Back in the late 1980’s Schleich recycled unsold Smurfs to the European market by repainting to W.Germany colours. The Jogger Smurf wearing a red tracksuit is a great example. By checking for some orange paint under the red jacket or white under the red shoes. The Jogger Smurf will have Hong Kong Wallace Berrie Co. Schleich © 1983 markings. This was intentional.
Firstly, I should explain that with the Jogger Smurf there are at least two colour and marking variations.
- White trackpants with an orange stripe and orange jacket with white trim. Grey/blue shoes.
The base should have a grassy effect. - Hong Kong W. Berrie Co. Schleich S © 1983 Peyo on both the Smurf and base.
- Some refer to this one as the Wallace Berrie version.
- White trackpants with a red stripe and red jacket with white trim. Red shoes.
- The base can be either have a grassy effect or be smooth.
- W.Germany Schleich S © 1983 Peyo on both the Smurf and base.
- Some call this the Schleich version
Lastly do you think there is a Jogger Smurf with a yellow tracksuit? I have never seen a picture just heard others talk about it. Another Smurf mystery……..
Keep on Smurfin
Kath B
Rarity Guide
| 1 Papa Smurf | Not really rare but still worth collecting |
| 2 Papa Smurfs | Rare – but not too difficult to find |
| 3 Papa Smurfs | Extremely Rare – you’re lucky if you have this one |
| 4 Papa Smurfs | Ultra Rare – requires skill to collect |
| 5 Papa Smurfs | Very Rare – a legendary Smurf |