Flip Knife Fire & Ice Guide: Max Red Patterns & Tier Rankings
Master Guide to Flip Knife Marble Fade Fire & Ice Max Red Pattern Rankings
Understanding Fire & Ice Patterns
Flip Knife | Marble Fade was added to the game on January 08, 2015, alongside the "Full Spectrum" update. The skin is available in all "Chroma" cases.
Pattern Description
The blade of the knife is painted with metallic paints and adorned with a pattern of translucent wavy lines resembling smoke. The color scheme of the skin includes various shades of yellow, blue and red creating gradient transitions. The handle remains unpainted.
The appearance of Flip Knife | Marble Fade highly depends on the pattern index. "Fire & Ice" is considered to be the rarest and the most valuable pattern variation. It is distinguished by the presence of only red and blue colors on the play side of the knife. "Fire & Ice" has several "Max" rates which vary from 4 (minimal amount of red) to 1 (maximum amount of red). Pattern variations with the "1st Max" rate are considered to be the most valuable. The less valuable pattern is "Fake F&I", which has a yellow area on the base of the blade.
Pattern Checker
Enter a pattern number to check its Fire & Ice tier and value:
Fire & Ice Tier Rankings by Max Level
1st Max - Ultimate Fire & Ice
1 pattern - Maximum red coverage
1st Max Pattern Seeds
1st Max Fire & Ice patterns represent the pinnacle of Flip Knife Marble Fade finishes. Pattern #412 features maximum red coverage with perfect red-blue transitions and no yellow contamination.
2nd Max - Excellent Fire & Ice
10 patterns - Excellent red coverage
2nd Max Pattern Seeds
2nd Max Fire & Ice patterns offer excellent red coverage with great visual appeal. These patterns provide outstanding Fire & Ice characteristics while being more accessible than 1st Max.
10th Max - Entry Level Fire & Ice
20 patterns - Lowest red coverage
10th Max Pattern Seeds
10th Max Fire & Ice patterns provide entry-level access to Fire & Ice finishes at competitive prices while still maintaining true Fire & Ice characteristics.
Fake Fire & Ice - Yellow Contamination
42 patterns - Not true Fire & Ice
Fake Fire & Ice Pattern Seeds
Fake Fire & Ice patterns have yellow areas on the base of the blade, disqualifying them from true Fire & Ice status. These patterns are significantly less valuable than true Fire & Ice variants.
Float Value Information
Effect of Float
Float Value of the skin ranges from 0.00 to 0.08, which makes Flip Knife | Marble Fade available only in Factory New and Minimal Wear condition. At levels of wear close to the maximum, the knife has noticeable abrasions located on the corner of the blade close to the handle.
Factory New (0.00 - 0.07)
Pristine condition with minimal wear. Best for collectors.
Minimal Wear (0.07 - 0.08)
Slight wear visible but pattern remains vibrant.
Fire & Ice Comparison Gallery
1st Max Fire & Ice
2nd Max Fire & Ice
3rd Max Fire & Ice
4th Max Fire & Ice
10th Max Fire & Ice
Fake Fire & Ice
Conclusion
The Flip Knife Fire & Ice represents one of the most coveted finishes in CS2. Understanding the tier system and pattern rankings is crucial for making informed trading decisions.
Remember to always verify pattern numbers and float values before making any trades. The Fire & Ice market is highly competitive, and knowledge is your best tool for success.