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What is a model horse?

Model horses are scale replicas, usually cast in plastic or ceramic, but sometimes in other materials.

Some collectors amass hundreds or even thousands of models (see collecting lens), and opportunities exist for virtual and live exhibition (see showing lens) and artists who repaint and even resculpt these models (see customizing lens).

As you can see, model horses are far more than just toys!

All Horses: Model Horse HQ

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These are the Squidoo lenses in Model Horse HQ at www.AllHorses.us

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All Horses: Models: Etching

In the mid- to late 90's a model horse customization craze peaked in popularity. Rather than simply painting pinto or spotted patterns on models, some artists began removing factory original paint finish to expose the white plastic beneath by a painstaking, slow and exact process known as etching. W...1 point

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All Horses: Models: Customizing

There are many ways a model horse customizer can change the appearance of a horse.I will highlight the three most common methods:* repainting


* hairing


* remaking/resculpting1 point

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All Horses: Models: Breyer Animal Creations

Chances are if a thirty-something sees a model horse and remembers owning one of them in their youth, it was probably a Breyer model. Read on for more about the model horse hobby's time-tested line.1 point

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All Horses: Models: Hartland Collectibles

One of the originals, Hartland has been making scale model horses for collectors since the 1940s. They currently offer Regal, Heritage and Legacy Series. Read on to learn more about Hartland and more model horse hobby news.1 point

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All Horses: Models: Hagen-Renaker

Hagen-Renaker is probably best known for their very small miniatures in fine china. Read on to find out much more about HR and more collectible scale model horses.1 point

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All Horses: Models: Schleich

With their inexpensive cost for the quality of craftsmanship and ease of availability, the Schleich scale model horses and accessories are becoming quite popular among young collectors. Read more about the model horse collecting hobby here.1 point

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All Horses: Models: Collecting

Model horse collecting has an appeal for all ages. You can collect models starting at under a dollar if you're young, and affluent afficionados can dabble in artist resins worth thousands of dollars. This lens will introduce you to the hobby, along with sharing some other facets of the collecting cr...1 point

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All Horses: Models: Showing

Model horse collectors share their prize possessions and artistic talents with one another by holding horse shows. Below you will find an introduction to the world of live showing and photo showing.1 point

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Saddles For Sale

All saddles for sale including billy cook saddles are guaranteed by the manufacture. All saddles for sale at saddlebackrange.com come with free shipping to the 48 contiguous United States.0 points

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Big Bear Real Estate

Big Bear Real Estate expert, Israel Barden, can assist you with your real estate purchase in Big Bear Lake, CA, CALL (909) 587-5605.0 points

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Big Bear CA Real Estate

Big Bear, CA Real Estate in beautiful Big Bear Lake. CALL NOW (909) 587-5605.0 points

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Runner Rugs

Runner Rugs for sale! Free Shipping within the United States, except for AK & HI. All runner rugs at least 20% Off!0 points

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Web Design Companies

One of the Great Web Design Companies in Orange County and Los Angeles, California (310) 694-54740 points

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Outfit Ideas

Outfit Ideas - Let people you know or people you don't choose which outfit looks best on you for the occasion at doubtfits.com Or visit doubtfits.com to get outfit ideas from other people's photos. Join the fun!0 points

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Clothing Outfits

Clothing, Outfits - Let strangers and friends help you decide what to wear to work or on a date or anywhere at doubtfits.com0 points

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Makes and types

Some of the more well known producers of mass market scale figurines are Breyer, Peter Stone, Hartland, Hagen-Renaker, with Ertl and Schleich being less favored among collectors.

Artist resin figures have become more popular during recent years, with limited runs giving the models a higher value, and finishing by skilled artisans making each piece unique and treasured.
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Mel's Model Horses

Mel's Model Horses - Breyer Stone Painted Ponies H more...0 points

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Model Horse Central

A collection of online resources for model horse c more...0 points

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stonehorses.com

Welcome to The Peter Stone Company. Model Horses f more...0 points

Which is better?

Model horse collectors are generally loyal to their favorite "make" or company. What's yours?

Which one rules?

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Breyer; BMC forever!

leezillu says:

Defiantly Breyer, detail is awesome.

Posted October 18, 2010

alessandra says:

I am alessandra ,we are?

Posted December 12, 2009

alessandra says:

I love horses 4ever

Posted December 12, 2009

Wysiwigs says:

Most definitely! :o)

Posted May 15, 2009

WSG says:

Oh, it has to be Breyer Horses. I'm a sucker for the classics. I played with them as a child and collect them as an adult. My parents thought horses were a "phase," but they were sorely mistaken. They're still a big part of my life.

Posted March 24, 2009

Peter Stone, no doubt.

 
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MORE ABOUT THE MODEL HORSE HOBBY

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You can buy many different types of models brand new, but you have to know where to look. Breyers can be found in the toy section of many large chains, and online at Amazon and other retailers.

eBay is a great source for less expensive, gently used models if you are looking to start a collection, or want a cheaper "body" to attempt repainting.

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All Horses: Gifts HQ

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All Horses: Issues HQ

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All Horses: Health HQ

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All Horses: Gaited Breeds HQ

All horses are "gaited" in the sense tha more...1 point

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All Horses: Gymkhana HQ

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