★ Bowie Knife | FreehandFactory New$99.73This full-tang sawback Bowie knife is designed for heavy use in brutal survival situations. It has been anodized red and uses steel mesh to lighten the weight. The ★ Bowie Knife | Freehand is a Covert-grade knife in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the Freehand finish on the Bowie Knife. With a Covert rarity classification, it has approximately a ~0.26% chance of dropping from case openings.
How to Obtain: The ★ Bowie Knife | Freehand can be unboxed from the Operation Riptide Case and Dreams & Nightmares Case.
Float Value and Wear: This skin has a float value range of 0.00 to 0.48. This restricted float range means not all wear conditions are available, which can affect rarity and pricing for specific exteriors. Lower float values within each condition tier produce a cleaner in-game appearance and typically command higher prices.
Price and Market Trends: The ★ Bowie Knife | Freehand (Factory New) has a median market price of approximately $99.73, with the lowest listing prices available in the marketplace comparison below. The price has remained stable with minimal movement over the past 7 and 30 days, indicating balanced supply and demand. Across wear conditions, prices range from $79.59 (Field-Tested) to $99.73 (Factory New).
Community Rating: The ★ Bowie Knife | Freehand has a community rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on 417 votes. This above-average rating suggests the community considers it a solid choice among knife skins.
The ★ Bowie Knife | Freehand (Factory New) shows a Stable trend.
Trades in the budget range. Knifes hold value well.
Compare prices above. 5-20% differences exist due to fees.
Market stable - good for buyers and sellers. See charts for history.
Factory New (FN) ★ Bowie Knife | Freehand skins have float values between 0.00-0.07, showing minimal to no visible wear. Minimal Wear (MW) floats range from 0.07-0.15, with slight scratches or fading. The price gap between FN and MW varies by finish — some designs like the Freehand pattern hide wear better than others, making MW versions a strong value alternative.
Yes, the ★ Bowie Knife | Freehand is an excellent budget-friendly choice. Priced affordably, it offers the Freehand aesthetic without breaking the bank. Budget skins like this are ideal for players building their first inventory or those who prefer spending on multiple skins rather than one expensive item. The lower price point also means less financial risk if you decide to trade or sell later.
Float values in CS2 determine a skin's wear level on a scale from 0.00 (perfect) to 1.00 (maximum wear). With a float range of 0.00 to 0.48, this skin has specific wear availability that affects pricing. Lower float values within any condition category (e.g., 0.01 vs 0.06 in Factory New) result in cleaner appearances and typically command higher prices. For high-value trades, always verify the exact float value using inspection tools.
Prices for the ★ Bowie Knife | Freehand vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. This skin can be obtained by opening the Operation Riptide Case or purchased directly from third-party marketplaces. The Steam Community Market charges 15% fees, while third-party markets like Skinport, DMarket, and Buff163 offer lower prices with 2-10% fees. Compare real-time prices in the market comparison table above to find the best deal.
Investment potential depends on several factors. Knives and gloves historically hold value well due to consistent demand and limited supply. Key considerations: (1) Check the 30-day and 90-day price trends in the charts above; (2) Evaluate overall CS2 market conditions. Past performance doesn't guarantee future returns, but the ★ Bowie Knife | Freehand has maintained steady trading interest. Diversifying across multiple items typically reduces risk.
Yes, all weapon skins including the ★ Bowie Knife | Freehand are purely cosmetic and can be used in all CS2 game modes including competitive matchmaking, Premier, and professional tournaments. Skins provide no gameplay advantages or disadvantages - they only change the weapon's visual appearance. Many professional players use skins during official matches, and you'll often see high-value items like this featured in tournament broadcasts.
The ★ Bowie Knife | Freehand has remained relatively stable in price recently, with less than 5% movement over the past 7 and 30 days. Stable pricing suggests balanced supply and demand. This can be a good sign for investors looking for low-volatility items, and for buyers it means you're unlikely to overpay. Check the price chart above for longer-term trends.
The in-game description reads: "This full-tang sawback Bowie knife is designed for heavy use in brutal survival situations. It has been anodized red and uses steel mesh to lighten the weight." Knife skins in CS2 are among the rarest cosmetics, and the Freehand design is particularly valued for its visual identity.
Based on our real-time price comparison across 15+ marketplaces, SkinSwap currently has the lowest price for the ★ Bowie Knife | Freehand at $84.11. However, prices change frequently as sellers list and buyers purchase. We recommend checking the marketplace comparison table above for the most current prices, and remember to factor in each marketplace's fees when comparing total costs.
