OLD Endless Waltz Gundam Sandrock Custom Metal Clear Special Version

OLD 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom Metal Clear Special Version Box

Release 1998.11

Price ¥1,200

BANDAI BANDAI Japan product info

Box side view

OLD 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom Metal Clear Special Version

OLD 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom Metal Clear Special Version - Runners (1/3)

Runners

OLD 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom Metal Clear Special Version - Parts (1/2)

OLD 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom Metal Clear Special Version - Parts (2/2)

Parts diagram

OLD 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom Metal Clear Special Version - Manual (1/10)

OLD 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom Metal Clear Special Version - Manual (2/10)

OLD 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom Metal Clear Special Version - Manual (3/10)

OLD 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom Metal Clear Special Version - Manual (4/10)

OLD 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom Metal Clear Special Version - Manual (5/10)

OLD 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom Metal Clear Special Version - Manual (6/10)

OLD 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom Metal Clear Special Version - Manual (7/10)

OLD 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom Metal Clear Special Version - Manual (8/10)

Manual

Straight build + Stickers

Size comparison with a cigarette pack

OLD 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom Metal Clear Special Version (1/2)

OLD 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom Metal Clear Special Version (2/2)

OLD 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom Metal Clear Special Version - Action poses (1/5)

OLD 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom Metal Clear Special Version - Action poses (2/5)

OLD 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom Metal Clear Special Version - Action poses (3/5)

Action poses

OLD 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom Metal Clear Special Version - Together with the 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom standard versio

Together with the 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom standard version.

1/144 Endless Waltz Metal Clear Special Version group shot

This kit is the 1/144 Gundam Sandrock Custom Metal Clear Special Version from the Gundam W Endless Waltz series. Just like its predecessor, it combines plated parts with clear parts — the plated parts are only applied to the shoulders, front skirt, and weapon areas, so overall it gives off more of a clear kit vibe visually.

The basic build is the same as the standard version, so in this review you can just enjoy the updated visuals. That said, the joint strength — which was already way too stiff on the standard version — is even tighter here, making articulation a bit of a pain. Also, the clear parts have a higher transparency compared to other kits in the line, which can make the overall look come across as a bit washed-out and pale.

So while it sits toward the lower end of the Metal Clear series in terms of overall quality, if you're a fan of the Sandrock, this would still make a great addition to your collection. :-)
[Updated at 2018.5.28 ]

AIThis page was translated by Claude Sonnet.