So this just happened... Congratulations - You've been Selected for Teton! The America the Beautiful Series! Honestly though Breyer probably has been waiting for me to enter a lottery because in the years I've been a Collector Club member I've never entered a single lottery draw. Usually these models are far too expensive for me, but Teton was "only" $155 and, given her flashy coloring, I thought it worth the gamble. I will definitely do a post on this horse once I receive her! Teton is a part of the America the Beautiful series which, in my opinion, is probably the best series they've done yet. Teton is #11 and it really makes me wonder if they're going to end up making a horse for every state? All were made in quantities of 350 pieces but price tags were different for each model. I will go over the horses that they've released so far and add some later as they release them. #1 RainierThe highest mountain in the Cascades, Mount Rainier sits high above the booming city of Seattle, Washington. This ice-topped mountain is an actual active volcano area! Rainier's patchwork coat invokes the image of a snowy glacial mountaintop contrasted with dark volcanic rock. His sturdy draft build, ice blue eyes and silver horseshoes add to his beautiful detailing. He is marked Rainier 2017 on his belly in gold. Price: $175 My opinion: This horse is one of my favorites, and was definitely a good kickstart to the series! His $175 price tag though was a bit greedy, considering that he looks very similar to BF Bozeman in coloring. The Othello mold though is what sold this guy. #2 WailuaBeautiful Wailua captures the soft grey splash of the twin falls known as Wailua Falls on the island of Kauai, Hawaii. Wailua is also home to NouNou Mountains (also known as the Sleeping Giant) that divides the island, and the 20-mile long Wailua River. This striking Andalusian with soft dapples and dark points was inspired by the mists of this lush tropical paradise. His high gloss finish is a rare feature on the Legionario mold! Pad printed on the belly with Wailua 2017. Price: $165 My opinion: Not a fan of this mold. Way too small for the price. The dapple grey coloring is neat, as I'm a sucker for dapples, but his coloring looks similar to Crystal from the holiday mare and foal set. High gloss is probably what sold this guy the most. #3 AcadiaFar north in Maine, in Acadia Park, 45 miles of carriage roads wind through pristine forest. Many visit during the lush summer months, and thousands more arrive when the nights turn crisp, to witness the spectacular autumn colors that appear like magic in this classic New England park. As fall fades into deepest winter, on rare nights, you can gaze upon the Northern Lights. This bright, snappy Warmblood features a red chestnut coat with high white stockings, blaze, and a blue eye, that evokes the brilliant vibrance of this amazing national treasure! He is marked Acadia 2017 on his belly in gold. Price: $165 My opinion: I'm astounded at the fact that people will pay this much for a horse just because it's glossy and has blue eyes. The coloring isn't really that much prettier than a regular run. As with Rainier, I think the mold was the selling point for this one. #4 Zion and MoabIn southern Utah, there is a fantasy land of strange and wonderful places, winding slot canyons, towers of rocks that stand like sentinels of the desert. High sandstone cliffs ripple with color. Hot desert sun reflects off rocks, while cool canyons offer relief. These magnificent parks are a delight to hikers and adventurers from around the globe. This rich western landscape inspired Zion and Moab, a striking bay dun overo mare and foal. The gentle nuzzling mare and her newborn have distinctive dun striping, wild pinto patterns, and the baby sports blue eyes. The mare is marked with Zion and Moab on her belly in gold. Price: $195 My opinion: If I had the money, I would have bought these two, even though they look very similar to #1446, who were only $40 when they were released by the way. But... but... it's Susecion and Le Fire! #5 KaibabThe Kaibab National Forest is located in northern Arizona. Stretching 1.6 million acres, it borders both the north and south rims of the Grand Canyon. It features dramatic scenery such as evergreen forests, jagged and sparse plateaus, and places like the Sycamore Canyon Falls, where the cliffs plunge towards the river – changing color from an earthy brown-red to a silver grey. Kaibab’s silver dapple tobiano coat evokes the colors of the richly-hued rocks, and the rugged natural texture of the wind- and river-carved plateaus. He features detailed eyes, and has a high gloss finish that really highlights his gorgeous shading! His belly is marked with “Kaibab 2018.” Price: $185 My opinion: This one was rather unique. The coloring is very similar to this year's Vintage Club special run, Rockford. I'm not a fan of vintage molds though, despite how flashy it is. #6 GettysburgGettysburg National Military Park is located in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. In 1863, the park was the site of the Civil War's Battle of Gettysburg and President Abraham Lincoln's famed Gettysburg Address. The park today is home to approximately 1,328 monuments, markers and memorials, and the Gettysburg National Cemetery. The park's near 4,000 acres encompass everything from woodlands to open battlefields and farmland. Gettysburg's dark dapple grey coat pays homage to the many hues of grey present in Gettysburg National Military Park: from the stone monuments and memorials, to the iron artillery. His belly is marked with "Gettysburg 2018," and he comes with a clear base. Price: $175 My opinion: Another one I loved that I didn't have the money for at the time. Loved the mold and loved the steel dapple grey color. He looks like BF Indu, whom I also have. #7 RialtoThe third release in the 2018 series draws its inspiration from Washington's Olympic National Park. The park covers almost a million acres, and includes coastline, mountains, and rain forests. The ocean meets the coastal forest at Rialto Beach. Views are punctuated by the incredible sea stacks, which are large rocky formations that jut out of the water near the shore. Worn down by the waves and wind, they stand silent watch over the coast. Rialto's unique glossy leopard Appaloosa coat is a tribute to Rialto Beach. The beach is covered with round black basalt rocks, similar to Rialto's leopard spotting! Rialto comes with a clear base, and his belly is marked with "Rialto 2018." Price: $175 My opinion: I admit that Breyer doesn't make leopard appaloosas very often so this guy is unique in color. For his price though, just too much blank plastic and not enough color for my liking. A main reason why I don't collect leopard appaloosas. #8 SanibelThe J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge is located on Florida’s Sanibel Island. This barrier island is home to many migratory birds and mangrove trees. Encompassing over 6,000 acres, visitors to the refuge can see Roseate spoonbills year-round. These wading birds have a stunning pink coloring that intensifies as they age. Sanibel Island is also known for its incredible shell-covered beaches. Breyer’s Sanibel is a pearly dapple rose grey - a nod to the natural beauty found on the island. With his mane and tail blowing in the breeze, you can just imagine him prancing along the surf at sunset! Sanibel comes with a clear removable base, and his belly is marked “Sanibel 2018.” Price: $135 My opinion: I was very tempted to enter for this horse. I loved the pearly color, his price was right, the mold is an ok mold and I have fond memories of Florida beaches. Really regret now not trying my luck because I'll probably never see him at that price again. #9 Muir WoodsCalifornia’s Muir Woods National Monument was named after the esteemed naturalist John Muir, and is home to old growth redwood trees that range from 400-800 years old. Towering up to 250 feet high, they are a spectacular sight to behold as one meanders through the trails looping through the coastal forest, complete with views of the Pacific Ocean. Muir Woods’ dapple chestnut coat mimics the robust hues of the redwoods. With detailed eyes, rich shading and a high gloss finish, this stallion’s appeal is as mighty as the trees that inspired him! His belly features "Muir Woods" printed in gold. Price: $165 My opinion: This horse is just a big Fiero. That beautiful reddish brown color that looked great on Fiero looks kind of plain on this guy. #10 BandelierThe Bandelier National Monument encompasses over 33,000 acres of gorgeous New Mexico mesas, canyons, and remnants of the ancestral Pueblo people who once called this area home. A mix of breathtaking views and history, this area was named for the archaeologist and historian whose work helped to preserve this area. In a palette of colors inspired by this national monument’s landscape, Bandelier is a shaded dapple buckskin tobiano pinto. A Paso Fino, his breed’s roots trace back to the mounts of the Spanish conquistadors who once explored this area. He has detailed eyes and a high gloss finish, and features “Bandelier” printed in black on his belly. Price: $155 My opinion: Another that I was tempted to enter for. His price was decent, his color is absolutely beautiful (I'm a sucker for buckskins - especially buckskin pintos) but I didn't like the mold. If he was on a more modern mold, I probably would've tried for him. #11 TetonWyoming’s Grand Teton National Park is home to stunning alpine terrain and diverse wildlife than can be viewed from over 200 miles of trails. The park’s landscape is a striking composition of the Teton Mountains towering over the Wyoming grasslands. Grey in the summer and snowcapped in the winter, these granite mountains inspire feelings of awe and tranquility. Our warmblood mare Teton features detailed blue eyes, a high gloss finish, and has “Teton” printed on her belly in black. Her shaded grullo overo pinto coat mimics the incredible grey and white of the mountains found in Teton National Park. Price: $155 My opinion: Loved the mold, the color and the price. One thing I'd like to note about Teton is that her coloring is unlike that of any horse I've ever seen made by Breyer, which was the clincher for me entering for her. #12 LaFitteJean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve encompasses six different sites in southern Louisiana. With a mission of preserving the culture, history, and wildlife of the lower Mississippi River delta region, Lafitte is a destination for nature and history lovers alike. The park’s headquarters are located in New Orleans, where they also operate the French Quarter Visitors Center.
We could think of no better model to evoke the laid-back, old world feel of the Big Easy than the Old Timer! LaFitte is a shaded dapple flaxen chestnut sabino pinto with a high gloss finish, and has “LaFitte” printed on his belly in black. Price: $150 My opinion: This mold is admittedly one of the cuter vintage molds, but the coloring has been used so many times before - minus the slight roaning around the spots - that it made it an easy pass for me. I already have a Classics sized blonde chestnut in the form of Calvin. Comments are closed.
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