The Best Classic Knife Skins In CS (Top 10)

The Fade family has always been one of the most sought after skins for knives, and it gets the job done with the Classic Knife just as well. The Classic Knife | Fade has been painted by airbrushing transparent paints that fade together over a vibrant chrome base coat.

This knife is the perfect choice for players who desire a bright and eye-catching design. If possible, look for one with a high Fade percentage for maximum satisfaction.

• Price Range: $784.09 – $918.89
• Flavor Text: This isn’t just a weapon, it’s a conversation piece – Imogen, Arms Dealer In Training

Found In: The CS20 Case

Another premium knife skin is the Crimson Web. It has been painted with spider-web patterns over a crimson red base coat. The best part about this knife skin is its matte black handle, making it a great choice for players who love the red and black color combination.

You can also look for a Classic Knife | Crimson Web with rare spider web patterns so you can flex on your teammates. This knife isn’t as pricey as the Fade, as it is only half the cost.

• Price Range: $329.98 – $407.82
• Flavor Text: Be careful where you walk, you never know where the web is spread
• Found In: The CS20 Case

Normally, Vanilla skins aren’t too special to be placed within the top three on a list, but we must make an exception for the Classic Knife. Since the Classic Knife is attributed to the early generations of Counter-Strike, it is only fitting that the Vanilla version is one of the best.

Getting the Classic Knife in Vanilla will give any veteran player nostalgia from playing the game when they were young. However, this version of the knife might not appeal to younger audiences who played Counter-Strike late.

• Price Range: $400.81 – $422.76
• Flavor Text: – 
• Found In: The CS20 Case

If you’re into animal-themed skins, the Slaughter is probably your go-to choice. The Classic Knife | Slaughter has been painted with zebra-stripe patterns using aluminum and chrome paints. The background of the knife features tomato red candy coated colors that give the skin a little pop.

Overall, the Classic Knife looks like a knife you’d head into the jungle with, and the Slaughter skin complements that idea extremely well. This knife isn’t too expensive either, making it a viable mid-ranged option.

• Price Range: $421.47 – $473.99
• Flavor Text: Valeria doesn’t pay Javier to ask questions… she pays him to pry out answers
• Found In: The CS20 Case

It wouldn’t be a good list without the Case Hardened, which is why it will take the fifth spot. The Classic Knife | Case Hardened has been case-hardened through wood charcoal at high temperatures, giving it golden, blue, and purple colors.

The patterns of your Classic Knife will come into play, as everyone is looking for a pattern that features a lot of ocean blue colors. Ideally, you want to grab a Blue Gem version of the Classic Knife | Case Hardened, but any pattern should still do the trick.

• Price Range: $232.30 – $558.63
• Flavor Text: A little color never hurt anyone
• Found In: The CS20 Case

Unfortunately, the Classic Knife has a limited pool of skins, so we’re going to have to start reaching out. The next skin on the list is the Classic Knife | Blue Steel, which has been cold blue to provide a simple look.

Overall, the Blue Steel is a great budget choice for players not looking to splurge their money. Getting one in Battle-Scarred condition won’t leave any scratches like other skins, but it will make the knife look a little darker than usual.

• Price Range: $257.69 – $456.64
• Flavor Text: This is the malbec of weapon design – Booth, Arms Dealer
• Found In: The CS20 Case

Another great skin for players who like plain and easy stuff is the Classic Knife | Night Stripe. The concept of the skin is pretty straightforward, as it has been spray-painted with a tape mask pattern in a night-themed color scheme.

The knife features one solid color, making it an attractive choice for players who love minimalistic designs. However, we’d argue that this skin only looks good in Factory New or Minimal Wear condition. Having too many scratches on it is a big no-no.

• Price Range: $195.53 – $575.09
• Flavor Text: Spray… Pray… Paint… Stab.
• Found In: The CS20 Case

The Classic Knife | Stained will take the eighth position on the list. It has been given a forced patina which comes from an interesting mix of ingredients. Lemon and mustard was dripped onto the surface, which is how the knife got its stained look.

This is one of the more affordable Classic Knife options on the list, as you can grab it in any wear condition without too many second thoughts. $200 for a Minimal Wear condition should already be good enough for a play skin.

• Price Range: $187.26 – $369.21
• Flavor Text: If you think it’s messy now, wait until you see it under a blacklight
• Found In: The CS20 Case

Classic Knife | Scorched 

If you’re looking to go against the norm and be different, consider getting yourself a Classic Knife | Scorched. The Scorched knife has been spray-painted in a sun-dappled pattern to give it a dark and contrasting look.

Overall, it is one of the cheapest Classic Knife skins in the game, but it doesn’t look too terrible and might grow on you if you keep using it for a while. A Factory New version of this skin costs less than $200, making it a great low-budget option.

• Price Range: $167.74 – $174.27
• Flavor Text: The Phoenix is not a symbol of destruction… it’s a symbol of rebirth – Valeria Jenner, Revolutionary
• Found In: The CS20 Case

Last but not least, we have the Classic Knife | Boreal Forest, which is a hit-or-miss for most players. This knife skin has been painted using a forest camouflage hydrographic that allows it to blend in with forest settings.

If you’re a person who quite literally loves to “touch the grass,” you can express yourself with the Classic Knife | Boreal Forest and brag to your teammates about how well you know the beauty of nature.

• Price Range: $156.56 – $178.64
• Flavor Text: The woods can be a dangerous place… never travel alone
• Found In: The CS20 Case