Mine for glory!
Explosive Minecraft action awaits!

Grab your pickaxe and blast through the rock with Alex, a miner, and a baby polar bear in this 530-piece set!

🏛 Minecraft
Set #21277

The Pickaxe Mine

The Pickaxe Mine is an action-packed playset for young Minecraft fans.

🏆 Best For: Ideal for Minecraft fans aged 8-12 looking for an engaging and accessible build ⏱ 4.5 hr build 🧩 530 pcs 🎂 Ages 8+
★★★★☆ 4.0

Fans appreciate the set's playability and inclusion of key Minecraft characters, but some find the build repetitive and the overall design somewhat basic. The price point is generally considered fair for the content provided.

📝 Our Take

The Pickaxe Mine is an action-packed playset for young Minecraft fans. This set delivers classic Minecraft adventures with a focus on mining, exploration, and battling iconic creatures.

This set is perfect for kids aged 8+ who love Minecraft and enjoy building and playing with LEGOs. The build is straightforward, offering a fun and engaging experience, and the set provides ample opportunity for imaginative play.

Skip this if you're looking for a more complex building experience or a display piece for adult collectors. Consider larger, more detailed Minecraft sets or sets from other themes like LEGO Ideas for a more challenging build.

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🧱 Building Experience

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530
Pieces
4.5h
Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
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22cm × 16cm × 14cm
Dimensions
Build Highlights:
  • Explosive action features
  • Interactive play elements
  • Classic Minecraft characters and creatures
  • Modular design for customization

📈 Investment Analysis

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B-
Investment Grade
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The Pickaxe Mine presents a moderate investment opportunity. As a Minecraft set, it benefits from the theme's enduring popularity, particularly among younger audiences. The set's relatively low piece count and price point may limit significant appreciation, but the Minecraft theme's consistent demand could provide steady growth over time. Investors should monitor the set's retirement status and consider that similar Minecraft sets have shown moderate appreciation post-retirement.

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📖 About This Set

Filled with explosive LEGO® Minecraft® action, the Pickaxe Mine (21277) is a high-quality, interactive building toy for boys and girls aged 8 and up. Bursting with creative construction and engaging play, this LEGO Minecraft pickaxe toy makes the perfect gaming gift for Minecraft lovers and kids with a passion for adventure and imaginative fun.

The set includes 3 minifigures: popular gaming character Alex, a Miner and a stray spider jockey. There’s also a baby polar bear figure at the mine’s surface. Kids extract Minecraft ore from the mine, load it into a minecart and transport it along the track to be stored in a chest. The cart can be filled with TNT and launched into the rock wall, blasting through the other side. And when the day’s mining adventures come to an end, the LEGO Minecraft pickaxe toy doubles as a striking display piece. For added digital fun, builders can zoom in, rotate models in 3D and track their progress using the intuitive LEGO Builder app. Contains 530 pieces.

  • LEGO® Minecraft® pickaxe toy – The Pickaxe Mine for kids aged 8 and up is packed with hands-on fun for boys and girls with a passion for Minecraft, creative construction toys and gamer-room decor
  • LEGO® Minecraft® collectible figures – The set includes Alex, Miner and stray spider jockey minifigures, plus a ridable spider and a polar bear figure
  • Hands-on mining and battle adventures – Kids extract ore from the mine, load it into a minecart and transport it along the track to be stored in a chest, all while fending off a hostile spider jockey
  • Explosive action – Once the minecart is filled with TNT, a special feature lets kids launch it into the rock wall and blast through the other side
  • Gift for Minecraft® gamers – This LEGO® Minecraft creative-building adventure toy makes a great gift idea for Minecraft lovers
  • Build Together with friends and family – The LEGO® Builder app offers a fun and collaborative experience, where you can share the fun of LEGO building
  • Minecraft® made real – LEGO® Minecraft building toys for kids give players a different way to enjoy the game, with mobs, scenes and features brought to life with the hands-on creativity of LEGO bricks
  • 530-piece building toy – The LEGO® Minecraft® The Pickaxe Mine play-and-display set measures over 8 in. (22 cm) high, 6 in. (16 cm) wide and 5 in. (14 cm) deep

Compare Similar Sets

The Pickaxe Mine offers a more compact and affordable mining experience compared to larger Minecraft sets like The Mountain Cave. Its focus on play features and iconic characters makes it a great entry point for younger fans. While it lacks the complexity of larger sets, its playability and price point make it an attractive option for Minecraft enthusiasts.

3 Minifigures Included

The set includes popular character Alex, a Miner, and a Stray Spider Jockey, offering a good mix of heroes and villains for play. The Stray Spider Jockey is a unique addition, enhancing the set's collectible appeal.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 90 unique parts • 517 total pieces

Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clip Horizontal on Side Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 11476 Reddish Brown
Brick 1 x 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 1 x 3
Part #: 14716 Dark Orange
Technic Axle 5 with Stop Technic Axle 5 wi...
Part #: 15462 Reddish Brown
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Hole Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 15535 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15573 Reddish Brown
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15573 16× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Pin Hole Underneath Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 18677 Light Bluish Gray
Weapon Sword Blocky Weapon Sword Blocky
Part #: 18787 Pearl Gold
Tool Pickaxe Blocky, Double Tool Pickaxe Bloc...
Part #: 18789 Medium Azure
Weapon Bow and Arrow, Blocky Weapon Bow and Ar...
Part #: 18792 Reddish Brown
Hinge Plate 1 x 4 Swivel Top / Base - Hollow Clip [Complete Assembly] Hinge Plate 1 x 4...
Part #: 1927 Black
Minifig Head Special, Cube with Rear Ledge, Pixelated Red and Light Bluish Grey Face Print (Spider) Minifig Head Spec...
Part #: 19727pr0011 Black
Brick 2 x 2 Corner Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2357 20× Black
Brick 2 x 2 Corner Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2357 Light Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 Light Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 1 x 5 with Solid Stud Brick 1 x 1 x 5 w...
Part #: 2453b Reddish Brown
Brick 2 x 6 Brick 2 x 6
Part #: 2456 Light Bluish Gray
Plant, Flower Stem with Bottom Bar Plant, Flower Ste...
Part #: 24855 Green
Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals Plant, Flower, Pl...
Part #: 24866 Green
Tile Round 1 x 1 Quarter Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 25269 Light Bluish Gray
Tile 2 x 3 Tile 2 x 3
Part #: 26603 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 2 x 3 Tile 2 x 3
Part #: 26603 Black
Tile 2 x 2 Curved, Macaroni Tile 2 x 2 Curved...
Part #: 27925 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 2 x 2 Wedge, Center Stud, 1 x 1/2 Raised Tab Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 27928 Reddish Brown
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 Dark Orange
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 White
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 18× Light Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 3 Brick 2 x 3
Part #: 3002 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Reddish Brown
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 White
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 11× Light Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 2 with Reddish Brown and Dark Brown Lines Print Brick 1 x 2 with ...
Part #: 3004pr0014 Medium Nougat
Brick 1 x 2 with Black 'TNT' Pixelated Print Brick 1 x 2 with ...
Part #: 3004pr0036 White
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 Dark Orange
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 Reddish Brown
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 15× White
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 Black
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 Lime
Brick 2 x 10 Brick 2 x 10
Part #: 3006 Reddish Brown
Brick 2 x 8 Brick 2 x 8
Part #: 3007 White
Brick 1 x 6 Brick 1 x 6
Part #: 3009 Black
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Black
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Black
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 White
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Black
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 White
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Red
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 10× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Reddish Brown
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Lime
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 White
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Black
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Black
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Trans-Yellow
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Trans-Orange
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 15× Light Bluish Gray
Plate 4 x 4 Plate 4 x 4
Part #: 3031 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 4 x 6 Plate 4 x 6
Part #: 3032 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 4 x 6 Plate 4 x 6
Part #: 3032 Reddish Brown
Plate 6 x 10 Plate 6 x 10
Part #: 3033 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 6 x 10 Plate 6 x 10
Part #: 3033 Sand Green
Plate 6 x 10 Plate 6 x 10
Part #: 3033 Medium Blue
Plate 2 x 8 Plate 2 x 8
Part #: 3034 Reddish Brown
Plate 6 x 8 Plate 6 x 8
Part #: 3036 Reddish Brown
Plate 6 x 8 Plate 6 x 8
Part #: 3036 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b 18× Reddish Brown
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b 25× Black
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b Red
Tile 2 x 2 with Dark Brown Minecraft Grid Print (Crafting Table) Tile 2 x 2 with D...
Part #: 3068bpr0236 Medium Nougat
Tile 2 x 2 with Pixelated Map print Tile 2 x 2 with P...
Part #: 3068bpr0590 Tan
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Black
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b 12× Dark Orange
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Light Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Plate 2 x 6 [5 Holes] Technic Plate 2 x...
Part #: 32001 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Ball Joint Technic Ball Joint
Part #: 32474 Black
Plate Special 1 x 3 with 2 Studs with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 34103 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 Reddish Brown
Animal Body Part, Bear Head 1 x 2 with Cube Polar Bear with Pixelated Face, Narrow Eyes Print Animal Body Part,...
Part #: 35528pr0002 White
Brick 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 3
Part #: 3622 White
Brick 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 3
Part #: 3622 Black
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 Dark Orange
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [1 Pin Hole] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3700 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [1 Pin Hole] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3700 Tan
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Light Bluish Gray
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 [Upper] Hinge Brick 1 x 4...
Part #: 3830 Dark Bluish Gray
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 [Lower] Hinge Brick 1 x 4...
Part #: 3831 Light Bluish Gray
Bracket 2 x 2 - 2 x 2 Bracket 2 x 2 - 2...
Part #: 3956 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 6 x 6 Plate 6 x 6
Part #: 3958 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 4032a Black
Tile 1 x 8 with Groove Tile 1 x 8 with G...
Part #: 4162 Light Bluish Gray
Bracket 2 x 2 with 1 x 2 Vertical Studs Bracket 2 x 2 wit...
Part #: 41682 Reddish Brown
Bracket 2 x 2 with 1 x 2 Vertical Studs Bracket 2 x 2 wit...
Part #: 41682 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Groove Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4216 White
Technic Pin 1/2 Technic Pin 1/2
Part #: 4274 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 2 x 2 x 2/3 with Two Studs On Side and Two Raised - Updated Version Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 4304 Light Bluish Gray
Treasure Chest Bottom with Rear Slots, No Groove Treasure Chest Bo...
Part #: 4738c Medium Nougat
Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [Rounded Corners] Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...
Part #: 4865b Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clips Horizontal [Open O Clips] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60470b Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Handle on End [Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60478 Black
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Black
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Pearl Gold
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Medium Azure
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Reddish Brown
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Red
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Tan
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Blue
Panel 1 x 1 x 1 Corner Panel 1 x 1 x 1 C...
Part #: 6231 Light Bluish Gray
Brick Special 2 x 2 with Pin and Axle Hole Brick Special 2 x...
Part #: 6232 Light Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 3 Tile 1 x 3
Part #: 63864 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 2 x 4 with Groove and Two Center Studs (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 65509 Reddish Brown
Plate Special 2 x 4 with Groove and Two Center Studs (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 65509 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 2 x 4 with Groove and Two Center Studs (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 65509 White
Tile 2 x 6 Tile 2 x 6
Part #: 69729 White
Chain 2L with Bars Chain 2L with Bars
Part #: 6981 Dark Bluish Gray
Ladder 1 x 4 Ladder 1 x 4
Part #: 7307 Medium Nougat
Treasure Chest Lid, Flat with 2 Studs Treasure Chest Li...
Part #: 80835 Medium Nougat
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Open Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 85861 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Open Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 85861 Red
Brick Special 1 x 2 with 1 Center Stud on 1 Side, Bottom Stud Holder Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 86876 Black
Tile 2 x 4 with Groove Tile 2 x 4 with G...
Part #: 87079 Medium Nougat
Tile 2 x 4 with Groove Tile 2 x 4 with G...
Part #: 87079 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 4 with Stop Technic Axle 4 wi...
Part #: 87083 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Stud on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 87087 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87580 10× Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87580 White
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87580 Sand Green
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87580 25× Trans-Dark Pink
Brick Special 2 x 2 with Grooves and Axle Hole Brick Special 2 x...
Part #: 90258 Dark Bluish Gray
Panel 2 x 2 x 1 Corner Panel 2 x 2 x 1 C...
Part #: 91501 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 8 x 16 Plate 8 x 16
Part #: 92438 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Masonry Brick Profile Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 98283 Light Bluish Gray
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 2 Inverted Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
Part #: 99780 Black
The set features a solid collection of Light Bluish Gray and Black pieces, useful for building Minecraft landscapes and structures. The Trans-Dark Pink plates add a unique color element for lava or crystal formations.

🛒 Where to Buy

💎 Notable Parts

Trans-Dark Pink Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) (25x) $3.75
Black Tile 2 x 2 with Groove (25x) $2.50
Reddish Brown Tile 2 x 2 with Groove (18x) $2.70
Dark Orange Tile 1 x 2 with Groove (12x) $1.80
Reddish Brown Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud (8x) $0.80
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$11.55

💡 MOC Potential

🌳 Expand the mine into a larger cave system
🏙 Create a small Minecraft village extension
🏰 Build a fortified Minecraft outpost

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📖 Building Instructions 2

The Pickaxe Mine Instructions
BI 3106, 144+4, 21277 V29
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The Pickaxe Mine Instructions
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Charts Inventory Statistics

90
Unique Parts
517
Total Pieces
3
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 1