Sawfish (Shark with Saw Nose)
item 2547c01pb01 / shark08 · Agents / Pirates / Town
Agents (Wave 1) · 2008 - First appeared in the Agents theme.
Figure ID
item 2547c01pb01 / shark08
Theme
Agents / Pirates / Town
Year Released
2008 - First appeared in the Agents theme.
Rarity
Uncommon. While the base shark mold is highly common, the specific sawfish head variant was limited to only a handful of sets in the late 2000s and early 2010s.
Head
The head is a specialized 'Sawfish' mold with a serrated rostrum. It features black eye printing with a white pupil and an aggressive, downward-sloping brow. The jaw is hinged and functional.
Torso
Not applicable as this is a creature/animal figure; however, the body features a dorsal fin and molded gill slits on the side.
Legs
Not applicable. The lower half consists of a single molded body assembly with pectoral fins and a caudal (tail) fin.
Accessories
None included, though the mouth is capable of holding standard LEGO bars and accessories.
Color Scheme
Dark Bluish Gray. This is the standard color for several LEGO shark variants released during the late 2000s.
Printing Details
Minimal pad printing on the eyes. The 'angry' eye print is crisp and aligned with the molded socket of the head piece.
Variants
Standard sharks exist with redonde/blunt noses (shark01) and hammerhead shapes (shark03). This specific saw-nosed variant also appears in a lighter gray in later themes like Ninjago.
Condition Notes
The primary wear point is the jaw hinge, which can become loose over time (clutch power loss). The 'saw' tip is prone to bite marks or stress whitening if bent.
Estimated Value
Used: $3.00 - $6.00 USD. New: $8.00 - $12.00 USD. Prices fluctuate based on the specific set context.
Price (New)
Originally included in sets ranging from $30 (7051) to $90 (8633). Not sold individually.
Compatible Sets
8633 Speedboat Rescue (Agents), 7051 Tripod Invader (Alien Conquest), 4645 Harbor (City).
Character Background
This is a specialized fauna element designed for the Agents theme, where the villain (Dr. Inferno) often used genetically modified or dangerous sea creatures to guard his bases.
Design Notes
Uses the 2008 shark body redesign which updated the classic late-90s mold with better proportions and textured gills, paired with the unique saw-blade head mold.
Similar Minifigures
Great White Shark (shark01), Hammerhead Shark (shark03), Ninjago Sawfish (dark gray with different printing).
Collectibility
Moderate. It is a must-have for completionists of the Agents theme or fans of the more diverse LEGO marine life catalog.
History
Followed the evolution of the 1989 Pirate shark. By 2008, LEGO was experimenting with more specialized animal heads to add variety to their sets.
Interesting Facts
The saw-bladed nose is designed with the same 'tooth' spacing as LEGO gears, though it is not technically functional as a gear. It was one of the first aggressive 'mutant-style' animals in the modern era of Town-based themes.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in an underwater MOC or a laboratory scene. Use a trans-clear bar to 'suspend' it in a swimming pose.
Modification Potential
The head can be swapped onto any standard shark body of the same era. The serrated nose can also be used as a custom weapon for larger brick-built figures.
Overall Assessment
A solid, well-designed creature piece. While not as valuable as a rare minifigure, its unique head mold makes it a standout piece of 2000s-era LEGO animal design.