Models

[DarkNataku]

Wasn't paying attention and broke one of the horns on the Sazabi...:crybaby:

http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/ad269/Grille_Sechs_H/IMAG0179.jpg

Here it is finished, the Zeon symbol on the shield has a tear on one of the upper "wings".

http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/ad269/Grille_Sechs_H/IMAG0180.jpg

[DarkNataku]

Finished the Sinanju yesterday and the base today so here are the picks.

http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/ad269/Grille_Sechs_H/IMAG0181.jpg
http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/ad269/Grille_Sechs_H/IMAG0182.jpg
http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/ad269/Grille_Sechs_H/IMAG0183.jpg

[DarkNataku]

What is the difference between a regular edition and the Ka version?

[Vaikyuko]

What is the difference between a regular edition and the Ka version?

Ver.Ka is short for "Version Katoki" and it's Hajime Katoki's redesigns of popular mecha (since he does a lot of Gundam, they're usually originally designed by Kunio Okawara since he did almost all Gundam for years). Katoki has a pretty recognizable style nowadays, you can usually pick out his mecha and Ver.Ka in lineups. He does a lot of "real" style mecha and is responsible for making stuff like the original Gundam have realistic proportions and whatnot.

[DarkNataku]

What do you guys use to clean the dust off your models? I'm using compress air but some dust still stays, I was think of using a paint brush.

[Sharp-kun]

Compressed air.

If that doesn't work, depending on the model I'll run it under the tap. :)

[DarkNataku]

Thanks I was at best buy today and picked up two cans. Now I just need to clean it regularly to avoid that thick dirt.

[Siendra]

I use two paintbrushes. A plain jane wide headed brush and then a little testers detailing brush. Seems to clean things up just fine.

[Mickeymac92]

I just wanted to say that reading the posts here has finally convinced me to get into model building/collecting. I don't really have the money or space to go crazy with this, but I certainly have the desire.

I started out with 1/144 scale HG models of the Kampfer and the Gundam NT-1. I had a few mishaps with them, but nothing Super Glue couldn't fix. Still, it's not bad for my first time, and they both look good.

Anyways, I just ordered a 1/100 scale Victory Gundam model kit, supposed to be a little more old school. Also, if everything goes just right, I'll try to get my hands on a 1/144 Brave Command Type, a 1/144 ZZ Gundam, and a 1/144 Murasame (speaking of which, should I get the Waltfield or the regular?) before Christmas.

Okay, that does sound a little crazy, but the chances of everything going just right are slim, and I do plan on slowing down after Christmas.

[Vaikyuko]

Mic, there's some people who buy dozens and dozens of kits and plenty of people who build them in a professional manner (taking 20+ hours per kit if not more) as a hobby. You're going at a fairly slow pace as it is. :lol:

I know the feeling, though. You see this stuff and it feels really good to produce something with your own hands that you can display and say "hey, I made this -- look how awesome it is," it's the best feeling in the world.

[GreyGhost02]

Here's two little guys I finished a few months back.

HGUC Zaku II Kai
http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5172/5493372778_9a89c3c831.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/48076425@N03/5493372778/)
[/url] (http://www.flickr.com/photos/48076425@N03/5493372778/)

This guy took me about thirty or so hours to build and finish. Filled in all the seams airbrushed most of the parts and added some weathering.

HG 1/144 Strike Rouge

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5070/5613247351_6729a95e97.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/48076425@N03/5613247351/)
[url=http://www.flickr.com/people/48076425@N03/] (http://www.flickr.com/photos/48076425@N03/5613247351/)

Not happy with this one, I started it about three years ago and finally finished it up. Wish I would have worked on the seams better.

[greg]

Anyways, I just ordered a 1/100 scale Victory Gundam model kit, supposed to be a little more old school.
Yay! I put together a V2 Buster Gundam myself. The Victory 2 Gundam just looks so cool. They had a model of the V2 Buster and the V2 Assault, but not the V2 Assault Buster Gundam. I have a gachapon of this version, but they never produced a model of it. I was thinking of buying these and attempting my first kit bash.

a 1/144 Murasame
I have the Murasame as well, but I haven't built it. I don't care for Seed, but I do like the look of this mecha. I also love the Seed Astray Gundams. I like the blue one best. The blue and black colors together look very striking.

[DarkNataku]

Finished my 00 Raiser Gundam + stand which I filled in the "motto".

http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/ad269/Grille_Sechs_H/IMAG0224.jpg

[xxnike629xx]

MG 1/100 MSN-001A1 Delta Plus - Painted Build [Hyaku Shiki Color]
http://gundamguy.blogspot.com/2011/08/mg-1100-msn-001a1-delta-plus-painted_07.html

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-C1oHpSjgEtI/Tj6PWd6Nq_I/AAAAAAAA_G0/OP7YP10_qyU/s1600/19.jpg

Looking at this, I'm wondering if anyone has done a Byaku Shiki custom color scheme yet... ;)


** EDIT **

New (related) stuff posted online just now!! Nice!!

MG 1/100 MSN-001A1 Delta Plus - Painted Build
http://gundamguy.blogspot.com/2011/08/mg-1100-msn-001a1-delta-plus-painted_08.html

http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-a9wzsURogxA/Tj_Xb2SqsCI/AAAAAAAA_Lg/a3acuLCOSTg/s640/6.jpg

[GreyGhost02]

Been meaning to post two more builds.

HGUC Zaku II This guy is pretty much done
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6138/6022052198_c70d628138.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/48076425@N03/6022052198/)
[/url] (http://www.flickr.com/photos/48076425@N03/6022052198/)

HGUC Qubeley Still needs some parts added and more painting.
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6124/6021497965_bb90cf8cc7.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/48076425@N03/6021497965/)
[url=http://www.flickr.com/people/48076425@N03/] (http://www.flickr.com/photos/48076425@N03/6021497965/)

Both painted with an airbrush.

[xxnike629xx]

Well, Bandai has done it again...

>_<

A Trans-Am MG 00 Raiser kit with a red LED unit...

Bandai Hobby Online Shop Exclusive: MG 1/100 Trans-Raiser
http://gundamguy.blogspot.com/2011/08/bandai-hobby-online-shop-exclusive-mg.html

Bandai Hobby Online Shop will begin accepting pre-orders for the limited MG 1/100 Trans-Raiser (00 Raiser - Trans-Am Mode) this Thursday (Aug 11th 2011, Price: 6825 yen w/ 5% tax).
Item Descriptions:
- Trans-Am mode gloss injection color
- Includes 1 LED (Red)
- Includes Trans-Am color decal stickers
GG INFINTE: PRE-ORDER ITEM Please email us at info@gginfinite.com if interested to pre-order.

[xxnike629xx]

Robot Damashii (Side MS) Gouf Custom - Promo [LARGE IMAGES] & Other Images
http://gundamguy.blogspot.com/2011/08/robot-damashii-side-ms-gouf-custom.html

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-0I2yABGsGgA/TkBmzzLJNlI/AAAAAAAA_R8/AuFto8YN2wk/s640/221.jpg


So it seems like Gouf fans are getting yet another thing to drool over... =)

[xxnike629xx]

Bandai Hobby Online Shop Exclusive: MG 1/100 Trans-Am Raiser [Trans-Am Mode] & MG Series LED (Red) - Updated Images & Info
http://gundamguy.blogspot.com/2011/08/bandai-hobby-online-shop-exclusive-mg_11.html

Looks like we're getting a Master Grade, 1/100 00 Raiser Trans Am. Pretty cool that it has red LED units and that Bandai is now selling red LED units too.

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dqKXhZSEqLY/TkOKMgSUqQI/AAAAAAAA_kQ/DA36Q8tdVRo/s640/8.jpg[/url]

[img]http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-yxx-f77hRdM/TkOKgxqs3QI/AAAAAAAA_kU/rqKvZVLnd9Q/s640/15.jpg

* More images at the link provided.

** Edit **
It doesn't seem like we're getting the GN Condensers based on the pictures at the link. Am I wrong? o_O

[DarkNataku]

Just finished him tonight I just need to bend the straws for the funnels.

http://i942.photobucket.com/albums/ad269/Grille_Sechs_H/IMAG0238.jpg

[Gladys L.]

This is the only Gundam Model I have it's about 10 years since I bought this Gundam Model, it is the Destiny Gundam.

http://t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQ0ZzkZmSTPcpUl5jIbzZQ PlYI-ST9o-DxV9VPs_TfG0h5b3wVtyQ

[ZeroRyoko1974]

There is a Gundam modeling championship now. The winner of the 14 and under devision was an 8yr old http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2011-12-12/1st-gundam-model-builders-world-cup-finalists-displayed