Jango Fett - Tan Suit
sw0053 · Star Wars
Episode II: Attack of the Clones · 2002. Released as the key figure in the first ever LEGO Attack of the Clones wave.
Figure ID
sw0053
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2002. Released as the key figure in the first ever LEGO Attack of the Clones wave.
Rarity
Very Rare. Exclusive to a single set released over 20 years ago. Highly sought after due to the 'Cloud City Boba Fett' era of printing.
Head
Standard yellow head with a classic LEGO smiley face under the helmet. The helmet is a single-mold dark gray piece with metallic silver and blue printing, featuring the iconic Mandalorian T-visor.
Torso
Tan/Sand-colored torso with sand blue arms and light gray hands. The printing depicts the Mandalorian armor plates in a minimalist early-2000s style with black outlines.
Legs
Tan/Sand-colored legs with gray hip joint. Printing on the front depicts knee-plate armor and holster details. There is no side or back leg printing.
Accessories
Originally included two light gray classic blasters (pistols) and a dark gray Mandalorian jetpack. (Note: Accessories are missing in the provided image).
Color Scheme
A unique palette of Sand-Tan and Sand-Blue, intended to represent Jango's pilot flight suit and silver/blue armor accents.
Printing Details
Simple pad printing characteristic of the early 2000s. High contrast black lines on tan plastic. No arm or back printing was present on this era of Jango Fett.
Variants
This is the original version. A more modern version (sw0468) was released in 2013 with flesh-colored skin, updated armor molds, and more detailed printing.
Condition Notes
Prone to 'torso cracks' on the sides under the armpits. The metallic silver printing on the helmet can rub off easily with play. Yellowing of the tan plastic is common if exposed to UV.
Estimated Value
Used (Complete): $250 - $400 USD. New (Sealed in set): Contextual to set 7153 value, approx $800+. The value is highly dependent on helmet print crispness.
Price (New)
Originally available in set 7153 (Jango Fett's Slave I) for $49.99 USD in 2002.
Compatible Sets
7153 Jango Fett's Slave I (2002). This is the only official set containing this specific version of the figure.
Character Background
Jango Fett is the legendary bounty hunter and genetic source of the Grand Army of the Republic's clone troopers, and 'father' to Boba Fett.
Design Notes
This figure is notable for using 'Tan' to represent Jango's suit, which many fans debated as being too light compared to the movie's purple-toned suit. It features the old-style helmet mold without a hole for rangefinders.
Similar Minifigures
sw0468 Jango Fett (2013), sw0002 Boba Fett (Classic), sw0107 Boba Fett (Cloud City - the 'holy grail' of the era).
Collectibility
High. This is a bucket-list item for Star Wars completionists. It represents the 'Golden Age' of licensed LEGO figures where designs were transitional between classic and modern.
History
Debuted alongside the release of Star Wars: Episode II. It remained the only Jango Fett figure available for over a decade until the 2013 redesigned version.
Interesting Facts
The 'Sand Blue' arms are a relatively rare part color for this era. Many collectors pair this torso with the later purple legs to create a 'movie accurate' custom.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside the 2002 Slave I. Use a UV-protected acrylic case to prevent the tan plastic from shifting into an orange hue and to protect the delicate helmet silver.
Modification Potential
Excellent for 'purist customs.' The torso is often used for custom bounty hunters or Western-themed MOCs due to the neutral tan color.
Overall Assessment
A legendary piece of LEGO Star Wars history. While the printing level is low by modern standards, its nostalgia and icon status make it a blue-chip collectible for any serious investor.