Spider-Man - Dual Molded Legs
sh612 · Marvel Super Heroes
Spider-Man / Avengers · 2021 (Jan 1st launch). This figure debuted in the 'Spider-Man and Ghost Rider vs. Carnage' set and was part of a major design shift for the character, introducing dual-molding for the first time on a standard retail Spider-Man.
Figure ID
sh612
Theme
Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2021 (Jan 1st launch). This figure debuted in the 'Spider-Man and Ghost Rider vs. Carnage' set and was part of a major design shift for the character, introducing dual-molding for the first time on a standard retail Spider-Man.
Rarity
Common to Uncommon. While widely available in several sets throughout 2021-2023, it is highly sought after because it represents the first time 'boots' (via dual-molding) were standard on the character without a premium price tag.
Head
Red head with black webbing print and white eyes outlined in black. Features a sharp, modern eye shape consistent with current Marvel animation styles. It is single-sided printing.
Torso
Red torso with blue sides. Printed with a detailed spider web pattern and a large black spider emblem on the front. The back features a large red spider emblem. Red arms with blue hands.
Legs
Blue hips and legs. The legs are dual-molded with red sections at the bottom to represent boots. The front of the legs features red printing that continues the suit's web pattern and belt line.
Accessories
Typically comes with various 'Power Blast' translucent blue elements or white string-webbing pieces (not pictured in the user image). This specific figure in the image is missing its web accessories.
Color Scheme
Bright Red and Blue with Black web printing. The blue is the standard 'bright blue' used for most modern hero figures.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing. The webbing is fine and aligned across the torso-to-hip transition. The standout feature is the dual-molding on the legs, which provides a clean 'boot' look that printing alone cannot achieve.
Variants
This is the 'Dual Molded Leg' variant. It differs from sh038 (classic) which had plain blue legs, and sh420 which had a different spider logo. It is often confused with the 'Integrity Suit' from No Way Home, but the web pattern here is distinctly classic.
Condition Notes
Check for 'torso cracks' on the sides under the armpits, a common modern LEGO issue. The dual-molded seam on the legs is a point where dust can collect. The red printing on the blue hip piece can sometimes wear off with play.
Estimated Value
Used: $4.00 - $7.00 USD. New/Mint: $8.00 - $12.00 USD. Prices are relatively low due to the high volume of sets this figure appeared in.
Price (New)
Appeared in sets ranging from $9.99 (Polybag/Small Mech) to $299.99 (Daily Bugle). It was very accessible in the $19.99 Ghost Rider set (76173).
Compatible Sets
76173 (Spider-Man and Ghost Rider vs. Carnage), 76175 (Attack on the Spider Lair), 76172 (Spider-Man and Sandman Showdown), and 76178 (Daily Bugle).
Character Background
Peter Parker, the Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man. This design is a 'hybrid' look—drawing inspiration from the Marvel Cinematic Universe 'Stark Suit' but maintaining the classic comic book aesthetic.
Design Notes
The introduction of dual-molded legs was a response to years of fan feedback requesting 'boots.' Previously, boots were achieved through printing, which often didn't wrap around the sides of the legs.
Similar Minifigures
sh038 (Standard Spider-Man), sh634 (Spider-Man - Metallic Blue Logo), sh777 (Integrated Suit Spider-Man).
Collectibility
High for completionists, but moderate for investors. Because it was included in the mass-appeal 'Daily Bugle' set and several cheap entry-level sets, supply is very high.
History
For nearly 20 years (2002-2020), LEGO Spider-Man figures mostly used plain blue legs. The 2021 'sh612' marked a significant milestone in LEGO's commitment to detail for their most popular licensed character.
Interesting Facts
Despite being the 'standard' Spider-Man for three years, he is actually more detailed than many of the movie-exclusive versions due to the specific leg molding technique used.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a clear 'action bar' to simulate swinging. It looks best alongside the 76178 Daily Bugle or paired with a classic villain like Green Goblin or Doc Ock.
Modification Potential
Excellent for 'purist' customs. The legs are often swapped onto older Spider-Man torsos to 'upgrade' vintage figures from the 2012 era.
Overall Assessment
9/10 for design, 5/10 for rarity. It is the definitive 'modern-classic' LEGO Spider-Man. If you only own one Spider-Man figure, this is the one to have because of the dual-molded boots.