Price Analysis: ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened
Current Trend
The ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened shows a Slightly bearish trend. -1.9% (30d).
Market Position
Trades in the budget range ($116.44-$334.88). Knifes hold value well.
Market Comparison
Compare prices above. 5-20% differences exist due to fees.
Timing Insight
Prices trending down - potential buying opportunity. See charts for history.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between Factory New and Minimal Wear for the ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened?
Factory New (FN) 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 visible on close inspection. For the ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened, the price difference between FN and MW can range from 10% to over 100% depending on how visible the wear is on this particular finish. Some finishes hide wear better than others, making MW versions excellent value alternatives.
Is the ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened worth the price?
The ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened sits in the mid-to-high price bracket, offering strong value for several reasons: It features a distinctive Case Hardened design that stands out in-game, maintains good liquidity for trading, and has historically held its value well. For players who main the Gut Knife, this skin offers an excellent balance of visual appeal and investment stability compared to budget alternatives.
What is the float value range for the ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened?
Float values in CS2 determine a skin's wear level on a scale from 0.00 (perfect) to 1.00 (maximum wear). This skin can drop in all five wear conditions, from pristine Factory New to heavily worn Battle-Scarred. 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.
Where is the cheapest place to buy the ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened?
Prices vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. The Steam Community Market is convenient but charges 15% fees. Third-party markets like Skinport, DMarket, and Buff163 often offer lower prices with fees ranging from 5-10%. For the ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened, we recommend comparing prices on this page's market comparison table above, which shows real-time listings from multiple verified marketplaces. Trading sites may offer even better deals if you have items to exchange.
Is the ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened a good investment?
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 shown in the charts above; (2) Consider whether this skin is from an active or discontinued case; (3) Evaluate overall CS2 market conditions. Past performance doesn't guarantee future returns, but ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened has maintained steady trading interest. Diversifying across multiple items typically reduces risk.
Can I use the ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened in competitive CS2?
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.
About This Skin
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.
History
The ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened was first released in CS2 on September 20th, 2013, marking its debut 12 years ago. This particular model was introduced as a part of the CS:GO Weapon Case.
Origin
The ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened can be obtained by opening a CS:GO Weapon Case, eSports 2013 Case, Operation Bravo Case, CS:GO Weapon Case 2, eSports 2013 Winter Case, Winter Offensive Weapon Case, CS:GO Weapon Case 3, Operation Phoenix Weapon Case, eSports 2014 Summer Case, Operation Vanguard Weapon Case, Revolver Case. The skin is not part of any collections.
Rarity
The ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened is one of 428 other Knife skins. The rarity of the skin is Covert, which makes the Case Hardened a rare drop with an estimated drop chance of only 0.64%.
Availability
The ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened skin falls into a high price bracket, ranging from $116.44 to $334.88, making it an expensive skin. Thankfully, it is readily accessible and can be acquired from various markets.
Versions
The float value of the ★ Gut Knife | Case Hardened ranges from 0 to 1, which makes the skin available in Factory New, Minimal Wear, Field-Tested, Well-Worn and Battle-Scarred. For each exterior, there also exists a StatTrak version for the Case Hardened.
Finish Styles
This Gut Knife has been painted in a "Patina" style, with the Case Hardened finish.


