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2005 Rules
All decisions made by Show Staff are final! Please do not crowd the judges during classes- leave them some breathing room around the tables! However, you are encouraged to ask the judges about their placings after classes so you can learn! * Prizes: Ribbons for models through 6th place, treats for honorable mentions, plus door prizes. Champions and reserves will receive special ribbons and/or plaques. Special awards will be announced. * Divisions: 1. Original Finish Plastic: models that are as sold from the factory, and made of acetate or some other plastic. 2. Custom Made Plastic: includes all plastic factory OF repaints. * Classes: Classes will adhere to the posted classlist as much as is possible. We will not split OFP classes further than they already are by make or gender. For very large classes, the judge has the option to "string" the models - that is, indicate by string, coin, candy or other means which horses are to remain in the ring for further judging, while all others will be removed. Decisions made by the judges are final. For classes with less than eight entries in ANY division, the judge has the option to combine the class with another class of appropriate similarity. Again, judges' decisions are final. * Class limits: Limit 6 models per entrant per class. * Class entries: Models may compete in ONE breed class. Mixed breeds should enter the Part Bred class that best fits the horse's type (list breeds on card). Please use your best judgment as to which division your mixed breed horse should show in, keeping in mind that your horse will be judged based on standards applied to the type you choose - i.e. a Quarab shown in the stock division would be expected to be of a more bulky, muscled stock type, while a Quarab shown in the Arab division would be expected to be more refined and exhibiting more Arab characteristics. Consult with showholder if unsure. Please ask before the show for any clarifications on which class a mixed breed should enter. Halters are optional, but if used should be correct for breed shown. For the Mini divisions, only models that are in scale up to 1:18 may enter, regardless of actual size. *Mini classes: "Mini" shall be defined as those models falling into the scale range of Micro-minis, 1:32 (commonly known as the Stablemates/Chips scale) and up to 1:18 scale (commonly known as the Paddock Pals/Pebbles scale). Foals and ponies must be in scale. NO classic scale models will be allowed in the Mini division, regardless of size. *Limited Run: A limited run is defined as a model where 15 or fewer than 15 were made. If a run had 15 mattes and 5 glossies than more than 15 were made and cannot compete in the Test/Limited Run classes. * Results/NAN tickets: Official show results will include 1st through 6th place in each class, and will be posted on the show website. 1st and 2nd place models in each NAMHSA qualifying class will receive a NAN card. Please fill out the information on the card as soon as possible. This card is your only proof that the model is eligible to enter NAN! * Labeling: For each model, please provide a 3x5 card for EACH model and EACH class. Cards should have the Breed and Gender of the horse on one side, and the horse's name and owner's name on the other. Judges will be turning in the cards from the winners of each class - please help us keep things running smoothly and on time by having your cards ready to go, legible and complete! ALL CLASSES should be entered with the cards showing the BREED AND GENDER of the horse, NOT the owner's name and the horse's name! You may also keep a tag on your horse to help you identify it as yours. I do recommend you have some way to identify a model as your own - particularly in the large OFP classes where chances are high that there will be many of the same model on the table. Models called back for championship classes will NOT BE REQUIRED to have a new card. Cards will be requested for the Champion and Reserve Champion at the time that they are pinned. *Judging Criteria: We will have a NAN rulebook on site for judges and entrants to use. Judging criteria will follow the NAN rulebook as follows: * Halter : 1. Correctness of ABC's - that is, anatomy, biomechanics and conformation 2. Type and conformation that represents current breed standards (or historic standards if noted on entry) 3. Over-all appearance, finish, condition, and workmanship 4. Judge's impression 5. Collectibility * Please note: halter classes will be judged to current breed standards unless you include a reasonably sized card documenting the type of horse you are presenting (example: Foundation appy gelding circa 1940). Documentation is always encouraged, particularly for less common breeds or colors. *Restrictions: Halter: A halter entry may include a halter but no other props. The halter must be to breed standards and properly fit, or you may risk being penalized. Bases are allowed. A Huck may have an aftermarket base. |
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