M9 Bayonet Skins

Why the M9 Bayonet holds its value

Valve released the M9 Bayonet with the original Arms Deal update in August 2013. It was designed as the larger, more aggressive counterpart to the standard Bayonet — a bigger blade, a serrated spine and a heavier draw animation where the knife flicks out with visible momentum. That size and presence on screen is what keeps the M9 trading at a $150–200 premium over the standard Bayonet for the same finish.

The M9 Bayonet sits in a pricing sweet spot between the budget-friendly knives (Navaja, Gut Knife) and the premium tier (Butterfly, Karambit). A Doppler Phase 2 M9 Bayonet costs around $850–1,100 — significantly less than a Butterfly Doppler ($1,810+) or Karambit Doppler ($950+), but with a blade that fills more screen space than either. For many players, that makes it the best knife per dollar in CS2.

All 24 M9 Bayonet finishes ranked by price

Like all CS2 knives, every M9 Bayonet skin is Covert rarity. The 24 finishes split across three case pools: Original (13), Chroma (6) and Gamma (5).

Ultra-premium ($1,500+)

• Doppler ($600–$1,100 standard phases; Sapphire ~$5,500–$13,400; Ruby ~$4,000–$8,000; Black Pearl ~$2,500–$4,000) — The M9 Bayonet's long blade shows off Doppler color shifts better than any other model. Phase 2 (pink) and Phase 4 (blue) are the most desirable standard phases. Sapphire is the crown jewel — a fully blue blade that is one of the most liquid ultra-premium items in CS2.
• Gamma Doppler ($800–$1,200; Emerald ~$2,500–$5,000+) — Four green-tinted phases plus the rare Emerald. Phase 2 (bright green) is most popular. Emerald M9s are highly sought after, with FN copies pushing past $5,000.
• Crimson Web ($450–$5,500+) — Like the Karambit, Crimson Web has a restricted minimum float (0.06), making FN copies extremely scarce. The M9's long blade gives web patterns more surface area to show, which is why centered webs on FN copies can exceed $5,000.

High-end ($600–$1,500)

• Fade ($945–$1,300) — Full fade (100%) shows purple extending across the entire blade and is worth $200–400 more than a low fade (80–85%). One of the cleanest and most recognizable knife skins in CS2.
• Marble Fade ($700–$1,100) — Red tip (fire and ice) patterns are the most valuable. The M9's long blade makes the color distribution very visible, so fire and ice M9s are popular among collectors.
• Slaughter ($550–$900) — Diamond and phoenix center patterns carry a 20–40% premium. The metallic red base looks particularly clean on the M9's wide, flat blade.
• Tiger Tooth ($550–$700) — Bright gold with black stripes. No pattern variation, stable pricing. A safe pick for players who want a premium look without pattern risk.

Mid-range ($350–$600)

Autotronic ($370–$680), Lore ($350–$800), Blue Steel ($340–$650), Ultraviolet ($310–$1,200), Night ($300–$1,700+), Damascus Steel ($310–$380), Black Laminate ($325–$470), Case Hardened ($380–$900+ base, blue gems $2,000–$30,000+), Bright Water ($280–$370), and Freehand ($290–$360). Night FN is a standout rarity — restricted float makes FN copies extremely scarce and they can exceed $1,700.

Budget ($237–$350)

The entry point for an M9 Bayonet. Safari Mesh (~$237 BS) is the cheapest M9 in CS2. Boreal Forest (~$250 BS), Scorched (~$255 BS), Forest DDPAT (~$248 BS), Urban Masked (~$258 BS), Stained (~$300 BS), and Rust Coat (~$285 BS) complete the affordable tier. For under $300, you get one of the most respected knife models in CS2 with its full draw animation.

Which cases drop the M9 Bayonet

The M9 Bayonet drops from 16 cases, the same pool as the Karambit and standard Bayonet:

Finish Pool

Cases

Key Finishes

Original (13 skins)

CS:GO Weapon Case, eSports 2013/2013 Winter/2014 Summer, Operation Bravo, Winter Offensive, Operation Phoenix, Operation Vanguard, Huntsman, Falchion, Shadow, Revolver

Fade, Slaughter, Crimson Web, Case Hardened, Night

Chroma (6 skins)

Chroma Case, Chroma 2 Case, Chroma 3 Case

Doppler (all phases + gems), Marble Fade, Tiger Tooth

Gamma (5 skins)

Gamma Case, Gamma 2 Case

Gamma Doppler (+ Emerald), Lore, Autotronic

All cases share the ~0.26% knife drop rate. Since each case contains multiple knife models, the specific chance of an M9 Bayonet is roughly 1 in 2,500. Chroma cases are the only source for Doppler and Marble Fade finishes; Gamma cases are required for Gamma Doppler and Lore.

How float value and pattern seed affect M9 Bayonet prices

Float value determines exterior condition across the standard five tiers: Factory New (0.00–0.07), Minimal Wear (0.07–0.15), Field-Tested (0.15–0.38), Well-Worn (0.38–0.45) and Battle-Scarred (0.45–1.00). The M9's large, flat blade surface makes wear scratches clearly visible, so float matters more here than on compact knife models.

Pattern seed is critical on three finishes. On Case Hardened, blue gem patterns with high blue coverage on the play side can trade for 5–30x the base price — the best M9 Blue Gems exceed $30,000. On Fade, a 100% full fade (maximum color coverage reaching the blade tip) commands a $200–400 premium. On Marble Fade, red-tip (fire and ice) patterns are worth 1.5–2x standard patterns.

Some finishes have restricted float ranges: Crimson Web and Night both have minimum floats above 0.00, which makes true Factory New copies extremely rare and expensive.

Best M9 Bayonet skins for the money

• Best overall: Tiger Tooth FN (~$550–$700). No pattern variation, consistent pricing, great visibility on the large blade. One of the safest purchases in the CS2 knife market.
• Best for traders: Doppler Phase 2 (~$850–$1,100). High liquidity, tight bid-ask spreads, and the pink color makes it easy to sell quickly.
• Best budget: Safari Mesh BS (~$237) or Boreal Forest BS (~$250). The cheapest way to own an M9 Bayonet. The serrated draw animation alone is worth the price.
• Best flex: Fade FN 100% (~$1,300) or Doppler Sapphire (~$5,500+). Full fade is the accessible prestige pick; Sapphire is the ultimate M9 Bayonet.
• Best for themed loadouts: Autotronic (red), Blue Steel (blue/teal), Lore (green/gold), Black Laminate (black), Bright Water (light blue). The M9's long blade shows off color themes better than compact models. Browse our skins by color page to match weapon skins.

Best M9 Bayonet and glove combinations

• M9 Doppler Sapphire + Sport Gloves Pandora's Box (~$7,500+). The full blue loadout. Both are deep blue and complement each other perfectly.
• M9 Fade + Specialist Gloves Fade (~$1,070+). Matching gradient on both items. Classic pairing.
• M9 Tiger Tooth + Moto Gloves Spearmint (~$920+). Gold and mint green. High contrast, instantly recognizable.
• M9 Lore + Hand Wraps Spruce DDPAT (~$460+). Green-gold blade with green camo wraps. A cohesive nature theme at a reasonable price.
• M9 Crimson Web + Driver Gloves Crimson Weave (~$630+). Red web theme on both items. A timeless combo.

M9 Bayonet vs Bayonet: what is the difference?

Both share the same bayonet silhouette and were released in the same 2013 update. The M9 has a larger blade, a serrated spine and a heavier draw animation. The standard Bayonet has a sleeker, more compact design with a quicker draw. In terms of pricing, the M9 consistently trades $150–200 higher for the same finish: an M9 Tiger Tooth FN costs ~$550–700 vs. ~$287–367 for a Bayonet Tiger Tooth FN.

The M9 drops from the same 16 cases as the Bayonet, so supply is comparable. The price difference comes purely from player preference for the larger, more aggressive model. If budget matters and you want the bayonet aesthetic, the standard Bayonet is strong value.