So you’ve just unboxed an AK-47 Case Hardened and have no idea what to do with it. Worry not—we’ve got your back and will walk you through all the necessary steps to figure out its pattern, check its wear level, and how you can trade it if you have no intention of keeping it.
Case-hardened AK-47s are quite special and are a rarity in the CS market, making them very exclusive and prestigious. On top of being rare, they’re also some of the most beautiful skins you can find on the market. Their beauty, unlike other skins, lies in their simplicity. They’re somewhat identical to the base AK-47 skin, with the difference being the presence of a mesmerizing mosaic of blue, gold, and amber that creates a stunning iridescent effect on the frame.
There are currently roughly 8500 Case Hardened AK-47s in existence, but not all of them are equal. Outside of the obvious differences based on float values, there’s another factor that helps determine the value of your skin; this is the pattern.
AK-47 Case Hardened Blue Gem Patterns
Case-hardened AK-47s are ranked based on their patterns through a tier list. The tiers for Case Hardened AK-47s range from Tier 0 to Tier 3, with Tier 0 being the highest possible tier. Below is a guide to the different tiers with their patterns:
| Group | Pattern Seeds |
| Tier 0 | 661 |
| Tier 1 | 151, 168, 179, 321, 387, 555, 592, 670, 760, 809, 955. |
| Tier 2 | 4, 13, 28, 32, 65, 74, 82, 92, 103, 122, 139, 147, 172, 189, 205, 228, 256, 323, 341, 426, 430, 442, 463, 479, 512, 525, 526, 532, 541, 571, 578, 605, 617, 627, 695, 698, 708, 713, 750, 752, 791, 828, 844, 868, 887, 888, 892, 903, 905, 922, 950, 969, 978, 996. |
| Tier 3 | 34, 81, 112, 278, 310, 363, 381, 413, 428, 429, 450, 519, 557, 586, 610, 647, 685, 689, 690, 733, 754, 770, 819, 823, 856, 862, 872, 878, 935, 1000. |
AK-47 Case Hardened Float Value
The float value of you AK-47 Case Hardened helps in determining its value, with lower values indicating higher quality. The range is from 0 to 1, so items around 0.07 or lower are classified as factory new, while items at 0.45 or higher are classified as battle-scarred. Factory New skins are priced the highest, with a Factory New Tier 1 Case Hardened going for roughly $1500 in the current market.
Trading in your AK-47 Case Hardened
If you want to sell your Case Hardened AK-47, you can do so on the Steam Marketplace. All you need to do is set your price and list it on the marketplace. The issue with this method is that Steam restricts how you use the money earned in the trade to Steam-related purchases, which might not be favorable for most
Third-party marketplaces
Another way to trade in your skin is through third-party marketplaces like SkinBaron, BitSkins, or Buff 163. These marketplaces charge lower fees compared to Steam and allow you to cash out in real money.
Trading Forums or Reddit
The last but least reliable option is through Reddit and trading forums, but this one is very risky as scams are rampant and there are no safety measures in place to guarantee you’ll receive your money. The good thing about this method is that there’s room for negotiation which can help you get a far better price than on any marketplace.
Whether you decide to trade in or keep the skin is entirely up to you, but if you choose the trading route, it’s best to exercise caution to avoid being scammed. Congratulations and Best of Luck!