Count Dooku - Chrome Curved Hilt Lightsaber
sw0060 · Star Wars
Episode II: Attack of the Clones · 2002. Released as part of the first wave of Attack of the Clones sets.
Figure ID
sw0060
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2002. Released as part of the first wave of Attack of the Clones sets.
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare. While only appearing in one retail set and a geonosis duel, the chrome hilt makes it highly sought after.
Head
Yellow classic skin tone with gray hair piece. Minimalistic facial printing featuring gray beard and eyebrows.
Torso
Black torso with simple gray printing representing Sith robes and a cape clasp. Back is unprinted.
Legs
Plain black legs without printing, standard hip piece.
Accessories
Standard brown cape and a unique chrome-plated curved lightsaber hilt with a trans-red blade.
Color Scheme
Primary black and yellow with accents of chrome and brown.
Printing Details
Simple 2002-era pad printing. Limited to the front of the head and the front of the torso.
Variants
This is the original yellow-skin version. A later 'light flesh' version (sw0224) was released in 2009 for the Clone Wars line.
Condition Notes
The chrome plating on the lightsaber hilt is prone to flaking or scratching. The yellow head can suffer from 'fading' of the beard print.
Estimated Value
Used Complete: $50-$80 USD. New/Mint: $100+ USD depending on cape stiffness and chrome quality.
Price (New)
Originally included in set 7103 ($9.99 USD) and set 4485 ($3.99 USD).
Compatible Sets
7103 Jedi Duel; 4485 Mini Sebulba's Podracer & Anakin's Podracer (Bonus Minifig version).
Character Background
Count Dooku (Darth Tyranus), the leader of the Separatist movement and a powerful Sith Lord appearing in Prequel Trilogy.
Design Notes
First introduction of the curved lightsaber hilt mold, specifically created to match Dooku's unique weapon geometry.
Similar Minifigures
sw0224 Count Dooku (Clone Wars), sw0472 Count Dooku (White hair/Flesh tone).
Collectibility
High. It is the 'original' Dooku and features the desirable early-2000s chrome elements that LEGO has largely discontinued.
History
Debuted in the very first wave of sets following the release of Episode II, transitioning LEGO Star Wars into the prequel era.
Interesting Facts
The chrome hilt was a premium addition for such a small set (Jedi Duel), making the accessory often more valuable than the figure itself.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a UV-protected case to prevent the chrome from tarnishing and the yellow head from fading.
Modification Potential
Commonly upgraded by fans with a 'flesh' colored head while keeping the vintage 2002 torso for a 'purist' custom look.
Overall Assessment
A foundational Star Wars minifigure. Essential for 'Yellow-era' Star Wars collectors due to its iconic chrome accessory.