Karambit | LoreFactory New
Covert| Class | Special |
| Weapon Type | Knife |
| Weapon | Karambit |
| Skin Name | Lore |
| Grade | Covert |
| Float | 0.00 -- 0.65 |
| Finish Style | Custom Paint Job |
| Finish Catalog | #561 |
| Released | June 15, 2016 |
| Model | Legacy (CS:GO) |
| StatTrak™ | Unavailable |
| Souvenir | Unavailable |
Float Range
This skin drops with float values between 0.00 and 0.65, available in Factory New, Minimal Wear, Field-Tested, Well-Worn, Battle-Scarred conditions.
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Popularity
Ranked in the top 76% of all skins, the Karambit | Lore is considered popular, recording 854 transactions over the past 30 days. This item trades at a steady pace on most platforms.
Grade Details
Among 584 Knife skins in the game, the Karambit | Lore holds a Covert classification -- one of the rarest grades, known for its red color. The estimated unbox rate for this tier is ~0.64%.
Market Value
Priced between $648.23 and $1,193.64, the Karambit | Lore falls into the high-end bracket. Currently readily available across multiple markets across 9,329+ active listings.
Exterior Conditions
Float values span from 0.00 to 0.65, meaning this skin ships in 5 exteriors: Factory New, Minimal Wear, Field-Tested, Well-Worn, Battle-Scarred.
Market Statistics
Available Conditions
Float Range
Karambit | Lore accepts float values from 0.00 to 0.65.
Historical Pricing
Karambit | Lore -- Pricing by Condition
Cross-marketplace price data for each wear tier. All values in USD.
| Condition | Lowest | Source | Average | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Factory New | $1,112.39 | Buff163 Buy | $1,378.80 | 6 |
| Minimal Wear | $827.28 | Buff163 Buy | $927.83 | 5 |
| Field-Tested | $600.00 | CSFloat | $715.03 | 6 |
| Well-Worn | $500.80 | Buff163 Buy | $679.84 | 4 |
| Battle-Scarred | $440.23 | Buff163 Buy | $792.92 | 3 |
About Karambit | Lore
The Karambit | Lore is classified as Covert grade, placing it among the knife category in Counter-Strike 2.
Currently listed in 5 wear tiers: Factory New ($1,193.64) -- near-perfect condition with minimal scratches, float value between 0.00 and 0.07, Minimal Wear ($901.14) -- slight cosmetic wear with minor scratches, float value between 0.07 and 0.15, Field-Tested ($648.23) -- moderate wear with visible scratches and marks, float value between 0.15 and 0.38, Well-Worn ($656.50) -- significant wear with noticeable scratches and fading, float value between 0.38 and 0.45, and Battle-Scarred ($886.37) -- heavy wear with major scratches, chips and fading, float value between 0.45 and 1.00.
Float values for the Karambit | Lore fall between 0.00 and 0.65. Skins with lower float values display fewer visual imperfections. At 0.00, the finish appears pristine; at 0.65, noticeable wear is present. The Float Checker tool can inspect individual values, and the Float Guide explains the system in detail.
To find the best price, use the Skin Compare utility to weigh alternatives, or monitor trends via the Price Tracker. The Market Trends dashboard provides broader investment data. If you're considering trade-ups with this skin, the Trade-Up Calculator can help you evaluate potential outcomes, and our Trading Guide covers marketplace best practices.
The Lore uses a Custom Paint Job finish technique (paint index #561). A highly detailed, custom-created design applied to the weapon, often using stencils and manual techniques. This style allows for creative freedom, featuring anything from realistic textures to abstract patterns, ensuring that each weapon with this finish has a unique and handcrafted feel. This skin currently uses the legacy CS:GO model.
With its curved blade mimicking a tiger's claw, the karambit was developed as part of the southeast Asian martial discipline of silat. The knife is typically used with a reverse grip, with the finger ring on the index finger. It has been custom painted with knotwork.
The Karambit is classified as a knife in CS2. Base damage output is 34. See all Karambit skins for additional options.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How much is Karambit | Lore?
- The Karambit | Lore ranges from $648.23 to $1,193.64 depending on wear condition. Factory New starts at $1,193.64, Minimal Wear starts at $901.14, Field-Tested starts at $648.23, Well-Worn starts at $656.50, Battle-Scarred starts at $886.37.
- What rarity is Karambit | Lore?
- Karambit | Lore is a Covert grade skin. Covert is one of the rarest grades, known for its red color in CS2.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy Karambit | Lore?
- The cheapest listing for Karambit | Lore (Factory New) is currently $1,112.39 on Buff163 Buy. Compare prices across all 6 marketplaces above.
- What float range does Karambit | Lore have?
- Karambit | Lore has a float range of 0.00 to 0.65. This means it can drop in Factory New condition and cannot exceed 0.65 float value.
- Is Karambit | Lore available in StatTrak?
- No, Karambit | Lore is not available in StatTrak. Only skins obtainable from weapon cases can have StatTrak versions.
- Which pro players use Karambit | Lore?
- isak, sh1ro, kyuubii, malbsMd, sirah use the Karambit | Lore in their CS2 loadout.