MechTech Posted October 26, 2020 Posted October 26, 2020 Somebody dared to actually build their collection! They made them look good too. - MT Quote
Shawn Posted November 1, 2020 Author Posted November 1, 2020 I grew up with the Imai 1/72 Variable valks and the Robotech Changers releases (they were cheaper!) Here is an incredible, lets say 1/20ish version! All 3D printed. With a little modification you could turn this into the HCM like Bandai did ha! https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4097191 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe8SMlyTgmfrDt9yrx3_gAg/videos Quote
MechTech Posted November 1, 2020 Posted November 1, 2020 Thanks for posting that, Shawn! I thought it looked at first like the kit - it is -sorta. He done gone and blown it up! Every aspect is like someone hit the "Extra Large" button on making the kit. The nose is squatty, but other than that - REALLY COOL! - MT Quote
pengbuzz Posted November 1, 2020 Posted November 1, 2020 "Yes, I'd like a VF-1 Valkyrie Value meal, supersized!" Quote
MechTech Posted November 11, 2020 Posted November 11, 2020 Good dynamic pose with a clean finish! - MT Quote
Shawn Posted November 15, 2020 Author Posted November 15, 2020 Low-Viz in the house! Nice build. https://hobbycom.jp/my/586665d5de/photo/products/100751 Quote
MechTech Posted November 15, 2020 Posted November 15, 2020 GREAT finish and cool conventional load-out too! - MT Quote
derex3592 Posted November 16, 2020 Posted November 16, 2020 That is one great looking low-vis VF-1! Quote
Chas Posted November 16, 2020 Posted November 16, 2020 Very nice weathering overall! well done build for sure. Quote
electric indigo Posted February 10, 2021 Posted February 10, 2021 Another creative take on the power suits Quote
peter Posted February 10, 2021 Posted February 10, 2021 On 10/23/2020 at 2:58 AM, electric indigo said: I love what I'd call "remixes" of the classic designs. Maybe use a different word......"Remix" conjures up images of that horrible abortion of a RT comic, lol! Quote
peter Posted February 10, 2021 Posted February 10, 2021 47 minutes ago, Shawn said: That is just bad ass! That is awesome Quote
MechTech Posted February 11, 2021 Posted February 11, 2021 Did somebody confuse Mak with Macross? - MT Quote
slide Posted February 12, 2021 Posted February 12, 2021 On 2/11/2021 at 7:57 AM, MechTech said: Did somebody confuse Mak with Macross? - MT Ma.K.ross? I'd watch that! Quote
Shawn Posted February 23, 2021 Author Posted February 23, 2021 One of the finest 1/48 builds ever I think! For sale here https://www.mercari.com/jp/items/m54813081082/ Read through the description for all the features...wow Quote
peter Posted February 23, 2021 Posted February 23, 2021 Wow. I have one of these in my pile......really scared to build it. Quote
derex3592 Posted February 23, 2021 Posted February 23, 2021 (edited) That paint job is absolutely incredible! Holy $$$$! I just saw the price! Edited February 23, 2021 by derex3592 Quote
Gabe Q Posted February 24, 2021 Posted February 24, 2021 Only $3,750! What a bargain! Seriously though, it's a really nice build. I wouldn't pay that but I guess factoring in the time it would take to build that, it comes out to maybe 30 to 40 dollars an hour? That's definitely not a quick, 10-hour build. You'll never get rich building model kits for resale. Quote
Gabe Q Posted February 24, 2021 Posted February 24, 2021 How do you get a canopy to that level of shine? Wow, after checking out the photos more, I'm realizing how nice that build is. Quote
derex3592 Posted February 24, 2021 Posted February 24, 2021 Yeh, there was a buttload of time put into that build, I'm sure he'll get a good price for it. I'd never pay that much, but someone out there might. I've only ever done 1 commission conversion/build and I charged $20 an hour because I'm not a professional by any means. It's amazing how quick the time ads up. You don't realize it when you're building for yourself. Quote
Thom Posted February 24, 2021 Posted February 24, 2021 Incredible looking build! But, I'd rather buy a kit and see how close I could get to doing it that well myself. Quote
MechTech Posted March 1, 2021 Posted March 1, 2021 (edited) @Gabe Q They probably buffed the windshield and used a Mop n Glow coating. There's some stuff for motorcycle lights that gives a pearlescent sheen too. I gotta get some of that! That is a GREAT build! He mottled the heck out of the paint, but it works! It looks VERY sun bleached - like being out in space without cloud cover to shield it! Hey, it's STILL for sale!- MT Edited March 1, 2021 by MechTech Quote
Gabe Q Posted March 1, 2021 Posted March 1, 2021 @MechTech I have the polishing compound and the future floor product. It's just that my canopies never come out that good. I guess I'll have to keep practicing! The decals look painted on. The gun barrels look like polished metal. All the details just look right. Quote
MechTech Posted March 1, 2021 Posted March 1, 2021 Yeah, canopies suck! Yes, I agree, everything does look right! - MT Quote
peter Posted March 12, 2021 Posted March 12, 2021 Look at the shine on Hikaru's helmet! That thing must be buried under a thick cost of clear and polished. I've heard good things about canopies and Future's/Pledge. Some guys dip the whole canopy into it and it comes out pretty glossy. I haven't tried it yet, but I have a few old kits I might use as a guinea pig. Quote
Anasazi37 Posted March 12, 2021 Posted March 12, 2021 3 hours ago, peter said: Look at the shine on Hikaru's helmet! That thing must be buried under a thick cost of clear and polished. I've heard good things about canopies and Future's/Pledge. Some guys dip the whole canopy into it and it comes out pretty glossy. I haven't tried it yet, but I have a few old kits I might use as a guinea pig. Yes, that works well, but requires some planning and patience. Here's one process: http://www.finescale.com/online-extras/how-to/2017/11/in-the-past-it-was-future Quote
Shawn Posted March 15, 2021 Author Posted March 15, 2021 A little 1/72 Imai (erg...Bandai) fun-including a stop motion video haha http://shucho.blog37.fc2.com/blog-entry-52.html Quote
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