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[Centurion]

I'm not into Falcon, but check out this thread on Rebelscum, especially this post, a lot of interesting info: DeAgostini 'Build The Millennium Falcon' - Page 38

Thank you for that link.

It seems everything he touches on was established in this video of Master Replica's co-founder Stephen Dymszo. The only thing I question is the rumor of remote controlled parts. That's quite a surprise if true.

Here's that video (I believe it was posted a few pages back as well) and it's worth a look to understand the planning behind the Deagostini Falcon:

 

[Centurion]

Look what just arrived double boxed and in great shape:

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Congrats!

Let us know your thoughts.
I'm interested in learning how the parts fit together, that is, whether or not they fit snugly/firm or loose fitting. I'd imagine that snap-together pieces would have a bit of rattling once snapped together. That would annoy me especially on a model of this caliber.

 

[B1ueLeader]

I just cut open the first container and checked out the metal framing pieces and I'm very impressed with the sturdiness and thickness. The metal would be very hard to bend by hand and is more than strong enough to hold a 30 or 40 lb model together. Below are pics showing the thickness which is slightly more than a US quarter. Based just upon inspecting the frame pieces this is going to be one kick arse model and I'm very happy to be able to build one.

Congrats!

Let us know your thoughts.
I'm interested in learning how the parts fit together, that is, whether or not they fit snugly/firm or loose fitting. I'd imagine that snap-together pieces would have a bit of rattling once snapped together. That would annoy me especially on a model of this caliber.

 

[inked]

It seems everything he touches on was established in this video of Master Replica's co-founder Stephen Dymszo. The only thing I question is the rumor of remote controlled parts. That's quite a surprise if true.

Here you go

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=evzSHhUFiA8

 

[B1ueLeader]

I did all I could with the first 4 assemblies now including attaching the first hull piece. It pushes into lugs and then you use self-tapping screws to secure it with 8 total screws. I have no worries that any of the hull will ever come loose. As for the pieces that push together, all of them so far can be glued permanently into place. Time to open up my new airbrush and order some paints for some customizing.

 

[Centurion]

Thanks B1ue for the feedback. The sturdy frame is a good start.
It'll be tough waiting 4 weeks for the next pieces.

 

[Centurion]

Here you go

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=evzSHhUFiA8

Very cool. Thanks for the vid.

 

[Mar-Vell]

Just curious, how will the paint job on this compare to the Master Replicas one without any custom work done?

 

[jkno]

There is someone on RPF making upgrades for DeAgostini Millennium Falcon:

the RPF

You need to be logged in to be able to see the thread, thus some details below:

Falcon DeAgo by TonyRR on Shapeways

 

[B1ueLeader]

Interesting parts by TonyRR. I might get the barrels, cans, and boxes later on in the build.

 

[j97e1]

This link can be very helpful. Check the very first section:
THE FORUM - Build the Millennium Falcon

 

[Centurion]

There is someone on RPF making upgrades for DeAgostini Millennium Falcon:

the RPF

You need to be logged in to be able to see the thread, thus some details below:

Falcon DeAgo by TonyRR on Shapeways

That's awesome. More pieces to bring the Falcon to life.

However, the set already comes with a Dejarik table, perhaps the Navigator seat as well (not sure about this one). I guess these 3D prints are suppose to be more detailed???

Anyway, I do like the idea of custom pieces to add to the overall presentation of the Falcon.

 

[Centurion]

This link can be very helpful. Check the very first section:
THE FORUM - Build the Millennium Falcon

It's strange that Issue 1 here in the US is Issue 2 in Europe. Not that it matters. The completed build should have all the same components.

 

[Centurion]

This link can be very helpful. Check the very first section:
THE FORUM - Build the Millennium Falcon

Why are the panels unpainted?

 

[Xenoburger_]

Why are the panels unpainted?

Because life sucks.

 

[Darth Waller]

They're already doing more painting than I expected.

 

[Xenoburger_]

I don't understand why they would bother to paint any of it if they're not going to finish it.

I don't feel comfortable attempting to paint pieces of a collectible I'll end up spending $1600 - $1800 on.

 

[Mar-Vell]

So, the MR one is more pre painted than this one will be?

 

[inked]

Yes, but the MR version doesn't open up to display any interior as far as I'm aware.

Nothing on this has to be painted if the buyer doesn't want to. It will still look great.

 

[Centurion]

It's strange that Issue 1 here in the US is Issue 2 in Europe. Not that it matters. The completed build should have all the same components.

I stand corrected. The pieces for Issue 1 are the same in both regions.