Boba Fett - Classic Gray Suit, Cloth Cape
sw0002 · Star Wars
Star Wars Classic / Original Trilogy · First released in 2000 in set 7144 Boba Fett's Slave I. This version specifically features the tan cloth cape.
Figure ID
sw0002
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
First released in 2000 in set 7144 Boba Fett's Slave I. This version specifically features the tan cloth cape.
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare. While Boba Fett is a common character, this early 2000s variant is highly sought after due to its classic 'yellow' era roots and unique cloth cape which is often lost or frayed.
Head
Standard black blank head piece used to represent a shadow under the helmet, common for early Star Wars figures with helmets.
Torso
Light Gray with Boba Fett's iconic green and yellow mandalorian armor printing and brown utility belt. Includes light gray arms and yellow hands.
Legs
Light Gray legs and hips with no printing, which was standard for this era of Star Wars minifigures.
Accessories
Classic Boba Fett helmet (Sand Green) with non-articulated rangefinder, a reddish-brown jetpack, a tan cloth cape (pauldron), and a black blaster rifle (blaster carbine).
Color Scheme
A mix of Light Gray, Sand Green, Yellow, and Reddish Brown. It utilizes a more muted color palette compared to modern versions.
Printing Details
Pad printing on the torso only. The print includes the bounty hunter's chest plates and the red sigil on the chest. No leg or arm printing is present.
Variants
The sw0002 has a few mold variations for the jetpack and helmet. A key variant is sw0002a which uses a different brown for the jetpack. This is distinct from the 2003 'Cloud City' version with printed arms/legs (sw0107).
Condition Notes
The tan cloth cape is the most fragile part and prone to fraying. Check for 'cape bite' (creases from the neck). The helmet's antenna is prone to snapping if stressed.
Estimated Value
Used complete versions range from $25 to $45 USD. In pristine condition, it can exceed $60. Value is heavily dictated by the crispness of the cloth cape.
Price (New)
Originally released in set 7144 which retailed for $20.00 in 2000. It also appeared in set 4476 Jabba's Prize ($7.00).
Compatible Sets
7144 Slave I (2000), 4476 Jabba's Prize (2003), and 10123 Cloud City (though sw0107 is the star of that set).
Character Background
Boba Fett is the galaxy's most notorious bounty hunter, first appearing in the Star Wars Holiday Special and later The Empire Strikes Back.
Design Notes
Early design using a single-mold helmet/rangefinder. This figure represents the bridge between LEGO's classic simplicity and the dawn of detailed licensed themes.
Similar Minifigures
sw0107 (Cloud City Boba), sw0396 (2012 Version), sw0608 (Modern UCS version).
Collectibility
High. As one of the first 100 LEGO Star Wars figures ever made, it is a cornerstone for any completionist or 'Original Trilogy' fan.
History
This figure debuted in the second wave of Star Wars sets. It remained the definitive LEGO Boba Fett for over a decade before more detailed molds were introduced.
Interesting Facts
For the first few years of Star Wars LEGO, Boba Fett didn't have a face; the black head was used to make the visor look 'dark' and mysterious.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside the classic 2000 Slave I or with the Han Solo in Carbonite brick (seen in the background of your photo).
Modification Potential
Commonly used for 'purist' customs to create other Mandalorians by swapping the torso or adding different colored capes.
Overall Assessment
A legendary minifigure. While it lacks the detail of modern versions, its nostalgic value and the presence of the cloth cape make it a standout piece in the collection shown.