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Set #: 6192
Theme: Basic Construction Set
Year Released: 2008
Piece Count: 150
Minifigs: 1
List Price: $10 (USD)
Ahoy maties, yet another Pirate set review, but this one be a little different. This set, discussed here and here, is not part of the new Pirates theme, but rather a new basic construction series. One could refer to this set as a Creator set, but the name Creator does not appear on the box. In any case, it includes something special found in no other Pirate set, an exclusive Pirate Captain (pictured later).
My first thought was, why would Lego offer a new Pirate construction set, not part of the Pirates theme? I think Lego was pursuing the Creator builder with this set, or perhaps even a more younger builder that gives the buyer a number of pirate-possibilities using classic bricks. The outcome is actually quite pleasant and offers creative "build-ability", rather than "play-ability".
So, enough talk, let's take a closer look at this set.
Starting with the box which many of you die-hard pirate fans have seen:
The back of the box shows some alternate models including a red crab next to what I think looks like a cactus (ok, it's the cowboy in me talking
):
The best part of the entire set is the exclusive blue-torso smiling pirate. Not pictured is the back of the torso that is just solid blue with a brown strap printed along the back:
The set also includes two swords and three clear gems as the pirate captain's treasure:
Although a little too large, the red treasure chest with working lid is actually neatly designed and holds the three clear gems:
OK, now don't laugh (or compare this to an actual Lego shark). For using only standard bricks, it's not too bad:
On to the pirate ship. It actually isn't too bad for a standard brick-built design. This is actually the type of stuff we made in the late 70s/early 80s before Lego created their Pirate theme (but better
). Only a few of us remember. 
The ship actually has a nice steering wheel piece that is a great piece for MOCs. Here's a shot of the back of the flag and steering area:
One good thing is the sail doesn't wrinkle:
And what kind of pirate ship would not have a plank to walk. Here's the captain checking it out:
After building this set, it even had a number of extra pieces left over. Here's the smaller pieces including a small colorful seagull or parrot (your guess is as good as mine):
Here's a picture of the larger bricks:
Pictured in the instructions are some alternate models (same picture as the back of the box):
Here's the complete set:
And lastly, a picture with many of the new pirates as they flood the small ship:
Final Thoughts
I had not seen any of the early pictures of this set as I don't frequent the Pirates forum too often, so I was excited to find it on the store shelf this evening. Although I like the pirate captain, I wasn't expecting too much before building. I was; however, pleasantly surprised upon building the pirate ship. It was a fun and enjoyable build. When judging/rating this set, one should appreciate the fact that this is not part of the Pirate theme and rather intended for the "basic builder". The fact that the set has a minifig that is not contained in any of the Pirates theme sets surprises me, but it does draw pirate fans to buy, which is a great marketing ploy by Lego. I think I may be using this little set as an office toy, as I've wanted to bring some Lego to work for a long time.
This set also offers a few useful pieces and can be used as a fun little stand-alone set for creative building. It would be a fun contest to see what different builders could create using only the pieces contained in this set.
I rate this set around a 3.5 to 4 not comparing it to the new Pirates theme (for younger, "basic" builders). I hope you enjoy this review.
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A good little set and very piraty for little kids minus the violence 
Personelly I wouldnt get it but it is quite a cute little set 
