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File:Springy.jpg|[[Springy]]
 
File:Springy.jpg|[[Springy]]
 
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File:Barnacle.jpg|[{Barnacle]]
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File:Barnacle.jpg|[[Barnacle]]
 
File:Quarterback.jpg|[[Quarterback]]
 
File:Quarterback.jpg|[[Quarterback]]
 
File:Tux_%27n_Tails.jpg|[[Tux 'n Tails]]
 
File:Tux_%27n_Tails.jpg|[[Tux 'n Tails]]
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* Missing Tail
 
* Missing Tail
 
* Plasticizer Leeching
 
* Plasticizer Leeching
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* Minor Mildew / Mold
  
 
====Intermediate Fixes====
 
====Intermediate Fixes====
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* Faded Hair
 
* Faded Hair
 
* Haircuts
 
* Haircuts
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* Mildew / Mold
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* Major Mildew / Mold
 
* Minor Pen Marks
 
* Minor Pen Marks
 
* Damaged Paint
 
* Damaged Paint
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* Major flocking loss
 
* Major flocking loss
 
* "Cancer" or age spots
 
* "Cancer" or age spots
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* Symbol Rust
  
 
===Ponies with Consistent Issues===
 
===Ponies with Consistent Issues===
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File:Romper.jpg|[[Romper]]
 
File:Romper.jpg|[[Romper]]
 
File:Tropical_Sea_Breeze.jpg|[[Tropical Sea Breeze|Sea Breeze]] (hair stripe only)
 
File:Tropical_Sea_Breeze.jpg|[[Tropical Sea Breeze|Sea Breeze]] (hair stripe only)
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File:Lavender_Satin_%27n%27_Lace.jpg|[[Satin n' Lace]]
 
File:Sniffles.jpg|[[Sniffles and Snookums|Sniffles]]
 
File:Sniffles.jpg|[[Sniffles and Snookums|Sniffles]]
 
File:Squeezer.jpg|[[Squeezer]]
 
File:Squeezer.jpg|[[Squeezer]]
 
File:Stardazzle.jpg|[[Stardazzle]]
 
File:Stardazzle.jpg|[[Stardazzle]]
 
File:StarGleamer.jpg|[[Star Gleamer]] (hair stripe only)
 
File:StarGleamer.jpg|[[Star Gleamer]] (hair stripe only)
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File:Starswirl.jpg|[[Starswirl]] (hair stripe only)
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File:Starswirl.jpg|[[G1 Starswirl|Starswirl]] (hair stripe only)
 
File:Steamer.jpg|[[Steamer]]
 
File:Steamer.jpg|[[Steamer]]
 
File:Streaky.jpg|[[Streaky]] (hair stripe only)
 
File:Streaky.jpg|[[Streaky]] (hair stripe only)
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</gallery>
 
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{| cellpadding="2" cellspacing="2" class="navbox collapsible collapsed nowraplinks"
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|-
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! Regrind
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| align=left | [[Regrind]] is a result of plastic recycling and improper blending during manufacture.  It presents as yellow, hot pink or orange "blooms" of color in the plastic.  The more vibrant ponies seem especially prone to regrind issues.  Spots which are not pink/orange are more likely to be age spots or "cancer".  Party Time in particular is notorious for having regrind.
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|<gallery widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
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File:Baby_North_Star.jpg|[[Baby North Star]]
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File:Boysenberry_Pie.jpg|[[Boysenberry Pie]]
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File:Cloud_Puff.jpg|[[Cloud Puff]]
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File:Galaxy.jpg|[[Galaxy]]
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File:Lily.jpg|[[Lily]]
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File:Locket.JPG|[[Locket]]
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File:Party_Time.jpg|[[Party Time]]
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File:Pinwheel.jpg|[[Pinwheel]]
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File:Sky_Dancer.jpg|[[Sky Dancer]]
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File:Slugger.jpg|[[Slugger]]
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File:Speedy.jpg|[[Speedy]]
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File:Steamer.jpg|[[Steamer]]
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File:Whizzer.jpg|[[Whizzer]]
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File:Wing_Song.jpg|[[G1 Wingsong|Wingsong]]
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</gallery>
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|}
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{| cellpadding="2" cellspacing="2" class="navbox collapsible collapsed nowraplinks"
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|-
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! Discoloration
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| align=left | Discoloration (or yellowing) is an all-over shift in the original body color of the pony. It is most common in white/light colored ponies, who turn off-white to yellow or grey.  Parenthesis note original color to discolored shade.
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|-
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|<gallery widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
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File:Baby_Glory.jpg|[[Baby Glory]] (white -> cream)
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File:BBE_Baby_Half_Note.jpg|[[Baby Half Note]] (pink -> tan/peach)
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File:Baby_Moondancer.jpg|[[Baby Moondancer]] (white -> cream)
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File:Baby_Quackers.jpg|[[Baby Quackers]] (white -> cream)
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File:Baby_Snookums.jpg|[[Baby Snookums]] (lavender -> grey)
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File:Baby_Starbow.jpg|[[Baby Starbow]] (white -> cream)
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File:Baby_Surprise.jpg|[[Baby Surprise]] (white -> cream)
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File:Barnacle.jpg|[[Barnacle]] (vibrant dark aqua -> grey/green blue)
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File:FF_Blue_Belle.jpg|[[Bluebelle]] (light blue -> grey/brown blue)
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File:Bouquet.jpg|[[Bouquet]] (white -> tan)
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File:Cherry_Treats.jpg|[[Cherry Treats]] (white -> tan)
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File:Coco_Berry.jpg|[[Coco Berry]] (light blue -> grey/brown blue)
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File:Confetti.jpg|[[Confetti]] (white -> tan)
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File:DaintyDahlia.png|[[Dainty Dahlia]] (light blue -> grey)
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File:Flowerburst.jpg|[[Flowerburst]] (light blue -> grey/brown blue)
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File:Gingerbread.jpg|[[Gingerbread]] (white -> tan)
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File:US_Glory.jpg|[[Glory]] (white -> cream)
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File:Gusty.jpg|[[Gusty]] (white -> cream)
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File:Heart_Throb.jpg|[[Heart Throb]] (pink -> peach)
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File:Dream_Castle_Majesty.jpg|[[Majesty]] (white -> cream)
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File:Moondancer.jpg|[[Moondancer]] (white -> cream)
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File:Quackers.jpg|[[Quackers]] (white -> tan)
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File:Quarterback.jpg|[[Quarterback]] (light blue -> grey/brown blue)
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File:Ringlets.jpg|[[Ringlets]] (light blue -> grey/brown blue)
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File:Seashell.jpg|[[Seashell]] (lavender -> tan)
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File:SeaPonySeaBreeze.jpg|[[Sea Breeze]] (lavender -> tan)
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File:SeaMist.jpg|[[Sea Mist]] (white -> tan)
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File:Sky_Rocket.jpg|[[Sky Rocket]] (lavender -> grey/brown)
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File:Sparkler.jpg|[[Sparkler]] (light blue -> grey/brown blue)
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File:Sprinkles.jpg|[[Sprinkles]] (lavender -> tan/peach)
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File:Starshine.jpg|[[Starshine]] (white -> tan)
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File:German_Starshine.jpg| [[Starshine]], german version (white -> tan)
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File:Star_Hopper.jpg|MO [[Star Hopper]] (geeen ->grey brown)
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File:Sugar_Apple.jpg|[[Sugar Apple]] (light blue - grey/green blue)
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File:Sunbeam.jpg|[[Sunbeam]] (light aqua -> grey)
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File:Surprise.jpg|[[Surprise]] (white -> cream)
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File:Sweet_Celebrations_Family.jpg|[[Sweet Celebrations Family]] (light blue -> grey/brown blue)
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File:Sweet_Stuff.jpg|[[Sweet Stuff]] (light blue -> grey/brown blue)
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File:SweetSundrop.jpg|[[Sweet Sundrop]] (white -> cream)
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File:Twinkler.jpg|[[Twinkler]] (plum -> brown)
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File:White_Cap.jpg|[[Whitecap]] (white -> tan)
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File:Rainbow_Windy.jpg|[[Windy]] (lavender -> tan or white)
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File:4-Speed.jpg|[[4-Speed]] (light blue -> grey/brown blue)
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</gallery>
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|}
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{| cellpadding="2" cellspacing="2" class="navbox collapsible collapsed nowraplinks"
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! Head/Body Mismatch
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| align=left | Certain ponies are commonly found with a notable discrepency in hue between their body and head.  While almost any pony can potentially be slightly off, the ponies listed below often have a very significant difference.
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|<gallery widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
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File:Highflyer.jpg|[[High Flyer]]
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File:Lemon_Drop.jpg|[[Lemondrop]]
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File:Dream_Castle_Majesty.jpg|[[Majesty]]
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File:Party_Time.jpg|[[Party Time]]
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File:Ringlets.jpg|[[Ringlets]]
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File:Romper.jpg|[[Romper]]
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File:Seashell.jpg|[[Seashell]]
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File:Sky_Rocket.jpg|[[Sky Rocket]]
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File:Sprinkles.jpg|[[Sprinkles]]
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File:Starshine.jpg|[[Starshine]]
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File:Mail_Order_Star_Hopper.jpg|MO [[Star Hopper]]
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File:Sunbeam.jpg|[[Sunbeam]]
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File:Thundercloud.jpg|[[Thundercloud]]
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File:4-Speed.jpg|[[4-Speed]]
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</gallery>
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|}
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{| cellpadding="2" cellspacing="2" class="navbox collapsible collapsed nowraplinks"
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|-
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! Age Spots
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| align=left | Commonly referred to as [[Age Spots]], "Cancer", or mold spots, the causes of these marks are not fully understood but have at least several different sources.  Considered one of the least desirable flaws to have on a pony.
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|<gallery widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
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File:Baby_Fifi.jpg|[[Baby Fifi]]
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File:BabyTicTacToe.jpg|[[Baby Tic Tac Toe]]
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File:Barnacle.jpg|[[Barnacle]]
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File:FF_Butterscotch.jpg|[[G1 Butterscotch|Butterscotch]]
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File:Chief.jpg|[[Chief]]
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File:Galaxy.jpg|[[Galaxy]]
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File:Gingerbread.jpg|[[Gingerbread]]
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File:HighTide.jpg|[[High Tide]]
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File:Nightlight.jpg|[[Nightlight]]
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File:Quackers.jpg|[[Quackers]]
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File:Quarterback.jpg|[[Quarterback]]
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File:Sand Dollar.jpg|[[Sand Dollar]]
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File:Sealight.jpg|[[Sealight]]
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File:Seawinkle.jpg|[[Seawinkle]]
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File:SeaPonySeaBreeze.jpg|[[G1 Sea Breeze|Sea Breeze]]
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File:Speedy.jpg|[[Speedy]]
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File:German_Starshine.jpg| [[Starshine]], german (especially the metallic symbol version)
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File:Sunburst.jpg|[[Sunburst]]
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File:Sweet_Stuff.jpg|[[Sweet Stuff]]
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File:Thundercloud.jpg|[[Thundercloud]]
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File:TicTacToe.jpg|[[Tic Tac Toe]]
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File:Wavedancer.jpg|[[Wavedancer]]
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File:WaveJumper.jpg|[[Wave Jumper]]
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File:White Cap.jpg|[[Whitecap]]
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File:Whizzer.jpg|[[Whizzer]]
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File:4-Speed.jpg|[[4-Speed]]
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File:SeaMist.jpg|[[Sea Mist]]
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</gallery>
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{| cellpadding="2" cellspacing="2" class="navbox collapsible collapsed nowraplinks"
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! Pindot
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| align=left | [[Pindot]] (also known as "smooze") is caused by plastic deterioration coupled with exposure to dirt.  Particles settle into the pits/pores of the plastic, leaving a distinctive speckled look.
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File:Sundance.jpg|[[Sundance]]
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File:Wedding_Bells_Confetti.jpg|[[Confetti]] (UK)
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File:Sugarberry.jpg|[[Sugarberry]]
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</gallery>
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{| cellpadding="2" cellspacing="2" class="navbox collapsible collapsed nowraplinks"
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|-
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! Symbol Rust
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| align=left | Discoloration that presents similar to age spots, above, but is orange/brown and always confined to the area adjacent/under glittery symbols.  Caused by rusting of the metal flakes.
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|<gallery widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
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File:Pinwheel.jpg|[[Pinwheel]]
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File:Moonstone.jpg|[[Moonstone]]
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File:Trickles.jpg|[[Trickles]]
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File:Starshine.jpg|[[Starshine]]
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</gallery>
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|}
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[[Category: Collecting]]

Revision as of 14:30, 14 July 2015

Bait is a term properly given to ponies who are damaged beyond reasonable repair, destined as the base material for custom ponies. The exact definition of what ponies are bait and which are better off restored will vary from person to person, and with the perceived value of the particular pony in question. Value is not purely monetary - a beloved childhood pony may be common, but have great sentimental value to the original owner. Notwithstanding, replacement cost and ease of repair will be the deciding factors for most ponies.

The term bait is often incorrectly applied by resellers to any pony who is not in mint condition, including those with minor, completely fixable flaws. Given that some of the earliest ponies are approaching thirty years old, finding a truly mint specimen is becoming increasingly difficult. Serious consideration should be taken before baiting any pony, as customization is rarely a reversible process.

Those seeking more information on the restoration of My Little Ponies are encouraged to check out the My Little Pony Preservation Project.

Restoration Recommended List

The ponies listed below are among the most sought after or rare. Restoration of these ponies is greatly encouraged over customization, as there are few enough to go around without diminishing the available supply through baiting.

Bait Grades

There are a broad spectrum of flaws associated with ponies, from the very minor and easily fixable, to severely damaging. In general the flaws that detract the most from a pony's visual appeal and are difficult or impossible to fix are the most likely to qualify a pony as bait. The more common the pony, the less likely restoration will be worthwhile with major flaws.

Easy Fixes

  • Dirt
  • Surface Marks
  • Tangled/Messy Hair
  • Tail Rust
  • Surface Glue
  • Noxious Odor
  • Missing Tail
  • Plasticizer Leeching
  • Minor Mildew / Mold

Intermediate Fixes

  • Frizzy/Damaged Hair
  • Faded Hair
  • Haircuts
  • Major Mildew / Mold
  • Minor Pen Marks
  • Damaged Paint
  • Yellowing
  • Pindot
  • Scrapes
  • Deformed Legs/Body
  • Minor Flocking Loss

Difficult Fixes

  • Chew Marks/Plastic Damage
  • Holes in Plastic / Gouges
  • Broken Horns
  • Missing ears
  • Broken Mechanics
  • Rusty Beddy Bye Eyes

Unfixable

  • Missing Head or Body
  • Severe Permanent Marker Damage
  • Regrind
  • Major flocking loss
  • "Cancer" or age spots
  • Symbol Rust

Ponies with Consistent Issues

The following is a compilation of specific ponies which commonly are found with a certain flaw. These are caused by the original manufacturing methods/materials or an inherent design issue with the pony itself. In general a pony without the listed flaw will be more desirable than one with it. Some ponies are almost impossible to find without their specific flaws. While almost any pony can present with any problem, these ponies consistently and regularly show up with these specific issues and are difficult to find without them.

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