ST★ Skeleton Knife | Boreal ForestFactory New$869.85This skeletonized-tang knife has been taped at the handle for improved grip. The hole allows a finger to be threaded through for stability and safety. It has been painted using a forest camouflage hydrographic.\n\n<i>The woods can be a dangerous place... never travel alone</i> The ★ Skeleton Knife | Boreal Forest is a Covert-grade knife in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the Boreal Forest finish on the Skeleton Knife. With a Covert rarity classification, it has approximately a ~0.26% chance of dropping from case openings.
How to Obtain: The ★ Skeleton Knife | Boreal Forest can be unboxed from the Shattered Web Case and Fracture Case.
Price and Market Trends: The ★ Skeleton Knife | Boreal Forest (Factory New) has a median market price of approximately $869.85, with the lowest listing prices available in the marketplace comparison below. The price has remained stable with minimal movement over the past 7 and 30 days, indicating balanced supply and demand. Across wear conditions, prices range from $116.27 (Battle-Scarred) to $235.93 (Factory New).
Community Rating: The ★ Skeleton Knife | Boreal Forest has a community rating of 4.0 out of 5 based on 9,109 votes. This above-average rating suggests the community considers it a solid choice among knife skins.
StatTrak Available: A StatTrak version of the ★ Skeleton Knife | Boreal Forest 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™ Skeleton Knife | Boreal Forest (Factory New) shows a Stable trend.
Trades in the affordable range. Knifes hold value well.
Compare prices above. 5-20% differences exist due to fees.
Market stable - good for buyers and sellers. See charts for history.
Factory New (FN) ★ Skeleton Knife | Boreal Forest 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 Boreal Forest pattern hide wear better than others, making MW versions a strong value alternative.
The ★ Skeleton Knife | Boreal Forest 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. Its Covert rarity means only about 0.64% of case openings yield this tier. It can be unboxed from the Shattered Web Case. The Boreal Forest finish is particularly sought-after for its distinctive appearance, and supply is inherently limited while demand remains high from collectors and players.
Prices for the ★ Skeleton Knife | Boreal Forest vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. This skin can be obtained by opening the Shattered Web 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 ★ Skeleton Knife | Boreal Forest 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 ★ Skeleton Knife | Boreal Forest 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 ★ Skeleton Knife | Boreal Forest 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 ★ Skeleton Knife | Boreal Forest has remained relatively stable in price recently, with less than 5% movement over the past 7 and 30 days. Stable pricing suggests balanced supply and demand. This can be a good sign for investors looking for low-volatility items, and for buyers it means you're unlikely to overpay. Check the price chart above for longer-term trends.
The in-game description reads: "This skeletonized-tang knife has been taped at the handle for improved grip. The hole allows a finger to be threaded through for stability and safety. It has been painted using a forest camouflage hydrographic.\n\n<i>The woods can be a dangerous place... never travel alone</i>" Knife skins in CS2 are among the rarest cosmetics, and the Boreal Forest design is particularly valued for its visual identity.
