Robin - Classic / Red Vest
bat009 · Batman
Classic Batman / Original 2006 Wave · 2006
Figure ID
bat009
Theme
Batman
Year Released
2006
Rarity
Uncommon
Head
Yellow head with black domino mask, white pupils, and a confident open-mouth smile. Topped with a reddish-brown messy side-part hair piece.
Torso
Red torso with green short sleeves, yellow utility belt printing, and the classic 'R' logo enclosed in a circle on the left chest. Flesh hands and arms.
Legs
Dual-molded red and green short legs, typical of the older LEGO child/short-leg builds.
Accessories
None standard in the base appearance shown, though occasionally paired with batarangs or staff weapons depending on the set.
Color Scheme
Classic primary DC color scheme of red, green, yellow, and flesh with reddish-brown hair.
Printing Details
Simple early-2000s pad printing with solid blocks of color, sharp lines on the 'R' logo and utility belt, and no back printing.
Variants
Variants include later modern versions with dual-sided expressions, fabric capes, and more intricate comic-accurate or movie-accurate armor printing.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include scratching on the black domino mask, fading of the flesh hand color, and cracking near the short-leg hip joints.
Estimated Value
$5.00 to $10.00 USD depending on condition and presence of a cape.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets priced between $30 and $100 in 2006.
Compatible Sets
7782 The Batmobile: The Joker's Escape, 7785 Arkham Asylum
Character Background
Dick Grayson as Robin, Batman's quintessential sidekick who aids the Dark Knight in fighting crime in Gotham City.
Design Notes
Represents the foundational LEGO Batman aesthetic from the launch of the dedicated Batman theme in 2006, utilizing standard short legs and simple torso prints.
Similar Minifigures
Other early Batman theme sidekicks and heroes from the 2006-2008 wave.
Collectibility
Moderate collectibility among nostalgic LEGO Batman fans who grew up with the original 2006 sets.
History
Introduced at the very beginning of the LEGO Batman theme, establishing the look of the Dynamic Duo for the mid-2000s.
Interesting Facts
This version lacks the fabric cape commonly associated with Robin, relying purely on the molded red vest look.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed alongside the 2006 classic Batman minifigure on a dark gray or black display plate.
Modification Potential
Can be upgraded with modern cloth capes or combined with newer Batman villain figures for a nostalgic display.
Overall Assessment
A charming and nostalgic piece of LEGO Batman history that holds steady collector interest due to its vintage appeal.