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BFF Open Edition: real vs fake
The BFF Open Edition is the tall KAWS figure (Medicom Toy, 2017, 13.5 in) in pink, blue and black. It is all vinyl: the “fur” is sculpted into the material itself and painted — the vinyl version has no fabric flocking, that only exists on the plush BFFs. Genuine pieces show even sculpted strands, the signature XX eyes, and a "©KAWS" foot emboss. Upload photos to LegitCheck AI and the model reads the texture, the eye placement and the stamp in about a minute.
What to check on the BFF Open Edition
Model-specific zones — on top of the brand-level signs.
Sculpted “fur” texture
The strands are sculpted into the vinyl and painted — the strand lines are even, the depth is consistent, and paint does not clog the relief. On replicas the strands smear, the relief goes soft, and the surface takes on an orange-peel texture. The vinyl BFF has no flocking — fabric pile only exists on the plush versions, so there is no point hunting for “bald spots” or “bare vinyl showing through” on this figure.
Color and contrast details
The BFF Open Edition came in pink, blue and black. Contrast details are normal: the black version has a pink nose, the blue one a yellow nose, and the eyes are white. That is not “color mismatch” and not a fake tell. Look at how clean the color boundaries are and whether the shade matches photos of your release: replicas run dull or muddy with blurred boundaries.
XX eyes
The signature "XX" eyes are symmetrical, with strokes of equal thickness set precisely on the head. On fakes the crosses are lopsided, uneven in width, or off-center on the face.
©KAWS foot stamp
The foot is embossed with "©KAWS" and the year; the maker mark (Medicom Toy) is not on every release, and its absence alone is not a fake tell. Match the set, font and emboss depth against your own drop; a crooked, blurry, or completely missing emboss signals a copy.
Tall-figure proportions
The BFF is an elongated character with a distinctively long body and arms; the silhouette and part ratios match the KAWS sculpt. Fakes often run stockier or thinner than reference, with out-of-proportion limbs.
Medicom Toy box
The box print carries Medicom Toy branding, correct artwork, and a barcode. Resealed boxes or packaging that does not match the release are red flags.
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
Does the vinyl BFF have flocking?
No. The BFF Open Edition is an all-vinyl figure: the “fur” strands are sculpted into the material and painted. Fabric pile only exists on the plush BFFs, which are a different product. Check that the strands are even and consistent in depth and that paint does not clog the relief; “bald flock patches” on vinyl are not a fake tell, they simply mean there was never any flock.
What color is the real BFF Open Edition?
The release came in pink, blue and black. Contrast details are normal: a pink nose on the black version, yellow on the blue one, white eyes. That is not “color mismatch.” Match the shade against photos of the same release: a dull or muddy tone and blurred color boundaries raise doubt.
Can I verify it from photos?
Yes. The strand relief, the colors and their boundaries, the XX eyes and the foot emboss all read well in images. Shoot the full figure, a close-up of the face and the sole — LegitCheck AI returns a verdict with a confidence score.
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