All Butterfly Knife Skins in CS2: Full List & Market Tips
What Makes the Butterfly Knife So Popular in CS2?
The Butterfly Knife has one of the most fluid animations in the game. Combine that with its rarity and iconic presence in CS:GO since Operation Breakout (2014), and it’s no wonder this knife commands premium prices.
Its distinct inspect flip, rarity in cases, and overall aesthetic put it in the same tier as the Karambit and M9 Bayonet. Pro players and streamers frequently rock Butterfly Knives, further fueling demand.
Pro tip: Skins with clean blade finishes (like ★ Butterfly | Fade or ★ Butterfly | Marble Fade) look especially crisp in CS2’s Source 2 lighting. Bright float, minimal scratches = high appeal.
Full List of Butterfly Knife Skins
Here’s a full rundown of all Butterfly Knife finishes currently available in CS2 (Factory New availability noted where possible):
★ Butterfly Knife | Vanilla
★ Butterfly Knife | Scorched
★ Butterfly Knife | Forest DDPAT
★ Butterfly Knife | Safari Mesh
★ Butterfly Knife | Urban Masked
★ Butterfly Knife | Night
★ Butterfly Knife | Crimson Web (FN extremely rare)
★ Butterfly Knife | Boreal Forest
★ Butterfly Knife | Blue Steel
★ Butterfly Knife | Stained
★ Butterfly Knife | Slaughter
★ Butterfly Knife | Fade
★ Butterfly Knife | Case Hardened
★ Butterfly Knife | Ultraviolet
★ Butterfly Knife | Rust Coat
★ Butterfly Knife | Damascus Steel
★ Butterfly Knife | Tiger Tooth
★ Butterfly Knife | Marble Fade
★ Butterfly Knife | Doppler (Phases + Gems)
★ Butterfly Knife | Freehand
★ Butterfly Knife | Lore
★ Butterfly Knife | Bright Water
★ Butterfly Knife | Black Laminate
★ Butterfly Knife | Autotronic
★ Butterfly Knife | Gamma Doppler (Phases + Emerald)
Note: Not all finishes are available in Factory New (e.g., Rust Coat, Safari Mesh). Always check the float cap when browsing listings.
Doppler Phases and Gem Variants
If you’re after something more exclusive, Doppler and Gamma Doppler finishes offer gem tiers—extremely rare color patterns highly prized by collectors:
Doppler Phases
Phase 1–4 (common, ~85% of drops)
Phase 2 often preferred for its blue hues
Phase 3 least desirable due to muddy blend
Gem Variants
Sapphire – full deep blue (Doppler only)
Ruby – rich red, fewer visible swirls
Black Pearl – rare mix of purple, black, and grey
Emerald – bright green (Gamma Doppler only)
These gems are 0.3–0.5% of Doppler/Gamma Doppler unboxes. Expect very high premiums.
Example: A ★ Butterfly | Doppler Sapphire (FN) can command $6,000+ depending on float and pattern.
Buying & Selling Butterfly Knives on the Market
Butterfly Knives are widely traded but liquidity varies based on the skin and condition. High-tier items like Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald often move privately or on high-end trading discords.
For most skins, platforms like BitSkins, Buff163, and Skinport offer strong liquidity and pricing. Be sure to compare float values (use tools like CSGOFloat or CS2DB) before purchasing.
Example:
★ Butterfly | Slaughter (FN, <0.01 float) with a full diamond pattern sells faster and at higher margins.
★ Butterfly | Case Hardened with a Blue Gem seed (#555 or similar) can be exponentially more valuable than a standard one.
Note: Prices and liquidity change—check current offers at time of reading.
Pro Tips for Traders and Collectors
Stick to clean floats. Float under 0.05 retains better resale value across most finishes.
Pattern matters. For Slaughter and Case Hardened, rare patterns can double or triple price.
FN ≠ flawless. Even Factory New can show tiny wear, especially on metallic finishes like Fade or Lore.
Long-term? Butterfly Knives consistently hold value better than most other knives—low supply, high demand.
Key Takeaways
The Butterfly Knife remains one of CS2's most iconic and liquid knives.
Over 25 finishes available, including Doppler and Gamma Doppler with gem variants.
Doppler Phase 2 and Slaughter are fan favorites for their visuals.
Price depends heavily on float, pattern, and StatTrak status.
Marketplaces like BitSkins and Buff163 offer competitive options, but gems may require private trades.
Always inspect float and pattern before purchase—value can shift significantly.
FAQ (People Also Ask)
Which Butterfly Knife skin is the rarest in CS2?
The Doppler and Gamma Doppler gem variants—Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, and Black Pearl—are the rarest due to their extremely low unbox rates.
What’s the cheapest Butterfly Knife in CS2?
Battle-Scarred versions of Forest DDPAT, Safari Mesh, and Scorched are usually the lowest priced, starting around $550 depending on platform.
Can you still get a Butterfly Knife from a case drop?
Yes, but only from specific legacy cases like the Operation Breakout or Spectrum Case. Drop odds are extremely low.
How do I know if a Case Hardened Butterfly Knife is a Blue Gem?
Check the pattern index (seed). Known Blue Gem seeds are highly specific (e.g., #182, #555). Use databases like csbluegem.com to verify.
Does StatTrak increase the value of a Butterfly Knife?
Yes, but the premium varies. For high-end skins (Fade, Marble Fade), StatTrak FN can add $300–$1,000+ depending on demand.
Author & Update
Written by Alex Thorn, CS2 skin market analyst with 6+ years of trading experience.
Updated: February 2026