Can Schleich have its own category?

Thursday, March 24, 2022 4:30 AM

I have noticed that when you add a horse, the 'make' drop down box says original finish rubber (Schleich/CollectA/Safari) when, in fact, the Schleich models are NOT made of rubber. They are made of PVC Plastic.

I would like to see Schleich have its own OF category if that's possible please. :)

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Thursday, March 24, 2022 6:14 AM

Thanks for the suggestion!

This is based on what many shows (live or photo) call that type of model. It isn't because they are made of rubber, just that they feel more rubbery/slightly bendy compared to other rigid plastic models. The others (Safari, etc.) aren't made of rubber, either, it's just an easy catch-all term. They usually compete against the other brands listed in shows regardless of what they are called (whether the host calls it a rubber division on the class list or a Schleich/CollectA/WIA etc. division on the class list) and splitting that designation up will make more work for show hosts that I don't feel is quite necessary at this time.

If there is a growing demand for Schleich-specific shows or divisions where it would be useful to have them separate from the other brands, then this answer may change, however, so far that has not been the case. Hope this explains things :)

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Thursday, March 24, 2022 8:24 PM

Ok, thanks. That helps. :)

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