ST★ Bayonet | FreehandFactory New$322.52
Relatively unchanged in its design since World War II, the bayonet still retains a place in modern military strategy. Bayonet charges have continued to be effective as recently as the second Gulf War and the war in Afghanistan. It has been spray-painted using mesh fencing and cardboard cutouts as stencils. A predator is a predator, no matter the environment The ★ Bayonet | Freehand is a Covert-grade knife in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the Freehand finish on the Bayonet. With a Covert rarity classification, it has approximately a ~0.26% chance of dropping from case openings.
How to Obtain: The ★ Bayonet | Freehand can be unboxed from the Gamma Case and Gamma 2 Case.
Float Value and Wear: This skin has a float value range of 0.00 to 0.48. 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 ★ Bayonet | Freehand (Factory New) has a median market price of approximately $322.52, with the lowest listing prices available in the marketplace comparison below. The 7-day trend is 0.0% and the 30-day trend is -16.8%. Across wear conditions, prices range from $174.13 (Field-Tested) to $215.81 (Factory New).
Community Rating: The ★ Bayonet | Freehand has a community rating of 4.0 out of 5 based on 12,657 votes. This above-average rating suggests the community considers it a solid choice among knife skins.
StatTrak Available: A StatTrak version of the ★ Bayonet | Freehand 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™ Bayonet | Freehand (Factory New) shows a Strongly bearish trend. -16.8% (30d).
Trades in the budget 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) ★ Bayonet | Freehand 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 Freehand pattern hide wear better than others, making MW versions a strong value alternative.
The ★ Bayonet | Freehand sits in the mid-to-high price bracket. It features a distinctive Freehand design that stands out in-game and maintains good trading liquidity. For players who main the Bayonet, 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 0.48, 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 ★ Bayonet | Freehand vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. This skin can be obtained by opening the Gamma 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 ★ Bayonet | Freehand 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 ★ Bayonet | Freehand 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 ★ Bayonet | Freehand 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 ★ Bayonet | Freehand 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 16.8%. 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 in-game description reads: "Relatively unchanged in its design since World War II, the bayonet still retains a place in modern military strategy. Bayonet charges have continued to be effective as recently as the second Gulf War and the war in Afghanistan. It has been spray-painted using mesh fencing and cardboard cutouts as stencils. A predator is a predator, no matter the environment" Knife skins in CS2 are among the rarest cosmetics, and the Freehand design is particularly valued for its visual identity.
Based on our real-time price comparison across 15+ marketplaces, Lis-Skins currently has the lowest price for the ★ Bayonet | Freehand at $274.16. 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.
