Bandai 5059036 - 1/144 Gundam Spiegel High Grade Display Kit  [B-5059036]

Bandai 5059036 - 1/144 Gundam Spiegel (Neo-German Mobile Fighter)
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Brand:
Bandai
Model:
B-5059036
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Introduction to the 1/144 Gundam Spiegel build

The Bandai 5059036 - 1/144 Gundam Spiegel reduces the Neo-German Mobile Fighter to a compact High Grade kit with an emphasis on movement and accurate styling. The layout and part engineering suit both display builds and modest customisation.

Articulation layout and detailing

The kit excels in articulation, offering a broad range of motion that captures the Gundam Spiegel's animated agility. Shoulder and limb joints hold poses reliably, and the moulded panels reflect the mechanical design without excessive seam work.

Difficulty rating and workshop tools

Difficulty is moderate, so some prior kit experience is useful. Keep a pair of sprue cutters, a fine knife, sanding papers and a selection of small brushes to hand for cleanup and paint touchups.

Surface care and final finishes

Remove flash and smooth nubs before lining panels to increase contrast. Use the supplied decals for marking, then apply a protective clear coat to unify the finish and guard against handling marks.

Specifications

  • Scale: 1/144
  • Grade: High Grade (HG)
  • Build Level: Moderate

The Bandai 5059036 - 1/144 Gundam Spiegel is a well-rounded HG kit that offers satisfying articulation and clean detailing, suited to display builders seeking expressive poses.

Beginners with basic model experience can handle this kit, but expect a few tricky fits. Start with careful nub removal and dry fitting parts before committing glue or paint.
Many prefer fine-tip Gundam markers for speed, while enamel washes give a more adjustable result. Use a small cotton bud with thinner to clean overspill for neat lines.
Most High Grade parts are snap fit and do not require glue. If you want extra strength on small joints or weapon mounts a small amount of plastic cement can help, applied sparingly.
Mask and paint in thin layers, and consider leaving internal joint surfaces unpainted or using flexible topcoats. This reduces stress on coatings when posing the model.

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