Don Posted December 16, 2015 Share Posted December 16, 2015 Hello all, I have been working away ever so slowly on my Bandai X-Wing fighter in 1/72. Honestly, there is nothing more that I can say about this kit that hasn't already been written elsewhere. Suffice it to say this kit is pure pleasure and complete fun putting together! I can't remember the last time I had this much fun and ease building a model...its like I am a kid again! If this is how all of the Bandai SW kits are going to be like then my purchases were well made. IMHO it relegates the FM 1/72 X-Wings to a distant 2nd place...again MHO. Excuse the pictures as I am no photographer :D ! Anyway, obligatory box and sprue shot: S-foils: Cockpit (red areas are kit supplied/molded in color that will be primed over, masked and painted...Lukes helmet lacks markings in the first shot but are applied in previous shots): This shot below is just an upper and lower fuselage dry fit...this kit snaps together TIGHTLY so be warned. You end up having to pry parts away from each other if you snap them all the way. You really don't need any glue with this kit at all. More... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Don Posted December 16, 2015 Author Share Posted December 16, 2015 ...Sorry, no pictures of my X-Wing primed (Tamiya primer), but here is her current status: All paint save the yellow (Testers Acrylic RLM Yellow) are Tamiya custom mixed to my liking. Weathering done with the salt technique, dry brushing, shading, pastels, and pigments. More paint/weathering to follow as well as Luke Red 5 markings: You will also notice the GIB (Guy In Back...a.k.a R2) has not yet been installed: That's it for now all. Thanks for looking! Comments welcome. Cheers! Don. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gonzalo Posted December 16, 2015 Share Posted December 16, 2015 AWESOME! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gonzalo Posted December 16, 2015 Share Posted December 16, 2015 I absolutely love the Bandai SW kits. I am the proud owner of a Speeder Bike, Stormtrooper, and Boba Fett. They are awesome fun builds. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Don Posted December 16, 2015 Author Share Posted December 16, 2015 (edited) Thanks Gonzalo...much appreciated ! Edited December 17, 2015 by Don Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GreyGhost Posted December 16, 2015 Share Posted December 16, 2015 Looking really good, Don! -Gregg Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Benner Posted December 17, 2015 Share Posted December 17, 2015 look'n good. just a personal preference, I prefer a more simple stand base that what is given in the Bandai kits. I feel it makes it seem gimmicky. still dream'n someone will do the other star fighters in 1:72 ... B-Wing please! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Don Posted December 17, 2015 Author Share Posted December 17, 2015 Thanks very much Gregg and Benner! With regards the Bandai stands I tend to agree that they look a tad toy like and can cheapen the overall look of the model (as do the clear laser cannon bolts and proton torpedo shots IMHO). I used the stand for this build but my other X-Wings will use a clear rod instead. I also hope Bandai will continue to produce more SW kits. These really are a treat to build! A B-Wing would indeed be cool, as would an ARC-170, Headhunter, Republic Gunship, Republic Drop Ship and PLEASE...PLEASE...for Pete's sakes can we get a new Star Destroyer already!! Thanks again guys. Stay tuned for the finished product. Cheers! Don. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
crackerjazz Posted December 17, 2015 Share Posted December 17, 2015 Wow, beautiful job, Don!!! Yes, Bandai should produce more kits! A 1/72 TFA Falcon for me - in extreme detail like only Bandai can - but with less brittle parts that work with mineral spirits, please, heheh. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dekon70 Posted December 17, 2015 Share Posted December 17, 2015 Awesome looking build! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
su27rules Posted December 18, 2015 Share Posted December 18, 2015 Very nice!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Don Posted December 18, 2015 Author Share Posted December 18, 2015 Thanks guys! I should have a completed build by Monday or Tuesday to post pictures. I appreciate the comments. Don. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Don Posted December 31, 2015 Author Share Posted December 31, 2015 Completed a mere 12 hours before 2016! Without a doubt my favorite smaller scale X-Wing kit. Pure joy to build. Sorry about the lighting and the dark photos. Its been so dark in my neck of the woods and I don't have a photo booth or dedicated space set aside so I rely on the sun...which has disappeared. Thanks all for taking of your time to look and perhaps comment. I hope you all have a healthy, happy, safe, and prosperous 2016! Cheers! Don. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
toadwbg Posted January 13, 2016 Share Posted January 13, 2016 (edited) Love the build. May have to aquire some of these kits. Edited January 13, 2016 by toadwbg Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Don Posted January 13, 2016 Author Share Posted January 13, 2016 Love the build. May have to aquite some of these kits. Do it...you won't regret it! Honestly these Bandai SW kits are completely stress free and pure fun. No hassles, no fit issues, no gaps. Even the decals are really quite good. They are a great way to jump start your building. Thanks for looking and commenting . Cheers! Don. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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