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Model horses or toy horses are scale replicas of real horses and are highly collectible. Model horses can be enjoyed by anyone, regardless of age or gender, although the vast majority of collectors are women. The hobby originated more or less simultaneously - but independently - in North America and the UK, followed later by Sweden (UK-influenced), Germany (US-influenced) and Australia. The hobby encompasses a wide variety of activities, from those who simply like to collect to those who enthusiastically show their models at model horse shows. Unlike many model cars or model trains, the horses do not need to be assembled from kits, although they can be altered to the collector's liking.
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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 sho...
What can I tell you about Schleich?
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Schleich was founded in Germany in 1935 by Friedrich Schleich. The now famous figurines came to life in the 1950's. The idea was to provide consumers with true to life and meticulously handpainted PVC figurines and accessories. Schleich is now in its third generation of ownership.
Schleich started off with the production of comic figurines including The Smurfs, Snoopy, The Muppet Show Characters and many many more.
In the 1980's Schleich added animal figurines to the company. The Animals and Play Worlds they created are a true reflection of nature on a smaller scale. These span from the lost world of the dinosaurs to domestic and wild animals of present times. The design of these products are made as realistic and naturalistic as possible. This enables children to experience the large variety of nature - from domestic animals on a farm to wild animals in the jungle.
Schleich offers a range of plastic figurines relating to Farm Life, Wild Life, Forest Life, Sea Life, Dinosaurs, Medieval Times, American Frontier and The Smurfs. Schleich products meet European and American toy testing and safety requirements suitable for ages 3+ for Children's play as well as the Serious Collector.
The line of Horses include 37 hand-painted models. Some included are Arabian, Lipizzaner, Clydesdale, Pinto, Appaloosa, Palomino, Mustang, Quarter Horse & Shetland Pony. There are also many accessories to complement these beautiful horses.
SCHLEICH HORSES
Just horses. Stallions, mares and foals, draft breeds all the way down to ponies, and all colors.
Schleich Horses
Schleich Tennessee Walking Horse
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Halfling Horse
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Schleich Lipizzaner Set
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Schleich Heavy Draft Horse
The Heavy Draft Horse by Schleich is made out of v more...0 points
Chestnut Mare, Schleich Horse
Great for Kids. This item is not only a toy, but a more...0 points
Palomino Stallion
Hand painted and modeled from nature Palomino Stal more...0 points
Falabella Mini Horse Model Animal by Schleich
This hand-painted Falabella Mini Horse will make a more...0 points
Arabian - Foal
Hand painted and modeled from nature Arabian horse more...0 points
MEDIEVAL TIMES
Knights and jousting, kings, swords, slaying dragons and saving castles ... that's what this series is all about. Even boys love model horses you can fight with!
Schleich Medieval Horses
Fleur De Lis Prince on Reared up Horse
The prince is the central figure in the battle. If more...1 point
Crusader Standard bearer on Horse
The standard-bearer on horse has the honour of hol more...0 points
Lion Coat of Arms Prince on Reared up Horse
These knights with the Lion Coat of Arms are handp more...0 points
Lion Coat of Arms Standard bearer on Horse
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Black Knight on Horse
This strong knight personifies all that is good. H more...0 points
FANTASY HORSES & CREATURES
Fairies ride magical horses, unicorns play hide-and-seek and Pegasus flies through the sky. Little girls love the pretty pastel figures, and even older girls can enjoy the dark and mischevious elves and sorceresses!
More about the model horse hobby
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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
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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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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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Other model horse manufacturers
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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: 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.
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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: 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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