LEGO® Puffin

Description

What you get

This is a compact display model of one of the best-loved seabirds on the North Atlantic coast. The colours do the work: a black back, a white chest and a bold orange beak, with dark bluish grey for finishing touches. With only four main colours, the build is easy to sort and easy to follow. It dates from 2017 and belongs to the small, store-built models that visitors could put together themselves, which explains why the piece count stays so modest.

Small count, plenty of repeats

Fifty pieces share just 17 different elements, so many bricks appear more than once. That is typical of small animal models: a handful of basic shapes form the body, while a few special parts supply the beak and eyes. The full parts list is further down this page, with every colour, so you can tick things off as you build. There are no minifigures in the box, which keeps the focus entirely on the bird itself.

Who it suits

Because it is so short, the Puffin works for younger builders who want a finished model without a long session, and for adults who fancy a break between larger projects. It is a display piece rather than a toy, though it is sturdy enough to be picked up and admired. Its small footprint makes it a handy gift, since it fits on a desk, a windowsill or beside a bookshelf and still tells a clear story.

Giving the bricks a second life

Black, white and orange pieces turn up in most collections, so taking the bird apart is hardly a loss. The elements slot into penguins, gulls, ducks or entirely different ideas. Use the "What can I build?" tool on this page to see which other sets your bricks could make, and check the parts list to find out how many of each colour you already own before buying anything extra. Even the leftover orange pieces are handy for beaks, feet and signs.

FAQ

How many pieces are in the Puffin?

It has 50 pieces made up of 17 different elements. There are no minifigures.

Which range does it come from?

It belongs to the "Pick A Model" offer in LEGO® Brand Stores and was released in 2017.

Can I build something else with these bricks?

Yes. Black, white and orange parts combine easily with other collections, and the "What can I build?" tool shows matching sets.