How many pieces are in the Deep Sea Bounty?

Deep Sea Bounty contains 344 pieces.

When was the Deep Sea Bounty released?

Deep Sea Bounty was released in 1997.

🏛 Divers

Set #6559

Deep Sea Bounty

Deep Sea Bounty is a classic underwater adventure set.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Intermediate build Ideal for older children and adult LEGO fans who enjoy a nostalgic building experience with a focus on play features.
Build: 344 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $44.00 list price · 12.8¢ per piece
Availability: Likely retired

★★★★☆ 4.4 community rating from 44 ratings

Fans appreciate the nostalgic feel and unique design of the Deep Sea Bounty, praising its playability and the inclusion of multiple minifigures. Some find the color scheme a bit dated and the building techniques simple compared to modern sets, but overall, it's a well-regarded classic.

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📝 Our Take

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Deep Sea Bounty is a classic underwater adventure set. Released in 1997 as part of the Divers theme, it features a large exploration vessel, a shark, and plenty of underwater treasure, capturing the adventurous spirit of LEGO exploration.

This set is perfect for LEGO enthusiasts who appreciate vintage themes and unique building experiences. With a moderate piece count and a focus on playability, it offers a satisfying build and plenty of opportunities for imaginative scenarios.

Skip this if you are only interested in modern, highly detailed sets. While charming, its design reflects the building styles of the late 90s and might not appeal to those seeking advanced building techniques or intricate display models. Consider newer City or Creator deep-sea exploration sets instead.

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🧱 Building Experience

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344

Pieces

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4.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Building the large exploration vessel with its detailed control room
Assembling the underwater scooter and the treasure chest
Incorporating the shark figure into the play scenarios
Creating the underwater landscape with sea grass and trans-neon green elements

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⏳ Retired

The Deep Sea Bounty set offers moderate investment potential due to its age, relatively low piece count, and the popularity of the Divers theme among collectors. Its rising price trend suggests increasing demand, but its value is somewhat limited by its mass-market availability during its initial release. Compared to larger, more elaborate sets, its appreciation may be slower, but its nostalgic appeal and complete sets with minifigures should see continued value growth. The set's age also increases the chances that it could be incomplete, driving up the value of complete sets.

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Compared to modern deep-sea exploration sets, Deep Sea Bounty offers a nostalgic charm and a simpler building experience. While lacking the intricate details of newer sets like the LEGO City Ocean Exploration Ship (60266-1), it stands out for its classic design and the unique appeal of the Divers theme. Collectors seeking a vintage underwater adventure may prefer this set, while those prioritizing modern features and building techniques might opt for newer alternatives.

5 Minifigures Included

Diver, Man, Blue Wetsuit, Black Helmet with Mask, Airtank, Moustache

2x included

Marine Explorer, White Shirt with Fish, Brown Hair, Sunglasses

4 parts

Marine Explorer, White Shirt with Fish, Blue Cap, Yellow Life Vest, Sunglasses

5 parts

C+

Marine Explorer, Blue Wetsuit, Red Cap, Headset

4 parts

The set includes five minifigures, featuring both divers and marine explorers, each with unique accessories such as diving gear, sunglasses, and life vests. The diver minifigures with the classic black helmet are particularly collectible.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 344
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 140 unique parts, 329 pieces
Minifigures: 5

LEGO counts 344 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 354, including the 25 parts inside the minifigures; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Missing a piece? Check this set piece by piece, with look-alike colors flagged and element IDs for replacements.

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The set offers a good selection of white and light gray bricks, slopes, and plates, useful for general building. The trans-neon green round plates and trans-green wave elements add a vibrant touch and are great for creating underwater scenes.

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💎 Notable Parts

Trans-Neon Green Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud (13x) $2.60

Trans-Green Wave / Flame Rounded with Base Pegs (10x) $2.00

White Antenna 1 x 4 with Rounded Top (9x) $0.90

White Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight (8x) $1.20

Green Plant, Sea Grass (4x) $1.00

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$7.70

💡 MOC Potential

🚢 Expand the exploration vessel into a larger research vessel

🌳 Create a coral reef environment for the divers to explore

🚗 Design a submarine for deeper underwater expeditions

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 5 videos

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

BlockTalk AI

Based on limited data, the LEGO community shows mixed sentiment toward the Deep Sea Bounty (6559). While no strong opinions are voiced, the set is generally regarded as a classic and a potentially valuable collector's item due to its age.

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Community Sentiment

Based on 5 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

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What the Community Says

1 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

JANG's LEGO Reviews offers an independent, unscripted fan review of the set's features, including the large main build and shark. HENRY'S VINTAGE TOYS highlights the set as a hidden treasure and a must-have for LEGO collectors.