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Here's a concise beginner's guide to Blythe dolls:
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Introduction to Blythe Dolls: Blythe dolls are 11.5" tall with a unique eye mechanism featuring four sets of eye chips.
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Types of Legitimate Blythe Dolls:
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Identifying Kenners: Vintage dolls with 6-7 lines of text on the body, four hair colors, and a softer pullstring sound.
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Modern Blythe Dolls:
- BL: First modern dolls with boggled eyes.
- EBL: Distinctive eyes with wispy eyelashes.
- SBL: Notable for early models with downcast eyes.
- RBL: Easy to customize, introduced translucent dolls.
- FBL: Matte-faced initially, shiny-faced later, good for customizing.
- RBL+: Successors to RBLs with similar construction.
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ADG Dolls: Faithful reproductions of original Blythe dolls, licensed for the North American market.
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Fake and Factory Dolls: Be cautious of fakes and factory dolls, especially when buying online.
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Where to Buy: Stick to known Blythe retailers or community selling areas to ensure authenticity.
This guide should help you get started with Blythe dolls!