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Post by roanstalker on Jul 21, 2006 10:14:31 GMT -5
Hey guys. I went into my local import store today to find a few Fix figurations. They were MKII that converts to a barzam, FAZZ, GP04 that converts to the Gerbera Tetra and RX78 Version Ka that converts into a GM.
Im not that into Fix Figuration but I just want to get at least one in my collection. Which one do you guys think is the best, like articulation, overall looks, etc. I thought I might get some of your opinions before I buy one.
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Post by supergetterv on Jul 21, 2006 12:31:02 GMT -5
Out of those 4? I probably go for the FAZZ, because its the biggest and has the most accessories. As for overall looks, you have to decide for yourself. Each person has their favorite gundam models. I've always like MS-006 Zeta, Wing Zero Custom and Aile Strike. Recently, I got a small gashapon of RX-121-1A and now that is my Favorite Gundam. But out of those 4? I like the FAZZ for the size and accessories, and the MK-II for the looks.
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Post by roanstalker on Jul 21, 2006 13:56:22 GMT -5
It just so happens that I like those ones you mentioned too. I particularlay love the Wing Gundam Ver Ka MG model. I reserved RX78 since that one looked quite good. For some reason I think the head for FAZZ is a bit off. But I GP04/ Gerbera Tetra looks good too. Really I just wanted to see if they were sturdy or not and if they are that poseable?
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Post by Qball99 on Jul 21, 2006 15:26:22 GMT -5
If you plan on just having one FIX gundam in your collection for now you should probably save up a little bit more, and purchase the Deep Striker. Reason being, there is really only one other version of the Deep Striker available, (that I know of) and it is an expensive resin kit. It is the most impressive FIX figure, but it is also the most expensive. However, if It came down to one of the ones you listed, I would have to agree with superfarterv, the FAZZ.
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Post by supergetterv on Jul 21, 2006 17:36:11 GMT -5
Totally forgot about the FIX #0013 Deep Striker. Good luck trying to find one let alone being able to afford one. It's the biggest and most expensive. Back when it first came out, I couldn't afford one so I got the next best thing, the #0014 MSA-0011 EX-S Gundam. Now that I can afford it, I don't want it because I am kinda dissapointed with the FIX line. Weak paint job and not so great plastic parts. Would have preferred it had they used the same kind of hard plastic that is used on Gundam Model Kits. Instead its the same PVC as the MSIA action Figures.
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Post by roanstalker on Jul 21, 2006 18:42:43 GMT -5
I find that the heads are nearly always a bit off from the ones shown on the back. They had the f90s and I didnt buy them because of the head sculpts. I really only buy stuff if its available locally since if its is defective I can return it. But I guess the Deep Striker does look quite good. How much does it go for right now? Also for some reason the F90 (or whatever it was. Cant remember) cost £36 while these only cost £26 each. Much cheaper than buying from some place like HLJ (I checked the prices). Weird.
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Post by xiombarg on Jul 24, 2006 19:29:23 GMT -5
I love my Deep Striker.
Honestly I hate the FAZZ, but for one specific reason. The big gun can only be pointed at the ground when standing, and it's not because of the weight, it's because of the way it's been designed. I guess as long as you are happy with the gun pointing at the ground, it's fine, but for me it was a real disappointment.
Out of the one's you've listed, my favorite is the Gerbera Tetra for sure. In fact, next to the Deep Striker it's my favorite FIX.
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Post by Vendetta on Jul 24, 2006 20:18:42 GMT -5
Fix's are pretty disappointing IMO. In concept they're pretty cool - 1/144th scale Gundams detailed up as Katoki sees fit with nice paintjobs for nonpainters. In reality, they're overpriced, extremely fragile figures, albeit with nice paintjobs and detailing for the most part, that never quite look like how the prototypes do on the back of the boxes.
I only own two - the red Zeta+ Hummingbird and the Xi Gundam. The Hummingbird is really asymmetrical, which leads to very few angles where it looks good in the dolled-up MS mode. The transformation also makes it more finnicky that most Fix's I'd imagine, and I've broken a part or two trying to transform it.
The Xi Gundam is a bit nicer, but its head is pretty shoddily painted. One eye is bigger than the other, which makes for a robot that seems to be at the receiving end of a chide comment or something. The issue with paint around the head seems to be a common problem for Fix's, judging from the pictures I've seen. Otherwise, it's actually a pretty nice display piece.
Really, the advantage of the GFF line is that robots you'd need see released in other Gundam lines often debut here: Deep Striker (which is probably the nicest-looking GFF I've seen but very pricy for what you get), Xi/Penelope, etc. The Mk. II is alright, but if you have the time to build a model, the recently-released MG Titans Mk. II is very nice. Just get a can of clear coat to spray on the model to get rid of the plastic shine. I'd also recommend getting the MG RX-78-2 ver. Ka. over the Fix. The models are bigger, cheaper, and it really doesn't take *that* long to build one if you don't go all-out with the painting.
I've really digressed from your question, so I'll just answer it here: of the ones you've listed, I'd recommend the GP04/Gerbera Tetra. It looks nice in the photos I've seen, and I actually thought about getting it a year or two back.
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Post by zephyranthes on Jul 28, 2006 1:42:58 GMT -5
Even though I don't have the GP04, I've heard good things about it. I also considered getting it at one point because there aren't any other figures available of this one.
I agree with vendetta and superfarterv that the Fix line is disappointing in terms of the material and the painting. I really dislike the soft PVC-type material. I've stopped purchasing the Fix line for this reason. However, the new X (Crossbone) Gundam looks tempting.
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Post by xiombarg on Jul 28, 2006 15:40:17 GMT -5
The thing that really disappoints me about a lot of the FIX figures is that the armor pieces don't stay on securely for many of them (FAZZ), but the Deep Striker is one of the few that fits together fairly tight.
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Post by lurkerx on Aug 1, 2006 12:20:42 GMT -5
The deep striker is awe inspiring. The paint job leave a lot to be desired. I really don't know whether bandai intended the "white paint" to look dirty on some parts, and I wish they'd air brush rather than hand paint. No parts has fallen off yet.
It is the Definitive FIX to own.
With all my complaints about the FIX I though to myself If I were given a day or two even a year, could I have put together and painted a better model? No and I would have wasted more of my time building it so having said that I'm quite satisfied with my 1st FIX [hopefully last if I can help it]
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Post by GLaw on Aug 3, 2006 0:26:23 GMT -5
The deep striker is awe inspiring. The paint job leave a lot to be desired. I really don't know whether bandai intended the "white paint" to look dirty on some parts, and I wish they'd air brush rather than hand paint. No parts has fallen off yet. It is the Definitive FIX to own. With all my complaints about the FIX I though to myself If I were given a day or two even a year, could I have put together and painted a better model? No and I would have wasted more of my time building it so having said that I'm quite satisfied with my 1st FIX [hopefully last if I can help it] I am a working person and don't have time to paint and build the model kits, therefore, I go for FIX.
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Post by nikodiablo on Aug 7, 2006 21:21:35 GMT -5
Guys, did you know that the next Fix (No. 33) will be Gundam X?! It's supposed to be released in December - I'm so excited!! Finally, the Gundam X series gets an elite action figure treatment. If I'm ever going to buy any FIX, this will probably it! Hopefully it will lead to FIX releases of Gundam Airmaster, Leopard, Virsago and Ashtaron too!! Check the link here: www.hlj.com/product/BAN941832?nav=rssPicture from twcomics.com Apparently, you will be able to convert it to the X-Divider mode. Seems like there's a bit mobile suit included in the set too!
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