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Volks Super Dollfie - SD, SD13, SD16, SD17, SDGr, SDGou & FCS - XXXII

Jan 9, 2022

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    1. I noticed in my Elsa's paperwork that Volks recommends using Tamiya X20 enamel thinner to remove hot glued eyes. Has anyone done this - does it work well? I've done the freezer method in the past but it still makes me nervous!
       
      #641 kuro, Jun 12, 2022
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    2. [​IMG]
      My March FCS order arrived in mid may! f-70 may be my new favorite sculpt and I'm so glad I picked this sweet face!
       
      #642 nintendallie, Jun 12, 2022
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    3. It does work well. You need to control it, however. What I've used is one of those thin craft knives that is dipped in the thinner, then you use that to cut the glue loose.
       
      #643 Kim, Jun 12, 2022
      • x 1
    4. The fact that you said they give you precious moments vibes makes me like them even more. Now I want them more than ever! I always wanted a precious moment figure but never had one.

      I hope VolksUSA has a pre-order or lottery for them because after my first attempt at entering a lottery in the Japan site was a huge mess. never again.
       
      #644 Jazijaz, Jun 12, 2022
      • x 8
    5. I've done the thinner method, but it is pretty nerve-wracking if you like the faceup! FWIW, some eyeballs pop out with a gentle push in from the front. I usually try to get out as much hot glue with pliers as possible before I resort to thinner. Pull slowly and sometimes you'll get lucky and it'll all come out as one solid ring, or just leave behind one little dot. :clover:clover:clover Good luck!
       
      #645 snowgray, Jun 12, 2022
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    6. glad to see volks reusing an old mold collectors have been on the lookout for!
       
      #646 digitalcore, Jun 12, 2022
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    7. I always use the thinner method, but I use a q-tip to dab thinner around the glue edges first then letting it sit for a second before using the spatula to pry the glue out.

      But Volks has been sold out of the enamel thinner for a while now. So I've bought Testors enamel thinner, which is similar good substitute.

       
      #647 Daniel Falls, Jun 12, 2022
      • x 4
    8. I was recommended water to take out the eyes and it takes a bit of patience but it works. At least that's how I got mine out. Before that I tried the freezer method but I ended up damaging my Liselotte's faceup *_*. In hindsight I am glad it happened as that was the chance to have her eyelashes repositioned. But I could have done without the shock. I am sure though I am just very clumsy and for other people the freezer method is completely fine.

      Yvonne's (Charlotte) eyes were also taken out with water :).
      [​IMG]
      I'm definitely getting used to her new body. At first I was a bit hesitant because it is quite a change from the SD10 body.
       
      #648 laquaza, Jun 14, 2022
      • x 11
    9. @nintendallie, your F-70 is a cutie!

      @laquaza, you’re not the only one who doesn’t like the freezer method :sweat I’ve had it cause condensation on the faceup before, and I’m not about that! I usually avoid the freezer method for that reason. Yvonne looks very fancy on her tall body!
       
      #649 snowgray, Jun 14, 2022
      • x 1
    10. I can't believe this?!!!!!!!Hermie is GORGEOUS
      [​IMG]
       
      #650 Elysiaaa, Jun 15, 2022
      • x 21

    11. Is this official?? If so I hope they’re releasing a Harry as well! (And Draco, but that’s my personal dream).

      I’ve had a personal ban on official HP merch for some time but… I might break for this.
       
      #651 KeiCai_Ayan, Jun 15, 2022
      • x 5
    12. @KeiCai_Ayan it's official. Volks hasn't said anything yet but they're at an HP popup that's been reported on by Fashion-Press:
      写真27/40｜「ハリー・ポッター」限定ストアが赤坂に、店内の全貌公開！寮モチーフのローブ＆スイーツなど
      「ハリー・ポッター」限定ストアが赤坂に、店内の全貌公開！寮モチーフのローブ＆スイーツなど

      They're also listed on this HP fansite, including a price.
      マホウドコロ「赤坂Wizarding World Street店」、新商品・販売グッズなど一挙紹介！ - ポッターマニア

      I think the popup opens today, so hopefully SD fans will report back with more info. There's a QR code on their placard so hopefully someone scans it.
       
      #652 Astro, Jun 15, 2022
      Last edited: Jun 15, 2022
      • x 6
    13. Interesting. That’d be 110,000 yen each according to that site - Volks wizarding world collection Ron and Hermione.
      These are just exhibit models and details will be released later.
       
      #653 eleniel, Jun 15, 2022
      • x 2
    14. I can already tell I love Ron Ron:XD:
       
      #654 Roweena23, Jun 15, 2022
      • x 3
    15. I tried the freezer method and it didn't work for me, I also freaked out when I took the head out and it was all wet *_* in the end I used what I always use to remove face ups and it worked! just be careful it doesn't go through the eye holes and ruin the eye face up/eyelashes https://www.amazon.com/Winsor-Newto...d=1655342393&sprefix=paint,aps,40&sr=8-6&th=1


      Oh Charlotte :love she is stunning!!

      May I know how did you do it with water?? do you have to leave it in water for a long time?
       
      #655 Jazijaz, Jun 16, 2022
      • x 1
    16. Someone posted on FB that the new collaboration is with Harry Potter featuring Ron and Hermione!? :aeyepop:
       
      #656 yin801122, Jun 16, 2022
      • x 1
    17. Please doll gods make Ron not a pain in the butt to get, I really think I need him.
       
      #657 Littlebirdzoom, Jun 16, 2022
      • x 1
    18. Hermione and Ron are cute but.. can we get an SD17 Snape?? This collab really did surprise me though. When I first saw the image I pushed it off as 2 well made custom dolls. I imagine Malfoy and Harry will be revealed as a set next. Either that or Harry will be over the top.
       
      #658 nyaaain, Jun 16, 2022
      • x 8
    19. I was able to visit the HP popup shop yesterday. There wasn’t any further information about the release except a link to the online HP shop. Here’s hoping that they’ll be a preorder! And I’m seconding the dream of SD17 Snape!

      [​IMG]
      (there are a few more photos on my Flickr/IG/Twitter)
       
      #659 snowgray, Jun 16, 2022
      • x 25
    20. So are they SD? Ron's hands look like SD10 boy hands.
      Very glad to have zero interest in HP. :XD:
       
      #660 St. James, Jun 16, 2022
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