ST★ Karambit | Damascus SteelWell-Worn$869.15With its curved blade mimicking a tiger's claw, the karambit was developed as part of the southeast Asian martial discipline of silat. The knife is typically used with a reverse grip, with the finger ring on the index finger. The ★ Karambit | Damascus Steel is a Covert-grade knife in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the Damascus Steel finish on the Karambit. With a Covert rarity classification, it has approximately a ~0.26% chance of dropping from case openings.
How to Obtain: The ★ Karambit | Damascus Steel can be unboxed from the Chroma Case, Chroma 2 Case and Chroma 3 Case.
Float Value and Wear: This skin has a float value range of 0.00 to 0.50. 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 ★ Karambit | Damascus Steel (Well-Worn) has a median market price of approximately $869.15, with the lowest listing prices available in the marketplace comparison below. The 7-day trend is 0.0% and the 30-day trend is +24.2%. Across wear conditions, prices range from $627.30 (Battle-Scarred) to $772.82 (Factory New).
Community Rating: The ★ Karambit | Damascus Steel has a community rating of 4.0 out of 5 based on 13,819 votes. This above-average rating suggests the community considers it a solid choice among knife skins.
StatTrak Available: A StatTrak version of the ★ Karambit | Damascus Steel 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™ Karambit | Damascus Steel (Well-Worn) shows a Strongly bullish trend. +24.2% (30d).
Trades in the affordable 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.
Factory New (FN) ★ Karambit | Damascus Steel 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 Damascus Steel pattern hide wear better than others, making MW versions a strong value alternative.
The ★ Karambit | Damascus Steel 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 can be unboxed from the Chroma Case. The Damascus Steel 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 0.50, 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 ★ Karambit | Damascus Steel vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. This skin can be obtained by opening the Chroma 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 ★ Karambit | Damascus Steel 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 ★ Karambit | Damascus Steel 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 ★ Karambit | Damascus Steel 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 ★ Karambit | Damascus Steel is currently trending upward. Over the past 7 days, the price has increased by 0.0%, and over the past 30 days it has risen 24.2%. 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: "With its curved blade mimicking a tiger's claw, the karambit was developed as part of the southeast Asian martial discipline of silat. The knife is typically used with a reverse grip, with the finger ring on the index finger." Knife skins in CS2 are among the rarest cosmetics, and the Damascus Steel design is particularly valued for its visual identity.
Based on our real-time price comparison across 15+ marketplaces, Buff163 currently has the lowest price for the ★ Karambit | Damascus Steel at $601.18. 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.
