Gundam?????

[Drpepeprz]

I'm thinking about making a gundam for my kid for xmas....never done anything like that before is there anything i should know or different tools i shoudl get before getting started??

THX!

 

[Grendels]

Gundams are very different than other models. They come molded in color, so some don't paint them. They are very well engineered kits, so painting can actually be a big challenge. Since the parts fit so tightly, you often have to sand the parts so that once painted, they can still move.

The also come in various grades.

RG: they are 1/144 scale, very well engineered, and articulated. They are also not very expensive.
HG: Kind of the lower line. Scale varies, and the details are soft, and the mobile suits are not very articulate.
MG: The deluxe model. Well detailed, articulated, usually 1/100 scale.
PG: This is the top of the line, expensive, very well detailed, indivual fingers will move on the hands. Expect to pay $200 minimum for one. 1/60 scale.

Mega sized. 1/48 scale, not the best detail, just very large.

You can find out more information here:

http://www.scalemodeladdict.com/SMF/index.php/topic,6938.0.html

 

[Drpepeprz]

Like usual Grendels you got the exact info i was looking for! XD

I've seen the local comic book store started selling them, i'll keep that info in mind when i go shopping

 

[TheDeadRumors]

i would also suggest researching which models are really good. by that i mean which ones don't fall apart in your hands due to poor connection or poor design choice in mobility, looks, connections , etc...

 

[Beork]

depending on how old your kid is, you could consider SD (Super deformed) gundam models as well. These are all cute and drwarflike, I think Chibi is the term used mostly.

 

[Grendels]

depending on how old your kid is, you could consider SD (Super deformed) gundam models as well. These are all cute and drwarflike, I think Chibi is the term used mostly.

And most of these are quite fun to build.