Boba Fett - Cloud City - Printed Arms and Legs
sw0107 · Star Wars
Original Trilogy - Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back · Released in 2003 as part of set 10123 Cloud City. This was a pivotal era where LEGO was transitioning from yellow to flesh tones and experimenting with high-detail printing for high-value sets.
Figure ID
sw0107
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
Released in 2003 as part of set 10123 Cloud City. This was a pivotal era where LEGO was transitioning from yellow to flesh tones and experimenting with high-detail printing for high-value sets.
Rarity
Ultra-Rare. It is widely considered the 'Holy Grail' of Star Wars minifigures due to its exclusive presence in a single, high-priced set with a limited production run.
Head
Standard yellow LEGO head with the classic simple face (two dots and a smile). It is covered by a unique Sand Green Mandalorian helmet with dark red and black printing.
Torso
Dark Gray torso with elaborate printing featuring Boba Fett's mandalorian chest plates, scuffs, and a brown utility belt. Most notably, it features rare printing on both Light Gray arms (pauldrons and gauntlets).
Legs
Dark Gray hips and legs with unique front and side printing. Front includes knee pads and utility pouches. Side printing continues the character's armor detail, a feature almost never seen in 2003.
Accessories
Includes a Sand Green jetpack and a movable black rangefinder attached to the helmet. It traditionally comes with a black blaster (E-3 carbine) and a brown cloth cape (manto).
Color Scheme
A complex palette of Dark Gray, Sand Green, Light Gray, and Brown, accented with metallic silver 'damage' scuff marks.
Printing Details
Industry-leading for its time. It remains one of the few figures to feature arm and side-leg printing before the mid-2010s. The pad printing is crisp, featuring multi-colored layering on a small surface area.
Variants
This is the 'printed' version. Other versions (sw0002) look similar but lack the printing on the arms and legs. Subsequent versions (post-2012) use updated molds and flesh-toned heads.
Condition Notes
Prone to hairline cracks on the heels and torso sides. The silver printing on the torso can rub off with play. Check for the 'LEGO' logo on the neck post and inside the legs to ensure it is not a high-quality counterfeit.
Estimated Value
Expect to pay $1,500 – $2,500 for a used version in good condition. Mint condition or 'New' versions found in sealed sets can exceed $3,500 - $5,000 depending on market demand.
Price (New)
The original set (10123 Cloud City) retailed for $99.99 USD in 2003. This single figure now accounts for over 20 times the cost of the entire original set.
Compatible Sets
Set 10123: Cloud City (2003).
Character Background
Boba Fett is the notorious bounty hunter from the Star Wars saga. This specific design represents his appearance in The Empire Strikes Back during the encounter on Bespin.
Design Notes
This minifigure was ahead of its time. LEGO designers used it as a test bed for high-detail printing techniques that wouldn't become standard for another decade.
Similar Minifigures
sw0002 (Classic Boba), sw0396 (2012 Bounty Hunter), and the newer sw1158 (The Mandalorian era Boba Fett).
Collectibility
Peak collectibility. It is often the centerpiece of high-end Star Wars collections and has shown consistent, aggressive appreciation in value over 20 years.
History
Boba Fett first appeared in 2000 with very basic printing. sw0107 was a massive leap in quality for 2003 and remained the most detailed version of the character until the Redesign in 2012.
Interesting Facts
For years, many fans believed this figure was a myth or a 'factory error' because the arm printing was so rare for the early 2000s. It remains the most expensive non-promotional LEGO Star Wars minifigure.
Display Suggestions
Should be kept in a UV-protected acrylic case. Displaying him on a Cloud City themed vignette or alongside the classic 2003 Lando and Leia is ideal.
Modification Potential
Nil for collectors. Any modification or part-swapping (like replacing the yellow head) significantly decreases its market value.
Overall Assessment
10/10. The sw0107 Boba Fett is a masterpiece of LEGO history. It defines an era of 'exceptional' minifigures and is the ultimate trophy for any serious LEGO investor or Star Wars enthusiast.