Appaloosas were one of the most popular breeds of the 1970s, making actor Jim Brolin’s racing stallion, Stud Spider, a perfect follow-up to the well-received Appaloosa Performance Horse from 1974.
First mentioned in the Spring 1977 issue of Just About Horses, the #3080 Stud Spider Gift Set was initially available exclusively through the 1977 JC Penney Christmas Catalog. The set included four red Velcro leg wraps and a booklet titled “Let’s Go to the Races,” written by Jim Brolin.
Stud Spider's large, intricately masked blanket pattern was unlike anything collectors had seen before, making it no surprise that Chris Hess’ Stud Spider (Mold #66) quickly became a fan favorite.
As one of the many portrait models from Breyer’s “Golden Age of Celebrity” in the 1970s, Stud Spider’s iconic blanket appaloosa pattern has reappeared several times since his retirement in 1989.
To honor this legacy for his Vintage Club release, we present Scorpion, featuring a freshly detailed blanket and a sun-kissed flaxen chestnut coat color.
Comes with original box and certificate of Authenticity.
- Model: Scorpion
- Mold: Stud Spider
- Colour: Flaxen Chestnut Blanket Appaloosa
- Markings: "Vintage Club 2024" on belly
- Condition: Mint, no flaws but do not claim LSQ
- Size: Traditional
- Finish: Gloss
