Premium Bandai HG 1/144 D 鋼彈 Second

The articulation in the 1/144 scale is surprisingly sharp, especially around the chest and shoulder armor where it really captures the D Gundam's silhouette. Build was a smooth hour and a half, and the fit on the joints is nice and tight for posing.

The panel lines and molded detail on this 1/144 kit are surprisingly crisp for a High Grade, and the build felt satisfyingly tight without any loose parts. It's got a nice presence on the shelf for its size, and the extra accessories from the Premium release make it feel worth the hunt.

The joints on this kit hold poses way better than I expected for an HG, and the 1/144 scale fits perfectly with the rest of my shelf. Build took me about two evenings, but the detail on the D Gundam Second really pops once you get the panel lining done.