Frenchmeister Posted February 2, 2019 Posted February 2, 2019 (edited) Hello all. A while back I picked up the YF-19 and VF-1S/A 1/48 Strike Super Valkyrie Hasegawa models and have been slowly amassing the parts/paints/supplies needed to build them. I already purchased what PE parts I could find (Hasegawa 65793 for the VF-1S/A and 65794 for the YF-19). But I can't seem to find any source for the Jasmine Model 1/48 PE sheets. They seem to be eternally out of stock on the Jasmine website. Does anyone here have any spare sheets of the following Jasmine Model PE sheets that they would be willing to sell? Or know of a place that still has them in stock? 2480001 - 1/48 MACROSS PLUS YF-19 for Hasegawa 2480003 - 1/48 MACROSS VF-1S/A Skull Squadron for Hasegawa 2480004 - PE Intake cover parts for 1/48 MACROSS VF-1 Thanks in advance for anyone who can help me out in finding a source for these! Edited May 21, 2021 by Frenchmeister Quote
vincemoto7 Posted February 3, 2019 Posted February 3, 2019 There was a petition for these a few years back but it looks like we didn't get the numbers Jasmine had wanted to start a run. I wonder why Jasmine stopped producing their VF-1 PE sets, IMO I think they look better than the one Hasegawa puts out, maybe they got in trouble Quote
Return To Kit Form Posted February 3, 2019 Posted February 3, 2019 (edited) There was a thread rolling around on the boards here somewhere regarding an all PE VF-1 Skeleton that Hasegawa displayed at one of the trade shows. Someone threw some shade at Jasmine for ripping off the design for the Jasmine 1/72 scale cutaway VF-1. But it turns out that Jasmine designed the Hasegawa display item. Hasegawa decided to not pursue the design so Jasmine released it. It could be that there is some understanding between Jasmine and Hasegawa regarding competing products since Hase sell their own PE. This is all conjecture of course. At one point I considered fronting for an entire run and selling them here but that will have to come later. Cheers, Brett Edited February 3, 2019 by Return To Kit Form Quote
tekering Posted February 4, 2019 Posted February 4, 2019 Lazy, obfuscating acronyms are destroying our ability to communicate. On 2/3/2019 at 7:09 AM, Frenchmeister said: Does anyone here have any spare sheets of the following Jasmine Model PE sheets that they would be willing to sell? I've got some PE sheets for sale... ...but I don't think that's what you mean. Wikipedia suggests over 50 common uses of the abbreviation "PE." "Photo-etched" is not among them. Sorry for the rant, it's a pet peeve of mine. Quote
Return To Kit Form Posted February 6, 2019 Posted February 6, 2019 (edited) Your head would explode in the military. -Brett Edited February 6, 2019 by Return To Kit Form Quote
Frenchmeister Posted February 8, 2019 Author Posted February 8, 2019 On 2/3/2019 at 10:22 PM, tekering said: Lazy, obfuscating acronyms are destroying our ability to communicate. I've got some PE sheets for sale... ...but I don't think that's what you mean. Wikipedia suggests over 50 common uses of the abbreviation "PE." "Photo-etched" is not among them. Sorry for the rant, it's a pet peeve of mine. Well, since I posted in the "Model kits" section of the MW Forums (yes, I'm using another acronym) and everybody else who posted here (including yourself) knew exactly what I was referring to, I fail to see the problem. I might suggest that if my totally appropriate use of an acronym was enough to trigger you into creating that entirely unnecessary OT post, you might need to step away from the computer for awhile. Quote
Frenchmeister Posted February 8, 2019 Author Posted February 8, 2019 On 2/3/2019 at 5:05 AM, Return To Kit Form said: There was a thread rolling around on the boards here somewhere regarding an all PE VF-1 Skeleton that Hasegawa displayed at one of the trade shows. Someone threw some shade at Jasmine for ripping off the design for the Jasmine 1/72 scale cutaway VF-1. But it turns out that Jasmine designed the Hasegawa display item. Hasegawa decided to not pursue the design so Jasmine released it. It could be that there is some understanding between Jasmine and Hasegawa regarding competing products since Hase sell their own PE. This is all conjecture of course. At one point I considered fronting for an entire run and selling them here but that will have to come later. Cheers, Brett Looking at the PE sheets made by both Hasegawa and Jasmine, I really can't understand how they could be in competition with each other. There might be a couple pieces that would be applied to the same areas, but the vast majority appear to be unique to each manufacturer. Quote
kajnrig Posted February 9, 2019 Posted February 9, 2019 20 hours ago, Frenchmeister said: Well, since I posted in the "Model kits" section of the MW Forums (yes, I'm using another acronym) and everybody else who posted here (including yourself) knew exactly what I was referring to, I fail to see the problem. I might suggest that if my totally appropriate use of an acronym was enough to trigger you into creating that entirely unnecessary OT post, you might need to step away from the computer for awhile. I thought for half a second that you might have been referring to polyethylene, ie the plastic used for polycaps in articulated model kits, so it's not surprising that others would be confused as well. I thought at first you were talking about maybe a conversion kit or something to make transformable VFs out of these kits. Quote
Frenchmeister Posted February 11, 2019 Author Posted February 11, 2019 (edited) I figured that if the description "PE" was good enough for Jasmine Model to use to describe their parts, it was good enough for me. Quote 248001 PE upgrade parts for Hasegawa 1/48 MACROSS PLUS YF-19 248002 PE upgrade parts for Hasegawa 1/48 MACROSS VF-1A/J 248003 PE upgrade parts for Hasegawa 1/48 MACROSS VF-1S/A Skull Squadron 248004 PE Intake cover parts for 1/48 MACROSS VF-1 Jasmine Model - 1/48 Variable Fighters detailing parts Edited February 11, 2019 by Frenchmeister Quote
Frenchmeister Posted February 11, 2019 Author Posted February 11, 2019 (edited) Are there any other upgrade sources for either the Hasegawa 1/48 YF-19 or 1/48 Strike Super Valkyrie than the Hasegawa or Jasmine Model PE sheets? I already also picked up the 1/48 Hasegawa VF-1 Valkyrie Weapon Set. There are a couple of great photo tutorials available online of how to assemble/paint these two models, which will be of great help. But I intend to purchase everything I need prior to even starting so that I have a clear plan in mind. So any hints or links to other upgrade parts (PE or otherwise) would be greatly appreciated. Edited February 11, 2019 by Frenchmeister Quote
Frenchmeister Posted February 15, 2019 Author Posted February 15, 2019 (edited) Just found (and ordered) a 1/48 full color VF-1A cockpit PE upgrade kit. And since I'm already posting this, I'll include the information/pics of the other PE upgrades I've found so far in case someone else is looking for them. The Dream Model and Hasegawa PE sheets you can just Google to find where to buy them. I think I got both on Ebay. The Jasmine Model sheets currently aren't available. If anyone has extras or knows where to get some, please drop me a PM. Given the amount of detail they would add, there's no way I can even start my builds without them. Edit - The Jasmine Model upgrade sheets are now being offered again for the first time in over ten years! Dreammodel 1/48 48026 Color PE Macross VF-1A Cockpit Detail Update for Hasegawa - CLICK TO CHECK EBAY AVAILABILITY Hasegawa Macross 65793 Photo Etched Parts for VF-1 VALKYRIE 1/48 scale - CLICK TO CHECK EBAY AVAILABILITY Jasmine Model - 248001 PE Upgrade parts for Hasegawa 1/48 Macross Plus YF-19 - CLICK TO CHECK EBAY AVAILABILITY Jasmine Model 248002 - PE upgrade parts for Hasegawa 1/48 MACROSS VF-1A/J - CLICK TO CHECK EBAY AVAILABILITY Jasmine Model 248003 - PE upgrade parts for Hasegawa 1/48 MACROSS VF-1S/A - CLICK TO CHECK EBAY AVAILABILITY Jasmine Model - 248004 PE Intake cover parts for 1/48 MACROSS VF-1 - CLICK TO CHECK EBAY AVAILABILITY There are also PE upgrade sheets for 1/72 scale VF-1, VF-11, YF/VF-19 and VF-25 models available from the same seller! Jasmine Studio Ebay Hobby Store Edited May 22, 2021 by Frenchmeister Quote
Rock Posted February 17, 2019 Posted February 17, 2019 On 2/15/2019 at 12:33 AM, Frenchmeister said: Just found (and ordered) a 1/48 full color VF-1A cockpit PE upgrade kit. And since I'm already posting this, I'll include the information/pics of the other PE upgrades I've found so far in case someone else is looking for them. The Dream Model and Hasegawa PE sheets you can just Google to find where to buy them. I think I got both on Ebay. The Jasmine Model sheets currently aren't available. If anyone has extras or knows where to get some, please drop me a PM. Given the amount of detail they would add, there's no way I can even start my builds without them. Jasmine's creators is actually a member here. His ID is newca. He's released and sold tons of set from the VF-11 Thunderbolt to the VF-25 Messiah. Looking at his post history you should be able to pictures and item numbers. Unfortunately the ebay store and almost everything macross-related (except the full fram vf-1) has been removed from their site and store. Originating from Chine, you might try Taobao. Quote
Frenchmeister Posted February 19, 2019 Author Posted February 19, 2019 Thanks for the info. I am searching everywhere I can to locate some dusty stock sitting on a shelf somewhere. So far, no luck. I may email Jasmine Model again to ask why they suspended sales and what it would take for them to resume production. It makes no sense to me that they went through the time to design these upgrade sheets, sold them for a time but now refuse to manufacture more even though they are selling other photo etched kits on their website. I would think that even if they aren't huge sellers, they could make a run of each type and just sell them as orders come in. It's not as if they have an expiration date. Possibly they have a large minimum order size from their manufacturer and they're concerned about the ROI time. (Return on Investment for tekering) Quote
tekering Posted February 28, 2019 Posted February 28, 2019 On 2/15/2019 at 3:33 PM, Frenchmeister said: The Jasmine Model sheets currently aren't available. If anyone has extras or knows where to get some, please drop me a PM. Given the amount of detail they would add, there's no way I can even start my builds without them. I can see why! Amazing! We really need photo-etched upgrade parts for the Max Factory 1:20 Valkyrie. On 2/20/2019 at 12:28 AM, Frenchmeister said: Return on Investment for tekering np thx OP Quote
Bolt Posted March 7, 2019 Posted March 7, 2019 Just found (and ordered) a 1/48 full color VF-1A cockpit PE upgrade kit. And since I'm already posting this, I'll include the information/pics of the other PE upgrades I've found so far in case someone else is looking for them. The Dream Model and Hasegawa PE sheets you can just Google to find where to buy them. I think I got both on Ebay. The Jasmine Model sheets currently aren't available. If anyone has extras or knows where to get some, please drop me a PM. Given the amount of detail they would add, there's no way I can even start my builds without them. Dreammodel 1/48 48026 Color PE Macross VF-1A Cockpit Detail Update for Hasegawa Hasegawa Macross 65793 Photo Etched Parts for VF-1 VALKYRIE 1/48 scale Jasmine Model 248002 - PE upgrade parts for Hasegawa 1/48 MACROSS VF-1A/J - CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE Jasmine Model - 248003 PE upgrade parts for Hasegawa 1/48 MACROSS VF-1S/A Skull Squadron - CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE Jasmine Model - 248004 PE Intake cover parts for 1/48 MACROSS VF-1 - CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE Thanks for the info. Good job tracking down these. If you really want to pimp out your VF-1, get the resin 1/48 launch arm to hold your vak! Quote
Frenchmeister Posted April 26, 2021 Author Posted April 26, 2021 (edited) Well, it took some time, a lot of digging and research sprinkled with a fair bit of luck, but I did it. I was able to purchase and now have in my possession the following Jasmine Model PE sheets: 248002 - Hasegawa 1/48 VF-1A/J Valkyrie sheet 248003 - Hasegawa 1/48 VF-1S/A Valkyrie sheet 248004 - Hasegawa 1/48 Macross VF-1 Intake Cover sheet And just because they had it available, I also purchased: 272005 - 1/72 Macross Plus VF-11 Thunderbolt PE sheet So here's my question. Is there anybody here who is in/has been in regular contact with Jasmine Model (newca)? It seems pretty obvious at this point that production is highly unlikely to ever resume for these parts. I would like someone who knows newca to ask if I could have his blessing to take high-res scans of these sheets and post them here so that people could perform their own photo-etching to make these sheets for their personal use. It would be such a shame to lose access to these sheets forever simply because the original manufacturer has ceased production. If you have any thoughts regarding this or suggestions, I would welcome them. Unfortunately, I have still been unable to locate the '248001 - Hasegawa 1/48 YF-19 Upgrade' sheet anywhere. But I shall continue searching. Edited April 26, 2021 by Frenchmeister Quote
Sanity is Optional Posted April 26, 2021 Posted April 26, 2021 Just confirmed, I’ve got a copy of the hasegawa PE upgrade sheet for the 1/48 YF-19. Got it off HLJ a while back to go with my unbuilt kit. Still sealed in the bag, inside the kit box in my closet. Quote
Frenchmeister Posted May 4, 2021 Author Posted May 4, 2021 (edited) Thank you for the offer. I assume you are referring to the 65794 Hasegawa YF-19 photoetch sheet. If that is the one you have, I also purchased one awhile back. They seem to be easy to find at a reasonable price. Jasmine Model also had a 1/48 photoetch sheet for the YF-19 (248001 PE upgrade parts for Hasegawa 1/48 MACROSS PLUS YF-19). This would be the sheet that I am currently hunting for. If anybody has an extra sheet of this, I have an extra sheet of one of the Jasmine Model 1/48 VF-1 (can't remember if it's the S/A or A/J) that I would be willing to trade. Edited May 4, 2021 by Frenchmeister Quote
Sanity is Optional Posted May 4, 2021 Posted May 4, 2021 Oh, interesting, never even knew about that one. If you do find one and get it scanned I'd be quite interested. Quote
Frenchmeister Posted May 21, 2021 Author Posted May 21, 2021 (edited) If anybody here wants 1/72 and 1/48 P.E. upgrade sheets for the VF-1, VF-11, YF-19 or VF-25, newca (Jasmine Studio) currently has them in his store on eBay. This is the first time in over 10 years that I've seen these available. I don't know if they're N.O.S. or new production, but if you think that you ever might want them, I'd buy them NOW. Edited May 21, 2021 by Frenchmeister Quote
MWUser Posted May 28, 2021 Posted May 28, 2021 On 5/21/2021 at 12:04 PM, Frenchmeister said: If anybody here wants 1/72 and 1/48 P.E. upgrade sheets for the VF-1, VF-11, YF-19 or VF-25, newca (Jasmine Studio) currently has them in his store on eBay. This is the first time in over 10 years that I've seen these available. I don't know if they're N.O.S. or new production, but if you think that you ever might want them, I'd buy them NOW. N.O.S. = ??? Quote
Frenchmeister Posted May 28, 2021 Author Posted May 28, 2021 3 hours ago, MWUser said: N.O.S. = ??? *sigh* New Old Stock. It's a common acronym for items that were produced years to decades ago but are still considered new because they sat unused on a shelf, in a warehouse, etc. until re-discovered and put back up for sale. Quote
VF-1A Grunt Posted June 21, 2021 Posted June 21, 2021 Thanks for the heads up on these. I just ordered two 1/48 sets - one TV and one movie set with additional intake and exhaust details. I was going to order a few 1/72 sets also, but they sold out before I got around to it. I'll keep an eye on them to see if he gets any more in. Quote
Rock Posted April 14 Posted April 14 They are back!?!? Everything instock too! https://jasmodel.shop/collections/photo-etched-parts-for-assemble-model Quote
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