Bandai HCM 1/144 Gundam Mk-II Feature | Z Gunpla High Complete Model

[@areasevenpro]

10:39 - Actually, the 1990 HG Gundam Mk-II kit has an opening cockpit hatch.

[@HobbyClubhouse]

Wait it does!? Man I must have forgotten... I actually had it when I was small

[@alfianfahmi5430]

​@@HobbyClubhouse I believe Kakarot197 mentioned it on his review 🤔

[@MrDarksol]

Thanks to you and a very small majority of the vtubers that I'm checking out I'm starting to appreciate the idea of just talking about something that's old and see if it still stands the test of time even to this day. The fact that you do a good chunk of model kit reviews and a majority of them are older models to still see if they could still stand up to the big boys it's very nice and heart warming.

[@daysleeperCid]

I just love it when a gunpla review does not only focus on the aesthetics and articulations but also the context of its existence and backstory. Very interesting and informative review Hobby Clubhouse!

[@HobbyClubhouse]

There's a lot more than looks and articulation that gets us excited about some kits after all:)

[@ViSi2304]

I love how i can usually never guess what you're gonna review next. There's lots of channels that just review "the new hg", and im glad you're not one of them, surprising us with these really interesting and retrospective reviews.

[@HobbyClubhouse]

New stuff bring in more new viewers, but I really love non-mainstream stuff

[@baddubs2826]

The MK 2 casually shooting the Bazooka without shoulder support and absolutely shattering its arm

[@HobbyClubhouse]

It really does kinda look like "whatever" with that other arm down in that shot

[@baddubs2826]

@HobbyClubhouse It's great, I honestly might make a sketch of SD MK 2 where i make him shoot a zaku but its framed as some sort of "annoying job" I feel like that would be funny.

[@pkt0827]

Only 5 days since the last video release? We getting really good now

[@HobbyClubhouse]

Next video is a big one so gotta get started on that one as soon as I can:)

[@Supahcheese]

As a fan of Gunpla for only about teo years now the hobby history videos of yours are such an informative and interesting look in its early years. Still regularly go back to the 80s non Gundam model kit lines vid and the Gunpla shop ones. Another banger from the king, truly no-one does it like HC 🙏🙏🙏

[@HobbyClubhouse]

You know, I actually watch those videos regularly myself😂 Thank you for your kind words, passion projects like those videos and this don't bring in the big views, but I love them too much to care a lot:) so it's great to hear positive feedback

[@arcticarduino]

Was mind blown to see this model had a butterfly joint, that's so neat.

[@HobbyClubhouse]

They really poured a ton of work into designing all the HCM not-models. The most sophisticated one I've had hands-on with is probably the L-Gaim Mk-II

[@cybelisk1526]

Keep in mind trade info was largely distributed by print back then and free information most definitely not at everyone’s fingertips. The publication appears to be aimed at a younger (and possibly first time business owners) who may or may not be sales oriented. It’s an artifact from a different world.

[@miguelm5074]

Man i kove how you cover older kits, your videos are also very calming and informative. Also this kit looks pretty good even for modern standards.

[@HobbyClubhouse]

I know right? This would be such an interesting thing to have on display along with other new models since it looks like no other Mk-II you'd see today

[@hazenthal761]

It's good to see you consistent uploads from you again Hobby Clubhouse. These reviews with retrospectives for the kits are a breath of fresh air.

[@HobbyClubhouse]

Trying with all my might to make things run regularly:) Glad there are people who enjoy non-mainstream Gundam model content💪

[@Ohmygodiamonfire]

Love just seeing like, the history of Bandai's weird attempts to corner every single possible market for Gundam fans from back in the earlier days. Really makes you appreciate how far we've come.

[@HobbyClubhouse]

Bandai really tried hard to develop entirely new markets beyond teens and children in the 80's and 90's. They never really succeeded, but their fans grew up and the problem kinda solved itself with the huge enthusiast / collectors market today:)

[@azymorath]

A blast to the past! I used to collect HCM Pro figures in the far 2008, before switching to model kits. As of today I still own the Super HCM Pro Zaku II, which keeps being beutiful and impressive to this date. Said so, I noticed the your HCM MK II has in the side skirts the slots to holster the beam rifle or the bazooka ammo, nifty.

[@HobbyClubhouse]

I googled that just now. I actually didn't know they did a crazy package set like that. The Zaku II already came with a lot of stuff in the original package And yeah, there are those slots there on the side. The gun doesn't have connectors for it though...

[@bntrs]

i love the retro kit reviews & history videos! there isn't much english coverage of this topic besides reviewers who dismiss the old products for being bad so i'm glad there's someone who gives them a chance and puts them in historical context

[@seyfert7778]

This is like the 2nd time I'm commenting on a channel I really enjoy watching. A lot of Gunpla reviewers usually bore me I find myself skipping through half the video but your videos are so well researched, well edited that I've watched 90% of the reviews while you were absent from the KZbin. I occasionally would check on this channel during that time to see if I may have missed a video or something because KZbin can be really weird with recommending things or showing stuff from the channels that didn't upload in ages. Glad to see you uploading again, this channel is genuinely the most underrated Gunpla channel on the platform and I only wish great things for you and for this channel to happen in the future. Thank you for the great content I am looking forward to more and have a great rest of your day.

[@HobbyClubhouse]

Makes my day to hear all of that:) Takes quite a bit more work to make videos in this form, which is why it's very encouraging to know it all brings value💪 I sure will have a great rest of my day now

[@orimaoz99]

Hey, I found your channel through this video while looking up random old Gundam models! Needless to say I binged so many of your videos by now. Great work! I'm really glad to have someone reviewing ancient Gundam kits and models in such thorough detail in English. Can't wait for more videos!

[@HobbyClubhouse]

Videos like this don't usually bring in big views from searches so I'm super glad it brought you here! Welcome :)

[@TokyoFilthy]

I absolutely love whenever your customs make it into a video, you should def showcase them more often!

[@munooro]

2:05 that's me! Im one of those people that grew up with HCM pro. Never knew about its predecessor, very informative video

[@borgar1765]

honestly a fascinating piece of history. And yes, this is how I learned why HCM Pro line is called, well, Pro. In my defense these aren't and weren't really available where I live and my only familiarity with them is gushing over pictures of the HCM Pro Zaku JC.

[@HobbyClubhouse]

I think you stated a common example of missed sales from the HCM Pro line. They were less exorbitant than classic HCM, but they were still kinda pricey. I remember loving the Super Gundam but not being able to casually buy it with the pocket money I had...

[@wilfredlau218]

This recall my memory about holding this very first Mk-2 that has an open hatch on my hands. Thanks for the detail review.

[@Sebastian04118]

Happy to see you posting reviews again i enjoy watching your videos

[@HobbyClubhouse]

This time it's something quite special to me, hope you enjoy it!

[@narutoman876]

So happy to have your content back

[@RWnope]

11:44 You HAVE to show off more of those customs. I adore your kit reviews, but I never knew you went that hard with your builds. Would love to see more of that kitbashing and model making side of you!

[@HobbyClubhouse]

Thank you! I'm very much a builder:) I do want to make build videos too, and I always wonder how the Japanese Crafta channel does it so quick...

[@RWnope]

@HobbyClubhouse don't worry about matching people's speed. Based on how many people waited for you to come back, I know people won't mind if the content isn't instant with stuff like that. The quality of videos you put out makes it more than worth it.

[@shashummga3477]

YES!!! Finally, somebody looks at one of these HCM guys. I really want the Gallia

[@EbullientSMP]

A 1/144 HCM! I never would ahve thought some would ever be shown on KZbin! I actually have the Prototype Dom because the Robot Spirits didn't exist at the time. It's a nice little piece of history!

[@bagea]

i find it interesting how it has compatibility with the zeta era 1/144th weapons set, like any fans who bought the HCM kits as their first introduction to the series can be slowly eased into making more complex gunpla (and mainline 1/144th) with that weapons set as a start

[@HobbyClubhouse]

That really might be. Once they get accustomed to the first kit, they won't be as afraid to buy the second one. The G Defenser compatibility is probably for the same reason

[@WYTUBEKK]

I just got the MSZ-006 Z-Gundam from this series as well. It looks very new, almost mint. I thought it might be a reproduction, but I couldn’t find any details about a new production date. If it’s truly from 1985, I’m absolutely thrilled!

[@HobbyClubhouse]

You got quite a famous/infamous member of the family:) The Zeta is known for its rather funky proportions (super wide upper chest and also stumpy Wave Rider nose) It was made on and off during the 80's but it should be quite old if you have one. I don't think it was reprinted in the 90's and it's a slightly rarer HCM

[@WYTUBEKK]

Thank you very much for the information. You’re right about the Zeta wide chest and the WaveRider nose >_< They look odd in a good nostalgic way.

[@Nonameplz_]

I actually really love the proportions of this model! I kind of hope they remake the mark 2 with these proportions sometime down the road, just like what they did with the recent new old rx-78 release

[@ohmabones2492]

I’ve always love the old chunkier desings when it came to figures, to me it always felt more accurate to what I saw on the shows

[@HobbyClubhouse]

This look has been quite in fashion recently, I've seen several builders mix the classic 1/100 kit with the MG to make this thicc boy

[@luffy11234]

The nubs and scuffs weren't a mistake, it was a way for people to learn how to take apart and rebuild the kits while learning how to sand. Those geniuses. But no for 1985 this kit doesn't look bad at all. Basic enough, but better than expected. I started building kits in the late 90's so im familiar with how old kits used to be. Heck I built some lil SD guy from the early 90's at one point and that was a blast.

[@HobbyClubhouse]

I think the HCM line really did give people nice colored products to display in a time when such things were really rare. We're spoiled for choice nowadays, but back then nicely colored finished products really weren't so common

[@RaiJolt2]

Now that you’re back you are uploading like crazy! I hope you don’t burn yourself out

[@muffintosay5125]

gotta love old som what obscure models. really cool to see how it worked back then.

[@HobbyClubhouse]

It's cool to see what the best money could buy for the day:) (Although there's still the crazy Deluxe Mk-II above this guy...)

[@r8420hp]

The way this was marketed as a pre-made model kit is interesting. Kotobukiya just started their P3 line (Pre-painted, Pre-assembeld Plamodel), basically what this was suppose to be but with actual of-the-shelf kits.

[@HobbyClubhouse]

You know what, that really is nearly the same. I hadn't paid much attention to that. I bet they even market it the same way

[@landwand]

I remember the stapled bags! Thanks for reminding me of my childhood!!

[@SamRK-1000]

Cool to see some more Gundam/Gunpla history! About the smell of the inside of the box-I actually went to an antique store in rural Ohio a little while ago with the family, and found an old LE MANS Ferrari model kit, back when Testors would make model kits. The box was pretty horribly crushed, and upon opening…MOLD! YAY! It did have an odor, the mold was everywhere (moreso green mold you’d see on bread or moss) and the decal sheet had merged into one of the promotional sheets inside the box. I think the kit is from 1998??? A very old model by my standards 😅 It’s actually molded really well and as far as I can tell, the construction on it is quite good. It’s better than even some AMT kits of the time or even some modern AMT car kits 🫢 It’s surprising how awful some of those kits still are. And that Ferrari kit also had stapled bags! I wasn’t even alive for that kit being around, but it still feels similar to look at the bag and imagine being a kid back then. Have a good week everyone :D

[@gameboyGuild]

this is one of the coolest and most interesting gunpla lines

[@kxgr9522]

Older kits are so damn beautiful A lot of modern fans seem to expect a perfect "toy" out of box with every new release but they seem to forget or look down on the things that came before and basically walked (as much as the 80s articulation allowed them to) so that the modern kits can run

[@HobbyClubhouse]

A recent example I noticed with some heart are the Robot Damashii ver ANIME figures that care a lot about making something special. New figure products can often be over-stuffed with glam to the point of being a bit exhausting

[@kxgr9522]

@HobbyClubhouse in general, western fans demand everything Bandai makes to have a lot of details and don't like anime accuracy This is why you see a rise in third party kits which imo look hideous since they aren't just detailed They're overdetailed So much so that it creates this ugly visual noise that doesn't look "cool" nor does it fit the "real robot" aesthetic which many use to describe them I guess in the eyes of someone who doesn't care about the anime, complexity is their priority Which is also why many gunpla builders hate old kits since they're neither complex nor perfect out of box

[@artoriasabysswalker6006]

Really like those little game clips you've been using lately, they fit in quite nicely!

[@HobbyClubhouse]

Thanks! Nothing like seeing the MS in actual combat to get excited about kits

[@Dormye]

Gundam MK II is such a beauty Now you got me to build my MG MK II

[@HobbyClubhouse]

I've been waiting for the MG Super Gundam for such a long time now (which is the only convenient way to get the 1.0 Mk-II...)

[@pixxellie]

fantastic video as always! I love finding stapled bags, but even more I like finding those strange mini glue bottles.

[@HobbyClubhouse]

Thank you so much! This was a video I wanted to make for a long time. I have a bunch of old stuff, but I think I've only ever encountered three boxes with the Cemedine glue inside them...

[@Peweskimooxy]

How interesting! I was familiar with HCM Pro but never knew much about HCM. Love interesting niche products like this.

[@realmarkinator]

I'm glad you've been uploading a lot more recently. I've been missing your Gunpla reviews. No other KZbinr fills the historical niche that your Gunpla videos do, none for english speaking audiences atleast.

[@HobbyClubhouse]

If I had to compete against Japanese KZbinrs for classic stuff, they'd steamroll me with their massive knowledge and access to rare stuff:) Glad to be able to show all this cool stuff to English viewers though, especially when Gundam models are growing so quickly in popularity on this side

[@GigglemaxJestercel]

Happy to see you back

[@HobbyClubhouse]

Glad to be back to a more regular schedule:)

[@CaneMcKeyton]

Honestly a very admirable figure for the 1980

[@HobbyClubhouse]

Still manages to look good on a shelf -- as long as you don't ask it to do any poses

[@kt-fn7uz]

I believe the spirit of HCM is still alive with the HCM Pro (sadly discontinued) and the G-Frame kits (different Bandai division)

[@HobbyClubhouse]

In my heart, the Robot Damashii ANIME line do a very similar job. Oddly, the HCM folks got their wish since figures like Robot Damashii are now made by Bandai Collectors Division, which is mostly an offshoot of the Hobby Division. The toy side indeed makes nice stuff like G-Frame and the insane Shokugan Modelling Project stuff

[@kt-fn7uz]

@ Any plans on reviewing the shokugan stuff? Would be interesting to see how Bandai's toy division tackle model kit construction

[@Hestroah1337]

I physically recoiled at the nubs being gouged out like that

[@HobbyClubhouse]

The pits left from where they were torn off are quite horrible

[@douglas10th]

Glad to see you back so soon!

[@HobbyClubhouse]

Gotta get started on the next video after this because it's a big one:)

[@zafranorbian757]

The beamrifles sidehandle reminds me of the Sidehandle of Dragonar 1s rifle.

[@HobbyClubhouse]

🌟 gold star for a Dragonar 1 mention

[@zafranorbian757]

@HobbyClubhouse I was really enjoying building the modern HG of Draginar 1, wich by the way is one of the best HGs I ever build. So I bought the Box with 4 of the old kits from 1987. I only build the Dains so far, but it really shows what was possible but also what builders still needed to do themselves in 1987. The Bazooka having a BB shooter function was a nice touch as well.

[@razorthecurse]

Regarding the stapled bags, I actually bought a model kit of an SD King Ghidorah recently, by Fujimi, from their 70th anniversary line, and those runners came in plastic bags that were stapled instead of vacuum sealed, so, idk if some kit companies still do this overall, but, it's neat to see it, just like on the MK II's~

[@HobbyClubhouse]

I had no idea Fujimi still did that. Smaller makers probably find it easier to do that for smaller lots of products. I've seen old photos of Bandai factory ladies just sitting at a table and stapling bags by hand. Sure hope Fujimi has machines to staple their King Ghidora kits...

[@primusvsunicron1]

definitely try to review more HCM

[@HobbyClubhouse]

It's quite handy that there are plenty on sale. Budget is another matter though

[@MechaWorkz]

Return of the King

[@HobbyClubhouse]

👑💪

[@Doiboy35]

I always find it interesting when toy companies try tackling the market from different angles like this. I wonder if there were other non Gunpla options out there at the time that were more affordable?

[@HobbyClubhouse]

For more serious products there really weren't cheaper alternatives back then. There was the more expensive Deluxe Mk-II, and then beneath HCM is either models or smaller toy products

[@forrestcactus64]

HE IS GONE AGAIN CHAT!!

[@cakebake4211]

right, just when it seemed like the channel's back to weekly release... EDIT: the twitter account remains active this time around, but it seems hobby clubhouse traded youtube content for twitter engagement (sigh), i guess everyone has their own unique priorities.

[@AidansBuildsYT]

I’d love to get my hands on the Gallia from this line. Especially after this vid I want to see how it compares to the original kit.

[@PurpleType]

You've got some cool looking custom mk ii's

[@HobbyClubhouse]

Thank you so much:) They were made for GBWC but never made it in time. Still love them a ton afterwards when they were finished though

[@marljhonamolat1127]

I used to collect the 1:200 HCM Pro from Gundam Seed Destiny, Mobile Suit Gundam and Gundam 00 before... Its just sad that this was discontinued.

[@HobbyClubhouse]

The OO ones looked so good! I loved the Dynames from the line. Maybe I should find the HCM Pro Super Gundam and make a video for it...

[@marljhonamolat1127]

@HobbyClubhouse my favorite HCM Pro still is the Exia Ignition mode because of it very unique color and still up to this day Im still looking for the 1:144 Super HCM Pro Rx-78-2, Chars Zaku because of its opening armor gimmicks and especially the Gundam Unicorn because that was the 1st transformable on that scale.

[@JomasterTheSecond]

"Solid and heavy/And Finished Goods"

[@teknonaught]

7:40 Actually this is why until even now i don't have much 'complete figures' because the visual defects (like paint bubbles or misaligned decals) and the nubs and imperfection (and loose joints too in some cases, looking at you TakTom!) usually annoys me to no end, even if it's on a hidden spot and also, most modern figures didn't have the "luxury" of, for example, this HCM, that can be disassembled by the user.

[@HobbyClubhouse]

I see modern pre-assembled products often glued shut everywhere or even sonic-welded together. If not, there's usually a ton of clips to lock everything down. They're super scared of lawsuits I guess, but like you said, fixing them up isn't as straight-forward as the Mk-II here

[@Nabil-z6n]

I love your content it is very informative and i love your love for gundam pleasa keep going❤

[@HobbyClubhouse]

Thank you so much! Videos like this makes me really happy to watch too, so for sure I'll be making more!

[@mondaystudiobeep-hp9hs]

TIL that HCM is actually from Bandai and it's unfortunate that they decided to drop the "model" aspect for the HCM Pro line.

[@nathanhozhixianmoe6786]

When is the dodai review?

[@HobbyClubhouse]

*avoids direct eye contact

[@jonhy8351]

That L-Gaim is badass

[@HobbyClubhouse]

I had the L-Gaim Mk-II when I was small and really loved it. It moved quite a bit better than the Gundam Mk-II here

[@BansheeNT-D]

Fantastic review! Any chance of an Agg review? ❤

[@hutao5130]

woah new video already? nice brother

[@HobbyClubhouse]

The next video after this is a big one so gotta get to it sooner:)

[@primusvsunicron1]

this is basically Robot Spirits before Robot Spirits

[@HobbyClubhouse]

Ye they are, especially the Ver ANIME ones feel similar in spirit

[@austinreed7343]

When was the last reprint of this line? It would also be interesting to see a review of the deluxe figure.

[@HobbyClubhouse]

The last reprint was that 2006 batch with the Titans Mk-II and blue Hizack. They're not hard to find and there's a ton of them floating around The Deluxe figure is a dangerous rabbit hole I dare not go near without enough money 💰

[@jigdo5217]

alright, my faith is restored.

[@HobbyClubhouse]

💪✨

[@gellog0530]

i have the hcm l-gaim mk-ii it was still in its original colors not yellowing but the arms are so brittle it broke off

[@JustinMacabio]

Not related to the video but would you buy the bootleg hguc gouf flight types considering there practically a fraction of the price in comparison to the official ones and from the reviews I've seen the quality is on par with the official ones

[@laxiden1595]

Tamiya mini 4wd kit still to this day use staple on their plastic bag lol

[@JJTheSpartan_117]

Man we're eating good tonight

[@HobbyClubhouse]

Hope the stale 30-year-old pigeon has enough good meat on it

[@JJTheSpartan_117]

@HobbyClubhouse at this point anything remotely edible is good enough🙏🙏

[@irfandanial1094]

There's one kit i would like you to review. The MG Gundam Mk V. I want to learn more about the kit and the lore of the gundam

[@HobbyClubhouse]

There's a ton of MG kits I really want to review actually, including the Mk-V. When budget allows, I'll expand more and more to them💪

[@vivi7645]

Greetings Hobby Clubhouse, think you could make a review of DSPIAE's Sponge Brush Markers? I recently bought a few of them, and I would like to know it's pros and cons before possibly botching a figure due to not being aware of some problems they may have

[@hazzar7784]

'Toxix fumes in my lungs' are you going to disapear from youtube again?

[@HobbyClubhouse]

Nothing will stop me from making videos on here, not even 30-year-old Bandai poisonous gas

[@THEREALTFRKing]

the puffy face era needed to be studied

[@HobbyClubhouse]

The ZZ Gundam is probably the worst victim of it. Man the things I've seen...

[@--AISAKA]

i see Zeta i happy

[@HobbyClubhouse]

I happy you happy

[@Iloveventi-i7o]

Can ypi possibly review the MASTER GRADE RX-78-2 1.5 PLEASE

[@theredrock5783]

Those custom MK IIs look really cool, hopefully you showcase your custom stuff more often

[@Gunda-haichi]

Where is bro getting this shit 😭

[@HobbyClubhouse]

By picking up every odd item I come across through the years and ignoring good financial restraint:)

[@raditz197megatron92]

ngl, while vintage zeon kits look elegant within their eccentric designs, old federation kits are simply ugly prior to HGUC.

[@HobbyClubhouse]

I think the predominantly straight lines in the designs made them quite visually blocky and clumsy. Back then it didn't seem so blocky but newer interpretations sure have given us some sophisticated adjustments to their looks

[@datkat2001]

My general rule of thumb is for most old series's old products the further away you are from the protagonists mecha, the better the product is visually.

[@AZDIFFF]

Eyyy first comment 😂

[@JMLopez-z6u]

And disappears once again

[@iwanyapto8884]

Wow toxic review bro 😂 see what i did there ?

[@HobbyClubhouse]

My lungs smell you