What is a good price for a Bayonet Fade in 2026?

A standard 80-85% fade Factory New Bayonet trades between $900 and $1,100. For a 95%+ fade, expect $1,600 to $1,800. Full 100% fade patterns command $2,300 to $2,600. Prices on CSBoard are anchored to Buff163, so you always see the real market rate with no hidden markup.

Is the Bayonet Fade a good investment?

The Bayonet Fade has shown steady 8-12% annual appreciation since 2020, with full fade patterns outperforming at 15-20% per year. Its iconic status and limited supply from the Bravo Case keep demand high. High-fade patterns are more liquid than most Case Hardened knives, typically selling within 3-7 days on P2P marketplaces.

Does StatTrak add value to a Bayonet Fade?

StatTrak typically adds a 20-30% premium on Bayonet Fade knives. A StatTrak Factory New 95% fade trades around $2,000-$2,200 compared to $1,600-$1,800 for the non-StatTrak version. However, StatTrak knives have a smaller buyer pool, so they may take longer to sell.

How does float value affect Bayonet Fade pricing?

Float value impacts price in two ways: wear on the blade spine and overall brightness. Factory New (0.00-0.07) is the standard. Minimal Wear (0.07-0.15) trades at a 10-15% discount but looks nearly identical in CS2's lighting. Field-Tested (0.15-0.38) shows visible scratches and drops 25-35% from Factory New prices. Avoid Well-Worn and Battle-Scarred — they're hard to resell.

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2026 Edition · Fade Percentage Guide

CS2 Bayonet Fade Guide: Patterns, Pricing & Where to Buy in 2026

TL;DR

▸Bayonet Fade prices range from $900 for low fade to $2,500+ for a true 100% full fade pattern
▸Fade percentage is the primary value driver — 95%+ commands a significant premium over 80% patterns
▸CSBoard charges 0% for deposits and direct item-for-item exchanges without money. P2P marketplace sales carry a 2% selling fee. Instant sell is a separate buyout offer; check its quote and the chosen payout method’s fees and timing before confirming.
▸Factory New is the standard; Minimal Wear trades at a 10-15% discount but looks nearly identical in CS2

Did you know

CS2's new lighting engine made Fade finishes much brighter. A 90% fade in CS2 often looks better than a 100% fade did in CS:GO, which has slightly compressed the price gap between high and full fade patterns.

Top 5 Bayonet Fade Patterns by Fade Percentage

Bayonet Fade Price by Float & Fade

Condition	80% Fade	95% Fade	100% Full Fade
Factory New (0.00-0.07)	$900 – $1,100	$1,600 – $1,800	$2,300 – $2,600
Minimal Wear (0.07-0.15)	$800 – $950	$1,400 – $1,600	$2,000 – $2,300
Field-Tested (0.15-0.38)	$650 – $800	$1,100 – $1,300	$1,600 – $1,900

Warning

Many marketplaces label 90% fades as 'Full Fade' to inflate prices. Always inspect the blade spine in-game — a true full fade has purple reaching the top edge with no grey break.

Live Bayonet Fade Listings on CSBoard

Frequently Asked Questions

Inspect the knife in-game or via Steam's inventory preview. Look at the blade's tip: purple indicates high fade. Use a pattern database like CSBlueGem or BroSkins to find the exact fade percentage by pattern index. CSBoard's listings at /en/items/bayonet-fade-factory-new display pattern indexes so you can verify before buying.

Browse Bayonet Fade Listings on CSBoard

CSBoard charges 0% for deposits and direct item-for-item exchanges without money. P2P marketplace sales carry a 2% selling fee. Instant sell is a separate buyout offer; check its quote and the chosen payout method’s fees and timing before confirming.

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