There's not too much us Longhorns won't buy when it comes to swag, but this is smaller than expected. Even my wife, not a longhorn, was surprised at how small it is. Yes, I know there's no false or misleading advertising as it's duly noted that it's about a foot. In our case, street curb to gnome is about 35ft, and frankly, you can't see it.
The product itself is a ceramic based, and that comes into play when you're trying to secure it from potential thieves (12yo neighbor boy and his posse). I tried to put a eyelet screw in the gnome's heel which would then be tethered to a chain and stake in the ground. No luck. Gnome's now close to heelless now, as the screw cracked it. Instead, I took the chain and encircled his ankles. Still a deterrent, but less than ideal.
Otherwise, is it really burnt orange, not some orange that's close? Yes. Is the longhorn logo on the cap visible from more than 5-6ft away? Barely NCAA Texas Longhorns Garden Gnome
Even though this lawn gnome is labeled and most likely designed for outdoor use, I would not recommend it for that function. This is even more so if the end user lives in an area that has extreme weather, like harsh winters on very intense summers. The unit is made of Polyresin but does not contain enough density to truly be trusted outdoors. The only reason why I am spending so much effort highlighting this aspect is because of the detail features on the gnome. The face and the outfit are well painted and it seems like a waste to let the weather remove all that work. On top of that, with the lighter weight of the unit, a strong wind could knock it over and possibly scrapping the paint. If this unit is put outside it is recommend to keep it there during milder weather but to bring it indoors for the winter months; or, the summer for areas that get desert-like heat.
Personally, I think the unit works best as a conversation piece to be kept with other similar themed pieces; or, in any room to add a little bit of fandom. It makes a great gift for the sports fan that seems to have everything. The overall quality of the piece is high especially for the relatively low cost.
I bought this for my husband and we received it on time. But when we opened it our little gnome was so so pale except for his shoes. It looked like we got a dead gnome! He does not look like the picture I was so sad because it was a surprise for my husband. I wish I recived the one in the picture.
this is by far the best gnome that i have ever purchased! it looks like a tiny bearded man who smiles at you without ceasing. totally buy this if you need a small bearded gnome in your yard. if you do, you won't regret it.
OK, the other reviewers may be right. This guy is not giant, but he is a GARDEN GNOME!!! We have a LOT, yes a LOT of Longhorn swag and this was a MUST for my hubby's birthday! It looks ADORABLE in our garden and has caught the attention of everyone who comes over. It is PERFECT in our backyard next to our patio! You won't be disappointed if you want a gameday, outdoor display of your loyalty!
HOOK 'EM! Now, I am off to get the matching Cheerleader!'
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