Hobo w/ Original Cardboard Box

Hobo of Lazy Heart Ranch is the main character in the book "Mustang:  Wild Spirit of the West" by Marguerite Henry.  This revolutionary book had a great influence on changing the policies of the American Bureau of Land Management toward more humane treatment of Mustangs on the range.  Breyer had Chris Hess sculpt this model in tribute to the book in 1975.  He is one of only two early Breyer molds that stands on only one foot, aided by a base.  The galloping Mustang wears the Lazy Heart brand on his hip and stands on a base that reads "Hobo of the Lazy Heart (in symbols) Ranch."  Because the weight of the models tended to warp these thin bases over time, resulting in the model toppling over, it's hard to find either model or base in good condition these days.   Finding one that's in great condition, WITH its original box and a brochure?  Nearly impossible.

This fellow is Near Mint with only a few pinpoint rubs and a couple of very faint brown marks that you'll only notice if you’re looking.  He has a couple specks of black mane paint overspray on his body.  This fellow is in the best condition - and has the best paint job - we've seen on this release!  He is super matte, and while he's not a chalky, he has the look of a chalky's paint job.  He features a soft, buttermilk buckskin color, a really pretty face, and bright white stripe.  He comes with his original base, which has a couple of tiny rubs, but is still flat, well shaded, and displays beautifully.  He even comes with his original box, which is in Excellent condition, with some wear on the side panels.  What a lovely example of this release.

Size:  Classic

Breyer Model #625