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Anyone know if there's any other mecha model kits that resemble the RGM-96X Jesta? Kinda military-like, yet a bit more featured than a GM, but doesn't stand out so much like a Gundam. Ideally also 1/144 sized so they can all look the same on my desk, take a relatively short time to build and remain fairly cheap price-wise. I was originally looking at the HGUC 1/144 Jesta Ecoas type but it's just a little too bare for me.
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I think your only other option would be the Jesta Cannon and maybe the GM III.
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Nov 20, 2013 12:44
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You might look into Kotobukiya's Border Break series, though availability could be an issue there.
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Nov 20, 2013 16:29
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UC-wise you've got maybe the GM Sniper II. AU=wise, one of the pirate mobile suits (G-Exes, Shaldoll, G-Xiphos) from AGE might work. 00 had some nice grunts too, but they're all kind of weird looking. I'd recommend the Koto Frame Arms, but they're all 1/100.
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Nov 20, 2013 16:43
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The GM Sniper II, GM Canon II, GM Striker, RX-77D Mass Produced Guncannon, Powered GM, GM Custom, Desert Nemo, Stark Jegan, are probably your cooler Feddie types. Man, as a 1/100 guy you have no idea how much I'd love to get the GM Sniper II or Mass Produced Guncannon as a MG. In fact, I just want more 0080 suits. I love 0080 as a show, but it has some really rad mecha designs too. Hygogg. 
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Nov 20, 2013 17:04
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Maybe try the Delta plus unless the transformation gimmick is too extreme. Jesta is my favorite design and that Delta comes close to looking as good.
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Nov 20, 2013 18:00
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Revitalized posted:Anyone know if there's any other mecha model kits that resemble the RGM-96X Jesta? Kinda military-like, yet a bit more featured than a GM, but doesn't stand out so much like a Gundam. Ideally also 1/144 sized so they can all look the same on my desk, take a relatively short time to build and remain fairly cheap price-wise. (They would look rad with anything, I need to remember to order one from HLJ when they get a restock.)
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Nov 20, 2013 19:25
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Has anyone here put together some of the more recent Super Robot War Kotobukiya kits? Specifically looking at Granzon, Soulgain, Blaster, and CompiKaiser among others.
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Nov 20, 2013 21:04
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I know I keep asking lots of dumb poo poo about airbrushes but is there a specific one on this site that stands out a gold star highly recommended brush? http://www.tcpglobal.com/ I'm looking at the badger patriot and the Masters, but there's like a million Masters and so many of them seem identical.
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Nov 20, 2013 22:30
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Picked up the YMT-05 Hidolfr at the gundam base in korea. I can't wait to get started on this guy. Just need my hands to work first. Carpal tunnel is a bitch. Surprisingly, you need sensation to be able to build models. SHOVEL ARMS!  Only thing better would be a master grade Xamel.
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IMO Badger stuff is either bad or pretty good, not top of the line. Priced and made for hobbyists, not pros. The big selling point for me is the warranty and repair process. If you are basecoating and doing some larger shading the patriot is a great choice. At that price I would much rather go Iwata http://www.amazon.com/Iwata-Hp-Air-Brush-Gun/dp/B000BQ8BUO/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1384992152&sr=8-3&keywords=IWATA+HP-C The needle and nozzle are set up for spraying model paints. The patriot is going to use paint faster and put down a heavier spray. Check craigslist, there are always people in my area selling airbrushes. I dont like the kits, you save money by buying separately and not paying for paints you wont use.
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Nov 21, 2013 01:05
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I won't be buying a kit, just the brush. I was looking at this Iwata earlier, the CR. http://www.tcpglobal.com/airbrushdepot/irevo.aspx#IWA4247
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Nov 21, 2013 01:15
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A lot of the charts and intended usage guides are misleading or intentionally obtuse. The bodies are all pretty much the same. The triggers, nozzles and needles are different. I took parts from a $500 iwata and put them in a $100 body and it worked perfectly. The CR says it has a larger spray pattern, but the BR has the finer nozzle. The usage chart say the opposite of what the parts say. The BR is actually the finer detail brush. The CR you linked will have a spray volume and pattern similar to a spray can. Saving some time but limiting the detail you can do. Get the BR Fauxtool fucked around with this message at 01:29 on Nov 21, 2013 |
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Nov 21, 2013 01:18
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So what's the difference between the BR and the HP-C?
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they are functionally the same with different bodies. The HP-C has a larger cup The HP series is more popular and has easier to find add-on parts like trigger pads and crown tips. Its also possible to use the ultra detail parts from the higher end HP's
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Nov 21, 2013 01:38
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I see, I see, thank you! As far as hoses go, they all seem to be the same to me. Since I'll be running off of a large compressor, I'll grab a 1/4" to 1/8" adapter and I should be good to go, right?
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yes for Iwata, a standard 1/8 hose will fit unlike many brands that make you buy an adapter. I would advise against a coiled hose unless you enjoy being gently pulled at all times. Get a moisture trap and regulator adjustable at least to single psi's. Definitely empty and drain the compressor before use.
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Nov 21, 2013 02:01
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Promising silouette there...
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And the next RG is going to be the Exia! I'm actually looking forward to that one. https://twitter.com/hobbylink/status/403336098966806528/photo/1/ edit: HG Turn-A Gundam! https://twitter.com/hobbylink/status/403345099725086720/photo/1 Neddy Seagoon fucked around with this message at 03:14 on Nov 21, 2013 |
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Nov 21, 2013 02:49
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There is not nearly enough hype in this thread for MG TURN X. Full announcement list: Unicorn: MG Unicorn Gundam 03 Phenex (probably as an exclusive, thank god) HG FA Unicorn - Destroy Mode HG Banshee Norn - Destroy Mode HG Kshatriya Rebuild (or whatever Ribeeado is supposed to be) HG Byarlant Custom (two different webshop exclusives) HG Dreissen (Unicorn colors) HG Doven Wolf (Unicorn colors) 00: RG Gundam Exia - RG Exia RI/RII/RIII are pretty much soft confirmed as eventual webshop exclusives too. - A new RG frame is being made for it too, so expect to see the other Meisters. Wing: HG Wing Zero Build Fighters: MG Build Strike Full Package MG Build Gundam mkII MG Gundam Astray Sengokudo HG Star Build Strike Gundam Plavsky Wing (sutaa birudo sutoraiku gundam burafusukii uingu) HG Kampfer Master HG Qubeley Papilion HG GM Sniper K9 (this pretty much confirms Mihoshi is coming back). SD Build Strike Full Package Seed Destiny: MG Destiny Impulse (as a webshop exclusive, as earlier mentioned) Turn A:  MG TURN X HG Turn A Also on display was MG Sazabi vKa (turns out its effect parts are going to be green after all) and MG Gundam X (why are the solar panels blue aaaaah). BlitzBlast fucked around with this message at 03:49 on Nov 21, 2013 |
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Nov 21, 2013 03:23
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I'm gonna have to finally buy MG Turn A to go with Turn X. I've been meaning to get MG Turn A but it was sold out last time I went to buy it.
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Nov 21, 2013 03:54
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The announcements this season have been incredible across the board. Golden age poo poo going on here. Possible downside: really not eager to see GBF take up a bunch of MG slots next year.
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Nov 21, 2013 03:58
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A new kampfer gently caress yes 
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What do y'all use for your primers and top coats? e: and I think it's "Repaired" muike fucked around with this message at 04:22 on Nov 21, 2013 |
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BlitzBlast posted:There is not nearly enough hype in this thread for MG TURN X. This is a wallet-demolishing lineup.
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muike posted:What do y'all use for your primers and top coats? I use Army Painter color primers, Mr Hobby for flat, and Pledge for gloss.
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The Mr. Hobby stuff is just like the clear flat smooth or whatever right? I know I'm a massive retard but it's like these dudes make a million paints. I've heard some people using Mr Surfacer for primer too, but I'd be kinda worried about it filling in panel lines and details. e: Also MG Kshatriya in the wings? I didn't think they would bother.
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A good primer won't fill in panel lines/obscure surface detail, much like properly thinned paint. Mr. Hobby makes a wide variety of drat near every modeling tool you can think of; if the product has a "Mr" in its name, they're behind it. When I say I use Mr Hobby flat coat, I mean I use Mr Top Coat Flat. And no, MG Kshatriya is never happening. There's a third party (Elyn) 1/100 plastic kit, but reception has been mixed to say the least.
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Looks like I undershot by about 20 MGs on when they'd roll out MG Turn X  Still, I'm excited, the Turn X is one of my favorite suits in all of gundam.
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I will pay whatever the hell that want for that build fighter red frame. Also now I have a reason to finally get a Turn A.muike posted:e: Also MG Kshatriya in the wings? I didn't think they would bother. I would also pay all my money for a MG bandai Kshatriya (after the dissapointing stories I heard about the 3rd party mob that did the 1/100 kshatriya earlier this year).
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BlitzBlast posted:A good primer won't fill in panel lines/obscure surface detail, much like properly thinned paint. I don't mind spray cans, but I was hoping I could get it in jar form. And yeah as for the Kshatriya I saw the display for the Kshatriya Repaired and thought it said MG
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Brushing primer is a massive pain in the rear end, spray cans are pretty much the way to go. They usually come in big cans anyways (or at least Army Painter does). Alternatively, wash, sand and then put down a base coat of flat black or white. That'll essentially do the same thing as a primer. EDIT: V I guess you could try Vallejo Model Color's Foundation White? Mr Surfacer is airbrushable, but it needs to be very heavily thinned IIRC. BlitzBlast fucked around with this message at 04:43 on Nov 21, 2013 |
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I'm getting an airbrush, no loving way am I handpainting primer.
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 Welp. EDIT: I hope they troll everyone and announce All Char to go along All Gundam. BlitzBlast fucked around with this message at 04:53 on Nov 21, 2013 |
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muike posted:I'm getting an airbrush, no loving way am I handpainting primer. Buy these two for primer and top coat, they will last you forever and dont need to be thinned for use http://www.thewarstore.com/product67986.html http://www.amazon.com/Johnson-11182-27oz-Pledge-Futureshine/dp/B000ARPH4C/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1385006357&sr=8-1&keywords=future+floor+wax
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BlitzBlast posted:
"Trolling" implies there are not entire communities of gunota fervently writing blog posts about how much they would want such a thing/
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Fauxtool posted:Buy these two for primer and top coat, they will last you forever and dont need to be thinned for use How can I make the Future come out less shiny? Is there a way to add something to it to control the amount of gloss?
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Was hoping for a MG Jesta Cannon... Speaking of that. How long do the Gunpla LED lasts on a single battery?
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mr. stefan posted:"Trolling" implies there are not entire communities of gunota fervently writing blog posts about how much they would want such a thing/ Every single gundam kit, rereleased in bright red! For triple the price!
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muike posted:How can I make the Future come out less shiny? Is there a way to add something to it to control the amount of gloss? You can mix it with Tamiya Flat Base to get pretty much whatever you want, but honestly I'd just pick up a dedicated flat coat. More consistent. v  vWeissritter posted:Speaking of that. How long do the Gunpla LED lasts on a single battery? They use LR41 watch batteries, so really long. BlitzBlast fucked around with this message at 05:12 on Nov 21, 2013 |
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