to know what do you guys think about the Macross: Do You Remember Love? 1/60 Complete Transformation VE-1 ELINT Seeker Premium Finish by Arcadia. I did preordered it, but I consider canceling it since I’m broke and it’s different scale from the only one I own. The only Macross that I own is he new DX VF-1J 1/48 and I haven’t opened it yet. Is mixing scale really bad? Should I wait and stick with the 1/48 scale only? Thanks It is essentially the same as the Yamato 1/60 VE-1, only with more tampo printing. So if you go look at existing reviews for the Yamato version, you'll have a good idea of what you'll be getting. As far as mixing scale goes, that is up to you. I collect 1/60 and HMR (1/100ish), and I have the DX 1/48. It doesn't bother me; I like them all, but some people only want one scale. What's "good" or "bad" is up to you entirely. I will say, if you really like the design of the VE-1, I doubt Bandai is going to make it in 1/48 scale (anything is possible, but I'd say it is unlikely), so 1/60 is your best bet any time soon. There is also a HMR VE-1 that is still readily available, if you want to go smaller for that particular design. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alphahorizon Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 18 minutes ago, Lockdown said: I want to know what do you guys think about the Macross: Do You Remember Love? 1/60 Complete Transformation VE-1 ELINT Seeker Premium Finish by Arcadia. I did preordered it, but I consider canceling it since I’m broke and it’s different scale from the only one I own. The only Macross that I own is he new DX VF-1J 1/48 and I haven’t opened it yet. Is mixing scale really bad? Should I wait and stick with the 1/48 scale only? Thanks @Lockdown I myself had to sell most of my Macross collection due to a messy divorce back in 2006. I was more then upset about it. I walked away from MW at that time because it hurt once I started to get back on my feet and saw that I might have been able to keep a few more things rather then selling them. Now that my children have become more independent and I am back in a place to start again, I to purchased the DX VF1J. This thing is amazing. The Delta collection seems amazing but I cannot at this time justify the costs. Maybe if some reissues happen I may reconsider. I myself decided to stay away from the Arcadia line. At least for now. I have been getting the HMR 1/100 Bandai line. I have to say, they are really fun! But just those 2 lines for me, for now. Always put your financial responsibilities first. If that purchase is going to cause you some difficulty, I would say save your money. Still haven't figured out how to get my old account back. Because it had been almost 13 years..maybe more. Neither here nor there though as I am happy to see MW still buzzing and teaming with life! Rune aka Alphahorizon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treatment Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 41 minutes ago, Lockdown said: I want to know what do you guys think about the Macross: Do You Remember Love? 1/60 Complete Transformation VE-1 ELINT Seeker Premium Finish by Arcadia. I did preordered it, but I consider canceling it since I’m broke and it’s different scale from the only one I own. The only Macross that I own is he new DX VF-1J 1/48 and I haven’t opened it yet. Is mixing scale really bad? Should I wait and stick with the 1/48 scale only? Thanks Well, you say you're broke. That should be the end of any discussion about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lockdown Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 41 minutes ago, HardlyNever said: It is essentially the same as the Yamato 1/60 VE-1, only with more tampo printing. So if you go look at existing reviews for the Yamato version, you'll have a good idea of what you'll be getting. As far as mixing scale goes, that is up to you. I collect 1/60 and HMR (1/100ish), and I have the DX 1/48. It doesn't bother me; I like them all, but some people only want one scale. What's "good" or "bad" is up to you entirely. I will say, if you really like the design of the VE-1, I doubt Bandai is going to make it in 1/48 scale (anything is possible, but I'd say it is unlikely), so 1/60 is your best bet any time soon. There is also a HMR VE-1 that is still readily available, if you want to go smaller for that particular design. Ok thank you, I appreciate the input. Is $227 USD, for a 1/60 scale with super/fast pack and armor/radar accessories, a reasonable price? I like the awkward design and the grey color of the VE-1. But the yamato VF-1J stealth (black edition) looks super cool and crazy expensive too lol! Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spacemanoeuvres Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 55 minutes ago, treatment said: Well, you say you're broke. That should be the end of any discussion about it. I wonder whatever happened to that guy who posted here that he had 20-30k in CC debt, needed a new truck for work among other things; and wanted to know if he should cancel his preorders for upcoming valks. I hope he got his finances in order. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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