Captain America (Sam Wilson) - Comic Version
sh100 · Marvel Super Heroes
Avengers · 2014 (San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive)
Figure ID
sh100
Theme
Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2014 (San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive)
Rarity
Ultra-rare. It was a promotional giveaway at SDCC 2014 with a very limited production run (reportedly 1,750 units) and was never sold individually in stores.
Head
Medium Blue base with goggles printing, silver 'A' on forehead, white eyes, and a determined facial expression. The mask printing covers the top half of the head piece.
Torso
Dark Brown aviator jacket printing over a Captain America suit. Features a white star on a red/white striped chest, tan fur collar detail, and a silver 'A' belt buckle. Dark brown arms and black hands.
Legs
Plain Blue legs with no printing. Standard LEGO minifigure leg mold.
Accessories
Removable light gray plastic wings with maroon and dark gray tech-wing printing. The wings attach via a clear neck bracket piece. Note: This figure is typically accompanied by a standard Captain America shield (not pictured).
Color Scheme
A mix of Dark Brown, Medium Blue, and White with Dark Red accents. This mimics Sam Wilson's comic book appearance as Captain America.
Printing Details
Extremely high-quality pad printing. The torso features intricate weathering on the leather jacket and fine lines on the wing patterns. Head printing is crisp with perfectly centered alignment.
Variants
This is a unique SDCC 2014 variant. Sam Wilson has later appeared as Captain America (sh730) in the CMF series, but with an MCU-inspired design and vastly different printing.
Condition Notes
Watch for scratches on the wing surfaces and wear on the 'A' printing on the forehead. The clear neck bracket can be prone to stress marks or cracking if removed frequently.
Estimated Value
Highly variable due to rarity. New/Sealed in package: $2,500 - $4,500. Used complete: $1,500 - $2,200 depending on condition.
Price (New)
N/A (Free promotional giveaway at SDCC). It was distributed via a raffle system at the LEGO booth.
Compatible Sets
SDCC-1 - Sam Wilson Captain America (San Diego Comic-Con 2014 Exclusive).
Character Background
Sam Wilson, originally known as The Falcon, took over the mantle of Captain America in the Marvel Comics series written by Rick Remender when Steve Rogers lost his super-soldier serum powers.
Design Notes
This figure is notable for being one of the first 'high-detail' comic-to-minifigure translations for Sam Wilson. The wing mold/decoration was innovative for the time.
Similar Minifigures
Falcon (sh102), Captain America - Sam Wilson (sh730), Sam Wilson Captain America (sh10k - 10th Anniversary).
Collectibility
Extremely High. It is a 'holy grail' item for Marvel LEGO completionists due to its status as a limited convention exclusive.
History
Debuted at the peak of Marvel's 'All-New, All-Different' comic era. It represents a transition point where LEGO began producing more specific comic variants rather than just movie tie-ins.
Interesting Facts
Despite being an 'Avengers' themed figure, it was released around the same time as the Guardians of the Galaxy sets, marking a huge expansion for LEGO Marvel in 2014.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a UV-protected acrylic case. Accompanied by other SDCC exclusives like the Phoenix or Spider-Woman to showcase a high-end collection.
Modification Potential
Low for purists due to the extreme value; any modification would drastically decrease the market price. The wings are often used in MOCs for tactical flight suits.
Overall Assessment
A top-tier collectible. While the legs are disappointing (plain blue), the torso and head print are iconic. A must-have for those with the budget for high-end exclusives.