Spider-Man - Dark Blue Legs, Silver Webbing
spd028 · Spider-Man / Marvel Super Heroes
Spider-Man 2 (Original Trilogy) · 2004 - Featured in the 'Spider-Man 2' movie tie-in sets.
Figure ID
spd028
Theme
Spider-Man / Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2004 - Featured in the 'Spider-Man 2' movie tie-in sets.
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare. While it was in several sets, the age of the figure and the specific printing style make it highly sought after.
Head
Red head with silver/grey webbing pattern and large white eyes outlined in black. The printing is specific to the Sam Raimi film aesthetic.
Torso
Red and dark blue torso with silver/grey web pattern and a large black spider on the chest. Back features a red spider logo. Arms are dark blue, hands are red.
Legs
Dark blue hips and short-print legs featuring red boots. Note: The example in the image shows dual-molded style assembly with red feet.
Accessories
Typically comes with translucent white web elements or strings, though none are pictured here.
Color Scheme
Red and Dark Blue. Features specialized metallic silver ink for the webbing to mimic the film's costume.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing for the era. Features fine silver lines and a detailed chest logo. Printing is localized to the head and torso.
Variants
Similar to spd001 (2002 version), but uses a darker blue 'Earth Blue' instead of standard blue and features more detailed silver webbing.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include the silver ink rubbing off the head and torso, and 'neck cracks' in the torso. The image shows some minor chipping on the chest print.
Estimated Value
Used: $25 - $45 USD; New/Mint: $60+ USD depending on joint tightness and print clarity.
Price (New)
Retail sets ranged from $10.00 (4858) to $50.00 (4852) in 2004.
Compatible Sets
4853 Spider-Man's Street Chase, 4854 Doc Ock's Bank Robbery, 4855 Spider-Man's Train Rescue.
Character Background
Peter Parker as portrayed by Tobey Maguire in the Sam Raimi Spider-Man trilogy.
Design Notes
First era of licensed Marvel figures. Utilizes a specific vibrant red and dark blue contrast to match the cinematic lighting of the 2004 film.
Similar Minifigures
spd001 (Spider-Man 1 version), spd012 (Balaclava Spider-Man), and modern MCU Spider-Man variants (sh420).
Collectibility
High. Nostalgia for the Raimi films has kept demand for these specific 'silver web' figures very high among Marvel collectors.
History
Released during the second wave of LEGO Spider-Man sets, before the theme went on a long hiatus until the 2012 Avengers wave.
Interesting Facts
The silver ink used on these early figures is more prone to oxidation and wear than modern white or grey prints.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed with a Doc Ock (spd015) or Green Goblin (spd005) on a cityscape MOC.
Modification Potential
The red boots (if custom) or dual-molded legs are popular upgrades for this classic torso.
Overall Assessment
A cornerstone of early superhero LEGO collecting. Despite modern updates, the silver print remains a unique aesthetic choice that fans love.