A few tips before buying

So you want to start to buy Gundams eh? Instead of using the term “Gundam Models”, a more common term would be “Gunpla”.

A few things youshould know when buying a Gundam.

• There are four different grades, First Grade (FG), High Grade (HG), Master Grade (MG), and Perfect Grade (PG).
• In my opinion, FG Gundams look like crap. So if you are going to buy one, buy a HG at the least. MG and PG are recommended, but they are much more expensive.

Differences between FG, HG, MG, and PG

FG is the least detailed. Some colors on the Gundam maybe absent, and the mobility of the Gundam is very limited.  For example, the arm would probably be once piece which would mean only the joint at the shoulder would be able to move. I don’t even know how much First Grades cost. My guess would be $10 or so.

HG is has more mobility. Their elbows can bend, wrists can twirl, and knees can bend. They look a bit better, but of course it would be missing some color still. The price for High Grade would be around $20-$30

MG is very close to perfect grade, but not as big. Master grade can pose in positions that FG and HG can’t because MG’s mobility is obviously superior. MG Gundams would probably cost around $50 and up.

PG would be the best out there. The have a cockpit for a little pilot, their eyes can glow, their fingers move, and much more. PG has all the small essentials that fans love. Unlike the lower grades, PG’s are a lot more expensive. They range from $120-$200, but it is worth the money, in my opinion. I know plenty of people who only buy PG Gundams.

One more thing, if you don’t already know, the pictures of the models on the box are all heavily detailed. This means that your Gundam will not look like that unless you do some work to it.

Posted by Okadashi   Time posted: 7:58 am on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 |