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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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...1 point
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
* hairin...1 point
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 da...1 point
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...1 point
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...0 points
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 Seri...0 points
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...0 points
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 qu...0 points
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Makes and types
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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Model Horse Makes: Hartland Collectibles
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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.
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Model Horse Makes: Hagen-Renaker
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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.
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Model Horse Makes: Breyer Animal Creations
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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.
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Model Horse Makes: Schleich
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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.
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Model Horse Makes: Peter Stone
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Peter Stone Company: A newer contender in the model horse world, but not a new name or face to many.
Rank these model horse sites
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The Model Horse Gallery
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Welcome to modelhorses.com
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Mel's Model Horses
Mel's Model Horses - Breyer Stone Painted Ponies H more...0 points
Model Horse Central
A collection of online resources for model horse c more...0 points
stonehorses.com
Welcome to The Peter Stone Company. Model Horses f more...0 points
breyerhorses.com
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MORE ABOUT THE MODEL HORSE HOBBY
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Model Horse Competitions: Beyond Collecting
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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.
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Collecting Model Horses: From Toys to Antiques
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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...
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Etching the Model Horse: Beyond Collecting
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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...
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Customizing a Model Horse: Why and How
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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
A typical collection on display.
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I wish I had never sold my red roan Running Stallion ... he was so cool! Posted July 10, 2008 |
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Ready to dive in?
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 (original factory finish)
Model horses (customized)
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