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Dynames Gundam

Dynames Gundam

By Dreux Blalock

What can I say? As my first real venture into Gunpla – a Dynames Gundam – it was rather enjoyable. I might be biased because it is my favorite Gundam from 00, but still…
I know some people see them as “Toys” and not scale models, but I looked at this from the prospective as a stepping stone into a more in depth world.

Dynames Gundam

The Kit: Snap tight or not, I will need glue when I tackle these “High Grade” kits. (High Grade appears to be the lowest grade you can buy in America).
Also even though a lot of the parts are molded into the “correct” color, I feel that my next kit will bring me back to the old days of priming and painting.
Overall, I give the build and the Model itself a B+ for a fun few days build.

 

Dynames Gundam

The Gundam Markers:  These were totally awesome. I see me using them even on non Gundam models because they work perfect for those places I really don’t want to get dirty with pin washes. Clean up was a breeze if I messed up. (In most cases I just needed to use my thumb. For others a simple eraser was sufficient). And all I really needed to do was trace. A completely lazy yet fun way to add detail quickly! All in all I give the Markers an A.

 

Dynames Gundam

Final thoughts: I definitely want to put more Gunpla together. They are fun builds and really seem to be just like any model I have built: the more time you put into it shows. Even a 20 dollar model can look like a 200 dollar one! The “High Grades” are Bandai’s lower tier kits. This one was only around 20 dollars, but it has some decent parts to it.

 

Dynames Gundam

 

Some additional notes: The Gundam Markers: So far they really help with the panel lines, weathering, and highlights. For 4 dollars a pop these are not that bad.Breastplate: Using the grey marker I was able to put some panel lines into the chest vents The only real painting I have had to do so far: the “eyes” of the Gundam in the series are Blue. The plastic piece was red on the sprue. I used Vallejo Sky Blue for a quick cover on it. Black Gundam Marker used to fill in panel lines on the shield. The “Weathering” done with the grey marker and a cotton bud.

 

Photos by Dreux Blalock