ST★ Gut Knife | Case HardenedBattle-Scarred$182.95
CS:GO Weapon CaseThe most notable feature of a gut knife is the gut hook on the spine of the blade. Originally popularized as an aid for field dressing game, the gut hook is also effective at cutting through fibrous materials like rope, webbing, or safety belts with ease. It has been spray-painted in a sun-dappled pattern. The Phoenix is not a symbol of destruction... it's a symbol of rebirth - Valeria Jenner, Revolutionary The ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened is a Covert-grade knife in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the Case Hardened finish on the Gut Knife. With a Covert rarity classification, it has approximately a ~0.26% chance of dropping from case openings.
How to Obtain: The ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened can be unboxed from the CS:GO Weapon Case.
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 ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened (Battle-Scarred) has a median market price of approximately $182.95, with the lowest listing prices available in the marketplace comparison below. The 7-day trend is -11.0% and the 30-day trend is +11.2%. Across wear conditions, prices range from $93.43 (Well-Worn) to $264.84 (Factory New).
Community Rating: The ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened has a community rating of 3.7 out of 5 based on 660 votes. This above-average rating suggests the community considers it a solid choice among knife skins.
StatTrak Available: A StatTrak version of the ★ Gut 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.
The ★ StatTrak™ Gut Knife | Case Hardened (Battle-Scarred) shows a Bullish trend. +11.2% (30d).
Trades in the budget range. Knifes hold value well.
Compare prices above. 5-20% differences exist due to fees.
Prices trending up - favorable for sellers. See charts for history.
Blue 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.
Factory New (FN) ★ Gut 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.
The ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened sits in the mid-to-high price bracket. It features a distinctive Case Hardened design that stands out in-game and maintains good trading liquidity. For players who main the Gut 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 0.00 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 ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened 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. 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 ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened has maintained steady trading interest. Diversifying across multiple items typically reduces risk.
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 ★ Gut 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.
Yes, all weapon skins including the ★ Gut 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.
The ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened is currently trending upward. Over the past 7 days, the price has increased by 11.0%, and over the past 30 days it has risen 11.2%. 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.
The in-game description reads: "The most notable feature of a gut knife is the gut hook on the spine of the blade. Originally popularized as an aid for field dressing game, the gut hook is also effective at cutting through fibrous materials like rope, webbing, or safety belts with ease. It has been spray-painted in a sun-dappled pattern. The Phoenix is not a symbol of destruction... it's a symbol of rebirth - Valeria Jenner, Revolutionary" Knife skins in CS2 are among the rarest cosmetics, and the Case Hardened design is particularly valued for its visual identity.
Yes, pattern seed (or "pattern index") significantly affects the ★ Gut 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.
Based on our real-time price comparison across 15+ marketplaces, CSFloat currently has the lowest price for the ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened at $140.00. 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.
