Question 1

What determines an AK-47 Case Hardened tier?

Accepted Answer

Tiers are community-defined based on the percentage and placement of blue on the top, barrel, and magazine. Tier 1 (patterns like #661, #670) has 90%+ blue coverage. Tier 2 covers the next ~150 patterns with 75-90% blue. The definitive ranking is maintained by the CSBlueGem community and mirrored on trading platforms.

Question 2

Where can I find a live AK-47 Case Hardened tier list?

Accepted Answer

CSBoard's inventory at /en/items/ak-47-case-hardened-field-tested?tier=Tier-2 shows all currently listed Tier 2 patterns with real-time prices anchored to Buff163. You can filter by any tier directly from the URL.

Question 3

Is Tier 2 a good investment compared to Tier 1?

Accepted Answer

Tier 2 patterns appreciate at 15-25% annually, similar to Tier 1, but with 3-5x higher trading volume. They sell within days rather than weeks, making them a more liquid asset. The lower entry price ($800-$3,500) also allows for portfolio diversification across multiple patterns.

Question 4

How do I verify a pattern index before buying?

Accepted Answer

Since the CS2 2024 update, the pattern index is displayed directly in Steam's inspect window. On CSBoard, every listing includes the pattern index in the item details, so you can cross-reference it with community tier lists instantly.

Question 5

Does CSBoard charge fees on AK-47 Case Hardened trades?

Accepted Answer

No. CSBoard has zero trading fees and zero commission on all P2P trades. Sellers receive the full sale amount in USDT (TRC20, BEP20, Solana, or TON) instantly upon trade completion.

Tier	Blue Coverage	Price Range (FT)	Liquidity
Tier 1	90-100%	$3,000-$15,000+	Low
Tier 2	75-90%	$800-$3,500	High
Tier 3	50-75%	$200-$800	Very High
Tier 4	<50%	$100-$200	Market

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AK-47 Case Hardened Tier Breakdown

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