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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!

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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.

 

featured lens Model Horse Makes: Breyer Animal Creations

Chances are if today's Gen X parent remembers owning a model horse or two in their youth, it was probably a Breyer model. Read on for more about the model horse hobby's time-tested line.

featured lens Model Horse Makes: Peter Stone

Peter Stone Company: A newer contender in the model horse world, but not a new name or face to many.

featured lens Model Horse Makes: 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.

featured lens Model Horse Makes: 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.

featured lens Model Horse Makes: 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.

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!

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

SunshineAcres says:

trail of the painted ponies

Posted February 09, 2008

freelief says:

Four words for you: Midnight Sun conga line

Posted January 25, 2008

Peter Stone, no doubt.

 
 
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MORE ABOUT THE MODEL HORSE HOBBY 

featured lens Etching the Model Horse: Beyond Collecting

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 pains...

featured lens Customizing a Model Horse: Why and How

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/resculpting

featured lens Collecting Model Horses: From Toys to Antiques

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...

featured lens Model Horse Competitions: Beyond Collecting

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.

A typical collection on display.

 

Are you a collector? Share your favorite model here.

Lensmaster

Wysiwigs wrote...

I still have most of my Breyers. Interestingly enough, I have a number of Breyer models that look just like a number of our real horses :o) Great lens ~ 5*

ReplyPosted May 15, 2009

Lensmaster

WSG wrote...

I'm always interested to hear how someone goes about their collecting. Is there a particular breed, or color, or collection that you target, or do you just collect what you love at the moment? I'm a bit of a breed focused collector. I'm trying to collect on of each of the Breyer horse breeds. That should keep me busy for some time.

ReplyPosted March 24, 2009

Lensmaster

AllHorses wrote...

I wish I had never sold my red roan Running Stallion ... he was so cool!

ReplyPosted July 10, 2008

Lensmaster

freelief wrote...

Thanks to Kathy's Korral for the collection photo above.

ReplyPosted January 25, 2008

Ready to dive in? 

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.

Model horses (customized) 

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