Every CS2 Knife: The Complete List
There are 20 knife types in CS2, from the Karambit and Butterfly Knife at the top to budget picks like the Navaja and Gut Knife. Here is every knife, what sets it apart, and how you can actually get one.
The full list of CS2 knives
| Knife | Known for | Price tier* |
|---|---|---|
| Karambit | Curved claw blade, iconic spin inspect | Top |
| Butterfly Knife | Balisong flipping animations | Top |
| M9 Bayonet | Classic military look, smooth inspect | High |
| Talon Knife | Karambit-style curve with a heavier blade | High |
| Skeleton Knife | Open-frame handle, fast flip animation | High |
| Bayonet | Straight blade, clean animations | Mid–high |
| Stiletto Knife | Switchblade flick | Mid–high |
| Nomad Knife | Folding blade with wrapped handle | Mid |
| Ursus Knife | Chunky folding tactical knife | Mid |
| Flip Knife | Folding knife with a flip-open inspect | Mid |
| Classic Knife | The original CS 1.6-style knife | Mid |
| Kukri Knife | Forward-curved machete blade (added 2025) | Mid |
| Paracord Knife | Cord-wrapped fixed blade | Mid–low |
| Survival Knife | Serrated survival blade | Low |
| Huntsman Knife | Large serrated hunting knife | Low |
| Bowie Knife | Big clip-point blade | Low |
| Falchion Knife | Folding blade with a flip inspect | Low |
| Shadow Daggers | A pair of push daggers | Low |
| Gut Knife | Hooked "gut" blade | Low |
| Navaja Knife | Small folding blade | Lowest |
Finishes that matter
- Fade: pink/purple/yellow gradient; the higher the fade percentage, the higher the price.
- Doppler and Gamma Doppler: sold by phase; Ruby, Sapphire, Black Pearl and Emerald are the jackpot phases.
- Case Hardened: each pattern is different, and heavily blue "blue gem" patterns can sell for many times the normal price.
- Crimson Web: very expensive in low-float Factory New.
- Marble Fade, Tiger Tooth, Lore, Autotronic, Slaughter: popular mid-to-high tier finishes.
- Safari Mesh, Boreal Forest, Scorched, Forest DDPAT, Urban Masked: the budget finishes, and the cheapest way into a given knife.
How to get a knife in CS2
1. Unboxing
Every weapon case has a rare "gold" pool of knives or gloves. The chance of hitting it is about 0.26% per case, roughly 1 in 385, and each case costs a key plus the case itself. For most players, unboxing is the most expensive way to get a knife.
2. Buying or trading
Marketplaces and the Steam Community Market let you pick the exact knife, finish and float. It's the cheapest way to get a specific knife. See the cheapest CS2 knives.
3. Covert trade up
Since October 2025 you can trade up five Covert skins into a knife or gloves from the matching cases. You're guaranteed a knife, but not which one. Full breakdown: CS2 knife trade up guide, and check the numbers in the knife trade up calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How many knives are in CS2?
20 knife types: Bayonet, Bowie, Butterfly, Classic, Falchion, Flip, Gut, Huntsman, Karambit, Kukri, M9 Bayonet, Navaja, Nomad, Paracord, Shadow Daggers, Skeleton, Stiletto, Survival, Talon and Ursus. Each comes in many finishes.
What is the rarest knife in CS2?
No knife type is rare on its own. Rarity comes from the finish and pattern: special Doppler phases (Ruby, Sapphire, Black Pearl, Emerald), top Case Hardened 'blue gem' patterns and low-float Crimson Webs are the rarest.
How do you get a knife in CS2?
Three ways: unbox one (about 0.26% per case), buy or trade for one, or do a Covert trade up, which turns five Covert skins into a knife or gloves.
What is the best knife in CS2?
The Karambit and Butterfly Knife are the most wanted, for their animations. The M9 Bayonet, Talon and Skeleton are also popular. 'Best' mostly comes down to animation and budget.