The radiator shield in Mobile Suit Gundam 0083: Stardust Memory is a capable shield that protects Gundam RX-78GP02A. The Cospa Gundam GP02 Shield Backpack will not do the same for you but goddamn it, it is one dope backpack for even a non-fan of Mobile Suit Gundam.
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Cospa Co., Ltd. leverages the sections of the original shield to realize 4 functional pockets on the front, of which three boasts Velcro closure. All told there are 7 pockets for storing small items – in addition to the main compartment – allowing users to store small items based on their frequency of access.
Aside from the backpack‘s top cover, the main compartment also boasts a drawstring closure to keep contents in. On the inside it is further compartmentalized, allowing you to separate A4-size documents and tablets with a laptop (up to 13-inch).
Meanwhile, there is an additional strap on each shoulder strap that lets you attach carabiners with stuff like earbuds, keys, and whatnot, on them for super quick access. Finally, there is a sternum strap for secured backpacking which also help to reduce the load on your back.
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Like an actual shield, the Cospa Gundam GP02 Shield Backpack allows you to carry it like one. Yes. Really. How’s that not a fun backpack, right? In addition, you may carry the bag across your body as a cross-body bag.
Made of highly durable fabric (note: not rocket or blast-proof), the Cospa Gundam GP02 Shield shares the shape and form of the iconic shield. The red markings on the shield have been recreated using synthetic leather which extrudes a sense of luxury, while the refrigerant discharge ports on four corners are also faithfully reproduced, along with the rivet points.
It is a voluminous bag. At 50 cm (about 20 inches) tall, 40 cm (about 16 inches) wide, and 15 cm (6 inches) deep, it is 140% larger than Cospa’s previous bags.
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The Cospa Gundam GP02 Shield Backpack is slated to hit the shelves starting in mid-September 2023 in Japan in Prototype Gray and Rollout Black for 39,600 yen (US$295 based on today’s going rate). You may pre-order it on Hobby Link Japan (US$319.77) as well as from Amazon.jp (37,199 yen).
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Images: Cospa Co., Ltd. [JP].