Kobe 6 Grinch Legit Check: How To Spot Real Vs Fake

Last Updated on April 23, 2024 by Ch David

In this guide, we’re focusing on the Kobe 6 Grinch. This works for both the Grinch and the Protro Grinch.

Related: See our Kobe 6 Reverse Grinch guide.

How to tell if Kobe Grinches are real

To spot fake Kobe 6 Grinch, look at the inscriptions on the size tag inside each shoe. Fakes never have the right thickness for their text.

1. Size tag

• Authentic: Text is thinner
• Fake: The text is to thick and uses a different font.

Below is another authentic example:

This is what older Kobes look like.

However, these are very rarely replicated. Almost no fakes are of this 2010 version.

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2. Midsole

• Authentic: The text is deeper into the fabric, looking way thicker.
• Fake: The “NIKE ZOOM” text is too thin.

3. Signature

Flip your shoes to the back and inspect Kobe’s signature.

• Authentic: Thiner and lighter shade of red.
• Fake: The signature is too thick too dark.

A quick mention:

• The steps we’ve written so far are the BEST ways to authenticate this item
• The next few steps are still reliable methods…
• … but they apply to non-top-versions of replicas available for this item

If in doubt, we recommend double-checking the steps we’ve explained above this line.

4. Tongue

• Authentic: Perfectly shaped logo, with no extra threads.
• Fake: The Black Mamba signature has extra red threads around the logo.

5. Insole

• Authentic: Thicker white outline
• Fake: The white outline of the logo is too thin.

6. Sole

• Authentic: The logo is more textured.
• Fake: The logo is too smooth.

7. Toe box

• Authentic: The toe box is closer to the ground.
• Fake: The toe box is too high off the ground.

8. Pattern

• Authentic: All the dots look thinner.
• Fake: The dots are too thick.

Shortlist: How to tell fake Kobes

1. Check the Tongue Label:
   • Inspect the tongue label for any inconsistencies in font, spacing, or alignment of text.
2. Verify Stitching Quality:
   • Look for clean and precise stitching on the sneakers. Genuine Kobe 6 shoes typically have high-quality stitching.
3. Examine the Outsole:
   • Authentic Kobe 6 outsoles have distinct patterns with proper placement of traction elements. Fakes may have irregularities or errors in this area.
4. Inspect the Heel Counter:
   • Pay attention to the shape and details of the heel counter. Genuine Kobe 6 sneakers have a specific design that fakes often fail to replicate accurately.
5. Analyze the Kobe Logo:
   • Examine the Kobe logo on the tongue and insole. Authentic logos have sharp lines and clear detailing.
6. Check for Holographic Detail:
   • If the Kobe 6 sneakers have a holographic logo, ensure it displays the correct images and changes appropriately when viewed from different angles.
7. Review the Insole:
   • The insole of authentic Kobe 6 shoes typically features Kobe’s signature and other details. Make sure these elements are clear and correctly placed.
8. Compare Sizing Labels:
   • Check the sizing label inside the sneakers for any discrepancies in font, size, or placement of information.
9. Verify the Quality of Materials:
   • Authentic Kobe 6 sneakers use high-quality materials. Examine the overall build and materials used, looking for any signs of poor craftsmanship or low-grade materials.
10. Seek Professional Authentication:
    • If in doubt, consider seeking professional authentication services or consult reliable sources and forums to compare your sneakers with genuine examples.

Professional Kobe 6 Authentication

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That’s it for now.

A quick mention:

• The steps we’ve written so far are the BEST ways to authenticate this item
• The next few steps are still reliable methods…
• … but they apply to non-top-versions of replicas available for this item

If in doubt, we recommend double-checking the steps we’ve explained above this line.