BEST GUNPLA WATER SLIDE DECALS

I'll show how to apply water decals and compare the best Gunpla water slide decals against Bandai's water decals.
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[@GunplaNewbie]

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[@juantejeda7102]

You can use hot water to activate the decals much faster. Usually takes about 2-3 seconds using the hot water.

[@Shin_Lona]

This is, by far, the best video on decals that I've seen - which is a lot. This is also the first brand comparison I have come across. Going into detail on the different characteristics is much appreciated. I apply decals the same way, as I have found this to be the most effective. I've seen people use sharp tweezers to pick up the decal from the backing, but that runs the risk of potentially damaging the decal or scratching paint. Using a q-tip, one end wet, is the way to go. You are correct about the Bandai decals - they do take a while to activate. Since most decals will be symmetrical, I'll batch mine out, doing 2-4 in a series. Submerge one in water for like 10 seconds, then set it on the wet foam. Repeat for the others, giving the first one a bit to soak. By the time I've got them all cut out, soaked, and on the foam, the first one will be separated and ready to be applied. I've found that following this cycle improves the overall efficiency of the process. I think one of the reasons people always dread the decal phase is because it is time consuming. Anyone who feels that way should definitely give this a shot and see how much you can cut down on your decaling time. Anyway, great video. Keep up the good work! Subbed.

[@GunplaNewbie]

Thank you for your kind words and feedback. Yeah, I used to use tweezers to shift the decal around or a cotton bud, it just made things harder. So I switched to a croc clip skewer to do it, no more paint scratches. I might do another video covering more brands like Delpi but it depends on how well the video performs :D Again, thanks for the support.

[@InfamousOpposite]

Love the new logo! Keep up the excellent content!

[@GunplaNewbie]

Thank you ❤️ stay tuned for more ☺️

[@HiHoFai]

Woo-wee! Another nice one! And you have steady growth fans too! *clap*

[@GunplaNewbie]

Thanks

[@LePopCollectibles]

Thanks for the recommendation. Just got a sheet of Evo/Simpro decals after watching your video.

[@vegetaav]

Thank you so much for this video and this excellent comparison.

[@GunplaNewbie]

Thanks 👍 hopefully it's been helpful

[@flyingthundergod3999]

The only decal brand comparison on KZbin 😱

[@husseinazeez4045]

Thank you so much for the good review

[@usinozil]

I totally agree with you, bro. For Bandai, it took way too long for the cut to be activated. I had to dip the decals and soak it around 30 seconds, for the prints to start 'moving'....nahh, I do not have time for that. Simpro serves the purpose, perfectly.

[@GunplaNewbie]

Yeah, my mind was blown away when I started using SIMP (Evo). Saves so much time.

[@kaixiang961]

:O Can't wait ! I wonder what other brands are there other than Bandai....

[@kinkahwai5020]

There's lot more choice for you to choose

[@hyp3rx312]

Got a new sub because of the jokes and very good content lol

[@GunplaNewbie]

Much appreciated. I'll always welcome new demonic worshippers.

[@ducpham1478]

3:47 This is only my theory, but Bandai might have more constraints in mind when delivering sets of water slide decal along with model kits. The thicker & less active decal can help: 1. The decal set less prone to damage, while being in a box together with runners & parts. To truly protect water slide decal sets, you will need separate packaging (like 3rd-party brand does), which cost more & Bandai chose not to do even until now. 2. Sets can be on shelf for months, even years. This might be a part in slowing down degradation of water decal sets, while being in storage for a long time. With that in mind, Bandai could be in a tougher spot when deciding to include water slide along with the kit. But then I wouldn't go for Bandai decals as default either, since it's nearly impossible to keep from peeling use without MarkSetter/MarkSofter (or equivalent substitute).

[@annedrop]

Hi! I've been using DL Model Decal for several kits now and they're amazing! But the ones for Barbatos has slightly a different design from the official Bandai manual, if I may ask, what's the website you opened at 3:40? That's some kind of catalog and guide from DL itself?

[@GunplaNewbie]

That site is taobao. It's similar to Amazon but in Chinese.

[@annedrop]

@@GunplaNewbie thank you! Do you have the exact link for that page?

[@kinkahwai5020]

There's other brand water decals that I would suggest you to try out. The last decals you show in this video is Evolution Studio brand(Evo). 1. Snow flame 2. Artisan's Club 3. TRS brand 4. G-rework 5. Evo brand Extreme Clear type(HIQ) 6. Delpi decal (The Best) Snow flame feel decent and some marking they might simplify the printed detail. The other 5 is more satisfying, evo do have two types of decal - fluoresecent and you need a uv light/torch to see the effect of course, another one is extreme clear(HIQ) with amazing sharpness of detail printed but so far not much option for it. I've tried all the above listed.

[@GunplaNewbie]

Actually surprised by the number of decal brands out there. And most of which I've not heard before (probably because I mostly buy cheap stuff). Are some of those brands available in Asia ? I know Evo and delpi but the rest I've not heard of.

[@kinkahwai5020]

@@GunplaNewbie Yes, mostly all available.

[@GunplaNewbie]

Time to hoard more ..

[@kinkahwai5020]

@@GunplaNewbie Personally addicted to delpi decal. It has few type for you to choose- 1. Normal 2. Hologram 3. Luminous 4. Metal sticker But delpi you'll have to order from their website. My Malaysia local seller nobody selling bcuz of the cost.

[@GunplaNewbie]

@@kinkahwai5020 Oh man... so it's not gonna be cheap if that's the case

[@seanc2893]

After applying the coat, it seems D.L. has the best after effects following Bandai decals.

[@BSGNUT]

Hi GunplaNewbie. I was trying to find a sewing needle container like the one you're using but to no success. Can you please share a link to where you got yours? Thanks! Great review and tutorial by the way.

[@GunplaNewbie]

It's sad that I didn't get to reply your comments for the last 5 months. I gotta say, even I can't find the containers online. I bought it from a random side street stall at a random shopping mall. I don't think I can find it again if I want to.

[@flyingthundergod3999]

I’m pretty sure that the dalin decals have a layer you have to peel off, that’s why it looks so glossy

[@adm1nistration]

I got lucky with the DL decals they were as good as Bandai

[@SneD95]

Have you try artisan club brand decal ?

[@GunplaNewbie]

Never heard of them actually. Are they good?

[@leakedmilk1315]

This was very informative, thanks for the video, unfortunately the brand i accidentally bought wasnt here but thats fine, i can check the decal quality like on what you did with the pla plate, great idea! the brand i accidentally bought was the G-Rework, which is the Ghost Custom decal, but the one i bought was the bootleg version of the ghost custom decal lmao, their logo got this black flame thing on the decal sheet, in the G-rework website there was actually a warning about piracy decal, which i shouldve researched more before buying lmao, it makes me a bit worried if the print quality will be worse or not, its my first ghost custom decal as well lmao if by any chance you actually have any experience with the brand, can you share some in the reply? thanks!

[@GunplaNewbie]

Thanks, glad you liked it. I've actually never heard of this brand before but I'll keep an eye out if I'll ever buy another batch of decals. Perhaps you could check the print quality under the magnifying glass and see if sharp

[@darktrinitystudio187]

the simpro isn't the printing company, the company is EVO. SIMP is the US importer for DL and EVO they have their branding on both DL and EVO decals

[@GunplaNewbie]

Good info ! Sure is confusing lol I actually called the simpro decals (EVO) a few weeks ago not sure why I call it simpro now probably the name is more memorable :D Also I don't see Evo on the DL packaging hmmm

[@darktrinitystudio187]

@@GunplaNewbie They are just their distributor, but not all packaging has it facebook.com/SimpModels/posts/2358784654397841 top left

[@GunplaNewbie]

Good stuff man thanks for the info !

[@ficklampa]

Avoid SIMP/EVO. They bootleg decals from other brands, like HiQ.

[@No-ko4tp]

the SIMP EVO decals for HG Penelope is monstrous, once u got that u wont go back :) it made the whole plain white penelope into a RG tier details.

[@Gundumb_guy]

So your not a fan of mark setter/softer or comparable products? I’m definitely a fan of the softer (which ever stage 2 is) not sure about the setter. Also you should try out the mecha army decals they have a few different sheets and also in different scales which is nice.

[@GunplaNewbie]

I have tried mark softers/setters a few times and most of the time they gave me more problems than solutions. It could be my inexperience with these products. On large decal pieces, I attempted to soften the decal just to have it adhere better on curved surface. But instead, it made the decal "weak" and it was torn due to minor adjustment attempts. Later on I found out that I could just try non-bandai decals and they're usually thinner, activates faster and adheres well. Then I found no reason to use softer/setter again. Sure thing man, I'll try out more decal brands once I've run out. Thanks :D

[@No-ko4tp]

@@GunplaNewbie use the blue color mr hobby softer, dont use TAMIYA softer, TAMIYA is for their own car model kits, it would corrodes bandai kit a little. just use Mr. Hobby Blue + Green softer. most of the time 90% is using blue softer without an problem, you only apply Green softer for big surface decals that u might see air bubbles in it when u dont apply finely. Blue softer is for before use, apply with it after u pull out from water, Green softer is for after applied use. apply Green softer covering the whole big surface decal and leave it there until it dry out (evaporate wholely), then just softly rolled it dry with cotton bud and top coat it. decals is about patient, i had bad experience with green softer that tore my decals before, then i found out people suggest to let the green softer dry out completely itself.

[@porkflaps4717]

Delpi and Simpro are my goto. They adhere WAY better than Bandai's

[@maryus786]

what is your thoughts on g-rework decals?

[@crazymage5316]

There flimsy and tear easy but have great designs

[@GunplaNewbie]

I'm actually not sure. Don't think I've used them before.

[@trt581]

Can you use water slide decals on leather footballs ?

[@GunplaNewbie]

I mean you can .. but I don't think it'll stay on if you're gonna play with the football. These hobby decals are not meant to withstand such situation.

[@flaviuskenneth2232]

Are you using setter and softer or just water?

[@GunplaNewbie]

Just water 💦

[@uge2616]

Hi! I am new to gunpla. So, after a year of making this video, what is the best Decal that you would recommend? Also, do decals lose its quality if I haven't used it at all for many years? Let's say more than 2 years?? --- Thank you!

[@GunplaNewbie]

I still think simpro is the best at least for me. And I do think the adhesive might be affected if you dont use it after a long time. I did a sazabi a long time ago and the large emblem decal on the shield crumbled in to many small pieces with just a bit of pressure. I think I've got an old kit and the age of the decal could be why it's so fragile. I should add that how you store your decals could be a factor. I store them in a cool area.

[@phat_gunpla_etc]

sometimes the best one is the one that is availble

[@GunplaNewbie]

It is but sometimes a good build can be ruined by shoddy decals which ended up being very distracting :o

[@Murimurikyu]

what web at 3:06

[@froiedwardpeligrino8887]

Is Delpi decal and DL decal are same?

[@GunplaNewbie]

I don't think so. I've heard a lot of good things about Delpi..

[@ricko3316]

Sometimes bandai's waterslide decals sucks, that's why I prefer buying third party WSDs like Delpi and G-Rework. I personally think they're better than bandai's WSDs.

[@raymondespera5161]

Delpi decals are the best but a little bit expensive compare to others

[@GunplaNewbie]

Someday I might get some to try out

[@lotus1197]

That was my question. How does Delpi stack up to these 4.

[@kinkahwai5020]

Delpi is way too good, I even buy delpi decals gold hologram for my SD Neo Zeong. Till now I have 30 sheets of delpi decals.

[@GunplaNewbie]

I'm very curious actually...might just get some just to see how it compares. In my opinion, EVO (Simpro) was already perfect for me. Barely any edges, good print clarity and very thin.

[@GunplaNewbie]

I thought I'm the hoarder...but 30 sheets?! I ain't got nothing on you lol