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Post by tiffermore on Oct 2, 2021 12:14:36 GMT -5
This could have been a very nice Dougram line. But I suppose the demand is just not there to keep it going. It's a shame. The old Takara kits often included support vehicles, personnel, and other peripherals that nicely rounded out the play value/diorama possibilities.
The fact that Bandai had this tank to release with the 40th Anniversary Dougram hints that they were at least contemplating doing something similar.
Blockhead would be a very welcome choice, if we just end up getting one more. Desert colorway, even better. Though a Bigfoot or Bushman is nice too.
Bigfoot, Bushman . . . I'd take ANY combat armors they threw our way if they had quality similar to the first three releases. And if they started including support vehicles and the like, all the better.
Alas, the Roundfacer repaint will probably be the last hurrah for the line.
And I've long since given up on seeing any more Macross destroids or Zabungaroo walker machines. (Bah and humbug!)
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Post by GetterBoi on Oct 2, 2021 12:25:12 GMT -5
Aw yeah I knew Zabungle HMR was over when the Timp Custom and Brockary turned into shelf warmers and then clearanced out.
But Dougram figures have sold decently, I think. Don't give up hope.
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Post by tiffermore on Oct 3, 2021 6:22:30 GMT -5
Aw yeah I knew Zabungle HMR was over when the Timp Custom and Brockary turned into shelf warmers and then clearanced out. But Dougram figures have sold decently, I think. Don't give up hope. You're right. They must think there's something there or they wouldn't bring these up for sale again. They might be using these web exclusives to gauge demand.
Even if it was just one or two more combat armors, I'd be endless happy. The Dougram designs were my gateway drug to robot nirvana.
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Post by tiffermore on Oct 16, 2021 9:40:23 GMT -5
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Post by treatment on Oct 20, 2021 22:59:23 GMT -5
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Post by GetterBoi on Oct 21, 2021 0:13:09 GMT -5
I have to get this. I missed out on the first run green Roundfacer. Looks like this set comes with 2 Instead tanks.
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Post by GetterBoi on Oct 21, 2021 0:16:12 GMT -5
Comparing 40th Roundfacer vs original release |
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Post by greengetterguy on Oct 21, 2021 0:52:21 GMT -5
I could ALWAYS get another Roundfacer.
Unlike Dougram, he’s an army builder.
Mine has a number 21 on it. The new one has 17 on him.
And The blue one has 24.
More painted parts and some panel lining on these.
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Post by mpchi on Oct 21, 2021 1:42:05 GMT -5
New silver paint and extra decals does make Dougram look better. Just not enough to double dip. Sigh...
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Post by greengetterguy on Oct 21, 2021 18:48:43 GMT -5
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Post by tiffermore on Oct 22, 2021 11:27:19 GMT -5
Looks like a great release. Two tanks with three turrets really ups the play value. I'm personally not too keen on the silver paint or panel lining, but I dig the added markings and darker green.
The markings on the rifle and hands are like the old dual-model artwork that I spent way too much time staring at as a kid.
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Post by tiffermore on Nov 15, 2021 7:02:29 GMT -5
"Sunrise robot anime x TAMASHII NATION big expansion! Stay tuned!"
More Dougram on the way? . . .
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Post by tiffermore on Nov 20, 2021 9:39:50 GMT -5
No new Dougram reveals at the tamashii nations event. I am crestfallen.
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Post by greengetterguy on Nov 23, 2021 21:08:47 GMT -5
Hopefully the next event.
Bandai Id like some Mackeral please. With a side of transporter mmmm~M! Gooood.
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Post by treatment on Dec 11, 2021 22:59:34 GMT -5
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Post by tiffermore on Feb 18, 2022 16:50:38 GMT -5
Pics of the 40th anniversary repaint.
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Post by mpchi on Feb 21, 2022 20:27:32 GMT -5
My HMR Dougram has issue with the rubber hands, developing a thin layer of white powder/mold all over it after displaying for a couple years. Same thing happens to the hands of my SRC Mazinger Zero. Though it does look like something I can wash off. Have a feeling Bandai used some bad rubbery plastic on some toys from that era and they are having some weird chemical reaction. Do any of you guys have the same issue?
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Post by greengetterguy on Feb 21, 2022 23:43:53 GMT -5
Yup, the same issue with my Dougram.
Roundfacer’s hands are perfect.
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Post by tiffermore on Feb 22, 2022 6:35:41 GMT -5
My HMR Dougram has issue with the rubber hands, developing a thin layer of white powder/mold all over it after displaying for a couple years. Same thing happens to the hands of my SRC Mazinger Zero. Though it does look like something I can wash off. Have a feeling Bandai used some bad rubbery plastic on some toys from that era and they are having some weird chemical reaction. Do any of you guys have the same issue? My Dougram was like that when it first arrived. I washed the hands thoroughly with water and dish soap and they've been fine ever since. |
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Post by greengetterguy on Feb 22, 2022 10:24:25 GMT -5
Nice! I’ll give it a go on mine.
Thanks Tiffer.
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