A stunning choice for any collection or toy chest, Breyer Traditional Series Hand-Painted Checkers Toy Horse Model is a must-have for your collection or kiddos. The exciting sport of Mountain Trail combines the thrill of natural obstacles found on wilderness trails with top-notch horsemanship skills. Owned by Mountain Trail pioneer Mark Bolender, Checkers has won the overall high point and National Champion titles in 2008, 2009, and 2010 – all while being ridden without a bridle. Checkers is an American Quarter Horse gelding, with a registered name of Sir Rugged Chex. His grandsire is the famous Rugged Lark. This model horse aims to do the real horse justice by featuring only the finest materials and hand craftsmanship. The Truly Unsurpassed Toy Horse is also hand-painted to ensure the model is as unique as the real horse. It is recommended for ages 8 and up.