These Vintage LEGO Kits are making a triumphant return from the 1970s and 80s, this time in the way of the Lion Castle and Galaxy Explorer!
The new sets are pretty awesome with all kinds of nostalgia paced in there. If you’ve been patiently waiting (since the late 70s), you don’t have much longer to go now as the Explorer is already on pre-order and the cast will hit pre-order on August 8th.
The castle actually grabbed over 55,000 votes to become a set once again! If you had these as a kid and beat them up/lost most of the bricks, then it’s so cool to have a chance to own them again. Let’s check out the new sets!
LEGO Lion Knights’ Castle 10305: $399.99
As we said, this one hits pre-order on August 8th, so set the date in your calendar! Let’s hear what they have to say about this new set:
- A classic build reimagined – Enjoy quality time crafting all the details of this Lion Knights’ Castle (10305) buildable model, inspired by classic LEGO® castle sets from days gone by
- Requested by LEGO® fans – Created to celebrate 90 years of LEGO history, this set was designed following a poll of over 55,000 respondents on the LEGO Ideas platform
- 4,514 pieces – Enjoy hours of mindful building as you craft all the details of this epic build. Discover details on every side, then open up the castle to explore the story-packed interior
- Packed with medieval details – Raise and lower the castle’s drawbridge and portcullis, explore hidden passages, escape from the dungeon, turn the mill’s waterwheel and prepare for battle in the armory
- Secret hideout – Build secret hideouts for the forest people. Drop them through the dungeon trapdoor when they invade, and help them escape through the secret passage
- 22 minifigures – Bring stories of the queen, knights, archers, wizard and the forest people to life with the collection of minifigures and accessories redesigned especially for this set
- Dimensions – When closed, the castle model measures over 14 in. (38 cm) high, 17 in. (44 cm) wide and 12 in. (33 cm) deep
- For adults who never stopped imagining – This LEGO® set is part of a range of building sets designed for adult building fans who love stunning design, intricate details and elegant architecture
- Quality materials – LEGO® building bricks are manufactured from high-quality materials. They’re consistent, compatible, and connect and pull apart easily every time: it’s been that way since 1958
- Safety ensured – With LEGO® pieces, safety and quality come first. That’s why they’re rigorously tested, so you can be sure that this model is robust
Galaxy Explorer 10497: $99.99
This is actually on pre-order right now, and will be shipped on August 1st, so if you want it, go get it before it’s sold out!
Here’s what they have to say about this kit:
- Inspired by the 1979 original – The spaceship retains the classic color scheme and blended delta wing configuration of the original ship and stands on its 3 retractable landing legs
- Astronaut figures – The spaceship comes complete with 4 astronauts and their robot helper
- Authentic accessories – Accessories include a surface rover, plus a rover compartment with tools and an extendable ramp
- Detailed interior – Open the cockpit to reveal the interior, where there are seats for all 4 astronauts as well as living quarters with 2 beds, computers and storage compartments
- A gift for space lovers – Take time out for yourself or treat a loved one to mark any special anniversary or occasion with this spaceship gift idea
- Dimensions – The model measures over 5 in. (13 cm) high, 20.5 in. (52 cm) long and 12.5 in. (32 cm) wide
- A project for adults – This LEGO® set is part of a range of building sets designed for adult building fans who love stunning design, intricate details and elegant architecture
- Quality materials – LEGO® building bricks are manufactured from high-quality materials. They’re consistent, compatible and connect and pull apart easily every time: it’s been that way since 1958
- Safety ensured – With LEGO® pieces, safety and quality come first. That’s why they’re rigorously tested, so you can be sure that this model is robust
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About Travis Pasch: Travis has been a Warhammer 40k hobbyist since the 1990s, playing the game since Third Edition. Through extensive traveling, he’s seen a lot of the miniatures hobby from across the world, giving him a unique perspective on the latest gaming topics and trends.
Travis’s brother even owns a commission painting studio, where he’s picked up a lot of good advice and techniques for painting Warhammer and tabletop miniatures over the years, as well. Travis joined the Spikey Bits team in 2019 and has been the lead writer since 2020.
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