ST★ Butterfly Knife | Case HardenedField-Tested$911.95★ StatTrak™ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened (Field-Tested)
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About the ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened
This is a custom-designed balisong, commonly known as a butterfly knife. The defining characteristic of this weapon is the fan-like opening of a freely pivoting blade, allowing rapid deployment or concealment. As a result, butterfly knives are outlawed in many countries. It has been anodized red and uses steel mesh to lighten the weight. The ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened is a Covert-grade knife in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the Case Hardened finish on the Butterfly Knife. With a Covert rarity classification, it has approximately a ~0.26% chance of dropping from case openings.
How to Obtain: The ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened can be unboxed from the Operation Breakout Weapon Case. It belongs to the Breakout Collection.
Float Value and Wear: This skin has a float value range of 0.00 to 1.00. 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 ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened (Field-Tested) has a median market price of approximately $911.95, with the lowest listing prices available in the marketplace comparison below. The 7-day trend is -13.5% and the 30-day trend is +6.7%. Across wear conditions, prices range from $673.07 (Battle-Scarred) to $1,317.21 (Factory New).
Community Rating: The ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened has a community rating of 4.1 out of 5 based on 25,592 votes. This above-average rating suggests the community considers it a solid choice among knife skins.
StatTrak Available: A StatTrak version of the ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened exists, featuring an on-weapon kill counter that tracks confirmed eliminations. StatTrak variants are rarer (approximately 10% of case drops) and typically trade at a 1.5x to 3x premium over standard versions. Learn more about skin terminology.
Price Analysis: ★ StatTrak™ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened (Field-Tested)
Current Trend
The ★ StatTrak™ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened (Field-Tested) shows a Bullish trend. +6.7% (30d).
Market Position
Trades in the affordable range. Knifes hold value well.
Market Comparison
Compare prices above. 5-20% differences exist due to fees.
Timing Insight
Prices trending up - favorable for sellers. See charts for history.
Pattern value — Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened
Paint seed matters on this skinBlue coverage on the playside. A fixed blue/gold/purple texture sheet is stamped at a seed-determined offset, and each weapon has its own UV map — so a seed that is a gem on a Karambit is unremarkable on an M9. Backside blue adds a little; playside is what is priced.
Typical premium: Top seeds trade at 10-100x a standard copy; the very best have reached six figures.
No individual seeds ranked for this skin yet — but the criteria above still decide what a copy is worth. Use the pattern browser below to compare seeds before you buy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between Factory New and Minimal Wear for the ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened?
Factory New (FN) ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened 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 Case Hardened pattern hide wear better than others, making MW versions a strong value alternative.
Why is the ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened so expensive?
The ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened commands premium prices due to several factors: First, knife skins are the rarest drop category in CS2, with approximately 0.26% chance from case openings. It belongs to the The Breakout Collection and can be unboxed from the Operation Breakout Weapon Case. The Case Hardened finish is particularly sought-after for its distinctive appearance, and supply is inherently limited while demand remains high from collectors and players.
What is the float value range for the ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened?
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 1.00, 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.
Where is the cheapest place to buy the ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened?
Prices for the ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. This skin can be obtained by opening the Operation Breakout Weapon 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.
Is the ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened a good investment?
Investment potential depends on several factors. Knives and gloves historically hold value well due to consistent demand and limited supply. The ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened is from the The Breakout Collection (Operation Breakout Weapon Case) — skins from discontinued collections tend to appreciate as supply decreases over time. 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 ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened has maintained steady trading interest. Diversifying across multiple items typically reduces risk.
What is StatTrak on the ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened?
StatTrak is a special variant that includes a digital kill counter displayed on the weapon, tracking your confirmed kills in official matches. StatTrak versions of the ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened are rarer than standard versions (approximately 10% of case drops are StatTrak) and typically cost 1.5x to 3x more. The kill counter adds personalization value as it records your gameplay history with this specific weapon. Note that StatTrak counts reset if you trade the skin.
Can I use the ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened in competitive CS2?
Yes, all weapon skins including the ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened 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.
Is the ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened price going up or down?
The ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened is currently trending upward. Over the past 7 days, the price has increased by 13.5%, and over the past 30 days it has risen 6.7%. Rising prices can indicate growing demand, reduced supply from case openings, or broader market-wide appreciation. Check the price chart above for detailed historical trends and to identify potential buying opportunities.
What collection is the ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened from?
The ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened is part of the The Breakout Collection. It can be obtained by opening the Operation Breakout Weapon Case. All skins from the same collection share a rarity hierarchy, which affects trade-up contract possibilities and overall value.
What is the story behind the ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened?
The in-game description reads: "This is a custom-designed balisong, commonly known as a butterfly knife. The defining characteristic of this weapon is the fan-like opening of a freely pivoting blade, allowing rapid deployment or concealment. As a result, butterfly knives are outlawed in many countries. It has been anodized red and uses steel mesh to lighten the weight." Knife skins in CS2 are among the rarest cosmetics, and the Case Hardened design is particularly valued for its visual identity.
Do Blue Gem patterns affect the ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened price?
Yes, pattern seed (or "pattern index") significantly affects the ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened price. Blue Gem patterns — where the skin shows a high percentage of solid blue — can sell for many times the price of average patterns. Each of the 1,000 possible pattern seeds produces a unique distribution of blue, gold, and purple. Use float inspection tools to check the exact pattern before purchasing.
Which marketplace has the cheapest ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened right now?
Based on our real-time price comparison across 15+ marketplaces, DMarket currently has the lowest price for the ★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened at $786.63. 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.
