Here we have the soon to be released VF-1S with Super & Strike Parts set, up for a hands on review. Yamato started off their new 1/60 scale line with Macross Zero Valkyries followed by Macross Plus Valks and now this summer they will re-introduce the classic Macross Valks to this line as well. We actually took this product sample along with us to Anime Expo 2008 to gauge collectors interest and the response was positive.??

Please note the VF-1S Weathering Special seen in the pictures below does not belong to Overdrive and we will not answer any questions about the item.

Yamato has jammed packed allot of stuff in a similar styled flip top window box similar to their 1/48 line only this time leaving no room for wasted space. Just about even inch inside the box is occupied by interchangeable parts. As you can see in these box comparison pictures the new packaging is a lot more space saver friendly.

Standard contents are VF-1S decal sheet, Fast Pack decal sheet, instruction manual, taped to the back side of the cardboard tray. The insert trays are stackable, which well for the amount of accessories included. Additional accessories are an additional set of preset hands, Macross display stand adapters too for all three variable modes, and a new forearm mounting device that can be used with another 1/60 VF-1S’s removable cockpit. One thing I did find odd was that the gun pod did not have a strap. The gun pod does have the mounting holes for a strap but maybe the product samples were packed with out them.

Fighter Mode:

From the very second you have this Valk in your hands you know it feels allot more sturdy than a 1/48. You just want to toss on the missiles and run around the room going “SWOOSH, SWOOSH!” The new smaller scale really brings out a lot of the panel line details, and lots of tempo tampo printed markings all over the Valk.

Gerwalk Mode:

The Gerwalk mode just looks absolutely gorgeous! The legs have lots of articulation for a mecha toy and it really gives it an authentic anime action look.

Battroid Mode:

Finally the Battroid, and it’s as sturdy and solid as they come. The new head now has a pivoting neck, adjustable shoulders covers, and a newly designed elbow joint gives the the Valk more action pose freedom.

Super & Strike parts :

The icing on the cake that simply seals the deal one purchasing this new set. The fast pack set is almost the same as the 1/48 fast pack set, the only difference is that the missiles are not removable. Yamato has simply out did themselves with this release.