Factory NewST

312.87

Minimal WearST

180.95

Field-TestedST

136.12

Well-WornST

133.01

Battle-ScarredST

142.67

Factory New

206.52

Minimal Wear

121.47

Field-Tested

100.00

Well-Worn

100.63

Battle-Scarred

96.95

Colors

Containers

Price Statistics

LiquidityHigh
71.85%
Current Price100.00
90d Price Range
101.790%111.27
7 Days Low101.79
7 Days High103.44
7d Change-1.59%
30 Days Low101.79
30 Days High109.15
30d Change-6.73%
90 Days Low101.79
90 Days High111.27
90d Change-1.64%
All time low
70.21Oct 25, 2025
All time high
289.58Apr 20, 2023
TypeKnives
Finish

Case Hardened

Rarity

Covert

Exterior

Field-Tested

Model Version

CS:GO

Popularity

unpopular

Update

"Operation Breakout"

★ Paracord Knife | Case Hardened (Field-Tested)
4.3
785
side imageside image
Covert

★ Paracord Knife | Case Hardened (Field-Tested)

This fixed-blade survival knife is designed to withstand being used as both a weapon and a tool, such as for setting tra...
★ Paracord Knife | Case Hardened (Field-Tested)
4.3
785

24h Change

- 0.23
-0.22%

7d Change

- 1.65
-1.59%

30d Change

- 7.34
-6.73%
This fixed-blade survival knife is designed to withstand being used as both a weapon and a tool, such as for setting tra...

Factory NewST

312.87

Minimal WearST

180.95

Field-TestedST

136.12

Well-WornST

133.01

Battle-ScarredST

142.67

Factory New

206.52

Minimal Wear

121.47

Field-Tested

100.00

Well-Worn

100.63

Battle-Scarred

96.95

Active offers

4.8

7.7K Vote(s)

Active offers

146

From100.00

3.8

1.7K Vote(s)

Active offers

145

From101.05

4.2

920 Vote(s)

Active offers

17

From101.78

4.2

100 Vote(s)

Active offers

92

From101.79
Original price691

4

108 Vote(s)

Active offers

92

From102.20

2.7

91 Vote(s)

Active offers

135

From102.92
Original price699

Colors

Price Statistics

LiquidityHigh
71.85%
Current Price100.00
90d Price Range
101.790%111.27
7 Days Low101.79
7 Days High103.44
7d Change-1.59%
30 Days Low101.79
30 Days High109.15
30d Change-6.73%
90 Days Low101.79
90 Days High111.27
90d Change-1.64%
All time low
70.21Oct 25, 2025
All time high
289.58Apr 20, 2023

Containers

TypeKnives
Finish

Case Hardened

Rarity

Covert

Exterior

Field-Tested

Model Version

CS:GO

Popularity

unpopular

Update

"Operation Breakout"

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Question hub

As of May 12, 2026, the lowest market price of ★ Paracord Knife | Case Hardened (Field-Tested) is $96.95 with 373 active listings across tracked marketplaces. Prices update continuously and vary by marketplace and item condition.

★ Paracord Knife | Case Hardened (Field-Tested) is tradable on the Steam Community Market and several third-party CS2 marketplaces. CSMarketCap aggregates current listings and prices from these sources so you can compare offers before buying.

Over the past 7 days, the price of ★ Paracord Knife | Case Hardened (Field-Tested) changed by -1.59%. The all-time high recorded on CSMarketCap is $289.58. See the chart above for the full price history.

Description

Overview

The ★ Paracord Knife | Case Hardened is a distinguished knife skin with a beautiful, intricate pattern characteristic of case-hardened skins. Its primary colours are blue, purple, silver, and gold. This knife is part of the The Fracture Case Collection, released in August 2020.

Rarity

Classified as 'Covert', this knife is extremely rare. Its chance of dropping is incredibly low, making it a highly sought-after item among players.

History

The ★ Paracord Knife | Case Hardened skin was first introduced into Counter-Strike: Global Offensive on August 6, 2020, during the Fracture Case update, an update that presented a collection of 17 community-designed weapon skins and 5 new knife types.

Popularity

Due to its rarity and striking design, this skin is very popular among CS:GO players, being often seen as a status symbol in the community.

Compatibility

The beauty of this skin is that it is equipped as a separate weapon, replacing the default knife for whichever side the player is on.

Unique Features

The knife's unique case-hardening technique creates a distinctive randomized pattern on every single skin, making each drop unique in its own pattern and color distribution.

Event

This skin was unveiled as a rare special item in the The Fracture Case during August 2020 CS:GO update.

Trivia

The design of the Case Hardened skin is inspired by metalwork techniques that date back to ancient times.

Skin Designer

The Case Hardened pattern is an original design by Valve.

Technical Features

The technical prowess of this skin lies in its random pattern generation, lending a unique appearance to every single ★ Paracord Knife | Case Hardened that drops.

Reviews and Ratings

Favoured highly by the community for its unpredictable, intricate designs, this knife skin holds a positive rating among fans.

Historical Significance

The addition of the ★ Paracord Knife | Case Hardened represented a significant event as it was amongst five new knife types, expanding further the impressive repertoire of CS:GO skin collection.

Reasons for Popularity

Its popularity is likely due to its rarity and unpredictability. Each skin is unique, with different patterns and colours, adding to the excitement of receiving it.

Influential Events

The release of this skin was one of the highlights of the Fracture Case update. For more information about the event, please visit the Fracture Case update.

Creation Story

The concept for the Case Hardened skin pattern is inspired by the real-life process of hardening metals by heat treatment, a homage to ancient metalworks.

Symbolism and Design Elements

The Case Harden skin symbolizes the union of beauty and versatility in a way that mirrors the balance between game tactics and striking design.

Emotional Connection

Players feel connected with this skin due to its rarity, and a Case Hardened item often serves as a mark of distinction in the CS:GO community.

Impact on Community

The introduction of this skin range inspired designers to seek uniqueness not just in the skin patterns but also in their colour spectrum.

Usage in Esports

As a skin associated with status and prestige, the ★ Paracord Knife | Case Hardened has a notable presence at esports tournaments.

Player Stories

Many players aim to collect or trade for this prestigious item, making it part of numerous player stories surrounding unboxing and trading.