Price Analysis: ★ Classic Knife | Blue Steel
Current Trend
The ★ Classic Knife | Blue Steel shows a Slightly bearish trend. -1.9% (30d).
Market Position
Trades in the budget range ($159.71-$749.07). 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 ★ Classic Knife | Blue Steel?
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 ★ Classic Knife | Blue Steel, 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 ★ Classic Knife | Blue Steel worth the price?
The ★ Classic Knife | Blue Steel sits in the mid-to-high price bracket, offering strong value for several reasons: It features a distinctive Blue Steel design that stands out in-game, maintains good liquidity for trading, and has historically held its value well. For players who main the Classic 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 ★ Classic Knife | Blue Steel?
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 ★ Classic Knife | Blue Steel?
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 ★ Classic Knife | Blue Steel, 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 ★ Classic Knife | Blue Steel 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 ★ Classic Knife | Blue Steel has maintained steady trading interest. Diversifying across multiple items typically reduces risk.
What is StatTrak on the ★ Classic Knife | Blue Steel?
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 ★ Classic Knife | Blue 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.
Can I use the ★ Classic Knife | Blue Steel in competitive CS2?
Yes, all weapon skins including the ★ Classic Knife | Blue 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.
About This Skin
A classic of the Counter-Strike series, the edge of this knife is press-fit Stellite perfectly held in place due to its precise fit with the titanium on the blade's cheek and spine. The handle is fossilized mastodon ivory held in a carbon fibre pocket.
History
The ★ Classic Knife | Blue Steel was first released in CS2 on October 14th, 2019, marking its debut 6 years ago. This particular model was introduced as a part of the CS20 Case.
Origin
The ★ Classic Knife | Blue Steel can be obtained by opening a CS20 Case. The skin is part of The CS20 Collection.
Rarity
The ★ Classic Knife | Blue Steel is one of 428 other Knife skins. The rarity of the skin is Covert, which makes the Blue Steel a rare drop with an estimated drop chance of only 0.64%.
Availability
The ★ Classic Knife | Blue Steel skin falls into a high price bracket, ranging from $159.71 to $749.07, making it an expensive skin. Thankfully, it is readily accessible and can be acquired from various markets.
Versions
The float value of the ★ Classic Knife | Blue Steel 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 Blue Steel.
Finish Styles
This Classic Knife has been painted in a "Patina" style, with the Blue Steel finish.


