Luke Skywalker (Imperial Inspection / Shuttle Tydirium)
sw0090 · Star Wars
Episode VI: Return of the Jedi · 2005 (Released in set 7264 'Imperial Inspection' and set 7166 'Imperial Shuttle')
Figure ID
sw0090
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2005 (Released in set 7264 'Imperial Inspection' and set 7166 'Imperial Shuttle')
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare. While the design was produced for a solid window in the mid-2000s, 'Imperial Inspection' was a limited-release set making this specific combo highly desirable.
Head
Yellow classic head. Facial features include a stern expression with downturned eyebrows and a unique thin mustache with sideburns. This is a non-flesh-tone 'Yellow' era figure.
Torso
Black torso with Return of the Jedi Jedi Knight tunic printing. Features V-neck tunic lines and a detailed utility belt with a silver buckle and pouch. Black arms; the image shows one black hand and one flesh-colored hand.
Legs
Plain black legs with a black hip piece. Standard non-printed leg assembly typical of the 2005 era.
Accessories
Missing in image. Originally included a translucent green lightsaber with a chrome silver hilt and a black Jedi hood/cape.
Color Scheme
Predominantly all-black 'Jedi Knight' attire. The yellow head represents the transition period before LEGO shifted all licensed themes to flesh-colored tones.
Printing Details
Simple pad printing on the front of the torso and head. No back printing or leg printing, which was standard for Star Wars figures of this specific year.
Variants
Varieties include the sw0021 (no mustache) and sw0121 (flesh-toned version). The mustache variant sw0090 is specific to the Imperial sets to represent his look entering the Death Star.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include neck cracks and torso side cracks. The yellow head is prone to fading. Note: The right hand in the photo is flesh-colored, which is an incorrect replacement part for this specific 2005 yellow-head figure.
Estimated Value
Used Complete: $20 - $35 USD. New/Mint: $50+ USD. The value is heavily influenced by the condition of the chrome lightsaber hilt (not pictured).
Price (New)
Set 7264 (Imperial Inspection) retailed for $50.00 USD in 2005. Set 7166 retailed for $33.00 USD in 2001 (earlier versions).
Compatible Sets
7264 Imperial Inspection (2005), 7166 Imperial Shuttle (2001) - though sw0090 specifically is the 2005 mustache version.
Character Background
Luke Skywalker as a Jedi Knight during the infiltration of the Second Death Star. The mustache/sideburn printing was a stylistic choice to match his more mature appearance in Return of the Jedi.
Design Notes
Unique head mold printing for the time. This figure marks the tail-end of the 'Yellow Star Wars' era before the 2004/2005 transition to light-flesh skin tones.
Similar Minifigures
sw0021 Luke Skywalker (Jedi Knight, Yellow), sw0121 Luke Skywalker (Jedi Knight, Flesh), sw0190 Han Solo (Endor).
Collectibility
High. Especially for 'purist' collectors who prefer the vintage yellow-skin aesthetic of early 2000s Star Wars LEGO sets.
History
Follows the original 1999 Luke. This version was an attempt to add more facial detail before LEGO committed to the movie-accurate flesh-colored skin tones later that same year.
Interesting Facts
The 'mustache' head was often used for civilian or technician figures in other themes, but here it represents Luke's more rugged, older look in the final film of the trilogy.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside a Darth Vader (sw0003) and Emperor Palpatine (sw0063) to recreate the Death Star throne room scene.
Modification Potential
Excellent for MOCs. The torso is a staple for any custom Jedi Knight or Sith apprentice. The flesh hand in the photo should be replaced with a black hand for accuracy.
Overall Assessment
A nostalgic mid-2000s icon. Despite the incorrect hand in the image, the head and torso appear to be in good condition. A 'B+' rating for Star Wars collectors.