Shadow Daggers

If you're hunting a ★ melee weapon without spending a fortune, the Shadow Daggers are typically the most budget-friendly entry point in CS2's knife roster. These distinctive dual push-daggers, short, punching blades held in a reverse grip, were introduced in CS:GO's Shadow Case in 2015 and have been a go-to for players who want the prestige of a star-rated knife at the lowest possible cost. The most popular finishes on the Shadow Daggers are Doppler, Fade, Crimson Web, and Case Hardened. Doppler phases drive the most interest: Phase 2 and Black Pearl fetch premiums even on this budget-friendly model, and Sapphire or Ruby variants, while rarer to find, are standout collectors' pieces. Fade showcases a vivid yellow-to-purple gradient across the twin blades; Crimson Web layers a spiderweb pattern that reads well on the short blade shape; and Case Hardened offers the ever-popular blue gem lottery. Being the cheapest ★ tier knife doesn't mean Shadow Daggers are uniform in price. Float matters enormously: a Factory New Doppler Phase 2 can cost several times more than a Battle-Scarred version of the same finish. Unusual patterns in Case Hardened boost values substantially. Because they come as a pair, the visual impact at low wear is arguably greater than on single knives. SIH lists every Shadow Daggers variant across 28+ marketplaces, Steam Community Market, Buff163, CSFloat, Skinport, DMarket, Waxpeer, and more, with prices refreshed hourly. You can filter by float range, compare marketplaces side by side, view 3D renders at any wear level, and track historical price trends. Whether you're grabbing your first ★ knife or comparing a specific Doppler phase, start your search here and pay less.

Chrome store

Steam Inventory Helper (SIH) is a browser extension and web platform that helps CS2 skin traders compare prices across 28+ marketplaces, check float values, calculate inventory worth, and buy skins below market price.