Super Mechanics - Yamato Space Battleship Mechanic File Clear Version [Full Display box of 8]

by Bandai

Product Features

• Official Licensed Product
• Imported from Japan
• YAMATO SPACE SHIP CLEAR FILE VERSION
• FULL DISPLAY BOX OF 8
• Assembly Required

Product Details

• Item Weight: 5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 5 pounds
• ASIN: B0019W6VT2
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #181,694 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Space Battleship Yamato MEchanic File: Clear Version! This is the entire 8 piece set of the Battleship with transparent parts... the 8 configure the entire craft! The inspiration for the Yamato Mechanic File was the same as that for Space Battleship Yamato itself: the original battleship. When the hit film Men of Yamato hit Japanese cinema in 2006, it was followed by a wave of Battleship Yamato merchandise, including a trading figure set that allowed you to piece together a model of the ship from the inside out. Bandai went the next logical step and created the Mechanic File, which was divided up into eight sections all sold as individual blocks that could be pieced together into a 15" model, just a little shorter than a 1/700 scale kit. Mechanic File Clear Version (April, 2006) Shown above right, this variation was identical to its predecessor on the inside, but the exterior parts were molded entirely in clear plastic for a constant "cutaway" view. The original was so complex that removing any single piece usually required a long reassembly, so some fans may have been relieved to get the clear version instead.

Customer Reviews

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great "Model", February 11, 2011

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James F. Blake "microdot62" (Boston, MA USA) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:3.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Super Mechanics - Yamato Space Battleship Mechanic File Clear Version [Full Display box of 8] (Toy)

I just received this set and let me say it is incredible! This is no toy, there is assembly required but it is snap fit so there is no messy glue. The detail has got to be seen to be believed. If you're a fan of the anime series then this is a must have. I ordered the set on Monday 2/7/11 and received it on Friday 2/11/11 which is quite fast as the estimated delivery dates were anywhere from the 11th to the 17th. I would definitely recommend this seller to all of my friends.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sectional explodable ship model, July 29, 2011

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Lewis M. Smith - See all my reviews
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= Durability:3.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:3.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Super Mechanics - Yamato Space Battleship Mechanic File Clear Version [Full Display box of 8] (Toy)

This model is comprised of eight sections that fit together to form the entire ship. Each section comes in its own box and requires some assembly. The completed model is aout a foot long. The outer hull and weapons are made from transparent poly with very detailed rubber like internal componets that come apart for examination. There are also several fighter craft that are molded to scale included. I had a ball putting it together and I like the way it looks. I wouldn't recomend it as a toy, as it comes apart very easily and the small parts tend to be hard to find when it does. It is made to be displayed in almost unlimited configurations.

5.0 out of 5 stars I think I see the Argo, January 28, 2012

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Lilly Belle - See all my reviews

= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Super Mechanics - Yamato Space Battleship Mechanic File Clear Version [Full Display box of 8] (Toy)

This was purchased as a gift for a Starblazers fan. It arrived in quick order from the seller as promised. The detail is amazing and all components come inside the larger box in their own individual boxes. Instructions were in Japanese but is was easy enough to piece them together by following the diagrams provided. Once put together it is really amazing. Fair warning, this is more an adult level toy rather than a child's toy, as there are many small parts. Any true fan of Stablazers will enjoy this very much. The person I gave it to was thrilled, I only wish I purchased one for myself.