Pirate - Red/White Striped Shirt, Brown Legs, Red Bandana
pi096 · Pirates
Pirates II · 2009. This figure was part of the 2009 revival wave which modernized the classic 1980s Pirates 1.0 aesthetic with more detailed printing and updated faces.
Figure ID
pi096
Theme
Pirates
Year Released
2009. This figure was part of the 2009 revival wave which modernized the classic 1980s Pirates 1.0 aesthetic with more detailed printing and updated faces.
Rarity
Uncommon. While not a limited edition, this specific torso/head combo was exclusive to the 2009 wave which had a relatively short production run compared to City or Star Wars themes.
Head
Yellow skin with a 'determined' expression, featuring thick black eyebrows, a slight smirk, and subtle stubble dots/sweat detailing. It is topped with a standard Red Bandana element.
Torso
White torso with thick Red horizontal stripes. Features a tan/brown rope belt with a large knot printed on the front. Features yellow arms and yellow hands.
Legs
Plain Reddish Brown mid-length/standard legs with no printing. The hip-joint piece is the same color.
Accessories
The image shows the figure holding two katanas (one Red, one Lime Green). Historically, this figure officially came with a Metallic Silver Cutlass; the katanas shown are non-standard additions from other themes like Ninjago or Exo-Force.
Color Scheme
A classic nautical palette of bright Red, White, and Yellow, grounded by Reddish Brown legs.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the head and torso front. The back of the torso is typically plain or has minimal continuation of the stripes. The print registration on the stripes is generally crisp.
Variants
There are dozens of 'Stripe-shirt' pirates; this one is distinguished by the specific 'stubble/sweat' face mold and the rope belt design without a gold buckle (found on earlier 90s versions).
Condition Notes
Check for 'torso cracks' on the sides under the arms and neck. The red bandana is prone to losing its 'clutch' over time. White torsos are susceptible to yellowing if exposed to UV light.
Estimated Value
Used: $4.00 - $6.00 USD. New (extracted from set): $8.00 - $12.00 USD. The value is relatively stable as a 'grunt' army-builder figure.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets ranging from $10.00 (Loot Island) to larger ship sets. He was a standard-inclusion soldier for the Pirate faction.
Compatible Sets
6241 Loot Island (2009), 6243 Brickbeard’s Bounty (2009), 6253 Shipwreck Hideout (2009).
Character Background
A nameless deckhand/pirate soldier serving under Captain Brickbeard. These figures represent the classic 'swashbuckler' archetype seen in Treasure Island and similar media.
Design Notes
This figure marks the transition from the simple 'smiley' faces of the 90s to the 'personality' faces of the modern era. The rope belt is a direct homage to the original 1989 pirate designs.
Similar Minifigures
pi097 (similar torso with blue bandana), pi006 (Vintage 1989 version), various Pirates of the Caribbean deckhands.
Collectibility
Moderate. Very high demand among 'Army Builders' who want to populate large LEGO moc ships or dioramas, maintaining a steady secondary market flow.
History
Following the 1997 cancellation of the original line, this 2009 version was the first 'Standard Pirate' many younger Gen Z collectors ever owned, filling a decade-long gap in the theme.
Interesting Facts
The red/white stripe pattern is a classic LEGO trope used to identify the 'Pirate' faction versus the 'Bluecoat' or 'Redcoat' Imperial soldiers.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a brown wooden-style dock or a 6243 Brickbeard's Bounty ship deck. Pair with a parrot or a treasure chest for a complete scene.
Modification Potential
Excellent. Torso is highly versatile for custom town/beach minifigures or deckhands. Arms can be swapped for short sleeves or tattoo-printed arms.
Overall Assessment
A quintessential LEGO Pirate. While it lacks the high-value rarity of a named captain, its classic design and nostalgic appeal make it a staple of any serious LEGO collection.