🟣 What is the Ultraviolet finish?
Ultraviolet is a matte dark-purple-to-black finish from the Chroma 3 knife set. At low float it reads as a deep, near-black purple; as float rises the paint lightens toward a washed grey-purple.
Unlike Tiger Tooth, float genuinely matters here. Factory New and low Minimal Wear copies hold the richest purple, which is what most buyers pay a premium for.
📊 Key Facts at a Glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Finish family | Chroma 3 |
| Style | Matte dark-purple gradient |
| Float range | 0.00 – 0.80 |
| Pattern variance | None (float-driven only) |
| StatTrak available | Yes |
| Buy tip | Prefer FN/MW for the richest purple |
📜 Origin & Availability
Ultraviolet is a Chroma 3 finish (2016), available on the Bayonet, Flip, Gut, Karambit and M9 Bayonet. It is a favourite for stealthy, dark loadouts thanks to its muted, tactical look.
💰 Float Tiers & Prices
| Condition | Look | Karambit (live) |
|---|---|---|
| Factory New | Deep, saturated purple | $2,012 |
| Minimal Wear | Slightly lighter purple | $585 |
| Field-Tested | Washed grey-purple | $452 |
Every Ultraviolet knife, priced live
All 18 knives that carry Ultraviolet, priced live across 40+ marketplaces and ranked dearest first. A range means the finish spans more than one wear; click through for every wear and StatTrak listing.
| # | Knife | Price (BS – FN) | StatTrak from |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ★ Karambit | Ultraviolet | $417 – $2,012 | $449 |
| 2 | ★ Butterfly Knife | Ultraviolet | $458 – $1,925 | $491 |
| 3 | ★ M9 Bayonet | Ultraviolet | $298 – $1,448 | $344 |
| 4 | ★ Talon Knife | Ultraviolet | $237 – $997 | $294 |
| 5 | ★ Skeleton Knife | Ultraviolet | $152 – $526 | $189 |
| 6 | ★ Stiletto Knife | Ultraviolet | $147 – $477 | $183 |
| 7 | ★ Bayonet | Ultraviolet | $127 – $455 | $168 |
| 8 | ★ Flip Knife | Ultraviolet | $113 – $443 | $142 |
| 9 | ★ Huntsman Knife | Ultraviolet | $53.90 – $418 | $80.35 |
| 10 | ★ Ursus Knife | Ultraviolet | $73.99 – $393 | $95.76 |
| 11 | ★ Nomad Knife | Ultraviolet | $96.34 – $309 | $115 |
| 12 | ★ Paracord Knife | Ultraviolet | $59.37 – $276 | $77.25 |
| 13 | ★ Bowie Knife | Ultraviolet | $55.34 – $271 | $87.76 |
| 14 | ★ Falchion Knife | Ultraviolet | $63.66 – $249 | $88.76 |
| 15 | ★ Navaja Knife | Ultraviolet | $42.82 – $228 | $62.36 |
| 16 | ★ Gut Knife | Ultraviolet | $53.96 – $189 | $71.20 |
| 17 | ★ Survival Knife | Ultraviolet | $52.95 – $170 | $69.87 |
| 18 | ★ Shadow Daggers | Ultraviolet | $42.30 – $143 | $69.52 |
Prices update automatically from live marketplace data.
M9 Bayonet and Bayonet models sit a tier below the Karambit; cheaper knives like the Gut and Shadow Daggers can be found well under $200.
📈 Value & Investment
Low-float Ultraviolet copies are the ones to hold — the deep purple is what buyers want, and clean copies are scarcer than washed ones. On cheaper models it is one of the best-value ways into a premium-looking dark knife.
🛒 Buying Tips & Checklist
- Compare across marketplaces using the price ranges above — knife prices swing between platforms.
- Inspect in-game to confirm the finish and float before paying.
- Prefer FN/MW — the rich purple fades to grey at higher floats, so pay up for a clean copy.
- Keep Mobile Authenticator on to avoid trade holds on a high-value knife.
🔍 Compare Prices Across 40+ Marketplaces
Don't overpay — check real-time prices for every item in this guide on SteamAnalyst. We aggregate pricing from Buff163, Skinport, CSFloat, DMarket, Steam Market, and more so you always get the best deal.
❓ FAQ
Does float matter on Ultraviolet?
Yes. Low-float copies keep a deep saturated purple, while higher floats fade toward grey. FN and low MW copies command a clear premium for the look.
Which knives have the Ultraviolet finish?
Ultraviolet is a Chroma 3 finish, so it appears on the Bayonet, Flip, Gut, Karambit and M9 Bayonet.
Is Ultraviolet a good budget knife finish?
On cheaper models like the Gut Knife it is one of the most affordable ways into a real knife while still looking premium and stealthy.
What is the best float for Ultraviolet?
Factory New or the lowest Minimal Wear you can afford — that keeps the purple deep and saturated rather than washed grey.
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