Bandai RG RX-78-2 Gundam

Bandai RG RX-78-2 Gundam - WIP 02

Guess what? MS is done! Hurrah! All that's left are the grand daddy's armaments assembly and *gasp* waterslide decal application. Building the RX-78-2 is a treat! Here's why --

HEAD. The most amusing head I've ever assembled. It is so accurate down to the inner frame! COOL!

If you think a Gundam resembles a samurai (look-y those side vents and v-fin), it is because it was made that way. Notice how the Zaku's (or any Zeon MS's) depict barbarians and pirates. Tomino, sir, you are a genius :)

Again, praising the color separation of parts. Only nitpick here is that I wish the red sensor was in clear piece.

This IS Gundam. Sorry Setsuna :p

Arms and shoulders. The sliding mechanism of arms does NOT work as smoothly and effectively as the legs :(

Ahhh, I haven't put the parts together in preparation for the waterslide decal application and top coat. Glad my GunPla gear is on 6th and going TURBO! BUT, expect a setback in the coming week as I may be busy again as hell at work (boo). Here's hoping my GunPla batts don't give up on me (yet again) and I would be able to continue when I have the time to continue. Oh, can't wait to try creating my DIY lightbox! Tutorials section would be up soon so watch out for that :)

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