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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

6th Form Barbatos gave me an golden opportunity to see how far I’ve come as a OOB style builder, as it has most of the really difficult stickers that on had and I nailed them ontop of solid nub removal The kit is a banger too; accessories and comparatively sturdy #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

High Grade 6th From Barbatos, panel lined, posed with wrench mace

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Wow this was a banger! HG Geara Doga showcases double jointed legs, and neat articulation gimmicks! It also was a nice bit of marker practice on the shoulder and backpack verniers, probably my favourite CCA Kit! #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

High Grade Geara Doga, panel lined and posed on an action base, shoulder verniers painted silver

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Now I too can fundamentally misunderstand political power! Abel was a delightful IBO Gundam kit, as the dreaded looseness is nowhere to be found! Nothing too fancy, but really solid fundamentals and an easy build, overtaking Kimaris for my #1 kit! #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreated

High Grade Gundam Bael, panel lined, swords drawn

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Guncannon revive is simply a sexy kit! Love the articulation options, and the build wasn’t demanding on the sanding. Could stand to be a little tighter in the joints, but fantastic regardless! #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

High Grade Guncannon Revive, panel lined and decals applied, equipped with beam rifle

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

HG Vidar was certainly a test of several different skills and tools, especially those stickers on the arms. Glad with the end results, but thank god this wasn’t a kit I got during 2025 because yeesh… #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

High Grade Gundam Vidar, panel lined, equipped with pistols

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Fantastic kit from older times, the FZ makes use of some novel articulation techniques to make this one really stand out! Absolutely a joy to build and great to pose! #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

High Grade Zaku II FZ custom, panel lined, equipped with alternate head unit and machine gun

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Very torn on this one. As a suit, it suffers from weak hip joints, back heavy weight and limited posing at the feet, but the transformed state is honestly amazing enough to call it mediocre and move on #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

High Grade Gundam Kyrios, suit form, panel lined, equipped with split shield and sub machine gun

High Grade Gundam Kyrios, mobile armor form, panel lined

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

So that’s why AC kits have so much extra! Sandrock was a nice little kit, jam packed with detail! Really killed it on the stickers this time around! #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmitheCreates

High Grade Gundam Sandrock, panel lined, equipped with opaque shotel blades

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

HG Jegan was a breath of fresh air; a kit that’s detailed enough to be interesting and simple enough to bust out without cutting corners! Loved how it turned out! #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

High Grade Jegan, panel lined and decals applied, on an action base

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

AGE II Normal was a blast, they really hit it out of the park with this line! Really solid build, on top of a free action base with spots for swapping parts between forms?! That’s not how you make a good kit, that’s how you make an excellent kit! #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

High Grade AGE II Normal, suit mode, equipped with rifle, panel lined

HG AGE II Normal, Strider mode, panel lined

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

A return to the old Zaku II, Garma’s custom was a chance to redo the old frame without trying to get fancy, and the outcome was great! Found the intended carry for the top cannon a little strange, so I flipped it! #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

High Grade Zaku II FS Garma Custom, panel lined, posed with Magella Top Cannon like a heavy gunner in Fallout

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

RG Tallgeese was more in line with what I heard about the line. The advanced joints felt a little jarring, and overall things felt just a bit flimsier. However I cannot deny I had a good time building this one, and it looks amazing! #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

Real Grade Tallgeese, panel lined and decals applied, posed dramatically with weapons holstered

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Turn A is such an interesting design, this HG did it some justice! Like the torso gimmicks too, though they’re tough to paint, and I wish the long rifle mode’s grip made use of the locking mechanism that every other grip uses #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

High Grade Turn A Gundam and fighter, panel lined, equipped with beam rifle in long form

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

SDW Wukong Impulse was a nice and simple build, really like the use of the clear bits this time around and the gold was fun to panel line! Still suffers from limited posing capabilities, which I think hurts something based on wukong but it’s fine #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

Super Deformed Warrior Wukong Impulse, base form, panel lined

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

HG Victory was another nice small build, but I do have a big stinge with the ankle armour hanging so loose and getting in the way of posing the feet. Really nice details though! #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

F91 was another nice smaller kit, James with a lot of detail! Big fan of the build process with this guy, and probably one of my best kits based on my performance! #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

High Grade Gundam F91, panel lined, equipped with rifle and beam shield deployed

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Entry Grade Gramps was my 2nd custom project, main focus of which was adding decorative parts! Painting wise it’s a step up from my Barbatos! Sent the finished product to my dad for Father’s Day! Nasty touch gates though #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

Entry Grade Gundam G2.5 Custom, airbrush painted

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

HG Man Rodi is an absolute little delight, I would by three more if I was made of money! Still a victim of IBO looseness, and not the most stable. Also first time panel lining with a pour type marker, which was fun! #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

High Grade Man Rodi, Panel Lined, posed with Au machine gun and cleaver

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Finally, my reward for finally cobbling together everything I needed for the video, 30 MM Liger Tail. Absolutely majestic, no notes. First time using Tamiya panel accent paint, and while perfect for the details of this line, not a fan of it. #30minutemission #gunpla #ac6 #LockeSmithCreates

30MM Liger Tail, panel lined, neutral stance

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

After completing the script and voice over for the video, I allowed myself to enjoy a long build with the X Divider! Love the detail on this guy, the stickers weren’t a hassle, and the build was pretty simple! It was very good sanding practice! #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

My GM triad is complete with the OG, and boy howdy it is fine for its age. Did have minor overflow on the forearms, but otherwise lovely oldie kit! #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

HG GM Equipped with shield and beam sprayer, posed like a gunman with swagger

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Finally wrapped up with the first custom I will ever make! Barbatos Onslaught was an opportunity born from a duplicate, and I’m glad my first has taught me a lot for future builds! #gundam #gunpla #customgunpla #LockeSmithCreates

HG Barbatos Onslaught (Custom) solo pose

HG Barbatos and Barbatos Onslaught (Custom) posed together

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Good lord what a build! This is what I was hoping for when I built my first SD! Command Gundam has decent articulation, excellent colour separation, and a healthy amount of options to mess around with! Can’t wait to custom this guy the next time I see one for sale #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

This week I built the Gouf Custom! The menace this suit exudes is amazing, but the arm articulation makes it hard to pose with its arm launcher. Still, everything else holds up great! #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

HG Gouf Custom, panel lined, posed with Gatling shield and grapple cord

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

This week’s build was HG Dynames and I think it’s a classic for me! Just jam packed with solid detail, articulation and overall unique build! Would highly recommend! #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

HG Gundam Dynames with full shield equipped, panel lined, posed dramatically with sniper holstered

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Last week’s build was the HG Build Strike! I can appreciate how much of the regular Strike is kept, yet it still feels fresh with the additions and changes! My only wish would be for more articulation with the backpack guns. #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

HG Build Strike Full Package, panel lined, posed with backpack cannons ready to fire

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 01/03/2026

Finally finished with my first RG! Overall, quite warm on this grade, it’s the only way I can get current 144 scale models for my GB4 Collection, and as for Epyon itself, it’s wonderful! Surprisingly stable too, despite the huge wings! #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

Complete build of RG Gundam Epyon, panel lined and decals applied, beam sword and heat rod equipped, wings extended

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Finally done with this kit. The build itself is pretty good, but it’s hard to pose, very restrictive. Part of the fantasy I suppose. Very detailed, which is good if you don’t panel line, but if you do, better love the process! #plamo #30MM #ArmoredCore #LockeSmithCreates

30 Minute Mission Melander Armored Core 6, Panel Lined and device lights painted, equipped with parts from weapon set 3, poised for action

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

Another stage of my RG Epyon build, leaving just the backpack and weapons to be completed this weekend! Saving my full opinions for the final build! #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

RG Gundam Epyon, unequipped, Panel Lined and Decals Applied

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Starting cracking work on RG Epyon for hitting 25 Twitch followers! Liking the Real Grade experience so far, though decal work will always be my least enjoyed part, I think doing it as I finish parts is the way to go! #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

RG Gundam Epyon legs, panel lined and decals applied, casually standing.

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

HG Chaos Gundam was my latest build and honestly it holds up well! Good colour separation and decent mechanics, the only real negative is the missile pod covers aren’t great at staying put. Wouldn’t mind doing a custom with it! #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

High Grade Chaos Gundam, panel lined, posed with beam rifle and shield in mobile suit configuration.

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

Built me the SDW Knight Strike, and I think I get the appeal of SD now. But d a m n there was both a lot and not enough stickers if that makes sense. Definitely a surly challenge for those without the right touch for em #gunpla #gundam #LockeSmithCreates

SDW Knight Strike, panel lined, posed heroically with the Sincerity Sword

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

Realized I neglected to post up this completed HG Aile Strike! Such a nice and simple build while also not compromising on stability! Wouldn’t mind building again! #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

High Grade Aile Strike Gundam, panel lined, posed heroically with beam rifle and combat knife

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Built a classic kit, Mass Production Gelgoog and Canon HG! Gotta say my love for this style of MS is well placed! I do wish the monoeye on the standard unit didn’t get hopelessly jammed but otherwise quite happy with it! #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

High Grade Mass Production Gelgoog, Panel Lined, posed with Beam Naginata and Shield.

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

So that’s why AC kits have so much extra! Sandrock was a nice little kit, jam packed with detail! Really killed it on the stickers this time around! #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmitheCreates

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

HG Jegan was a breath of fresh air; a kit that’s detailed enough to be interesting and simple enough to bust out without cutting corners! Loved how it turned out! #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

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CannaBeth 🌿😼 VTuber @cannabethvt.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

I got a crop-top cat ear hoodie from a fan off Throne a couple months ago and forgot to post a pic!! Thank you all for supporting me and letting me be my silly trans-femme weed cat self 💚✨

IRL photo of CannaBeth (green hair catgirl vtuber) wearing a cropped black hoodie with ribbons on the shoulder and denim cut off shorts with a charizard belt. They're face is covered by an EmoteLabs version of Canna's face.

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Hiatus Gunpla Thread: Of course while I went radio silent, I didn’t stop building! So here’s a thread on every kit built during my hiatus #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

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LockeSmith @lockesmithofficial.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

I return from my unofficial hiatus with the video that I was hoping to drop back in spring! Life is life, I'm no professional and time management is not my strong point, but I want to make this stuff workout! #smallcontentcreator #youtube #gundam #gunpla #LockeSmithCreates

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