I am one of those who struggles with the SS ponies. I like things to be pretty crisp and clean for the most part. But the flocking on the So-Soft ponies is rather delicate, and after about 25 years it's hard to find something that's fresh and clean.. and Flocked.
I have a stash of SS ponies that I'm unsure of myself. And, of course, everyone's opinion of what is bait or good or very good for an SS differs so I've neither displayed nor deflocked.
Thanks for posting and for everyone who has shared their opinions.