Kotobukiya AT035 Men's Left Hand Artist Reference Model - Gray: Scale, Subject & Display Guide

Kotobukiya AT035 Men's Left Hand Artist Reference Model - Gray deserves its own article because its identity is more specific than the surrounding category. The artist reference hand model record from Kotobukiya is evaluated here through its exact naming, variant data, image evidence and intended project or collection use.

The record that separates this item

• Exact product: Kotobukiya AT035 Men's Left Hand Artist Reference Model - Gray
• Brand or vendor: Kotobukiya
• Product type: Artist Reference Hand Model
• SKU or catalog key: KOTAT035
• Scale stated in the record: 1/1
• Variants reviewed: 1
• Product images indexed: 3

The recorded price at verification was $129.99 before shipping and tax. At least one variant was orderable when the record was checked.

The scale marker 1/1 is part of the exact identity and should be matched before purchase. The working catalog key is KOTAT035. That key should travel with the saved URL and product image so a later comparison does not collapse this item into another artist reference hand model listing.

Evidence taken from the live record

Current catalog evidence can be summarized as follows: “Study finger placement and the contours of a masculine left hand with Kotobukiya AT035. This gray ARTIST SUPPORT ITEM reference model can form a tight fist, an open palm or expressive gestures for drawing, manga and animation studies. Features and specifications One gray men's left-hand model at 1/1 scale, approximately 220 mm long. A recessed palm lets fingertips move inward for tighter fist poses. Additional articulation around the ring and little finger metacarpals expands the available gestures. The wrist mount rotates with click stops for angle adjustment on the base. ABS, POM, PP and acrylic components with metal support rods. Sculpted by Tsukuru Shirahige under Takahiro Kagami's supervision; recommended for ages 15 and up. Contents and setup Includes the assembled left-hand model, base, long and short support rods, palm part,…” Every additional recommendation in this guide is framed as a check or planning step when the listing itself does not confirm the answer.

How to evaluate this product type

The most useful way to evaluate Kotobukiya AT035 Men's Left Hand Artist Reference Model - Gray is to separate identity from condition. Identity comes from the subject, scale or casting, finish, graphics, wheels and SKU. Condition comes from the actual photographed surfaces, packaging and moving parts. Mixing those two questions can lead to a correct model being described with the wrong condition.

For this listing, KOTAT035 should be saved with the gallery. That preserves the release-level evidence even if similar editions later appear under shortened titles.

Where similar listings differ

Similar diecast products often differ in small, high-value details. Review the wheel spokes, tire profile, base color, glazing, interior, license or race markings and package code. The aim is not to assign a grade from a distance but to confirm that the delivered item matches the release purchased.

Display and handling should follow the format: loose models need nonabrasive separation, packages need edge and blister protection, and project cars need a documented baseline before disassembly.

What to inspect in the product images

The gallery contains 3 indexed product images. Compare label text, package shape, visible contents, finish and any small identifying marks with the delivered item. A context image can show tools or related products that are not included, so the written record and selected option still control package contents.

Before committing the item to a project

• Identity: title, vendor and SKU KOTAT035 agree.
• Contents: included pieces and quantity are explicit.
• Fit: scale, dimensions or interface match the intended use.
• Condition: the photographed state is acceptable for the project or collection.
• Transaction: current option, price and availability are confirmed.

Where it sits in the Muncle Mikes catalog

1:12 Scale Diecast Models & Kits · Kotobukiya

Preserving the identity trail

After purchase, store the acquisition date, price, seller, SKU KOTAT035, selected option and one clear image with the project or collection record. Add notes about fit, assembly, condition or performance only after they are observed on this exact item.

This separates verified ownership evidence from later opinion and makes a replacement or repeat purchase much easier.

Gift considerations

For gifting, the product image can verify the visual subject while the SKU KOTAT035 verifies the release. Both checks matter when the recipient collects small variations.

Final identity questions

Why does Kotobukiya AT035 Men's Left Hand Artist Reference Model - Gray have its own guide?

Because this product has a specific identity, image set and live offer that should not be merged into a roundup or broad brand article.

Is a contextual image a contents list?

No. Only stated components and the selected variant define what is included.

How can a later owner verify the item?

They can compare the title, SKU KOTAT035, package or item photographs and saved transaction record.

Use this record as an identity guide: it explains what is known about Kotobukiya AT035 Men's Left Hand Artist Reference Model - Gray and where verification still belongs. That is more reliable than treating a nearby model, size or package as interchangeable.

Review the live Kotobukiya AT035 Men's Left Hand Artist Reference Model - Gray listing

Verified October 15, 2026 from the exact Shopify product record. Current price, options and availability remain controlled by the live listing.

Completing the evidence trail

To close the record for Kotobukiya AT035 Men's Left Hand Artist Reference Model - Gray, pair SKU KOTAT035 with the live image and the stated vendor, Kotobukiya. The listing classifies it as Artist Reference Hand Model. Those details should agree before another product is treated as an equivalent option. Any unstated dimension, material, quantity or compatibility point remains a question rather than a fact.

Keep a dated arrival image and record how the item was stored, displayed, installed or used. If the product is altered, preserve a description of the starting state and the changes made. This exact-item history supports future maintenance, collection audits and repeat purchases while keeping observations separate from the manufacturer or seller’s original claims.