Karambits appear in 16 different CS2 weapon cases, spanning from the original CS:GO Weapon Case to newer releases like Gamma 2. These iconic curved knives can drop from any case that includes them in the “Exceedingly Rare Special Items” pool, though not all cases contain every Karambit finish. You’ll find original finishes like Fade and Slaughter in older cases, while newer patterns like Doppler and Gamma Doppler appear exclusively in Chroma and Gamma cases respectively.
Which CS2 cases can drop Karambit knives?
There are 16 weapon cases in CS2 that include Karambits in their rare special items pool. These cases range from the original CS:GO Weapon Case to more recent additions like the Gamma series. Each case contains Karambits alongside other knife types, all competing for the same rare drop slot.
The complete list includes:
- CS:GO Weapon Case (original)
- CS:GO Weapon Case 2
- CS:GO Weapon Case 3
- Operation Bravo Case
- eSports 2013 Case
- eSports 2013 Winter Case
- eSports 2014 Summer Case
- Winter Offensive Weapon Case
- Operation Phoenix Weapon Case
- Operation Vanguard Weapon Case
- Revolver Case
- Chroma Case
- Chroma 2 Case
- Chroma 3 Case
- Gamma Case
- Gamma 2 Case
What are the different types of Karambit finishes in CS2 cases?
Karambit finishes fall into three main categories based on when they were introduced. Original finishes include classics like Fade, Slaughter, and Case Hardened. Chroma family finishes brought us Doppler and Marble Fade patterns. The Gamma series introduced the newest designs including Gamma Doppler, Lore, and Autotronic.
Original/classic finishes appear in older cases (CS:GO Weapon Cases, Operation cases, and eSports cases). These include:
- Fade
- Slaughter
- Case Hardened
- Crimson Web
- Blue Steel
- Night
- Urban Masked
Chroma family finishes (found in Chroma 1, 2, and 3 cases) feature more vibrant designs:
- Doppler (including Ruby, Sapphire, Black Pearl)
- Marble Fade
- Tiger Tooth
- Damascus Steel
- Ultraviolet
Gamma finishes represent the newest generation, available only in Gamma and Gamma 2 cases. These modern designs include Gamma Doppler phases, Lore, Autotronic, Freehand, and Bright Water.
How do Karambit drop rates work in CS2 cases?
The base knife drop rate in CS2 cases is approximately 0.26%, meaning you’ll get a knife roughly once every 385 cases. However, getting a specific Karambit is much rarer because multiple knife types share this drop pool. With typically 5-6 different knife types per case, your actual Karambit chance drops to around 0.04-0.05%.
This means you’re looking at opening roughly 2,000-2,500 cases on average to get a single Karambit. The exact odds depend on how many knife types are in that specific case’s pool.
Understanding these probabilities helps set realistic expectations. If you’re after a specific Karambit, buying it directly from the third-party marketplace like Skinvault is almost always more cost-effective than trying to unbox one. Case opening should be viewed as entertainment rather than a reliable way to get specific skins.
Which cases have specific Karambit skins like Doppler or Fade?
Different Karambit finishes appear in specific case families. Doppler Karambits only drop from Chroma, Chroma 2, and Chroma 3 cases. Fade Karambits come exclusively from older cases like CS:GO Weapon Cases 1-3, Operation cases, and eSports cases. Knowing which cases contain your desired finish saves money and disappointment.
For original finishes (Fade, Slaughter, Case Hardened):
- CS:GO Weapon Case series (1, 2, 3)
- All Operation cases (Bravo, Phoenix, Vanguard)
- All eSports cases (2013, 2013 Winter, 2014 Summer)
- Winter Offensive Case
- Revolver Case
For Chroma finishes (Doppler, Marble Fade, Tiger Tooth):
- Chroma Case
- Chroma 2 Case
- Chroma 3 Case
For Gamma finishes (Gamma Doppler, Lore, Autotronic):
- Gamma Case
- Gamma 2 Case
Each case family has its own unique pool of finishes. You can’t get a Gamma Doppler from a Chroma case, just like you can’t get a regular Doppler from a Gamma case.
