Knives consistently rank among the most expensive items in CS2 due to their rare drop rates and the sheer number of variants. The price of the rarest pieces with high float values can reach tens of thousands of dollars. That said, you can still find knives that look great for far more modest sums. Most budget-friendly knives come in various camo or darker finishes, but there are some bright options as well.
Navaja Knife Tiger Tooth – about $140
The blade of the Navaja Knife Tiger Tooth is finished in yellow-orange with black striping. If you want to add a vibrant knife to your inventory, this is an excellent choice—especially since even Minimal Wear or Factory New examples can still fit the budget.
Survival Knife Damascus Steel – about $135
The pattern on the Survival Knife Damascus Steel reproduces the texture of legendary “Damascus steel,” forged from multiple layers and famed for its strength. The blade is covered in curved bands whose layout depends on the pattern index. For the listed price, you can find versions up to Minimal Wear.
Paracord Knife Ultraviolet – about $135
Many knife skins color only the blade while leaving the handle bare. The “Ultraviolet” series is one of the few exceptions: the handle is painted a vivid purple while the blade remains gray. This look works nicely on the straight-profile Paracord Knife Ultraviolet in Well-Worn condition.
Gut Knife Freehand – about $130
The Freehand finish isn’t as flashy, but it’s still an intriguing design: the entire blade is covered with a fine linework pattern whose placement depends on the pattern index. Thanks to the Gut Knife Freehand having a broad blade, there’s plenty of space for the motif to shine.
Bowie Knife Bright Water – about $130
All components of the Bowie Knife Bright Water are done in shades of blue: a dark-blue handle with a bright pommel and a camo pattern on the blade itself. A Field-Tested example fits the budget, and on the mottled finish the wear doesn’t stand out as much.
Navaja Knife Case Hardened – about $130
Most Case Hardened finishes start in the several-hundred-dollar range, but there are a few exceptions. For instance, the Navaja Knife Case Hardened in Field-Tested condition starts around $130. On a short, narrow blade the Case Hardened look isn’t as dramatic as on an M9 Bayonet or Nomad Knife, but you can still find attractive patterns.
Kukri Knife Night Stripe – about $125
The kukri arrived in the game recently, and most of its variants still command high prices. The Kukri Knife Night Stripe in Battle-Scarred condition is a way to add the new model to your collection without spending several hundred dollars. The blade surface is painted gray, but a significant portion of the paint will be worn away so the black metal shows through.
Survival Knife Stained – about $125
If you’re after a more realistic look, the minimalist Survival Knife Stained is a solid pick. The handle is left black, while the wide blade retains a metallic sheen and is covered with gray patina spots that darken as the float increases.
Gut Knife Rust Coat – about $125
Another realistic texture—the Gut Knife Rust Coat. Its surface looks as if it’s covered by a layer of rust. This skin only appears in two conditions, Well-Worn and Battle-Scarred. The latter is distinguished by a much more pronounced band of rust.
Kukri Knife Urban Masked – about $120
Finally, another kukri option—the Kukri Urban Masked. At this price you can pick it up in Field-Tested or lower. In Minimal Wear, the entire knife is coated with shiny silver paint; at higher floats, more scuffing appears. Even so, those more worn versions have a certain charm of their own.
You’ll find all these knives—and many more—on LIS-SKINS at very attractive prices, often cheaper than on Steam. Don’t miss the chance to expand your inventory!
