Bandai DX Chogokin Macross F Sayonara no Tsubasa VF-19 Advance About 250mm ABS & PVC & die-cast Painted Action Figure

I look happily upon my mantle at it every day. Once a month I make adjustments to it, and shift its poses. A light dusting is also perform.My only critique, which isn't much of one, is the time and sensitivity it takes to transform between modes. Then, one other concern is that the adaptable stand doesn't come with full instructions of use.

This is easily one of my favourite Macross figures. This is an excellent model of the YF-19 that transforms from Valkyrie Fighter (Jet) mode, to Gerwalk and Battroid (robot) mode. As with all Macross figures, Gerwalk mode is probably going to be everyone's least favourite. So I won't spend any time on that here. Let's talk about:The Good:• Absolutely breathtaking jet mode. You're probably going to display it in this mode most frequently. It is my favourite mode, hands down.• The wings can fold into multiple modes: Attack, Cruise and Fast - all look just fantastic.• The Canards next to the cockpit can collapse and fold (a function of transformation) to protect them from transport damage.• Excellent articulation in Battroid mode facilitated by ball joints on ankles, arms, elbows, shoulders and head.• Ratchet joints on knees and hip.• Die Cast on all joints (which is now standard for all DX Chogokin Macross figures).• The figure is extremely sturdy. No flopping around, except in Gerwalk mode (the point of this mode is lost on me, TBH).• NEW: Articulated fingers! (thumb and index, with other fingers joined - but can fold into a fist and flexed out as needed).• Lots of additional animated hands in different poses• The hands now have a tab to hold the gun in place, after which you can fold the articulated fingers into place around the gun.• The FAST PACK goes on fairly easily though I did have some trouble with this (more on this later).• Cockpit canopy opens and closes (again, standard with DX Chogokin Macross figures)• Rubber tires, and DIE CAST landing gear that can neatly fold in and out for jet mode. Jet mode also rolls really well.• FABULOUS transparent stand and clips for holding the wing assembly in place when dynamically posing in Battroid mode.• The figure can stand on its own. It has a great center of gravity in Battroid mode. You probably won't need the stand for most poses.• Point Break Green fireball looks pretty darn cool!• Light piping in Battroid mode!• Super fun transformation! There are some really cool gimmicks at play when transforming this figure.• The instructions are FANTASTIC! They may be in Japanese, but you'll still be able to follow along quite easily.The Bad:• The wing canards on the right side tab in PRETTY TIGHT. Be careful when you begin transformation from Jet mode.• The cockpit and wing canards are pretty thin - TOO thin. I can see someone breaking this fairly easily.• The wing assembly is STUPIDLY tight. Be VERY, VERY careful when unfolding it for transformation. It will cause damage if not done precisely.• The air brake stabilizer that transforms into the Battroid shield is INCREDIBLY delicate. Handle with EXTREME care.• Handle this figure with kid gloves if you don't want to bend or break anything during transformation. It is not particularly rugged at all.• Gerwalk mode is a mess. It can barely stand on its own. Easily the weakest (and most pointless mode) of this figure.• The fast pack booster on the right side (your left when facing the figure) doesn't clip in very well.The WTF:• SHARP EDGES! OMG - You can DRAW BLOOD just by handling this thing. Don't let your kids ANYWHERE near this!• Why are so many of the wing and canard elements SO THIN?! I can see them bending and breaking with any fair use.SHOULD YOU BUY?Oh GOD, YES! It's definitely not the strongest (or the sexiest) in the DX Chogokin Macross figure series. But it is without a doubt the most fun figure they've released yet. There's so much more you can do that hasn't been included in this review. GET IT WHILE YOU STILL CAN on Amazon Prime! It is without a doubt one of Bandai Tamashi's best Macross figures to date. Just be careful of those sharp edges. You can lose an eye or break skin if not careful. Aside from that, expect to spend a few hours with this figure once you get it out of the box. It is solid entertainment.

Wow! I really could not tell it was pre owned at all, even the mini fig was still in the factory sealed bag with the hands, not even sure it is possible for it to be owned and be this quality! Highly recommend this seller!

Love it!