October | 2015 | Gunpla's SD Dude

SD fans!! Looking for some kits, but doesn’t know who to go to? Here is someone who can answer all you SD needs!! ( And other hobbies alike. )

Introducing! Mr. Jim Philip Almirañez !!

Q: Its a great honor to have Mr. Jim, here with us. So, how does it feel to be featured as SDnatic of the month??

A: I was “surprised”, I didn’t know that I will be part of this wonderful article I just read and saw in the web especially Facebook.

Q: Can you share to us, who Jim is?

A: “Jim” is a person who is fond of toy collecting especially when the budget is met (the so-called “P100 Adventure”). Any toy he knows that would get his interest especially Mechas. Brand is not an issue to him, but he is a critic in terms of the item condition (prefers brand new and with box). Also loves to graphic designs/layout using Photoshop. He’s also an antique collector. ^_^

Q: What Gundam series brought you to the world of Gundam and why?

A: The immortal series, “Gundam Wing”, I fell inlove with the mecha design, ohh… The highschool days… *reminiscing*, just I want to hear the opening theme “Just Communication” and the sound of the Gundams while there in action (does robot/gear sounds).

Q: Who is your favorite Gundam character? What did you like about him/her?

A: Favorite? hmm. kinda hard question, but my first choice is Chang Wu Fei, we have the same characteristics. Does the job on his own, a risk taker…

Q: What is your favorite mobile suit?

A: Another hard question, but for me the best, Zeta Gundam.

Q: Let’s talk about Gunpla. When did you start Gunpla building?

A: Well I started building gunpla in 2006, but I started to dream to have one since 2001 (still have the manual given to me by my bestfriend)

Q: How long have you been building Gunpla?

A: 2006 stopped, the 2011-2014, total of 4 years.

Q: What was you very first kit and why did you choose that model?

A: Bandai FG Sword Impulse, the color. My favorite color is red.

Q : Are you an SD fan?

A: Yes.

Q: What do SD models have, that caught your attention and inspired you to collect?

A: Sangokuden kits and SD Action Figures.

Q: What is your favorite SD kit? Why?

A: BB #148 SD Wing Gundam, it’s rare nowadays. And you can see the persona from it’s box that’s already a vintage.

Q: How many SD models you have now?

A: 12 Model kits and 2 SD Action Figures.

Q: And many more to come?

A: Yes! Hope to complete the SDAF Wing Gundams

Now that is an SD fan!!

Q: Do you have a dream SD kit or is there a kit that you really want? Or an SD kit that you hope Bandai would make?

A: Gouken Gundam Kirahagane Gokusai (Classic SD to HG kit).

Q: To finish things up, how about a word of inspiration to other SD fanatics?

Jim:

Hobby is part of our lives. If you know to yourself that you love collecting, DON’T STOP. There are small things that can make you happy even if it’s just P50 or P100. Learn to appreciate even the smallest things, its worthwhile, trust me.

And thank you also Mr. Jim Philip Almiranez for letting us, know you. Keep buildin’!! And more love for SD!!

Every month, we will be featuring a fellow SDnatic!! Those whose love for SD Gunpla go way beyond…If your one of us, or knows someone who is, just let me know.

Till the next kit,
SD Dude

Hey SD fans!! It’s been a hell of a week for Gundam fans as the latest Gundam series ” Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans” has just aired it’s first episode, and back here, the GBWC2015 Philippines Qualifiers!! I’ll be featuring the SD entries but for now, let’s just focus on this gal!!

The “Kurenai Musha” Red Warrior Amazing!! And she is amazing!!! Why she? well…

Because of the hair! Hah! And it’s made by Lady Kawaguchi! 🙂 Gotta love the kit’s details though!!

The Hair…

A few color separated parts would have made a big difference, I mean the kit looks Red and Yellow bare. Just look at the Wheel Armor… well at least the gimmicks are good!

The Hyper Bazooka …

…which can be switched to a Gatling Gun. Also, it can be placed either on the left or the right.

And the articulation of the Hyper Bazooka.

It also has a pair of Kunai! Those are detailed by stickers by the way.

And its main weapon, the Famed Sword “Beniaoi” the sticker is not bad, but a bit tricky.

Lastly, the Musha Cross Cannon, formed from the combination of the backpack, the hyper bazooka, wheel armor, shoulder armor and part of the head armor.

Oh, almost forgot, the trademark “Kawaguchi Shades” (I just decided to call it that 😉 )

And the kits articulation? Well its a bit restricted, specially when the Hyper Bazooka is attached and with the Wheel Armors too.

Well, to sum it all up, the only cons for this kit would be that It looks really bare even with the stickers, but then again, the kit’s base color is red. Also, maybe its because of the ball joints that recent SD kits, like this, have this restricted feel, and at times, joints gets loose. Pros? The gimmicks, the panel details, its fun to build. A few panel lining, and it will look good overall.