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
- Older Version – 4 Papa Smurfs
- Newer Version – 3 Papa Smurfs
| 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 |