★ Butterfly Knife | LoreMinimal Wear$1,141.87This 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 | Lore is a Covert-grade knife in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the Lore 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 | Lore can be unboxed from the Operation Riptide 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 | Lore (Minimal Wear) has a median market price of approximately $1,141.87, with the lowest listing prices available in the marketplace comparison below. The 7-day trend is 0.0% and the 30-day trend is -8.6%. Across wear conditions, prices range from $585.65 (Battle-Scarred) to $2,283.44 (Factory New).
Community Rating: The ★ Butterfly Knife | Lore has a community rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on 22,477 votes. This above-average rating suggests the community considers it a solid choice among knife skins.
The ★ Butterfly Knife | Lore (Minimal Wear) shows a Bearish trend. -8.6% (30d).
Trades in the affordable range. Knifes hold value well.
Compare prices above. 5-20% differences exist due to fees.
Prices trending down - potential buying opportunity. See charts for history.
Factory New (FN) ★ Butterfly Knife | Lore 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 Lore pattern hide wear better than others, making MW versions a strong value alternative.
The ★ Butterfly Knife | Lore 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 Riptide Case. The Lore finish is particularly sought-after for its distinctive appearance, and supply is inherently limited while demand remains high from collectors and players.
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.
Prices for the ★ Butterfly Knife | Lore 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. The ★ Butterfly Knife | Lore is from the The Breakout Collection (Operation Riptide 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 | Lore has maintained steady trading interest. Diversifying across multiple items typically reduces risk.
Yes, all weapon skins including the ★ Butterfly Knife | Lore 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 ★ Butterfly Knife | Lore is currently trending downward. Over the past 7 days, the price has decreased by 0.0%, and over the past 30 days it has dropped 8.6%. Price drops can result from new case releases flooding the market, seasonal fluctuations, or shifts in player preferences. This could represent a buying opportunity if you believe the skin will recover. Review the price history chart above for long-term context.
The ★ Butterfly Knife | Lore is part of the The Breakout Collection. It can be obtained by opening the Operation Riptide Case. All skins from the same collection share a rarity hierarchy, which affects trade-up contract possibilities and overall value.
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 Lore design is particularly valued for its visual identity.
Based on our real-time price comparison across 15+ marketplaces, DMarket currently has the lowest price for the ★ Butterfly Knife | Lore at $999.99. 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.
