The incredible foundation sire of the so versatile and captivating Haflinger breed, 249 Folie, was an impressive and noble golden chestnut horse, with a star, 4 white feet, and a dorsal stripe. 249 Folie, though refined and beautiful, was the ideal working horse as his conformation was unbeatable and his versatility left nothing desired. He stood at approximately 14.3 hands and was built with an excellent sloping shoulder, strong top line, and his croup was horizontal. The joints of this famous stallion were well-defined. He was not pony gaited at all - his gaits were ground covering, and much desired. This important element of the enchanting Haflinger breed, 249 Folie, left a legacy that would live on forever in this unforgettable enchanting breed. His offspring, having inherited his amazing and very desirable qualities would continue his reputation and influence the greatness of the Haflinger. The seven stallion lines of the Haflinger breed are A, B, M, N, S, St., and W.
Following are the foundation sire of each line:
The A line: Anselmo, a chestnut with a light colored mane and tail, broad blaze and white lower lip. Broad and deep bodied. Temperament was lively.
The B line: Bolzano, a dappled chestnut, irregular blaze, dorsal stripe. Ben d'Or on left shoulder.
The M line: Massimo, very noble horse whose conformation was typical of the breed.
The N line: Nibbio, golden chestnut, broad blaze and lower white lip, white on pasterns and hind legs. Offspring often inherited Nibbio's white markings.
The S line: Stelvio, chestnut with a light colored mane and tail, bald face, and white on hind legs. Ben d'Or on right side of croup.
The St. line: Student, roan chestnut, blaze, white sock on left hind leg.
The W line: Willi, chestnut, blaze, light colored legs. Massive build but very noble.
And the gorgeously captivating Gucci TOF has the bloodlines of two of todays most famous Haflinger sires -- Afghan II and Winterstein! Below is this incredible mare's impressive pedigree:
