Dr. Mindbender
Hasbro • G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero
Toy Category
Action Figure
Year Released
1986
Condition
Very Good. The figure shows minor paint wear on the boots and hair. The Cobra logo on the shoulder is crisp and visible. The O-ring appears to be intact but of unknown tension. Metal screws show slight oxidation.
Estimated Market Value
$15.00 - $35.00 (Loose, incomplete)
Description
The figure depicts the Cobra Interrogator Dr. Mindbender. He features a distinctive bald head with a monocle over his right eye and a large handlebar mustache. He is shirtless, wearing a yellow cheetah-print vest with silver grenades, blue trousers, a green utility belt, and tall black boots. His left arm has a black bandaged gauntlet and a red Cobra logo tattoo on the shoulder.
Market Value
Estimated Market Value
$15.00 - $35.00 (Loose, incomplete)
Auction Estimate
$18.00 - $25.00
Toy Identity
Edition Details
Original mass-market release; manufactured in Hong Kong
Model Number
6375/6282
Toy Type
3.75 inch scale plastic action figure with swivel-arm battle grip and O-ring construction
Toy Condition
Very Good. The figure shows minor paint wear on the boots and hair. The Cobra logo on the shoulder is crisp and visible. The O-ring appears to be intact but of unknown tension. Metal screws show slight oxidation.
Packaging Condition
No Packaging. Figure is loose as shown in the image.
Rarity & Significance
Dr. Mindbender is a core character in G.I. Joe lore, serving as the primary scientist and brainwasher for Cobra. This 1986 version is his iconic original appearance. While not rare, complete figures with high-quality paint are highly sought after by collectors of the 80s line.
Special Features
Original accessories (not pictured) include a grey electric prod, a grey power pack with a black hose, and a black handheld pistol. The figure features a heat-sensitive 'Cobra' tattoo on the left arm.
Notable Variations
There are minor color variations in the flesh tone and the shade of the yellow vest (ranging from bright yellow to a slightly more orange-yellow) depending on the factory of origin (Hong Kong vs. China). A later version was released with the Battle Corps line in 1993 with a significantly different design.