Flatfoot Thompson - Western Cowboy
ww006 · Western
Cowboys · Released in 1996 as part of the initial LEGO Western wave launch.
Figure ID
ww006
Theme
Western
Year Released
Released in 1996 as part of the initial LEGO Western wave launch.
Rarity
Uncommon; while he appeared in several sets, the Western line had a relatively short production run.
Head
Yellow classic head with a 'mean' expression, featuring a thick black handlebar mustache and bushy eyebrows.
Torso
Red torso with printing consisting of a red shirt, silver suspender buckles, a bolo tie, and a belt with silver bullets.
Legs
Light Gray unprinted legs with Light Gray hips.
Accessories
Brown wide-brimmed cowboy hat and a black bandana piece that sits between the head and torso.
Color Scheme
Primary colors are Red, Light Gray, and Brown, with black and silver accent printing.
Printing Details
Simple pad printing characteristic of the mid-90s; features detailed torso graphics but lacks back or leg printing.
Variants
Standard version as shown; some sets may include different weapon loadouts (musket vs. revolver).
Condition Notes
Prone to silver ink fading on the torso belt and cracking on the black bandana accessory.
Estimated Value
$10.00 - $18.00 USD for a used complete figure; up to $30.00 for mint condition.
Price (New)
Originally included in sets ranging from $10.00 (6712 Sheriff's Tally-Ho) to $80.00 (6769 Fort Legoredo).
Compatible Sets
6769 Fort Legoredo, 6712 Sheriff's Tally-Ho, 6762 Desert Run, 6755 Sheriff's Lock-up.
Character Background
Usually depicted as a member of the bandit gang or a rough-and-tumble outlaw in LEGO Western media.
Design Notes
The bandana was a revolutionary accessory in 1996, adding a new layer of customization to the standard minifigure frame.
Similar Minifigures
Black Jack (ww004), Bandit (ww003), and the Sheriff (ww001) from the same theme.
Collectibility
High for '90s nostalgia collectors; the Western theme is a cult favorite with consistent demand.
History
Part of LEGO's expansion into licensed-style storytelling without an external IP across the 1990s.
Interesting Facts
The 'mean' mustache face was one of LEGO's earliest departures from the standard 'smiley' face in non-licensed themes.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a desert-themed MOC or on a 1990s vintage baseplate with a revolver accessory.
Modification Potential
The red torso is popular for custom wild-west brawlers or historical civilian MOCs.
Overall Assessment
A quintessential 1990s figure that perfectly captures the charm and experimental design of the LEGO Western era.