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Tier 2 Blue Gem Guide · 2026

CS2 Kylar Pattern Tier 2 Case Hardened Guide: Prices, Patterns & Where to Trade

TL;DR
  • ▸Kylar refers to a specific pattern or family of Case Hardened skins prized for heavy blue coverage
  • ▸Tier 2 Kylar patterns show 75-90% blue on the most visible faces, trading for 3-10x less than Tier 1
  • ▸On CSBoard, Tier 2 Case Hardened items can be browsed instantly at the dedicated tier filter URL
  • ▸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.
What is a Kylar Pattern?

Kylar is a community-recognized nickname for a specific Case Hardened pattern index, often characterized by a large continuous blue slab on the knife blade or gun body. The exact pattern index can vary by weapon type, but the term generally signals a top-tier blue gem.

Top 5 Most Liquid Tier 2 Kylar Pattern Weapons

  1. 1

    AK-47 Case Hardened (Kylar-style Pattern #670)

    Heavy blue top and midsection with minimal gold. Very liquid in Minimal Wear.

    $2,500-$5,000
  2. 2

    Karambit Case Hardened (Kylar-style Pattern #202)

    Playside features a deep blue ocean effect with a purple tip.

    $3,200-$7,500
  3. 3

    M9 Bayonet Case Hardened (Kylar-style Pattern #601)

    Massive blue blade with a tiny gold spot near the handle. High demand in Field-Tested.

    $2,800-$6,000
  4. 4

    Five-SeveN Case Hardened (Kylar-style Pattern #278)

    Full blue top slide. The most affordable entry point into Kylar patterns.

    $400-$900
  5. 5

    Butterfly Knife Case Hardened (Kylar-style Pattern #638)

    Alternating deep blue and purple across the blade. Very striking in CS2 lighting.

    $4,500-$9,000

Tier 2 vs Tier 1 Kylar Patterns: What Changes?

FeatureTier 1 KylarTier 2 Kylar
Blue Coverage90-100%75-90%
Price Multiplier (vs market)15-30x3-10x
Liquidity (avg sale time)Weeks to monthsDays to 1 week
Annual Appreciation (est.)20-35%15-25%
CSBoard Tier Filter URL/en/items/...?tier=Tier-1/en/items/...?tier=Tier-2

Why Tier 2 Kylar Patterns Are Smart Buys Right Now

Tier 2 Kylar patterns sit in the sweet spot of collectability and affordability. They offer the prestige of a blue gem without the eye-watering entry cost of a Tier 1. Because CS2's updated lighting engine makes blue pop more than ever, demand for these patterns has surged. On CSBoard, you can filter exactly to Tier 2 via the tier parameter in the item URL, letting you browse every current listing without wasting time on low-tier skins.

Frequently Asked Questions

Kylar is not a single pattern index—it's a community term for a family of Case Hardened patterns where the blue covers the majority of the weapon's visible surface area, often in a solid slab rather than scattered patches. The exact pattern index depends on the specific weapon. These patterns rank in the Tier 1 or Tier 2 band on CSBlueGem.com and are highly sought after by collectors.

Browse Live Tier 2 Kylar Patterns 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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Live prices

Current market prices for the skins in this guide — updated continuously.