This is a brand new edition for Rupert Bear from Margarete Steiff of Germany. An 'open edition', which is denoted by the yellow label in his ear, is announced today, the 19th July. He is 25cm tall and naturally has his Steiff button in his ear.
Margarete Steiff have kept this edition to themselves, and we only found out it was coming during this past week. The image you see here has been embargoed until today, the official launch date. And the best news of all is that he is less than half the price of the Limited Edition white Rupert, which has virtually completely sold out worldwide.
This bear is made from woven fur, and is stuffed in a way that he is good and firm, unlike the plush bear which is soft and squidgey! He is fully jointed at his arms legs and head, like any high quality teddy bear. Wearing his trademark clothing he is machine washable if he gets grubby, however, like anyone taking a bath, he needs to be naked! Clothes may well shrink and he may turn pink from his sweater! Now that would be a sight to behold.
Stock is expected hopefully in the next 6 weeks or so. These will be virtually made to order. Therefore, if you would like one, we need to know sooner rather than later, so we can place our orders with Steiff. Please bear in mind at orders are now being placed with all Manufacturers for Christmas, and demand is likely to be high during this period.
Delivery will be made by Royal Mail in the UK. The charges are £4.95 UK. International signed for Airmail is £11.06 for Europe and £16.92 Rest of the world.