Sunday 2 January 2011

Macross VF-1J Takatoku Battroid Valkyrie Figure









Just a simple start to 2011 and as simple as the title suggested, this is just a toy of Macross VF-1J in its simplest form that is non-transformable with only a rifle as its only accessory. The paint work ain't detail with some parts painted out of alignment. The figure looks out of proportion like blockhead. So why I do still buy it? I guess having it bring memories of my childhood. Just a simple toy like this in the past be it Macross or Gundam would give boys of my generation lotz of happiness. You can call it the nostalgic feel a vintage toy brings to me.

7 comments:

LEon said...

It's very you bro. How old is this toy again?

sl619 said...

if this is made in the 80s then it's still a commendable work. I dont think this brand still exist now though. lol

Dennis aka Katsuden said...

>> LEon
You know me well bro! The packaging did not state the year of production beside 'Made in Japan', but judging from appearance, It's definitely from the 80's.

>> sl619
Takatoku existed between 1970s and 1980s and this is their earlier toy range before their famous 1/55 scale transformable valkyries. This toy has survived long...

bluedrakon said...

I think simple is a understatement - such a large packaging for such a small figure.

oh, yea, Happy New Year!

Dennis aka Katsuden said...

>> Bluedrakon
In think the Japanese emphasized a lot on packaging so that's way even for a small toy, the toy come with styrofoam insert and was packed in bigger box.

chrismandesign said...

when u say simple, u really mean it !!!... & u hav a strongt nostalgia pal, i must say... i mean, strong enough to buy this toy... i used to hate vintage toys for the simple reason they r vintage & i prefer the the recent ones... however, there r some well manufactured vintage toys with lot of details, but this is not the case, it’s too simple for my taste but suitable for u & that´s the important thing here =)

Dennis aka Katsuden said...

Cool new avatar so we could see how you look like better. It's true that this toy is too simple and lacks the detail. I got it during the time when I had spare cash when I browse thru eBay the other time.

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