The most expensive knives in CS2
Knives are cosmetic items in Counter-Strike that have essentially become prized collectibles and status symbols. With a lineup of 20 different types and dozens of skins, some knives with rare patterns have reached astonishing prices. These knives in question are already rivaling real-life luxury goods. In this article, we’ll dive into the five most expensive knives in CS2 and understand what makes them so valuable.
Karambit | Case Hardened (Blue Gem #387 Pattern) - $1,500,000+
Yes, you read those numbers right. The most expensive skin in all of Counter-Strike is a one-of-a-kind Karambit | Case Hardened that comes in Factory New condition and features the #387 pattern index. Revered as the holy grail of CS2 knives, this particular Karambit has reached the seven-digit mark in price.
The Karambit | Case Hardened in this specific pattern features a very rare appearance commonly known as the “Blue Gem”. Normally, Case Hardened skins come in randomized patterns of blue, gold, and metallic hues, but having such a pattern gives the Karambit a full-blue play side, a feature highly coveted by skin collectors.
The reason why this skin is so expensive is that it comes in the number one Blue Gem pattern, which is #387. Though several Karambit | Case Hardened skins were unboxed with this pattern, none except one came in Factory New condition. The odds of pulling this specific knife from a weapon case are less than one in a million, making the price for this knife skin somewhat justified, though still hard to believe.
The owner of this Karambit knife received an offer for it at the $1,500,000 mark, but he turned it down, claiming the offer was “too low”. So, its true value might even exceed the $2 million mark!
Butterfly Knife | Gamma Doppler (Emerald) - $16,700
In its Emerald phase, the Butterfly Knife | Gamma Doppler comes in second place. This skin features a vibrant, emerald-green color on top of the Butterfly Knife’s iconic inspect animations, making it a sought-after knife skin for most players.
Regular Gamma Doppler skins feature various shades of green on a knife’s blade. However, an Emerald phase completely covers the skin with a polished, glossy green finish that radiates luxurious energy.
Gamma Doppler skins have four primary phases, 1 to 4. However, a special tier, the Emerald phase, is exceptionally more difficult to obtain. With such low odds of securing the rare phase, on top of the Butterfly Knife already being the most popular knife in the game, it isn’t surprising to learn how much value this skin holds.
Unlike the Karambit Blue Gem discussed earlier, there are dozens of copies of the Butterfly Knife | Gamma Doppler in its Emerald phase. Still, claiming one of them will cost you around $16,700, enough to get you a decent car.
M9 Bayonet | Doppler (Ruby) - $11,000
Players who enjoy a red-themed inventory have an easy choice when looking for a top-tier knife, as the M9 Bayonet | Doppler in its Ruby phase is readily available. The M9 Bayonet boasts the largest blade in the game, providing a large canvas to showcase the stunning beauty of the Ruby skin.
The Ruby variant of the Doppler skin covers the knife’s entire blade with vivid ruby-red color, finished with a polished texture for gloss. With the size of the M9 Bayonet, the Ruby skin pairs exceptionally well to help the knife stand out, making it perfect for players who seek flashy skins.
Similar to the previous knife on the list, the Ruby phase is a special tier within the Doppler series and is significantly rarer than your average Doppler phase. A combination of a rare phase and the M9 Bayonet’s iconic design are the two primary reasons for the knife’s price point.
Though a significant gap exists between the M9 Bayonet | Doppler (Ruby) and the Butterfly Knife | Gamma Doppler (Sapphire), the former will still cost you five digits, as a copy is selling at the $11,000 mark.
StatTrak Skeleton Knife | Crimson Web - $10,500
Aside from Case Hardeneds and Dopplers, we have the Skeleton Knife | Crimson Web making it on the list. The Crimson Web is one of the most iconic finishes in CS2, known for its blood-red base overlaid with black spider web patterns. The skin design works tremendously well with the Skeleton Knife.
The Skeleton Knife | Crimson Web offers its users a modern yet edgy look with its striking color scheme. The StatTrak kill counter on the knife elevates its functionality and prestige, making it a popular StatTrak option despite most players choosing not to have the module on knives.
Unlike the other skins on the list, the Skeleton Knife | Crimson Web isn’t entirely dependent on any rare patterns or phases. However, several large spider web pattern indexes could drive its price up by a few thousand dollars.
Getting a StatTrak Skeleton Knife | Crimson Web in Factory New condition will cost you just over the $10,000 mark. However, you can always grab it without its kill counter or in a lower condition if you really want it badly.
Karambit | Doppler (Sapphire) - $8,800
Closing off the list is the dazzling Karambit | Doppler skin in its Sapphire variant. The Karambit is easily one of the most sought-after knives in the game. Combine it with a mesmerizing sapphire-blue blade, and you have one of the most expensive skins in the CS2 market.
The Sapphire Karambit skin features a vibrant, gem-like blue color that resembles a polished sapphire. The curved blade of the Karambit amplifies the skin’s brilliance, creating a striking visual effect when inspected in-game.
Just like the Ruby, the Sapphire variant is a very rare tier within Doppler phases, making it much more valuable than normal Karambit | Doppler skins due to its exclusivity and aesthetics. It is hands-down one of the most popular S-Tier knife skin choices in the game.
The prices for the Karambit | Doppler (Sapphire) have certainly dropped throughout the years, but the fact that it still costs a fortune remains constant. You’ll have to prepare around $8,800 to get your hands on one of these beauties.