Cobra Frogman (Code Name: Eels)
Hasbro • G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero
Toy Category
Action Figure
Year Released
1985
Condition
Very Good/Excellent. The paint on the red chest plate and Cobra sigid appears crisp. O-ring is intact. Minor paint rubbing on joints and slight loose flipper fitment visible. Includes original mask, backpack, and weapon.
Estimated Market Value
$60.00 - $85.00 USD (for a complete figure with file card in this state)
Description
The Cobra Eel features a charcoal grey and black wet-suited body with a red chest plate bearing the Cobra sigil. The figure has a removable helmet with molded goggles. Accessories include a black backpack/breathing apparatus with two hoses, two black fins (flippers), and a black harpoon gun.
Market Value
Estimated Market Value
$60.00 - $85.00 USD (for a complete figure with file card in this state)
Auction Estimate
$50.00 - $75.00 USD
Toy Identity
Edition Details
Original first release; manufactured in Hong Kong.
Model Number
5159
Toy Type
3.75 inch scale plastic figure with 'Swivel-Arm Battle Grip' and O-ring construction
Toy Condition
Very Good/Excellent. The paint on the red chest plate and Cobra sigid appears crisp. O-ring is intact. Minor paint rubbing on joints and slight loose flipper fitment visible. Includes original mask, backpack, and weapon.
Packaging Condition
Incomplete/No Packaging. Includes original cut-out file card backer. File card is in Good condition with some age-related yellowing and slight corner curling.
Rarity & Significance
High significance. The Eel is one of the most iconic Cobra 'troop builders.' Because it came with several small removable parts (flippers, hoses, mask), finding a specimen 100% complete and intact is relatively difficult for collectors.
Special Features
Includes original harpoon gun, two-part backpack with hoses, removable diving mask, and both swim fins. Also accompanied by the original file card detailing 'Underwater Demolitions' specialty.
Notable Variations
There are minor differences in the thickness of the red paint on the chest; some versions have slightly different hose materials (soft vs. firm plastic) depending on the production run.