Premium Bandai MG 1/100 Tallgeese II

The pre-molded inner frame makes assembly so much faster than I expected, and the white armor panels snap on cleanly without needing paint. It took about three evenings to finish, and the finished kit has a nice solid feel on the shelf.

The wait was well worth it; the plastic quality feels premium and the articulation is surprisingly good for a 1/100 scale. I’ve spent hours posing it, and the included decals make it pop without any aftermarket parts.

The panel lines on this kit are incredibly crisp, making it a joy to snap together. Even with the 6-8 week wait, the detail on the Tallgeese II's shield and thrusters is exactly what I hoped for.