12 Best Stiletto Knife Skins in CS2 That are Mostly Loved by the Players

CS2 is not just a game with dynamic gameplay but also a rich visual experience. Not least, this is due to the beautiful design of the weapons with which players can arm themselves. 

The variety of skins for each in-game item allows you to personalize your character and create a recognizable style for opponents to fear. This is especially true for knives, as they often require an exorbitant amount of skill to use effectively and thus can be a real pride of your arsenal.

Today, we’re going to review one of the most underrated knives in CS2 — Stiletto. When it was first introduced in 2018, many people complained about the knife being too thin for such a game. However, after the first few appearances during Majors, players have seen the elegance and menacing look of this weapon and immediately wanted it in their inventory.

Our experts at Profilerr have prepared the rating of the best CS2 stiletto knife skins for you to choose from and discuss the most popular options in more detail. Whether it’s an all-time favorite and just beautiful Tiger Tooth or iconic Marble Fade with which s1mple killed apEX during 2022 Major, we’ve gathered all the skins mostly loved by players.

Let’s take a closer look at each skin and its market (Steam) price (as of November 2023).

12. Blue Steel

One of the most recommended stiletto knife skins according to the community, featuring a classic color palette. The simplicity of the design emphasizes that it’s a tool of death, not meant for showboating. The skin remains brutal regardless of its condition, with worn appearance only signifying the amount of corpses it left behind. 

Quantity: ~5.2k

Top players using the skin: TaZ, BUDA

Price: 

$194.76 (WW) — $333.41 (FN)

ST:

$207.04 (BS) — $397.7 (FN)

11. Night Stripe

This is one of the best stiletto knife skins in CS2, both visually and conceptually. The dark matte blade eliminates all light reflections, giving the weapon a sophisticated look. Bonus points for using it to stalk the less lit parts of the map for maximum aesthetic completeness. 

Quantity: ~5k

Top players using the skin: Pimp

Price: 

$134.27 (BS) — $379.87(FN)

ST:

$140.59 (BS) — $856.38 (FN)

10. Ultraviolet

One of the best stiletto knife CS2 skins, Ultraviolet also features a matte black blade. The key feature is the handle’s framing that has a subtle purple accent. Even at maximum wear, the blade’s appearance remains striking. The drastic difference between the polished look of a factory new Ultraviolet and the ragged appearance of its battled scared version is a strong visual motif all of its own. 

Quantity: ~9.1k

Top players using the skin: aizy

Price: 

$143.14 (BS) — $445.36 (FN)

ST:

$152.38 (BS) — $240.78 (MW)

9. Case Hardened

Case Hardened made it into our top CS2 stiletto knife skin list due to its fascinating color palette. The stylish combination of a yellowish blade and bluish metal elements sure looks nice, but the high wear variant is what makes the knife look scary. Once again, this skin is an eye candy at all stages of its (and yours) journey. 

Quantity: ~5.1k

Top players using the skin: Bart4k, SZPERO

Price: 

$207.11 (BS) — $541.79 (FN)

ST:

$226.25 (BS) — $497.71 (FN)

8. Boreal Forest

The most military-looking item in the list of the best stiletto knife skins in CS2. The typical “field” camouflage is intended to make the knife undetectable in wooded terrain, but don’t let this fact stop you from killing opponents wherever you go. Over time, the paint wears out, but it does nothing to make the weapon any less efficient for eliminating enemies. 

Quantity: ~5.7k

Price: 

$123.37 (WW) — $250.93 (FN)

ST:

$123.44 (WW) — $1,371.62 (FN)

7. Slaughter

If you’re looking for vibrancy, this is one of the best stiletto knives in CS2, visually suggesting the brutality and ruthlessness of the wielder’s actions against enemies. The stylish texture is quite resistant to wear, maintaining a rich and recognizable appearance throughout the knife’s lifespan.

Quantity: ~5.3k

Top players using the skin: JW, steel, friberg

Price: 

$373.06 (FT) — $444.95 (FN)

ST:

$390.65 (MW) — $478.35 (FN)

6. Rust Coat

This is definitely the most brutal piece among the top stiletto knife skins in CS2. It doesn’t just have a dark texture but is also covered with rust spots. Now, this is something that no one wants to see sticking from their guts. Do you remember how we mentioned that a skin can make you look more threatening in-game? This is how it’s done. 

Quantity: ~9.7k

Top players using the skin: f0rest

Price: 

$139.02 (BS) — $159.93 (WW)

ST:

$149.80 (BS) — $196.64 (WW)

5. Marble Fade

Another one of the awesome stiletto knife skins in CS2, Marble Fade’s texture is reminiscent of gemstones sparkling in sunlight. Admiring the knife’s beauty, it’s easy to forget that it is a deadly weapon capable of destroying opponents in seconds.

Quantity: ~9.7k

Top players using the skin: Liazz, juanfiarroo, YEKINDAR

Price: 

$425.84 (FN) — $438.85 (MW) 

ST:

$506.36 (FN) — $411.48 (MW) 

4. Tiger Tooth

One of the coolest stiletto knife skins in CS2, it features a stylish golden texture reminiscent of a tiger’s coloring. The weapon’s appearance just screams that its owner is a predator hunting its prey, intent on tracking and destroying its victims without hesitation, whether in green or concrete jungles.

Quantity: ~9.6k

Top players using the skin: TaZ, nitr0, DANK1NG

Price: 

$345.96 (FN) — $397.23 (MW)

ST:

$366.22 (MW) — $370.33 (FN)

3. Damascus Steel

It is possibly the best looking stiletto knives in CS2, its blade and handle crafted from forged multi layered steel. The pattern that emerges on the metal after etching reflects the number of layers and types of steel that make up the blade. Truly a sight to behold. 

Quantity: ~9.5k

Top players using the skin: NBK-, allu, Aleksib

Price: 

$199.60 (BS) — $268.37 (FN)

ST:

$233.17 (BS) — $277.48 (FN)

2. Vanilla

Second top contender in the good looking CS2 stiletto knives category, it looks like elegance incarnate. The stylish steel sheen combined with the lacquered wooden handle highlights the simplicity of this killing tool. Due to the absence of additional stylistic elements, the knife doesn’t lose its beauty even after thousands of enemies have fallen to it.

Quantity: ~15.2k

Top players using the skin: EliGE, koosta, SicK

Price: 

$309.12 (FN)

ST:

$282.03 (FN)

1. Fade

The best and most amazing stiletto knife skin in CS2, Fade’s coloring resembles flames reaching maximum temperature at the edge. From a stylistic perspective, it is a fascinating combination of unassuming handle and explosion of color on the blade. This contrasting and explosive vibe is the factor that guaranteed Fade a top-ranking position in our list.

Quantity: ~5.5k

Top players using the skin: buster, vexite, oSee

Price: 

$628.61(FN) — $731.32 (MW)

ST:

$611.78 (FN) — $693.94 (MW)

Conclusion

Choose a skin you like and dive into the game for an adrenaline rush. Cut, stab, and kill enemies with your favorite knife featuring a stylish texture. And when you want to take a break, feel free to visit Profilerr, where you’ll find various materials from the world of CS2.