Until now there were no figures of male lions at the market that satisfied my taste. But Mojo lion is just what the doctor ordered! So I dare to say that it is the best male lion figurine available at the market today.
And here are some pics (clickable).
I settled the new lion in my Africa cabinet display - look how he is studying the terrain:
The former "king" of this "jungle" is being expelled by the stately Mojo male:
And here he is wading a river and stepping on a bluff sand ridge:
This figure reminds me of this guy:
And here’s a concise review - pros and contras - of available today lion figures by major brands.
Schleich 2008 lion
Pros:
+ Good body proportions
+ Good availability of Schleich in many countries :) ;)
Contras:
- Strange-looking blond mane
- Mediocre paintwork, especially at the muzzle
- Glossy finish
Papo 2004 roaring lion
Pros: none to my taste
Contras:
- Small head
- Strange-looking paws
- Mediocre paintwork
- Glossy finish
In general, this figure looks more like a toy from a gladiators playset than a wildlife item.
Papo 2006 lion
Pros:
+ Stately appearance
+ Very detailed, artistic mane
Contras:
- Oversized muzzle and paws
- Boring paintwork
- Glossy finish
Safari 2011 lion
I haven’t held this one in my hands so can judge only by photos. Looking forward to comments by those who have this lion in their collections.
Pros:
+ Stately posture
Contras:
- Short legs
- Boring paintwork
CollectA 2011 lion
Pros:
+ Beastly look
+ It looks more like a wild animal than a fatted zoo lion
Contras:
- Awkward pose
- Unrealistic muzzle
Bullyland lion (63600)
Pros:
+ Aggressive pose
Contras:
- Mediocre paintwork
- Unrealistic muzzle
Mojo 2011 lion
Pros:
+ Realistic muzzle: details, expression, that predator’s look…
+ Excellent paintwork
+ Matt finish
+ Optimally dynamic & elegant pose: not static and not too dynamic or saltatory
Cons:
- The chin is too small