3248 Secret Agent 004

Mattel Big Jim Secret Agent 004, reference 3248, belongs to the European spy-themed Big Jim range and was marketed around 1979–1981, with surviving sources giving different dates depending on the market. This vintage figure is distinguished by its identity-changing mechanism and three disguise faces stored in a blue case. Documented examples of the set include a white shirt with blue tie, trousers, a beige undershirt with brown shorts, a blue trench coat and black boots, although clothing colors can vary between releases. Secret Agent 004 embodies the espionage universe that defined this later Mattel collection, allowing Big Jim to switch appearance for undercover missions. Reference 3248 is therefore notable for combining an articulated figure, disguise accessories and the characteristic face-changing feature.