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Heritage Auctions Unveils Wolverines X-2 Jacket and Claws from Bryan Singers Collection
Heritage Auctions has announced a new auction featuring two iconic pieces from the 2003 film X2: X‑Men United—Wolverine’s motorcycle jacket and his adamantium claws. The items, sourced from the personal collection of director Bryan Singer, are the first time the costume pieces have been offered to the public.
The jacket, made of brown pebbled leather with a standing collar, a front zipper, two long side pockets, and three yellow leather armbands on each arm, was worn by Hugh Jackman in the film. According to Heritage Auctions, the jacket shows signs of production wear, including scuffs, scratches, cracked leather at the edges, and one missing armband on the left arm. The claws, constructed from hard composite rubber with a metal armature and spray‑painted to resemble metal, were also used on set. The auction catalogue notes that the claws exhibit production wear such as scuffs, paint loss, and a broken center right claw missing about an inch at the knuckle.
The auction is scheduled to begin with opening bids of $50,000 for the jacket and $8,000 for the claws. Heritage Auctions described the items as “a piece of superhero history” and highlighted their significance in the evolution of X‑Men film costumes, which at the time were the most elaborate superhero outfits produced by 20th Century Fox.
X2 was the second installment in the original X‑Men film series, directed by Bryan Singer and released by 20th Century Fox in May 2003. The film’s costume design, overseen by production designer Guy Hendrix Dyas, was noted for its biker‑style aesthetic, a departure from the more colorful costumes of the first film. The jacket’s yellow leather armbands and suede embellishments were a nod to Wolverine’s comic‑book look, and the design reportedly influenced later comic iterations that moved away from yellow spandex.
The auction comes amid renewed interest in X‑Men memorabilia, as Marvel’s acquisition of the X‑Men rights in 2019 has led to a resurgence of the franchise. According to reports, the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday (scheduled for release in 2026) will feature several original X‑Men characters, including Patrick Stewart and James Marsden. While Hugh Jackman’s participation has not yet been confirmed, the film is expected to showcase the comic‑accurate costumes that fans have long sought.
Jackman’s portrayal of Wolverine in the 2024 film Deadpool & Wolverine also brought the character’s signature look to a new generation of audiences. The film’s costume design, which included a brown and tan outfit, was praised for its fidelity to the comics. If Jackman returns to the X‑Men universe, he is likely to wear a variant of the Deadpool & Wolverine costume rather than the X2 jacket.
Heritage Auctions’ release of these items underscores the enduring appeal of X‑Men film artifacts. The jacket and claws, both heavily used on set, offer collectors a tangible link to the early 2000s superhero boom that helped launch the modern era of comic‑book cinema.
The auction will be held online, with the items expected to attract serious collectors and fans of the X‑Men franchise. The sale is part of a broader trend of film memorabilia auctions that capitalize on the growing market for authentic costume pieces from popular franchises.
As the X‑Men franchise continues to expand within the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the availability of original costume items provides a rare opportunity for collectors to own a piece of the series’ history. The auction’s outcome will likely set a benchmark for the value of early X‑Men film props.
For those interested in bidding, Heritage Auctions will provide detailed photographs and condition reports in the days leading up to the auction. The sale is expected to conclude in the first week of July 2026.
The jacket, made of brown pebbled leather with a standing collar, a front zipper, two long side pockets, and three yellow leather armbands on each arm, was worn by Hugh Jackman in the film. According to Heritage Auctions, the jacket shows signs of production wear, including scuffs, scratches, cracked leather at the edges, and one missing armband on the left arm. The claws, constructed from hard composite rubber with a metal armature and spray‑painted to resemble metal, were also used on set. The auction catalogue notes that the claws exhibit production wear such as scuffs, paint loss, and a broken center right claw missing about an inch at the knuckle.
The auction is scheduled to begin with opening bids of $50,000 for the jacket and $8,000 for the claws. Heritage Auctions described the items as “a piece of superhero history” and highlighted their significance in the evolution of X‑Men film costumes, which at the time were the most elaborate superhero outfits produced by 20th Century Fox.
X2 was the second installment in the original X‑Men film series, directed by Bryan Singer and released by 20th Century Fox in May 2003. The film’s costume design, overseen by production designer Guy Hendrix Dyas, was noted for its biker‑style aesthetic, a departure from the more colorful costumes of the first film. The jacket’s yellow leather armbands and suede embellishments were a nod to Wolverine’s comic‑book look, and the design reportedly influenced later comic iterations that moved away from yellow spandex.
The auction comes amid renewed interest in X‑Men memorabilia, as Marvel’s acquisition of the X‑Men rights in 2019 has led to a resurgence of the franchise. According to reports, the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday (scheduled for release in 2026) will feature several original X‑Men characters, including Patrick Stewart and James Marsden. While Hugh Jackman’s participation has not yet been confirmed, the film is expected to showcase the comic‑accurate costumes that fans have long sought.
Jackman’s portrayal of Wolverine in the 2024 film Deadpool & Wolverine also brought the character’s signature look to a new generation of audiences. The film’s costume design, which included a brown and tan outfit, was praised for its fidelity to the comics. If Jackman returns to the X‑Men universe, he is likely to wear a variant of the Deadpool & Wolverine costume rather than the X2 jacket.
Heritage Auctions’ release of these items underscores the enduring appeal of X‑Men film artifacts. The jacket and claws, both heavily used on set, offer collectors a tangible link to the early 2000s superhero boom that helped launch the modern era of comic‑book cinema.
The auction will be held online, with the items expected to attract serious collectors and fans of the X‑Men franchise. The sale is part of a broader trend of film memorabilia auctions that capitalize on the growing market for authentic costume pieces from popular franchises.
As the X‑Men franchise continues to expand within the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the availability of original costume items provides a rare opportunity for collectors to own a piece of the series’ history. The auction’s outcome will likely set a benchmark for the value of early X‑Men film props.
For those interested in bidding, Heritage Auctions will provide detailed photographs and condition reports in the days leading up to the auction. The sale is expected to conclude in the first week of July 2026.
