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Post by nakajo on Nov 16, 2006 7:21:13 GMT -5
 Do you think that Bandai will start another line of toys "Metal Fix 1/100" or it will be only this one, like a limited special edition?  |
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Post by gx9901 on Nov 16, 2006 17:04:58 GMT -5
I just hope the diecast is taken into consideration during the design phase for this toy. For example, I'd be pissed if the forearms are diecast and the elbow and/or shoulder joint doesn't ratchet. Diecast is cool, but sagging diecast is not.
I'm a little concerned about things like this because even on the plastic FIX figures, joint durability was hit-or-miss for this line.
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Post by nikodiablo on Nov 16, 2006 20:05:54 GMT -5
@manny: You're very welcome bro!! I have high expectation of this Gundam too!! nakajo: I hope it's not the ONLY metal edition FIX, but I hope it won't issued as frequently as the regular FIX, cause the price is kinda high. |
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Post by Chen on Nov 17, 2006 19:51:24 GMT -5
At 1/100 scale just how big will this figure be? Plus I'm surprised that there is'nt a RX-78-2 SOC since it definately desearves to be in that line.
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Post by vic01 on Nov 17, 2006 23:23:22 GMT -5
At 1/100 scale just how big will this figure be? Plus I'm surprised that there is'nt a RX-78-2 SOC since it definately desearves to be in that line. Almost as tall as the SOC Mazinger Z. Might be taller by an inch. vic01 |
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Post by mannyD on Nov 18, 2006 5:47:46 GMT -5
At 1/100 scale just how big will this figure be? Plus I'm surprised that there is'nt a RX-78-2 SOC since it definately desearves to be in that line. the 1/100 scale RX-78-2 is roughly 7.5 to 8 inch chen. |
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Post by zephyranthes on Nov 22, 2006 1:38:30 GMT -5
For $100-125, it should feature a transforming core fighter or other such gimmicks. If Bandai/Banpresto can get this to work beautifully with the Special Creative Models, it should be able to do this with a bigger and more expensive figure.
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Post by lurkerx on Nov 22, 2006 12:41:45 GMT -5
For $100-125, it should feature a transforming core fighter or other such gimmicks. If Bandai/Banpresto can get this to work beautifully with the Special Creative Models, it should be able to do this with a bigger and more expensive figure. It will. All they need to do is use the mold of the RX-78 Arch enemy line tweek it a bit mold some parts in die-cast and they're set.  This is certainly a better alternative to the Gundam Metal Grade of the same scale |
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Post by nikodiablo on Nov 23, 2006 1:51:33 GMT -5
It will. All they need to do is use the mold of the RX-78 Arch enemy line tweek it a bit mold some parts in die-cast and they're set. This is certainly a better alternative to the Gundam Metal Grade of the same scale Especially since the Metal grade line seems to be dead! |
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Post by paladin on Nov 23, 2006 2:50:22 GMT -5
There was a Metal Grade LINE? Wasn't there just the one (1) toy? ;D
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Post by mannyD on Nov 23, 2006 5:36:06 GMT -5
hey guys, this product is now called 'G-ARMOR VER.KA FIX METAL COMPOSITE'. does that mean the diecast material used will be a composite of metal ;D man i hope this is nothing to worry about |
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Post by nikodiablo on Nov 23, 2006 20:47:22 GMT -5
Maybe they mean that it will be metal combined with the usual ABS / PVC plastic. It could also mean that Metal Composite is ChoGoKin (Special alloy). I think they're the same meaning, but please correct me if I'm wrong.
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Post by nikodiablo on Nov 23, 2006 20:54:51 GMT -5
There was a Metal Grade LINE? Wasn't there just the one (1) toy? ;D Are we talking about the Metal Material Model (1/100 scale) ?! If we are, I think there are several releases, if I remember right: 1. The first one was released under "New Material" model, the Turn A Gundam 2. The MMM Aile Strike Gundam 3. The MMM Sword Strike and Launcher Strike Gundam (Deactive phase mode set). 4. The MMM Sword Strike and Launcher Strike Gundam (Special Clear Color). 5. The MMM Gundam Quality Force Impulse Gundam 6. The MMM GQ Sword Impulse Gundam 7. The MMM GQ Blast Impulse Gundam. I think that covers all of it. Of course there were previous releases of metal Gundams, like the RX-78-2, Regular and Char's Zaku, GM, and the Kahen Senshi Z Gundam, ZZ Gundam, and Hyaku Shiki (1/144 scale) if my memory serves me correctly, but then I could be wrong... |
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Post by mannyD on Nov 24, 2006 1:22:35 GMT -5
Maybe they mean that it will be metal combined with the usual ABS / PVC plastic. It could also mean that Metal Composite is ChoGoKin (Special alloy). I think they're the same meaning, but please correct me if I'm wrong. ok! tnx for the info niko i think this will be the best diecast gundam bandai will produce! |
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Post by lurkerx on Nov 24, 2006 11:26:26 GMT -5
There was a Metal Grade LINE? Wasn't there just the one (1) toy? ;D Are we talking about the Metal Material Model (1/100 scale) ?! If we are, I think there are several releases, if I remember right: 1. The first one was released under "New Material" model, the Turn A Gundam 2. The MMM Aile Strike Gundam 3. The MMM Sword Strike and Launcher Strike Gundam (Deactive phase mode set). 4. The MMM Sword Strike and Launcher Strike Gundam (Special Clear Color). 5. The MMM Gundam Quality Force Impulse Gundam 6. The MMM GQ Sword Impulse Gundam 7. The MMM GQ Blast Impulse Gundam. I think that covers all of it. Of course there were previous releases of metal Gundams, like the RX-78-2, Regular and Char's Zaku, GM, and the Kahen Senshi Z Gundam, ZZ Gundam, and Hyaku Shiki (1/144 scale) if my memory serves me correctly, but then I could be wrong... nope its not those, chet was right there was just 1 toy released they had plans for a 2nd one [zaku] but the 1st didn't fly with collectors [too expensive]. This RX-78 scaled @ 1/100 Metal Grade is PURE bare white metal, no paint whatsoever with only its joints and hands as plastics [one of its weaknesses]. Its a beautiful piece though |
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Post by rayar on Nov 24, 2006 12:22:55 GMT -5
The Metal Grade does come with a set of metal hands.
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Post by lurkerx on Nov 25, 2006 9:07:30 GMT -5
The Metal Grade does come with a set of metal hands. Just checked mine and you're right the close fists are metal cool. Well you learn something everyday ;D Thanks man, I barely touch mine as I'm afraid of doing more damage to the slightly cracked forearm socket right out of the box. |
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Post by nikodiablo on Nov 26, 2006 22:58:24 GMT -5
nope its not those, chet was right there was just 1 toy released they had plans for a 2nd one [zaku] but the 1st didn't fly with collectors [too expensive]. This RX-78 scaled @ 1/100 Metal Grade is PURE bare white metal, no paint whatsoever with only its joints and hands as plastics [one of its weaknesses]. Its a beautiful piece though Aah! Forgive my ignorance! Thanks for pointing this fact out LurkerX! |
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Post by mannyD on Nov 28, 2006 9:54:33 GMT -5
hey guys, is the 'New Material Model' Turn-A Gundam (diecast) really 1/100? there is no scale indication written on the box and brochure. i got one today for $20, and i wud love it if it is. a companion piece for my upcoming 1/100 RX-78-2 and the MMM Strike and Impulse Gundams, do they have any diecast in their armor? and if i will only get one each of Strike and Impulse Gundam, which version is best? TIA |
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Post by lurkerx on Nov 28, 2006 12:03:31 GMT -5
hey guys, is the 'New Material Model' Turn-A Gundam (diecast) really 1/100? there is no scale indication written on the box and brochure. i got one today for $20, and i wud love it if it is. a companion piece for my upcoming 1/100 RX-78-2 and the MMM Strike and Impulse Gundams, do they have any diecast in their armor? and if i will only get one each of Strike and Impulse Gundam, which version is best? TIA Hi Manny, Yes, the Turn A Gundam is scaled at 1/100, be careful of the shoulder pads though as its prone to breaking, one of mine actually has a crack on it already. Out of all the MMM including the impulse versions, I believe the best is the Striker Gundam. Although, I think you’ll like both the launcher & striker gundam more than the impulse, as its whole endoskeleton is made of metal. Although I did have a problem with mine, after I had it up on display for about a year stains on the metal started appearing so I soaked the whole endoskeleton in WD-40 and it worked. Try to get the Limited edition MMM with clear armor it really looks amazing and I’m sorry I passed on it previously and am on the hunt for 1 at a reasonable price. The impulse set have minimal die-cast, as far as I remember the only metal parts are the feet & arm joints however, it doesn’t take away from the toy what with its removable core fighter and weapon sets. Very cool solid 1/100 gundam toys J
Here’s my old blurry pic of the set together:
ca.pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/lurkerx_photo/detail?.dir=df7f&.dnm=fb1c.jpg&.src=ph
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