We kick off Schleich’s 2022 new releases with Fireman #20833. For 2022 Schleich released six new Smurfs. The Fireman is wearing a distinctive red fireman’s helmet and yellow jacket with one hand resting on his hip.
For those who have been collecting for a while, the fireman concept is not new to the Smurfs. First as a Super Smurf in 1982 and as regular in 2000. However, the 2022 Fireman offers a difference to past versions. The big difference is the helmet.
I really like the helmet with the gold stripe down the centre. It appears a lot of thought went into the design and making of the helmet. Though in my opinion, the jacket is lacking in design and looks ordinary. Where are the Fireman Smurf’s equipment or a tool-belt? Schleich also kept the white trousers but I think was intentional.
Like other Smurfs made in Romania their faces have similar features such as their eyes painted together and ears that stick out. Again I don’t mind this because at least they look like Smurfs. Back in 2017 the Smurfs looked very strange.
In summing up, would I buy another Fireman if I had the opportunity? Probably not, mainly because it’s not striking enough to display. If I was kid, I would probably appreciate it more.
Keep on Smurfin
Kath B
Back in early 2022 I announced the new Schleich Smurfs.
http://www.smurfs.com.au/smurf-update/i-cant-wait-for-the-2022-smurfs/
What do you think of Schleich’s 2022 Smurfs? Let me know what is your favourite Smurf for 2022 in the comments!!