March 2024

There were 3 posts published in March 2024 (this is page 1 of 1).

Smurf Review: #20464 Studious Smurf

Did you know that Studious Smurf was first referred to as Swot Smurf by Schleich? Sold between 2000 to 2005 by Schleich. Carrying a stack of books, with a pencil tucked behind his ear, while looking stressed. Wearing white sneakers with red laces, blue jeans and a red t-shirt. 

One of the best things about Studious Smurf is the expression on the Smurf’s face. I’m not sure how to describe it. It’s not a smile or frown. I also like that the colour of the books are different.

When looking for Studious Smurf, keep in mind there are not many colour or markings variations. The colour variation is the blue skin that can vary from shiny to matte colours. The markings are – Made in China Schleich S Germany © 99 Peyo CE. Some also have a blue paint dot.

In 2001, Schleich announced there would be NO Golden 100 figurines for 2001! Schleich decided to not to reissue 100 old figurines, as has been their practice for the previous 10 years. In the year 2001, there would only be fifty figurines in the Smurf Line. A mix of new and old figurines. How times have changed!

Keep on Smurfin
Kath B


Rarity Guide

For Studious Smurf – I am going to give this 4 Papa Smurfs. Ultra Rare – requires skill to collect
1 Papa SmurfNot really rare but still worth collecting
2 Papa SmurfsRare – but not too difficult to find
3 Papa SmurfsExtremely Rare – you’re lucky if you have this one
4 Papa SmurfsUltra Rare – requires skill to collect
5 Papa SmurfsVery Rare – a legendary Smurf

Classic Smurf Review: #20027 Thinker Smurf

Thinker Smurf is resting his head in his hand, while in a sitting position. With a blank expression on his face, his eyes are looking directly at you. There is nothing exciting or glamourous about Thinker Smurf. But that doesn’t mean it’s not worth collecting. It is actually the one that I most identify with.

There are two different types of Thinker Smurf. Some refer to this as either older or newer and small or large mould. Typically older and small are referencing the same Smurf and new and large are also referencing the same Smurf. The big difference between the two, is how the Smurf is sitting. 

Unlike other Smurfs made during late the 1970’s and early 1980’s, Thinker Smurf was never sold by Wallace Berrie in the US.  So you will never find a Thinker Smurf with Hong Kong markings. 

Older Version

Sitting with both legs flat on the floor, while his feet are facing up. With this version, Thinker Smurf has a narrow face and some don’t even have eyebrows. In my opinion, the highlight is the hand painted eyes. One only has to collect several Thinker Smurfs to appreciate how the different painters added the pupils to give each one a different look. 

Newer Version

Sitting on his bottom with his knees bent up while resting one hand on his knee. With this version, Thinker Smurf has a larger and rounder face. Sometimes a collectors also reference that the feet are down. Once again the hand painted touches makes the difference. 

Though never sold as a regular Thinker Smurf, Schleich included one in their #40713 Super Playground Playset. Look out for a newer version with a blue paint dot.

What Smurf do you most identify with? 

Keep on Smurfin
Kath B

Rarity Guide

I was tossing around whether Thinker Smurf should be three or four Papa Smurfs. But fortunately for me, there are two variants.
  • Older Version – 4 Papa Smurfs
  • Newer Version – 3 Papa Smurfs
1 Papa SmurfNot really rare but still worth collecting
2 Papa SmurfsRare – but not too difficult to find
3 Papa SmurfsExtremely Rare – you’re lucky if you have this one
4 Papa SmurfsUltra Rare – requires skill to collect
5 Papa SmurfsVery Rare – a legendary Smurf