THE LEGENDARY PERFECT GRADE SAMURAI - PG Gundam Astray Red Frame Review

Red frame. Big sword. Enough said.
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0:00 Intro
1:38 BUILD
7:40 BUILD - Straight build vs panel line
8:50 AESTHETICS
13:54 AESTHETICS - Decals
17:45 AESTHETICS - Size Comparison
19:41 ACCESSORIES
20:03 ACCESSORIES - Hands
20:36 ACCESSORIES - Beam Sabers
22:16 ACCESSORIES - Beam Rifle
25:46 ACCESSORIES - Shield
27:51 ACCESSORIES - Gerbera Straight
36:24 TRADEGY!!!!
37:45 ARTICULATION
41:16 VERDICT
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[@theturnc0at]

"You can get a bit of a miserable posing experience" is a quote that aged quite well id say seeing the new short

[@MechaGaikotsu]

But it can take a fall like a champ!

[@theturnc0at]

@@MechaGaikotsu Nice to hear it survived that! Says a lot regarding core structural integrity, despite the outer bits’ apparent lack thereof.

[@davidcosta3649]

28:56 holy shit it has a mekugi are you kidding me. That detail is insane For those who don’t know the mekugi is a small bamboo pin that actually holds the katana together by pure friction. It slides into the handle of the sword and into the tang to keep it locked into place. Usually they are done in sets of two on modern swords and the fact the Astray has one at all is insane attention to detail

[@SpicyMike319]

Imagine having a kit you had to do the itomaki on. 😅 Wrapping the tiny little handle in tiny little same. Lol.

[@MechaGaikotsu]

It really is the little things that make all the difference. Subtle but accurate touches can really make you smile during a build!

[@davidcosta3649]

@@SpicyMike319 oh god that would be painful

[@Ashleigh_Alexander]

I was honestly really surprised with even the RG's attention to detail, which although not as complex, still has the maker's stamps on the bottom of the tang. I absolutely adore bandai's dedication to making these tiny unseen details that just tie everything together

[@SpicyMike319]

@@Ashleigh_Alexander Another really fun imagining! A guy piloting a smithing Gundam to forge a Gundam sized sword!

[@camiloacevedo7516]

This was the ninth kit I had ever built, and for it being a PG kit, I must say that it was the best building experience I've had. I definitely recommend this kit to anyone.

[@AvoidTheCadaver]

Agreed. The one before it that I really enjoyed was the Aile Strike, although the Aile Striker pack was so flimsy.

[@dracothedragon7458]

This was my 4th kit andi completely agree

[@walridrx166]

Just go for metal build date masamune lmao, not a kit but it is more samurai and better than this overpiced old sh*t in every aspects

[@DX16]

@@walridrx166 Can you build and customize a metal build though ?

[@faizalsuhaime6467]

Oh my. The table jumper is here

[@GojiraFan-in9oo]

Now to review the *PG* Red Frame Kai

[@Ejack69]

He already has

[@GojiraFan-in9oo]

​@@Ejack69He never reviewed the PG Red Frame Kai

[@Bigbear0288yt]

@@Ejack69he reviewed the Master Grade

[@therest9281]

He reviews the MG if I remember correctly not the PG

[@xxDxxism]

Provided he can get his hands on one cos this shit is hard af to get

[@ender7910]

18:53 missed opportunity to add a "I can smell you" sound bite for the Exia lmfao I was apprehensive to getting a PG Astray, but you have opened me up to it, thanks for the review.

[@knuckles7790]

I want to see you paint a warhammer dreadnought one day.

[@Zanza1463]

I'd love to see you build a version of the HMM Gojulas. If you think this one has a lot of runners the Gojulas has 55, some are tiny ones, and the gunner and ogre vaeiants add another 24 to the pile. So if you were to build the fully equipped Gojulas gunner with the optional guns you'd have a pile of 103 runners to deal with.

[@hankoldenburg]

Bandai: this is a tope of the line model kit that is made to be great in every singular way pleasuring your braincells in the most electric wa- Me: Slashy slash sword.

[@AstreaGT]

Just wanted to say that your lighting and camera work were great in this video

[@kylerocks117]

Wow, just last night I watched your HG Blue Frame review where you mentioned that you're shocked you never did the PG. What timing lol

[@TheMatthewFrench]

Love the looks under different lighting, great addition to the video

[@DragoLogo]

Amazing job dude. I always watch your videos before I buy a kit

[@dukesnipes64]

Thank you for the heads up about parts fitting in the wrong spots. I'm looking forward to building this kit soon and I'll have to keep an eye out for that. Ive made that mistake before on other gundams.

[@AaronDao]

lol that pose after it dove from the table and stood still for 5 minuets look hilarious.

[@Brawler_1337]

If you like the pistons and inner frame detail, you’d probably dig the PG Gundam MkII. It has a killer inner frame with tons of detail, opening hatches, springs and screws. The inner frame on the PG Zaku is also amazing, but the armor on that leaves something to be desired, as it does have some garish seam lines.

[@johnnyornelas1764]

YESSSSS!!! The was hoping you would get another PG. I want to see PG MK II and PG Banshee!!! Your reviews are amazing and there is really not a lot of good reviews of said PG kits

[@SoulstrikerV]

That taunting stand the Astray did reminds me of the pose I did with my HG Gundam Aerial. I had her stand on one foot, that leg is bent at the hip sideways, making the torso lean down to the left when that foot stands while making a turn so its head can look up. The right foot is fully bent and raised from the ground. The left hand is holding a beam saber. And the right arm is pointing a rifle upwards. And it remained on that pose for about 1 week. It's still on that pose to this day, but I laid her down in a safer spot in case she might actually fall.

[@LV99BeyReviews]

They actually fixed a few of the issues you pointed out in the PG ARF Kai which gets a reprint this year. I haven't gotten mine yet, but from what i've seen and heard from it, they did a bit of tinkering with the legs to allow for more part separation in the knee armor as well as make the legs a bit sturdier. The issue of the Katana's mounted to the waist causing it to pop off also required changes, so there is another mounting point on the side of the thigh. Comes with a stand too, the Action Base 1 (mainly for the Tactical Arms), but I'll take what I can get.

[@dazperson8228]

40:31 This mechanism is fantastic! I almost want to get one just to see how it fits together.

[@xxflipthugxx]

Truly an amazing kit to build, and it was my first PG kit I've owned

[@Chris-gc5be]

36:23 I was waiting for this lol😂😂😂

[@CanonicalBomb]

2:09 this is actually a really cool detail because the Astrays were developed alongside/with data from the Strike Gundam, Duel, etc. just without the phase shift armor

[@VicViperXxXxX]

Noticed that wile you said don't panel line the red parts, you actually did do some. What kind of damage is caused if you do panel line the red? Would ABS be compatible with Tamiya paint?

[@vustvaleo8068]

the accidental falling to the floor pose is the Red Frame rejecting being a Gundam and tries to be a Kamen Rider, lol.

[@NeoSlashott]

That PG mecha-biceps do Flex! 💪😆

[@naramroketa9687]

where'd you get that mesh shirt in the shot where the Astray is on the floor?

[@Dracobyte]

Nice video as always!

[@hanizhassan817]

As a 2009 PG kit, this Red Frame make me smile ( summon my inner Astrays Fans.. hehe ) ok PG Astray Blue Frame next hehehehe

[@enderakabane2734]

this was actually my first gunpla ever, had fun building it

[@Bozoscorner]

Hearing the word simple about perfect grades triggers me as I know now they aren’t as difficult but I am building the pg wing zero custom and those screws will be the death of me

[@PrimeStarStudios]

I have to get this model kit! It looks so damn cool!

[@tankeyuan7582]

WE FINALLY GOT A REVIEW OF THIS BIG GUY!

[@knighted-raven5048]

The PG Astray Red Frame Kai was my first PG, still on my shelf and I was so disappointed to find that the little rubber feet grips dont come with any other PG

[@kingkill7946]

I built the bandai, daban, and nillson work versions. Although the nillson is more like a giant master grade, it's still my favorite of the three

[@vahitcantekin2618]

Why is it your favourite? I'm planning on buying the Tallgeese PG but not sure how good they are

[@kingkill7946]

Has a better body shape to it. Not as blocky as bandai. I already pre ordered tallgeese. I know it's gonna be nice. Nillson makes some quality shit

[@Art_With_Hayden]

I’m so happy you’re finally reviewing the pg astray

[@Art_With_Hayden]

This kit is awesome

[@atestrafaa8953]

Guys I have a question, I am new to the HLJ store and 98% of the inventory seems to be on backorder. Are they restocking regulary? Is this a normal thing with a HLJ store? They have awesome prices so I am curious should I wait for them to restock :)

[@Hanfree85]

What do you use to panel line in this kit?

[@Maelegendary]

Question, are the vents from the chest piece missing or is it meant to look like that? This is the next PG on my list. Maybe the last one.

[@aiquyngo3263]

After watching your video, i have figured myself on posing the manual pose, and i have a solution for it, and now it stays nicely without falling forward

[@paulheap1982]

Cool, thanks for the advice. I'll try it myself.

[@youraveragerizal3354]

is the build for PG red frame kai better guys? i kind of want to get the Kai version for the absolutely huge weapon

[@TelpPov]

Saw several well known stores have the Kai version preorder up. The restock is coming?

[@imediocre46]

Is it me or mine keeps shedding armor pieces?? I had to glue some armor parts ( mostly above waist )

[@X305Raider]

To hold the sword better get some super clear little hair ties and go around the sword and over the back of the hand. Can’t really tell it’s there at all and lets you actually wrap the fingers around the hilt.

[@S1DEK1CK74]

So excited for this review

[@HermD10]

this is my first time gonna collect gundams can i use pliers? and i heard i can use nailcutter

[@AndreaDoesYoga]

Wow, that Red Frame is just stunning! 🔥👌

[@theemailman407]

My Parf Kai has aged super well and has survived seven separate moves so it's a godly kit.

[@mauroktd]

Did you just upgrade your camera or is it me? The footage looks crisp AF, very nice

[@CICM_920]

He must be using the same camera he uses for his 4k videos now.

[@MatteoM1990]

Fun, fast and easy build. Since the innerframe is the same as the PGS strike's gundam, there a lot of leftover parts, like rhe knife from the x105 PG strike. The Legs and waist have metal parts too

[@oscarvazquez4923]

I would always look up to see if you’ve reviewed this but here we are lol

[@DX16]

In a way, this kit is like an old martial arts master : it only moves when needed and just how much is needed, nothing more and nothing less. You have to master it, like you master the blade. Don't get too crazy, or it'll cut you instead of your enemy. It's not flashy, but it's effective.

[@zhd394]

Beautiful looking kit.

[@Nyanboii]

The red frame astray and the perfect strike gundam are one of the 2 PGs that I’d want to have as my first PG

[@ronaldjbsantos1980]

Getting a new kit this week, thinking hard about getting this, Nu Ver. Ka or MG Unicorn 🤔🤔🤔.

[@Jihi]

I got the add on kit for this, attaching 2 swords to one side was janky. But hey, it still looks great

[@destinyshand2049]

I've notice that for me, due to cleanup, panel lining (gasp! directly on the plastic) and assembly it takes me a couple hours per section(arms, legs, torso, head,) minimum with master grades.

[@kimchhayngov1826]

I have a suggestion you could try to review the third party pg astray from nillson works i saw alot of people it might be better for price

[@thelastcheetomaster6954]

Has he ever reviewed or built the astray turn red with the massive great swords?

[@chaserobinson4315]

Gaikotsu, do you happen to now if Bandai will release a real grade 08th ms team by any chance??? That’s one I would LOVE to know.

[@starfleetau]

The side skirt isn't just the balljoint that side at least on mine is too large for the actual skirt joint, you can get it on and it'll sit and stay.. but if you look at the balljoint after you'll see that the plastic is stressed to hell. You can though just plug the sword straight into the hip with out the red extender (though if you want it on the other side you have no choice but to use the extender) The hands are annoying, in the fact they don't hold properly.. It's balance if you get the Center of gravity right is amazing.. The stickers are so so, still it's worth it just for the Straight.

[@PaszerDye]

Speaking of the 09, you should give the old NG 1/100 Exia a try. Surprising how well it holds and outdoes the the MG in some aspects. I recommend getting the NG Avalanche kit tho, so you can choose to build it either as the normal Exia or Avalanche Exia.

[@MechaGaikotsu]

Whoa! You just make a light turn on in my brain. I just remember that I had the old 1/60 no grade exia kit waaaaaay back in 2011 when I was living in Japan... I can't for the life of me remember what happened with it...

[@yabaigaming8255]

Is there any way that you could do a room tour, showing off all the gunpla that are on display at the current time, please?

[@tristanharvey6880]

Does the kit come with a LED unit

[@dephranque9883]

Yo I got the Kai version. Should I get this one too?

[@TheRioJesus]

what is the best Red Frame kit?

[@planetd.a.r.p3471]

i love perfect grade kits but HG is is and will always be my preferred because its just so more mod-able because their are so many bits and pieces you can swap and mix

[@atlusc]

Dropping a perfect grade on the floor and imediately place it near the edge of the table in a that odd pose is a sign of bravery

[@drewlovelyhell4892]

This and the Strike are ideal first Perfect Grades. Simple, but detailed. Super poseable, and affordable.

[@tinycandleman6020]

This isnt on topic with the video, but most people here are probably Gundam fans so I'm just gonna go for it. I built my first Gundam a while ago and I'm on the fence about buying another. The kit I built was HG Michaelis. It looks cool, but his canon arm got super loose after a few days on display, and the included stand just had no friction out of the box and fell apart. I cant display him with the arm attached, or else it just droops down, and the stand doesnt even stand, so I cant display him with the arm off. I dont know if I juat got unlucky with quality control or if it was the kit itself, or if I just messed up something while building him. Does anyone have any recomendations for kits around the same price as Michaelis that actually stays together? I want to keep building them, they're super cool, but I also want something that won't fall apart after a week.

[@hh-kto]

usually by thickening the joints might help (layer em a bit with top coat/ glue, wait for em to dry, then attach them to back together). or if you dont plan to play with em and just stick with a pose, just glue it

[@XaadeTheBlade]

Wait, the vent on the back of the shoulder and the detail underneath is one piece? Even on the Master grade it's a part over the top. ???

[@lordofalltime]

weird question but, Why is the Red Frame more popular then the regular M1M1 Astray?

[@deux8249]

You gotta check out the Full Metal Muramasa Moderoid if you like samurai mobile suits.

[@markreymestiola3811]

Hope you consider trying the Nilson Works 1/60 scale ARF if you can grab one 😊

[@ReRoute25]

Imagine a custom PG Sengoku Astray. Nice!

[@zeddoverkill]

Dry transfers are awesome, sad to hear they are discontinued.

[@firstonegaming3981]

You never get wrong with ASTRAY GUNDAMS whatever the Grade, it will be epic!

[@valentinob8143]

Which is better pg astray or pg astray red kai? I wanna buy want pg astray but im confuse on which is better?

[@MechaGaikotsu]

Same kit at their core, but the kai is a newer P-bandai version of it. I guess I'll have to go get one to see if there's been any changes!

[@jcswheneveraussieoff-roadi4806]

Painting this kit definitely assists with solving a lot of the flimsy issues with the ball joints. But for the straight build community, it’s still worth every penny.

[@greenweather8949]

MG, can you please review the difference between Action Base 7 vs Action Base 8. Thanks!

[@EikoandMog]

I was tossing up between this and the MGEX Strike Freedom. I ended up with the MGEX Strike Freedom and thought I made the better purchase. Turns out that either would have made a fantastic centrepiece of my gunpla display

[@bloxynub4088]

Can you review the pg gp01/fb there is almost no one reviewing it

[@watashiwabryan3741]

20:58 VIVIGORROOOUUUSSSS!!!!!!

[@DamienErickson-stone-tw7lm]

I have been building gunpla for years but I still don't have a perfect grade, still holding out hope that they will rerelease the gp01, mecha please do pg gp01, also nice hair

[@rjie]

I cant equip the shield on my pg astray...the hips are kinda loose

[@neilmedina8476]

My fave MS! ARF is love!

[@neptriliumcypher7600]

I love Astray, it's a super nice kit aesthetically and I have the PG but posing it in a really cool poses or things like that is what really makes it lack.

[@marcoo5468]

Can't wait to see the new Sinanju MG review 🎉

[@MechaGaikotsu]

I'll get it done as soon as it drops!

[@sharpy3453]

should do the MG Stark Jegan soon

[@danielanzmann9650]

Now please make a review of the PG MK II.

[@chalkdemon8019]

To be honest you just sold me this kit, I’m probably gonna buy it tomorrow.

[@MechaGaikotsu]

Do it!

[@chalkdemon8019]

@@MechaGaikotsu i’m gonna customize the hell out of it, though with panel liners and scribing and pla- plates and all that stuff

[@chayze3009]

Same! I just found it for a reasonable price, tax included, free shipping for 221USD and ordered it. I had my eyes on it, since I decided to get at least one Perfect Grade. The review, even though 15 years late, came at the right moment for me. I knew I liked the looks, but now I know what to expect from it 😊

[@user-rq4jq4kh5t]

i hope you will build the pg strike freedom too😊

[@aldrin5235]

Does the PG kai version of this come with water slides instead of stickers?

[@marcellom3256]

yes

[@rhyme6707]

Hoping for a review on the PG Strike Freedom ;u;

[@CARBON32]

Hey try to review the master grade stargazer gundam

[@sulpheralchemist]

I was so dissapointed that the vent details on the back of the shoulders aren't color seperated.

[@robymargata5330]

yo, MG! Please buy batteries for dem eyes/lightup functions

[@Alexczy]

Damn man. I tried that pose at the end, and obviously it can't maintain it. It is possible but is not secure for sure.

[@benchambers1439]

I want this so I can put it in the Vergil pose

[@dipmaste301]

They should make another pgu maybe a saku