| One of the first things every collector of Breyer | | | | toys and collectibles. |
| horses must decide is what size model horse to | | | | 1:24 Scale - Getting smaller does not mean you give |
| collect. There are a variety of sizes available from | | | | up any quality. These smaller horses are still offered |
| several different manufacturers. Here is a list of the | | | | with incredible hand-painted details and realistic |
| different sizes and scales with information to help you | | | | textures. These horses are about 5"L x 3.5"H. The |
| decide which one is right for you. | | | | best horses available in this size are from Schleich and |
| 1:9 Scale - This is the largest size and one of the | | | | Safari. They make great toys and great collectibles |
| oldest and most popular sizes. Breyer horses in this | | | | because they are made of a durable plastic that is not |
| scale are about 12"L x 9"H. There is a great selection | | | | easily scuffed or scratched. Key benefits of this scale |
| of horses available in this scale including all Breyer | | | | are the model horse prices are only about $5 and the |
| Traditional Series. The benefit of going large is the | | | | space requirements are minimal. Riders and stables |
| details are easier to see and the horses make a | | | | are available for Schleich horses. The disadvantage of |
| bigger visual impact. Another benefit is there is a great | | | | collecting model horses in this scale is the selection is |
| selection of horses and also rider dolls available in this | | | | not nearly as large as for the larger scale horses. |
| scale. The disadvantages are they typically cost more | | | | 1:32 Scale - These horses are about 3.5"L x 2.5"H. |
| money, ranging from $20 to $80, and they take up a | | | | These small models are still very detailed. Breyer |
| lot of storage space and display space on the shelf. If | | | | Stablemates is one of the only brands to offer this |
| you want a large collection, the costs and the space | | | | size. Prices are very reasonable with packs of 4 |
| requirements start to add up quickly. | | | | horses available for about $12. A model horse in this |
| 1:12 Scale - This is also a popular size with horses | | | | scale is most often used as toys. Playsets are |
| about 10"L x 7"H. These horses are available in the | | | | available. |
| Breyer Classics Series. This size provides the same | | | | 1:64 Scale - These horses are about 2"L x 1.5"H. |
| level of quality and detail as the 1:9 scale but costs | | | | Breyer horses available in this scale are called Mini |
| less, ranging from $15 to $30, and requires less space | | | | Whinnies. This tiny model horse is most often used as |
| to display and store. Horses in this scale are popular as | | | | a toy. Playsets are available. |