Top 5 Master Grade recommendations for new builders

[@claytonwayne2546]

You should definitely do more of these bro. You are one of the reasons I got into Gundam in the first place

[@Shroudalisk]

I'm so glad you mention MG AGE1 That kit is definitely perfect for beginners Given the opportunity I would like to build that kit again But alas the stores that I usually visit to have no more stock of it

[@jmc2830]

any age kit shouldn't be too hard. it is a series that was created to appeal to kids.

[@Bigjawnnn117]

Very solid recommendations one honorable mention I’d add would be the Strike Gundam remaster, keep these recommendations coming

[@frannyfranfrancis]

The only list that is exact. 1.BUILD 2.ANY 3.KIT 4.YOU 5.WANT! Stop hyping grades up. Read the instructions and take your time. You can even watch KZbin to learn how to build the very specific kit you like. Dont let no one talk you out of doing anything because they had a hard time or heard it was difficult and never even tried for themselves!

[@keanureemes871]

top 5 hidden gem master grades

[@khoreybrown4349]

I had to hit that bell icon because you're definitely one of a couple of channels that's I haven't seen content from in a while. I've always liked your videos, you were the first model kit channel I subscribed to so it was weird not seeing your content come up. I've finally gotten in a place where I am gonna indulge in this hobby and your definitely one of the main ones I'd like to hear from about this. Sorry for the lengthy comment and thanks for reading.

[@jabman025]

I almost always put out one video per month, how well KZbin notifies you about my reviews is another thing, thanks for hitting the bell so you don't miss the next review 😉

[@xxnike0629xx]

I think this is pretty cool. You should definitely continue with these. Maybe do one for: - kits to avoid as a beginner - kits to avoid (regardless of skill level) - kits to try (for experience builders) And of course do it for SD, HG, RG, MG, and PG.

[@areasevenpro]

I'm surprised you didn't mention the Gundam Mk-II Ver.2.0.

[@Arrowdodger]

Gundam Mk II is one of those lucky mobile suits that almost all of the kits are really good.

[@jeremyjohnson57]

That was a good video. Gunpla is one of the best hobbies and you def can tell your the type that feels the same. I do stop motion with mine....because i literally bought one kit per week for almost a year... and now have to do something with the baby army of mech suits littering my room. Videos like this makes one want to build

[@lucaszeroimpactgamer4476]

My first MG was Duel Gundam really fun build

[@dunpealghs]

Think you got a hit on these types of videos can’t wait for the top 5 to avoid

[@Toyama23HobbyChannel]

Yeah! Top 5 mg you wish Bandai makes… I remember you said mg stargazer… so just need 4 more :D

[@andylim8647]

Thanks for sharing. Highly appreciated.

[@rickytoddbotelho9555]

Absolutely the first kit to avoid beginners is the mg zaku fi. Agree with the mg ez-08. 👍 your one of the best.

[@Torirubobbi]

A list of kits you enjoyed most in general would be fun :). Most fun to build, look at or play around with is all fair game. Maybe it could be split into grades if it needs to be? I'd definitely love to see that one.

[@tucfang2577]

My first kit ever was the MG X Gundam. Built it with no tools except for a nail clipper to cut the parts out. Really good beginner kit.

[@mercenarybdu]

Got my MG Ginn from the local shop with whatever else that fit my fancy. It's as what 426 said earlier. It's another super solid grunt. Just finished building mine, and can't wait to get that Insurgent type that was shown in Stargazer.

[@habibrachman3776]

Nice work Jabman. Important topic here. Btw, i left the astray red frame's big sword without sticker, as i screwed up with duel's long sticker. Need your tips on it, man.

[@theodoreford7957]

I'm loving the top 5, maybe you could do video on 5 kits you wish were master grades.

[@DZMaven]

The Wing MG was the first thought I had for a beginner MG. Glad to see it here. I would love to try my hand at the AGE-1 and Gundam X... If Bandai would freakin reprint the kits! I swear I've been looking for the MG AGE-1 for like 2 years now.

[@St4rTr3v1Ut10n]

Didn't like the creepy part at the end, but this video made me subscribe. As someone who's not a "beginner," but who generally doesn't know what's out there, I love videos like these. Anything like "I think these HG/RG/MG/PG kits are great," or not so great, so I know which ones to avoid, they're all awesome

[@jabman025]

welcome....... you'll get used to my gags and the end of my videos, they are all a bit odd ;)

[@St4rTr3v1Ut10n]

@@jabman025 Haha sounds good man. Keep up the awesome work

[@jakeh8780]

I really like the strike ver rm. it’s easy and straightforward imo

[@perpetualtedium]

I think wing zero ver ka (not EW) deserves to be in wings position. Its incredibly easy also, is there a gofundme or something for the webcam? seriously not trying to be a jerk but its 2021 and your webcam looks like its from 2011

[@tristain0]

Ngl by this time I think this is just a trademark of jabman similar to prime92's low volume and I don't think it's bad at all.

[@chaious1040]

I had only built a few HGs then a couple 1/100 (NG) and my first Master Grade was the GAT- X105- Strike Sword/ Launcher Gundam ( MG Aile Strike was not available) and it was great build... this kit, I would say is in line/ same level as the MG Astray kits, it comes with sticker and dry rub decals, which makes it easy to add the extra detail and not as difficult for beginners as water slides, but are not really required to look good, (I still screw up the odd water slide decal and always try to buy extras)... but I do really really recommend... panel lining!!! that makes all the difference, way more impact than decals and can be done with a simple Gundam style marker, I had used an art supply supper fine marker because when I started Gundam Markers weren't around yet... lol

[@garyusc7015]

How about ranking all of your previous Master Grade of The Year kits? I would be very interested.

[@grimlocksmash5242]

Always love your videos! Keep up the good work! Had a question, what are your thoughts on the newly announced MG Eclipse Gundam?

[@ReggieSmith101rsmith]

I’ve got no complaints over this list. I would also recommend Wing Proto Zero, Mk-II 2.0, and RX-78 2.0. All of these selections give a beginner a benchmark of what a MG kit is and can be.

[@gunpla_sk8]

My first MG was the ver ka full armor thunderbolt Gundam but my favorite mg I've built so far is the barbatos

[@fanman6568]

You think you can make a video about underrated things about gunpla? For example, I think having screws in Gundam kits is not a bad thing because if the joint feels loose you can tighten it up and make it feel more solid.

[@killroy255]

Tfw the hi-nu ver ka was my first mg kit when I came back into the hobby. Did have a good bit of experience with tabletop games though so probably helped me. Would love to see the top 5 to avoid video!

[@Jacob-rz4cz]

MG Freedom 2.0 was the first MG I built. It came out in the year I started building Gunpla. Probably would of started with the Exia if it wasn't for it's issues.

[@laudzafajrul1043]

I love all the recommendations but I still doubt Ez-8 because some of my friends who own the kit hated the build due to the fact that the kit is outdated and they're still demanding a 2.0 version of that kit, lol. Either way, I haven't tried building all of these recommendations and this is a good guide for me who regrets buying a Ver.Ka kit (Sinanju Stein) as my first MG (I broke some of the fingers and the front side of the rifle because it fell, lol).

[@BusoRockin1000]

I have built MG Ground Gundam, which EZ8 is based on, and it is outdated, but it is a very forgiving kit.

[@paulheap1982]

But a newcomer doesn't know if it's outdated.

[@CharloBagis]

For some reason I expected the RX-78-2 Ver Ka to be in this list. Great video anyway. I suggest the V2 Ver Ka for the not beginner friendly list 😁

[@i_am_raph]

beginners should start with victory 2 ver.ka, zeta 2.0, victory ver.ka, hi-nu ver.ka, or ex-s. after those, everything will be a piece of cake.

[@coleviloria3800]

My first MG was Gundam The Origin RX-78-2. It was a fun and cool experience. My second MG is the Wing EW Epyon Gundam, that kit was a bit of a weird build because I have joints that are impeccable and then joints that want to not hold a pose at all. I’m sure some top coat on my Epyon could fix that posing issue with joints. My third MG I haven’t built yet is the Wing Zero Ver. Ka the most recent Wing release. I want to use the water slides on it but I’m worried I could fuck it up, which is why I sits in its box still.

[@jmiles86]

Oh, MG kit to avoid as a beginner, the RX-78-2 3.0. That one was a pain in the ass.

[@CharloBagis]

That was my first MG, I thought it was pretty easy to be honest

[@jmiles86]

@@CharloBagis I thought you replied on a different comment I made. How many MG kits have you built?

[@macromarco6299]

been a fan since ive seen your sazabi ver ka review and was wondering, you always “review of my Nst” MG, was wondering when can we see your gunpla collection?? would love to watch it

[@tlclstuff]

As a beginner the best kit is something that is available at a low price so if I screw up I don't care so much. My first ones in order were: 1. Grimgerde 2. MS-07B Gouf 3. Exia Dark Matter 4. MS-06J Zaku 2 Had fun with all of 'em. I've got the red & blue astrays, Barbatos and the RX78-2 origin in the stash waiting for when I have time to get to them.

[@jmiles86]

Oh, other ideas for lists you could do. 5 best value MG kits, 5 worst MG kits, best MG kit killers, 5 best transforming kits.

[@willjohn1117]

A top 5 video series would be great

[@Isteak80]

Thanks, this is very helpful!

[@thebackcorner1427]

These are some solid recommendations! If I had to add one to this list, I’d add the RX-78-02, the gundam the origin redesign of the RX-78-2. It has a ton of play options & is incredibly solid, the only thing that might be difficult about it is those hands. On an unrelated note, what do you think of the recently-announced eclipse gundam MG?

[@michaeldort7069]

Rx78-02 Gundam the Origin was my first mg

[@jebstuart1323]

The problem I always had with Gundam builders would be them seeking instant gratification. Buy a kit, slap it together..DONE!! Look at me!! My friend buys them like they are GD pennies a box. Doesnt do a damn thing to em but build. I finally bought a kit for 100.00 and 3 months later finished it. Custom LED's, fiber optics run for panel lights, scribed new lines and ditched the crappy rifle for a homemade battle hammer. Custom candy reds for paint and I called it complete.

[@wuyiwolf2660]

MG Blue Frame 2nd was my first ever MG

[@douggoins2960]

Hey jabman, I know u mainly build master grade, but do you ever build any high grades? If so, what are some of your favorites?

[@darrylcabral9884]

my first build/MG was the Banshee Ver Ka

[@migss9581]

i made deathsythe, the zgok, the gyan and heavy arms as my first 4. love the zgok and gyan as they look awesome with little skill or effort needed as they are true to the show. best ver ka's to start with would be good possibly? or tips to know when you are ready to move up to them?

[@Cagliostro81]

I’d really like to see that top five kits to avoid for a beginner video, it’s such a good idea!

[@areasevenpro]

I'm sure it'll all be Ver.Ka kits.

[@Cagliostro81]

@@areasevenpro Lol true, but the fun is in finding out *which* ones it will be! Cause like the MG Ball or the RX-78-2 Ver. KA are not tough kits to build.

[@areasevenpro]

@@Cagliostro81 Those two are the exception, but the Nu Gundam, Hi-Nu Gundam, Sazabi, Victory Gundam, V2 Gundam, and Full Armor Gundam Thunderbolt are absolutely not for beginners.

[@Yourimaru]

Is say the gunner zaku is an easy kit to build thatd be great for beginners. The gimmicks are a little complex but the actual build is very simple

[@obicross]

ginn i think is pretty good for beginners. looks awesome but simple

[@vincentalpiepedrozo2337]

You change my perspective about astray. I thought the legs are difficult because of the amount of parts.

[@jabman025]

they do a very good job of looking very complex, even though they really aren't

[@optronixatron]

This was great.

[@RicQuintanilla]

both ideas for more videos sound great.

[@RicQuintanilla]

your 5 fav builds, or top 5 gimmicks in builds.

[@dainatalvirk6853]

My first mg and first kit was the mg sengoku astray(2015 I think), wish I waited to build it tell I had more experience, the poor thing has a completely destroyed hip joint.

[@ralfsstuff]

What happened to it? I'm somewhat experienced I guess, 50+ hg/rg/mg , but I haven't build an Astray yet. The Sengoku has been stuck in my backlog.

[@JoesGunpla]

5 kits to build if you want to give yourself carpel tunnel 5 kits to build if you want to learn to remove seamlines 5 kits to build if you want an easy weekend project 5 kits to build if you want to punish yourself 5 kits to build if you want to throw something at a wall

[@LohenArc]

Top-5 mainstream protagonist MGs.

[@AyBee9725]

My first MG was the Sengoku Astray. I totally messed it up, ended up trashing it. Then I built the Barbatos. Went much better, but I still don't like the end product. Somehow, MG's don't feel as solid to me as HGs or even some RGs do. So far my most favorite kit has been there RG Nu.

[@deckiner2299]

Top 5 master grades to customize maybe?

[@mehve]

jabman025 reminds me of a friendly uncle teaching me the ways of gunpla.

[@seantogami]

for me it'll be rx78 2.0, buster, any zaku 2.0, jesta and tallgeese

[@Arrowdodger]

From what I recall, Nemo's another good newbie one, but I mean, I don't imagine someone who is new would see one like that and imagine otherwise. It's not exactly the most complicated mobile suit.

[@FullDemiurge]

MGs I´d suggest noobies to avoid: all the Unicorns and the Victories.

[@kampferking1]

my frist mg was a zaku 2 v2

[@bogs1985]

My guy 💪🏼

[@shielaANDralf]

MG AGE-1 nowadays is pretty rare. Especially the normal and titus.

[@vincentalpiepedrozo2337]

Agree since bandai didn't make a re run of this kit. It is really hard ti find these days.

[@markkirk7305]

Any of the wing except epyon are pretty easy Jesta was good 2.0 mkii Gundam Otherwise good list man!

[@aviation300x]

MG Zaku 2.0 or bust!!!

[@casval1576]

if the jegan's design is a bit more interesting it'll prolly be there at the top

[@jmiles86]

Actually I have to disagree with the TV Wing, I built it and the transformation parts in the arms are complicated. It's not too hard but the EW Sandrock is much, much easier. I think the EW Wing Proto-Zero is easier then TV Wing as well.

[@christianacosta9556]

great picks. but for me i say pick a mobile suit that you like and start with that. also if you're a beginner probably shouldn't be building a master grade anyways.

[@zilvertron]

If your a beginner just take your time. That's what I did and that worked out just fine

[@koushiro86]

How about 5 Master Grades that need a 2.0 version?

[@areasevenpro]

That's easy. 1. Gundam GP01/Fb 2. Gundam GP02A 3. Gundam GP03S 4. GM Custom 5. GM Quel

[@koushiro86]

@@areasevenpro I've been looking into a GP01kit and it seems there just aren't any good options right now, so they definitely should. Challenge round: 5 Master Grades that need a 2.0 Ver. AND aren't from 0083

[@areasevenpro]

@@koushiro86 The PG is the absolute best GP01 kit. The HGUC may be over 20 years old, but it's still a decent kit with good poseability and great durability. The RG looks great and poses great, but lots of parts such as the beam saber holders and beam rifle joints are very fragile.

[@areasevenpro]

@@koushiro86 Hmmm... 1. Gouf Custom 2. Zaku I 3. FXA-05D G-Defenser 4. Kampfer 5. Guncannon

[@keithkeith293]

Exia.

[@DagadeObsidiana]

what about top 5 master grade that look great just straight out of the box.....(no paint, or detailing ,...etc)

[@radityabudimansyah1240]

RX-78-2 3.0

[@areasevenpro]

1. Nu Gundam Ver.Ka 2. Sazabi Ver.Ka 3. RX-78-2 Gundam Ver.3.0 4. RX-78-02 Gundam The Origin 5. GM Sniper II

[@roninstormYT]

i want too get into master grade but i only build like 8 high grade kits . so can i be ready too build rx-78-2 mg kit ?

[@vincentalpiepedrozo2337]

Yep

[@radityabudimansyah1240]

Yes you can, get The origin it's fun and very posable

[@CharloBagis]

I recommend the MG Sniper 2, awesome kit with incredible articulation

[@embraceaswampthing9186]

MG Gundam X isn’t a great beginner kit because the only way to get the damn thing nowadays are scalpers. I wouldn’t call $120+ for a retail MG a good deal

[@kivulifenrir]

Same with the AGE MG kits, they're a nightmare to try finding.

[@briankim1098]

MG ReGZ or bust

[@system1118]

Mg strike is easy also

[@memoktc]

top 5 verka kits

[@zannusx]

We know your top 5 mg kits to avoid list will just be the regz 5 times

[@RevanR]

Ok Jabman, how about : "5 MG/HG that reviewer recommended but actually not worthy to get"

[@BarelyDecentProduction]

have to disagree on the Gundam x part, I've heard horror stories where the connection for the satellite cannon breaking after a couple posing of it

[@rhakha1786]

Can attest to this

[@ORLY911]

Best MG's for accessories or options maybe for another one.

[@snap_fit8686]

RG ZAKU IS PAIN IN THE ASS KIT

[@vincentalpiepedrozo2337]

Top 5 MG kits to avoid. Top 5 Wishlist for MG. Top 5 MG kits that has a unique build.

[@jabman025]

rarely but every now and then I will try one, I really enjoyed the HG meteor unit to go with rg freedom and justice.......if for no other reason then the shear madness of it

[@akiraman008]

5 kits for bored builders

[@xxnike0629xx]

"Top 5 Master Grade recommendations for new builders" -- Jabman025 5. MG GX-9900 Gundam X 4. MG RX-79［G］Ez-8 Gundam Ez8 3. MG MBF-P03R Gundam Astray Blue Frame 2nd Revise/MBF-P02Kai Gundam Astray Red Frame Kai 2. MG AGE-1 Gundam AGE-1 Normal/AGE-1T Gundam AGE-1 Titus/AGE-1S Gundam AGE-1 Spallow 1. MG XXXG-01W Wing Gundam (TV)