Schleich Arctic Wolf - 2015 Release

I recently ordered multiple 2015 Schleich figures from toysandlearning.co.uk and I have to say, the model I'm about to review is one of my favourites of them all.

                                               
Meet the Schleich Arctic Wolf, model number 14742. A new release for 2015 that has already started appearing for sale in Germany.

First impressions on the release pictures made me feel the new figures were somewhat too rough in texture. This model, however is much more appealing in person and in reality has an absolutely gorgeous, realistic texture.

The proportions appear correct and the model is very well sculpted. I particularly like the facial features of the wolf, most notably its beautiful, soulful eyes. However, it has been said by some of my model collecting friends that the legs are a bit chubby, and the head somewhat more like that of a juvenile, but I personally don't see it.

Underneath the wolf, as with pretty much all Schleich models of this kind that I've seen at least, it has pads painted on the undersides of the paws. A lovely detail which I really like about Schleich models.

Overall, I think this is an excellent addition to the Schleich model animal range and I highly recommend it. Especially to lovers of canids, like myself. The Schleich Arctic Wolf as well as all the 2015 models, can be purchased later on in the year at Smyth's, Toys R Us, Mothercare, Early Learning Centre and of course online at toysandlearning.co.uk or can be imported from Germany via eBay.