The moment you heard ”It seems the Matt Gyro is being re-released,” some of you might have reflexively stopped what you were doing. This craft, which appeared as the second installment in Wave's Ultraman series, is more than just an on-screen vehicle; it is an existence that symbolizes the world of the work ”Return of Ultraman.” Its form, which undertook a wide range of missions including not only combat but also transport and support, left a strong impression as a realistic machine supporting the hero. That is why the news of the re-release evokes not just nostalgia, but a feeling of ”wanting to engage with it thoroughly once more.” The fact that a masterpiece from the past is available again with modern technology and quality is valuable in itself.

Looking at the Matt Gyro again, one is surprised by the advanced nature of its design philosophy. The concept of a tilt-rotor combat and transport aircraft is so radical that it still appears in discussions of cutting-edge aviation technology today. Its unique silhouette, the arrangement of the rotors, and the balance with the fuselage are futuristic yet strangely realistic. This kit fully realizes that impressive form in 3D, thoroughly committed to faithfully reproducing the shape of the filming model. The sensation of memories seen through a screen appearing before your eyes as a physical object is a special experience for tokusatsu fans. The core of this product is a level of reproduction that makes you feel it is not just ”similar,” but ”that actual craft itself.”

The scale is 1/72, a staple for aviation models. This size has an exquisite balance that allows you to thoroughly enjoy the details while remaining easy to handle. When you place it on your desk after completion, you should notice a presence beyond what you imagined. The lines of the aircraft and the power of the rotors are conveyed visually, calling to mind even the tense atmosphere of the show. Furthermore, the part composition is not overly complex, with a design that keeps ease of assembly in mind. It is easy to work on even for those not used to model making, yet it is content that provides a solid sense of satisfaction upon completion. Rather than screening by difficulty level, the attitude of wanting many people to enjoy it comes across.

In this re-release, the marking decals have been changed to silk-screen printing, improving color development and durability. This improvement is more important than it looks. Vivid logos and aircraft numbers greatly influence the impression of the entire model, and the peace of mind that the colors will be maintained over time increases its value as a collector's item. The task of applying decals is the final touch toward completion, and the higher the quality, the more the finished work is pulled together. Consideration for the details is raising the floor of the final satisfaction level.

The appeal of this kit is not limited to mere nostalgia. For the real-time generation, it is an existence that awakens memories, while for the younger generation, it appears fresh as an aviation mecha with a novel design. It is fine to talk about stories from those days while assembling it, and just as fine to focus purely on the design and mechanisms. The fact that various ways of enjoying it are permitted is likely the reason it is supported for so long. The Matt Gyro is an item that, while being a machine that carries a story, also possesses solid perfection as a model.