Back when there was only the HG 1/100 Wing Gundam models, I’ve always wished for a MG version. Dream came true in 2004 but not as perfect as I’ve thought it would be. I bought this model to replace my aging HG 1/100 Wing Gundam Zero Custom Special Operations Type.
The highlight of this model is the angel wings assembly and everything else is easy MG inside-to-outside work. Nothing particularly difficult to take note of. Just assemble and go. This Gundam is particularly slender and small in every dimension, making this a small model overall without the wings. It’s more anorexic than Freedom. The angel wing assembly is nothing hard either; just follow the lines properly and you won’t end up with wrong overlapping or sliding pieces as that is what the entire assembly is based on. It’s a really a great design of engineering. Panel lining the wings is a matter of taste preference in this model. I didn’t do it because I think all the grey lines would make the wings look weird and I wanted the “pure/angelic” look so I left it plain white. A quirk is that the Search Orb on its chest is a foil sticker instead of a gem like the HG model and it looks a bit cheap with the clear plastic in front of it.
As for the completed model itself, you will probably want to put more effort into cleaning off the spots that were connected to the runners because they are an eye-sore in plain sight (you can even see them in the pictures). As expected, it’s also a back-heavy model but the wings will be able to support it so its okay. The model can pose elegantly but nothing drastic. The way the legs are designed and styled seems like it’s better suited for “feminine” poses (which I find true). As with the HG model, the MG also retains a long neck but slightly less noticeable. The whole model has this “pulled back” look which I like since it adds to the effect of the action pose. The wings are beautiful. While the HG counterpart needs additional pieces to “expand” the rear wings, the MG model actually have all the parts slide inside the outer parts and stays hidden while the front/side wings are now able to expan itself in three different segments. The rubber feathers definitely add to the “angel wing” feel when its resting on the floor. I like the base it comes with because it’s simple, space saving, and gets the job done. I’m not fond of the big rectangular ones that comes with the Zeta 2.0 and co. The infamous Twin Buster Rifle shot from Endless Waltz can be replicated with ease thanks to the shoulders being able to prop forward. I have a feeling that this model was designed for only that particular pose in mind hence it’s well executed but thing looks a little awkward doing anything else.
Quirks quirks quirks… the most annoying is the fact that the faceplate can move! I’ve never seen that on any models before. The faceplate is actually a little loose and can move a little to either side but I would say this is only a very minor issue. The machine cannon raises the head along with it… Yea. The rubber feathers doesn’t stay in their socket very snugly; they can fall off if you slightly brush against them. It’s very annoying when that happens and I’m trying to pose it. I heard from others complaining about the hands/fingers being weak on their model but mine is stiff and holds the Twin Buster Rifle just fine ^_^. The wings, depending on how extreme you position them, can sometimes sag down due to its weight. A quirk about the TBR is that the gap between the two rifle is very wide… wider than I would’ve like (see picture). The rifles aren’t bended either but rather it’s just thicker from the rear and thinner as it goes up to the tip of the barrel.
An elegant model overall and does the WZC justice in looks and poseability. There’s not much fun in putting it in different poses though.
Also put up comparison pictures of the HG 1/100 WZC with the MG WZC.
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October 23, 2009 at 4:19 AM
panel line the wings it will make it 100% more pleasing to the eyes ;]
November 11, 2009 at 3:59 AM
Been lurking here for ages.
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Just want to ask though. Is this kit worth it? I’m planning to buy this on Christmas but I’m having a little doubt.
November 11, 2009 at 11:04 PM
On its own, yea…it’s worth it. Are there better choices for the money? sure is… but WZC is relatively unique design though (that I am personally not too fond of) so it’s nice to have it around for looks I Gues?
November 12, 2009 at 12:08 AM
which one do you think is better wzc or the ver. ka?
November 12, 2009 at 1:41 AM
outside of the wings and buster rifles, the two are practically the same >_>
November 12, 2009 at 2:13 AM
@Z:
Planning to get either WZC or Sword Impulse (although the Impulse is a bit more expensive, AFAIK). Going to be my first 1/100.
November 12, 2009 at 2:40 AM
@Adrian
Go for the WZC is you are looking for a good looking kit.
Go for the sword impulse if you are a sword lover like Z is, or you wan a high posibility model. The WZC is cannot really pose very well. But the wings are just AWSOME!
I have the WZC built, and going to begin on the sword impulse next year XD!
March 1, 2010 at 1:14 AM
Time to save up on dough for this kit… :D
March 6, 2010 at 6:32 AM
BTW before I forget, a few observations:
- MG is as well proportion as the HG 1/144, unlike the HG 1/100 (CIP: shoulders.)
- TBR barrel gap defect apparent even from the 1/144 modesl; can ‘alcohol torch method’ be used to fix it?
March 19, 2010 at 9:30 AM
BTW, if I may ask: can you do the individual finger mod on this one?
March 19, 2010 at 10:07 AM
nope. you wouldn’t want to. it can barely hold up the TBR as it is.
March 22, 2010 at 5:20 PM
What colors would u say that i should buy to spray paint the runners?
May 23, 2010 at 12:06 AM
Those wings, i want them too
June 16, 2010 at 7:36 AM
did you apply spray paints on your kits or you just gundam paint markers???
June 16, 2010 at 1:51 PM
Neither
June 20, 2010 at 5:49 AM
I’ve bought my 2nd gundam, suppose to be hi-v gundam, but i’ve fall to the same gundam again, Wing Gundam Zero Custom, well its my favorite gundam, but this time its a limited edition PEARL GLOSS version, and i’m glad i bought it but there is only one problem, the feathers are white not pearl, almost everythings pearl, do you have any tips to me, what paint should i use to make the feathers pearl. i wish you can help me.
July 9, 2010 at 2:59 AM
you can try to buy a special gundam paint in hobby stores.
July 10, 2010 at 8:00 AM
i need an exact color or atleast 75% same color of the PEARL GLOSS VERSION, i wished you know a paint like that, i’ve already bought a bosny pearl white and try it to my normal wing zero custom mg to its feathers, it never become pearl, it just adds shine to the white feathers, i need a pearl color :(( !!! i can send you a sample of my MG pearl gloss so you’ll have a clue to what color it is.
July 12, 2010 at 1:25 AM
you can try tamiya paint for your wings. no offense for bosny is just not that good on giving good kind of color
July 12, 2010 at 1:34 AM
you told you are from the philippines i’m also from the philippines. exactly where are you from in the philippines?
July 22, 2010 at 11:20 PM
i’m from manila maybe you can help me more about my model, why don’t you add me to my YM deadly_alive128
July 10, 2010 at 10:10 PM
Hmm… Not sure how to help you on this one since I don’t paint… the only “pearl white” (that is actually pearl) is the “Premium White Pearl” paint marker for the Acura TSX. It’s paint for a car so not sure how it will work with a Gundam model though.. ^^;.
July 13, 2010 at 5:53 AM
You know that the feathers are just rubber so i guess it will not damage the whole kit. and also do you think the paint color you said will match the color of the pearl gloss version? And will the paint stick to the kit?
Here’s the picture of my MG Pearl Gloss = http://blacksun128.deviantart.com/art/Pearl-Gloss-WingZeroCustom-MG-170279715?q=sort%3Atime+gallery%3Ablacksun128&qo=1
July 13, 2010 at 4:42 PM
On the car as a whole, it looks pure white but upon close examination… you can see the “pearl” in the white. It may not be exactly like that but it’s the closest color I can think of from what I’ve seen of the pearl on the WZC.
July 22, 2010 at 11:27 PM
Ow thanks for the info i’ll try one!!
November 4, 2010 at 9:17 AM
Do you think panel lining the wings would make it look better? Thx in advance
November 4, 2010 at 1:26 PM
I think maybe lightly would look a bit nicer than plain but not thicker lines.
November 12, 2010 at 11:15 AM
i did it in gray and then rubbed almost all of it off with a DRY! q-tip. it leaves a very small but sharp line. if you want a bigger and softer line use a wet q-tip and dab at it then wipe with a dry one. hope this helps =D
January 24, 2011 at 11:06 AM
bro, how come your gundam always looked so nice, shiny, and glossy…
while mine always have scratches or just looked like pale…
did you repaint it or anything?
January 24, 2011 at 1:48 PM
it’s just bare plastic…
January 25, 2011 at 5:56 AM
u didn’t repaint or use the gundam marker to paint it?
February 13, 2011 at 1:28 AM
bro use proper tools to prevent scratches. If you are using pliers for cutting, cut in not too near to the tip of the part. leave a gap for you to use sand paper 600, stick it on a popsicle stick and start removing the balance polycaps. This will help not to have stress marks on the parts.
May 29, 2011 at 12:06 AM
hi Z, I’m a sword lover too and I’m planning on getting a 1/100 gunpla, can you kindly recommend me which one to buy?
May 29, 2011 at 1:29 AM
MG? HG?
May 30, 2011 at 3:14 AM
either of one, eagerly waiting your recommendation
I already have the exia, astraea F, and astray blue frame revise btw
July 4, 2011 at 2:48 AM
you can try MG Shin musha Gundam Mk2? or MG Astray Red Frame? or if you wait a little while longer, the MG 7 sword 00 Gundam will be released ;)
July 4, 2011 at 6:52 PM
My vote goes to the last option.
July 5, 2011 at 9:35 PM
heard that it’ll be released in September, absolutely gonna get it
can use your HG 00 7 Sword G review as preview Z :D
July 5, 2011 at 9:43 PM
btw after seeing your MG WZC I’m encouraged to get one but I’ve been told that the rubber feathers can easily fall off
what a drag :/
May 29, 2011 at 3:13 AM
either of one, eagerly waiting your recommendation
July 4, 2011 at 2:51 AM
Hi there, I heard that they are releasing a new version of this. apparently, the wing backpack should be much sturdier. I believe the inner frame would be the ones used for the other MG Wing series model kits as well… I might be getting that and maybe mixing and matching the parts from both kits to get the best of both worlds :)
July 4, 2011 at 4:14 AM
new version? where did you heard that news? sounds cool
July 4, 2011 at 6:52 PM
You sure you didn’t mistaken it with the RD WZC or a custom conversion? xD
August 4, 2011 at 2:56 AM
Can you tell me how to do that epic TBR pose? I don’t even know how to get WZC to hold the TBR!! Thanks! Much appreciated. :D
August 5, 2011 at 1:36 AM
*tries to remember* I think you need one of the handles pulled back so only one hand is actually holding the beam rifle.
August 5, 2011 at 7:34 AM
hmmmm have a read here. I might be wrong :P
http://www.gunpla.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=66
August 5, 2011 at 7:40 AM
Have a read on here, from Gundam Guy. I might be wrong.
http://gundamguy.blogspot.com/2011/07/mg-1100-xxxg-00w0-wing-gundam-zero.html
August 13, 2011 at 9:39 AM
Yo.
I noticed that the price of the Pearl gloss version and the normal version seem to be the same…
I also heard that the plastic used withe the Pearl gloss is more fragile…
Which of the two would you recommend? Pearl Gloss or normal version?
…Oh, and san kayo sa Pilippinas? taga Las Pinas aq, malapit sa SM southmall o sa perps :D.
August 17, 2011 at 5:04 PM
I don’t know much about the pearl version.. except that I don’t like the way it looks. Probably because I don’t like glossy things. Especially pearl gloss. Your taste might be different so just pick whichever one you like best.