What Makes the Stiletto Knife Different?
The Stiletto Knife arrived on August 2, 2018 alongside the Horizon Case, then got a second drop source a few months later with the December 2018 Danger Zone Case — our guide to what knives are in the Danger Zone Case covers that container in full. Its design draws directly from real Italian stiletto switchblades: a thin, needle-like blade that deploys almost instantly with the push of a button, rather than the slow reveal of a folding knife. It carries the same Covert rarity tag as every CS2 knife; our CS2 knife tier list breaks down how it stacks up against other models on popularity and resale demand.
Because the blade itself is so slim, finishes with fine linework or pattern-based effects — Case Hardened, Doppler, Marble Fade — read a little differently on the Stiletto than on a broader blade like the Karambit or Talon, with more of the finish visible along the thin profile at once.
Best Stiletto Knife Skins in CS2 (2026 Prices)
| Finish | Lowest Listed Price | Factory New Price |
|---|---|---|
| Doppler Black Pearl | ~$2,130 (FN only) | ~$2,130 |
| Crimson Web | ~$240 (Field-Tested) | ~$1,160 |
| Case Hardened | ~$200 (Well-Worn) | ~$530 |
| Fade | ~$450 (MW, cheaper than FN) | ~$460 |
| Ultraviolet | ~$150 (Battle-Scarred) | ~$430 |
| Slaughter | ~$350 (Field-Tested) | ~$400 |
| Marble Fade | ~$300 (FN/MW, about the same) | ~$300 |
| Tiger Tooth | ~$290 (FN, cheaper than MW) | ~$290 |
Prices from Skin.Land's live catalog, most recently synced in late June 2026 — knife prices shift constantly, check the current listing on Skin.Land before buying.
★ Stiletto Knife | Doppler Black Pearl — the rarest Stiletto in the game
Black Pearl is the dark, near-black phase of the Doppler family, and the drop odds for this specific phase sit around 1-in-364,000 from a Doppler-eligible case — the rarest single pull among all seven Doppler variations. On the Stiletto's thin blade, the marbled black-to-purple surface reads almost like polished obsidian. Factory New runs around $2,130, and like every Doppler phase it's capped to Factory New and Minimal Wear only, so there's no lower-wear version to chase. Buy it here.
★ Stiletto Knife | Crimson Web — the classic spider-web pattern
Crimson Web wraps a dense red spider-web pattern across the blade, one of the most requested finishes on any knife model since it debuted in 2013. Factory New on the Stiletto runs a steep $1,160, but a Field-Tested copy at roughly $240 (Best buy) gets the same web pattern for a fraction of the price. FN copies exist but are scarce and trade at a heavy premium over every lower wear.
★ Stiletto Knife | Case Hardened — pattern-dependent blue and gold
Case Hardened follows the same pattern-seed logic as AK-47 Case Hardened — the specific pattern index decides whether a copy leans mostly gold or shows the prized high-blue "blue gem" look. Factory New runs around $530, while a Well-Worn copy at roughly $200 (Best buy) is the sensible buy for players who want the patina look without chasing a specific pattern number. Always check the inspect link for pattern quality before buying, regardless of wear.
★ Stiletto Knife | Fade — purple-pink-yellow gradient
Fade sweeps a purple-to-pink-to-yellow gradient across the blade, one of the most recognizable finishes in all of CS2. It's capped to Factory New and Minimal Wear only, and — unusually — Factory New at around $460 is actually the cheaper of the two, with Minimal Wear trading around $450, close enough that either wear is a reasonable pick depending on which one is listed cheaper on a given day. Buy it here.
★ Stiletto Knife | Ultraviolet — deep purple with a glossy sheen
Ultraviolet coats the blade in a deep, glossy purple that reads almost black under some lighting. Factory New is around $430, but a Battle-Scarred copy at roughly $150 (Best buy) keeps most of that dark purple sheen for well under half the price — the finish holds up reasonably well even at the bottom of the wear scale.
★ Stiletto Knife | Slaughter — bold zebra-stripe pattern
Slaughter applies a striking red-white-black zebra pattern that stands out sharply against the Stiletto's slim blade. Factory New runs around $400, while a Field-Tested copy at roughly $350 (Best buy) keeps the contrast largely intact for a modest discount — the gap between wears is smaller here than on most other finishes on this list.
★ Stiletto Knife | Marble Fade — swirled red, blue, and white
Marble Fade swirls red, blue, and white into a polished pattern that's become one of the most distinctive knife looks in the game, arriving originally with the Chroma Case in January 2015. Like Fade, it's capped to Factory New and Minimal Wear only, and at around $300 Factory New it costs about the same as a Minimal Wear copy — so there's little reason to pick one wear over the other beyond whichever is listed cheaper that day. Buy it here.
★ Stiletto Knife | Tiger Tooth — the entry point into Stiletto ownership
Tiger Tooth's orange-and-yellow anodized finish is the most accessible way into a good-looking Stiletto — Factory New runs around $290, and it actually undercuts Minimal Wear (around $340) on price. For players priced out of Crimson Web or Doppler, this is the realistic starting point for owning a Stiletto with a finish people actually recognize. Buy it here.
FAQ
When was the Stiletto Knife added to CS:GO?
The Stiletto Knife was introduced on August 2, 2018, alongside the Horizon Case, and later got a second drop source with the Danger Zone Case in December 2018.
Which Stiletto Knife skin is the most expensive?
Doppler Black Pearl is the most expensive standard Stiletto finish, with Factory New copies trading around $2,130. It's also one of the rarest Doppler phase pulls in the entire game — see our guide to the most expensive CS2 knife skins for more context on top-tier pricing.
What is the cheapest Stiletto Knife skin?
Among the finishes covered here, a Battle-Scarred Ultraviolet at around $150 is one of the most affordable ways into a recognizable Stiletto finish, with Case Hardened in Well-Worn condition running similarly low.
Does Stiletto Crimson Web come in Factory New?
Yes. Factory New copies exist, but they're scarce and trade at a steep premium — often 4-5x or more over a Field-Tested copy of the same finish.
How does the Stiletto compare to other knife models with the same finishes?
The blade shape is purely cosmetic — it deals identical damage and occupies the same slot as every other knife. Finish pricing varies by model based on demand rather than the blade itself; our Karambit skins guide and M9 Bayonet skins guide cover how the same finishes price out on other shapes.
Is the Stiletto Knife a good investment?
Knife finishes with strong pattern demand — Crimson Web and Case Hardened in particular — have historically held value well across every knife model, the Stiletto included. For a broader take on which CS2 skins tend to hold or appreciate in value, see our CS2 skins investment guide.
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