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Kaws Companion: real vs fake
The Bearbrick KAWS Companion is the collaboration with artist KAWS, applying his signature "XX" cross eyes and characteristic graphics to the bear form. It is one of the most faked Bearbricks, so beyond the eyes you should check the "MEDICOM TOY" emboss and print cleanliness. Upload photos to LegitCheck AI to get these zones checked in about a minute.
What to check on the Kaws Companion
Model-specific zones — on top of the brand-level signs.
KAWS "XX" cross eyes
The signature KAWS eyes rendered as "XX" crosses should be symmetric, with clean edges and precise placement on the bear's face. Fakes make the crosses crooked, mismatched in size, or off-center.
MEDICOM TOY emboss on the back
On plastic (ABS) versions the back carries an embossed "MEDICOM TOY" with clean font and relief; fakes smear the stamp or let the letters drift. On chromed and flocked releases the emboss sits under the plating or pile and reads faintly in photos — that is expected, so compare against photos of your own release.
Companion graphics and colorway
The print of KAWS gloves, outlines and details should be sharp, with accurate boundaries and color matched to the specific release. Fakes blur the lines, shift the tones, and misplace elements.
Size by format
The Companion was released in 100%, 400% and 1000% — check the height against the claimed format (≈7, ≈28, or ≈70 cm). A size that does not match the scale is a red flag.
9-part build and finish
The body is assembled from 9 parts — head, torso, hips, two arms, two hands, and two legs — usually with eight points of rotation; in photos you judge how tightly the seams meet and whether the finish is even with no paint pooling. Joint travel and weight are in-hand checks only, and leaving them unchecked does not lower the verdict.
Where to inspect
The key zones to photograph and check on this type of item — a schematic, not a product photo.
- 1Box printing
- 2Window and blister
- 3Paint and face
- 4Build and stand
- 5COA and sticker
The difference is in the details — drag the slider
Typical differences in workmanship: stitching consistency, edge finishing, detail quality. Left — factory quality, right — common replica flaws.
Replica 
Authentic Photo angles for the check
- 1 Overall view
- 2 Logo / tag
- 3 Details & stitching
- 4 Material
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FAQ
What do the KAWS eyes look like on an original?
Symmetric "XX" crosses with clean edges, placed evenly on the bear's face. Crooked, mismatched, or off-center crosses are typical of fakes.
What sizes did the Kaws Companion Bearbrick come in?
In 100%, 400% and 1000% formats. Match the figure's height to the claimed size (≈7, ≈28, or ≈70 cm) — a scale mismatch immediately raises questions.
Can I verify a Kaws Companion from photos?
Yes. Shoot the face with the "XX" eyes, the back with the MEDICOM TOY emboss, and an overall shot with a scale — LegitCheck AI reviews the eyes, stamp, and print and returns a verdict with a confidence score.
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