So… I bought one Gundam model just before Christmas.

A single kit. A sensible little hobby. Something relaxing to do in the evenings.

Three months later I have:
– multiple grades of Gunpla
– a dedicated workstation
– specialist tools
– a sprue organisation system
– and a box specifically designed to store tiny plastic robot parts

So naturally… it escalated.

In this video I walk through my first three months of Gunpla — from building my very first Real Grade RX-78-2, to accidentally buying (and misidentifying) Master Grade kits, discovering panel lining, water slide decals, and slowly turning a casual interest into a full-blown hobby.

If you’re thinking about getting into Gunpla, or you’ve already fallen down the rabbit hole, this might feel… uncomfortably familiar.

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🧰 Tools & Kits I’ve Been Using
(affiliate links — I may earn a small commission, but it doesn’t cost you anything extra)

These are all Amazon UK which means good value for people in the UK, no where near as good as US and Japanese prices!

Models (Be aware I got most from HobbyCraft during their 25% sale):
RG RX-78-2 - https://link.amazon/B01jANr3z

Tools:

Basic Tool Set - https://link.amazon/B0blisAqx
Sprue/Runner Labels - https://link.amazon/B0ceqhZFX
Stedi Side Cutters - https://link.amazon/B0iF8Vvxs
Parts Separator - https://link.amazon/B0iGFYrgZ
Desk Lamp - https://link.amazon/B076BrwHX
Portable WorkTable - https://link.amazon/B01kYjkPe
Panel Liners - https://link.amazon/B03x2nIu5

Lancer RPG - https://link.amazon/B0bZ2RJy8

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📚 Also Mentioned
– Gundam The Origin (Deluxe Edition manga)
– Various High Grade, Real Grade, SD, and Master Grade kits

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💬 Let me know in the comments:
What was your first Gunpla kit…
…and how long did it take before you bought your second?

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If you enjoy this kind of hobby deep-dive — part nostalgia, part cultural ramble — consider subscribing. There’s plenty more where this came from.

Because at this point… I suspect I’m not done buying Gundams.