★ Flip Knife$175.23★ Flip Knife | Vanilla
Active Demand1,326 listings−8% vs avg
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Trend-6.0% over 30 daysTrend: -6.0% over 30 days. Open for the workings.
Today at $161.82 — 1.8% above the month's floor.
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About the ★ Flip Knife
The ★ Flip Knife is a Covert-grade knife in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the Vanilla finish on the Flip Knife — see All Flip Knife skins.
Origin
The ★ Flip Knife can be unboxed from the CS:GO Weapon Case, eSports 2013 Case, Operation Bravo Case, eSports 2013 Winter Case, Winter Offensive Weapon Case, Operation Phoenix Weapon Case, eSports 2014 Summer Case, Operation Vanguard Weapon Case and Revolver Case.
Rarity
The ★ Flip Knife is a Covert-grade knife. In a case opening, an item of this grade comes out roughly ~0.26% of the time.
Float and wear
The float value of the ★ Flip Knife runs from 0.06 to 0.80. Not every wear exists for it, which is why some exteriors are scarcer and priced apart. Within a wear, a lower float looks cleaner in game and usually costs more.
Price
The ★ Flip Knife (Vanilla) has an aggregate market price of about $175.23. It is down 2.0% over 7 days and down 6.0% over 30 days.
Availability
29 marketplaces are quoting the ★ Flip Knife right now. The comparison table above lists each one with its lowest price, and the cheapest is marked.
Released
The ★ Flip Knife first entered the game on Aug 14, 2013, when the CS:GO Weapon Case was released as part of the Arms Deal Update.
Versions
A StatTrak™ version exists, with an on-weapon kill counter. StatTrak copies are about a tenth of case drops and trade at a premium over the standard skin.
Community rating
Readers rate the ★ Flip Knife 3.9 out of 5 from 67 votes.
Price Analysis
Current Trend
The ★ Flip Knife shows a Bearish trend. -6.0% (30d).
Market Position
Trades in the mid-to-high tier range. Knives hold value well.
Traded Range
Since January 2025, the ★ Flip Knife has traded between $144.04 and $411.53. Today's price is 57% below that high.
Market Comparison
Compare prices above. 5-20% differences exist due to fees. Third-party markets beat Steam's 15% fee.
Timing Insight
Prices trending down - potential buying opportunity. See charts for history.
Frequently Asked Questions
The ★ Flip Knife sits in the mid-to-high price bracket. It features a distinctive Vanilla design that stands out in-game and maintains good trading liquidity. For players who main the Flip Knife, this skin offers an excellent balance of visual appeal and investment stability compared to budget alternatives.
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 0.06 to 0.80, 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 ★ Flip Knife vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. This skin can be obtained by opening the CS:GO 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.
Investment potential depends on several factors. Knives and gloves historically hold value well due to consistent demand and limited supply. Covert rarity items tend to appreciate over time as cases are opened and supply gradually decreases. 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 ★ Flip Knife has maintained steady trading interest. Diversifying across multiple items typically reduces risk.
Yes, all weapon skins including the ★ Flip Knife 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 ★ Flip Knife is currently trending downward. Over the past 7 days, the price has decreased by 2.0%, and over the past 30 days it has dropped 6.0%. 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 ★ Flip Knife has averaged $248.76 over the past 60 days, against $288.23 over 90 days, $300.40 over 180 days and $296.03 over 360 days. It currently trades at $175.23, 40.8% below its 360-day average. Longer averages smooth out the day-to-day noise of individual listings, so they describe what the ★ Flip Knife is actually worth better than any single asking price does. Compare them against the live figures in the marketplace table above.
Based on our real-time price comparison across 40+ marketplaces, BUFF Market currently has the lowest price for the ★ Flip Knife at $161.59. 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.
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