Bayonet Case Hardened: The Ultimate Guide to Blue Gem Patterns in CS2
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So, laid your eyes on that Blue Gem Bayonet, huh? Understandable! That’s one worth hunting for. This kind of CS2 blade is extremely rare, so the prices are as high as you might expect. Its bright blue patches and shimmering gold areas make it stand out in any collection. If you’re wondering what makes it so special, keep reading!
In this Hellcase article, we’ve gathered all the information about the Bayonet Blue Gem: patterns, tiers, odds, and so much more. Dive in!
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Bayonet | Case Hardened Patterns Explained
“A little color never hurt anyone.”
Every Case Hardened skin has a pattern seed (index) between 0 and 999, which decides how the colors (yellow, pink, and blue) appear on the blade. A “Blue Gem” is a pattern with a large, vibrant patch of blue. These patterns are extremely rare and often sell for high prices. The more blue you see, the rarer and more valuable it is. While Bayonet itself is not among the most popular CS2 Knife Types, Bayonet Blue Gem is well-loved by the community.
Even the “bluest” variants of Bayonet | Case Hardened have a bit of other colors splashed on the blade, so yeah, they’re not 100% blue. Still, they’re gorgeous! Let’s take a look at them.
Patterns
There are many pattern seeds for the Bayonet | Case Hardened. Over the years, players have ranked the best Bayonet Blue Gem patterns by tiers. If your knife’s seed is on this list, you might be sitting on a valuable item!
Absolute #1
This is the ultimate Bayonet | Case Hardened pattern. It has the most blue on the blade and is sometimes called the “true” #1 Blue Gem Bayonet.
Pattern: 555.
Absolute #2
These are incredibly close in rarity and looks to the #555 seed. They often get called the “second-best Blue Gems.” One of those Bayonet | Case Hardened skins matched with the Case Hardened Hydra Gloves will make one of the best Knife Glove combos!
Patterns: 592, 670.
Tier #1
Tier 1 seeds also have a lot of blue coverage. They’re slightly less blue than the top seeds but still highly prized.
Patterns: 151, 179, 321.
Tier #2
These seeds usually have a noticeable blue area on the blade but still not as large as Tier 1. They still command higher prices than most regular Bayonet | Case Hardened patterns.
Patterns: 695, 955, 321, 661, 228, 969, 828, 168, 209, 387,760.
Tier #3
Tier 3 patterns offer a mix of blue and gold, with smaller areas of blue. These seeds aren’t at the top, but they can still look pretty cool.
Patterns: 868, 905, 844, 750, 103, 325, 922, 137, 996, 617, 512, 363, 13, 823, 733, 532, 678, 894, 82, 791, 202, 797, 790, 887, 493, 4, 112, 537, 710, 872, 430, 281, 715.
Tier #4
Tier 4 patterns still have some blue areas, but they’re often smaller, patchier, or they’re located on the less visible parts of the blade.
Patterns: 429, 526, 169, 259, 888, 479, 632, 189, 879, 689, 602, 770, 28, 624, 227, 360, 759, 352, 481, 577, 681, 690, 850, 434, 324, 456, 278, 869, 349, 235, 628, 207, 355, 226, 557, 2, 310, 880, 878, 497, 450, 847, 704, 462, 961, 443, 950, 126, 523, 935, 575, 849, 978, 641, 74, 627, 775, 426, 968, 648, 344, 381, 795, 685, 768, 927, 807, 874, 862, 172, 403, 290, 782, 442, 139, 599, 81, 65, 428, 525, 147, 698, 895, 236, 956, 243, 468, 892, 94, 724, 396, 948, 108, 985, 277, 520, 200, 288, 180, 467, 187, 296, 622, 447, 306, 397, 149, 14, 286, 604, 463, 492, 708, 101, 178, 645, 124, 322, 261, 237, 702, 92, 241, 389, 679, 225, 48, 788, 333, 721, 215, 713, 814, 970, 93, 923, 588, 519, 669, 265, 410, 453.
Bayonet | Case Hardened Pattern Difference
So, about the difference between Bayonet Blue Gem patterns. The difference between an “Absolute #1” and a Tier 4 skin comes down to how much of the blade is covered by that blue tint. The bigger the blue area, the more people want it. The seeds listed in higher tiers are the ones that give the blade more vibrant, eye-catching patterns.
You can check out any Blue Gem Bayonet in-game. See our CS2 knife commands list guide to learn how!
How to Get a Bayonet | Case Hardened?
If you want to try your luck, you can unbox a Bayonet | Case Hardened from certain weapon cases. However, the chances of getting a Blue Gem Bayonet pattern are extremely low, and some say less than 0.001%! Most players who want a specific Bayonet Blue Gem trade or buy it from the market.
Steam Marketplace
The Steam Community Market is often the first stop for buyers. It’s official, straightforward, and integrated right into Steam. You can view the knife’s wear rating (float value) and compare pattern seeds. Prices can be higher, though, since sellers know when they have a rare Blue Gem. Also, don’t forget about the ridiculously high fees.
Unboxing on Hellcase
Some third-party sites like Hellcase also let you open custom cases that might drop a Bayonet | Case Hardened. It’s a more casual way to try your luck. It can be exciting if you enjoy the thrill of opening cases outside of Steam’s marketplace. No matter how you decide to get it, owning a Bayonet | Case Hardened, especially a Blue Gem pattern, can add serious flair to your CS2 inventory.
How Much Does a Bayonet | Case Hardened Cost?
Well, the price for a Bayonet | Case Hardened can swing wildly. Regular patterns (with less blue) might cost a few hundred dollars, while high-tier Blue Gems can go for thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars. Factors like the amount of blue on the blade and the overall condition (wear) affect how much people are willing to pay. If you have a high-tier pattern, collectors might pay a premium to get their hands on your knife.
Unlocking the Bayonet | Case Hardened: Float and Wear Values
In CS2, every skin has a “float value,” which decides how worn it looks. The lower the float value, the cleaner (or “new”) the skin appears. Bayonet | Case Hardened can come in different wear levels, such as Factory New (FN) or Battle-Scarred (BS). A Factory New Blue Gem can be incredibly rare and expensive, while a well-worn Bayonet with limited blue might be more affordable.
Factory New
A Factory New Bayonet | Case Hardened with the coveted #555 pattern is the holy grail for many collectors. It has the most vibrant blue areas and the fewest scratches. It’s visually striking and highly valuable.
Minimal Wear
Next up, Minimal Wear. It’s still very clean, but you might spot a few faint scratches if you look closely. The blue remains bold, and these knives often come with slightly more affordable price tags than the Factory New ones.
Field-Tested
Field-Tested Bayonets typically show more signs of battle, but the #555 pattern still shines through with plenty of blue. The balance between looks and cost makes Field-Tested versions popular with players who want a valuable pattern without paying too much.
Well-Worn
A Well-Worn Bayonet shows some obvious wear and tear, especially around the edges of the blade. The blue areas can be scuffed, but the #555 pattern is still recognizable. Collectors might pass on heavy scratches, but some players like the battle-worn aesthetic.
Battle-Scarred
Battle-Scarred Bayonet | Case Hardened bears the greatest wear. While the pattern is intact, it’s often covered by deep scratches and fades. Some fans enjoy the rugged look, but if you’re after the sparkling shine of a Blue Gem, you might prefer a version with less wear.
Odds of Getting a Blue Gem Bayonet
Hoping to unbox your own Blue Gem? Get ready for a challenge. Valve doesn’t publish the exact odds, but community estimates put the chance of scoring a top-tier Blue Gem (like #555) at way less than 1%. Some say it’s even below 0.001%! Because the seeds are assigned randomly, you can’t boost your chances. If you really want a certain pattern, it’s often easier to buy or trade for it on the market.
But hey, not everyone’s ready to spend thousands of dollars on a pretty knife. And the thrill of unboxing a Blue Gem Bayonet yourself is a feeling that very few things in life can beat! Because of that, you can always try to unbox one from a CS2 case.
Hellcase has hundreds of exclusive CS2 cases with higher chances of dropping valuable items compared to regular in-game cases. What’s even cooler is that you don’t need to spend either money or value on keys: on Hellcase, you pay just for the case. Here are some of the cases that contain Bayonet | Case Hardened:
Good luck 😉
Future Market Value of Bayonet | Case Hardened
Many collectors see the Bayonet | Case Hardened as a long-term investment. Blue Gem knives are particularly famous for rising in value over time – especially if they’re in Factory New condition or one of the top tiers.
As CS2 continues to grow in popularity, rare and iconic skins often become even more desirable. While nothing is guaranteed, a precious Blue Gem Bayonet can be an excellent showpiece for your collection and might remain in demand for years to come.
To Sum Up
That’s it! Now you know which Bayonet | Case Hardened (Blue Gem) patterns rule the market and why people love them. Keep these tier lists in mind when searching for your dream pattern, and good luck with your Blue Gem Bayonet hunt!
And hey, before you go… Come check out more exciting content in Hellcase Blog: we’ve got many CS2 skins overviews and in-game guides. Stay tuned for more!
FAQ
You can unbox a Bayonet | Case Hardened (and possibly a Blue Gem pattern) from several older CS2 cases, including Operation Bravo Case, Operation Phoenix Weapon Case, Operation Vanguard Weapon Case, eSports 2013 cases, Winter Offensive Case, and more. The odds of getting a Blue Gem pattern are extremely low.
The price varies depending on the pattern seed and the float (wear) of the knife. Some standard patterns (less blue) can be a few hundred dollars, while top-tier Blue Gems have sold for thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars.
A “Blue Gem” pattern is when the blade is covered mainly in a bright blue patch. The more intense and widespread the blue on the blade, the higher its value. Seeds like #555, #592, and #670 are prized for their heavy blue coverage.
Pattern seed #555 is widely known as the #1 Bayonet Blue Gem. It has the most striking concentration of blue on the blade, making it extremely rare and valuable.
It’s a classic skin that’s been around since the early days of CS, and its unique “case-hardened” look stands out from other knife finishes. Plus, the quest to find or trade for rare Blue Gem patterns keeps collectors hunting and drives up demand.
Pattern seed #555 is widely known as the #1 Bayonet Blue Gem. It has the most striking concentration of blue on the blade, making it extremely rare and valuable.
It’s a classic skin that’s been around since the early days of CS, and its unique “case-hardened” look stands out from other knife finishes. Plus, the quest to find or trade for rare Blue Gem patterns keeps collectors hunting and drives up demand.
To see which pattern you have, look up the “pattern seed” in your in-game item details or on a third-party site. Compare your seed number to known lists of Blue Gem tiers. If it’s a top-tier seed (like #555), congratulations – you’ve got a real gem on your hands!
Radosław Davidović is Hellcase’s customer success manager. He enjoys blogging to share his knowledge and experience with customers.
