Karambit Doppler Phase 3 Guide
Max Blue patterns and fake sapphire classifications

Guide Overview
Master Guide to Karambit Doppler Phase 3 Max Blue & Fake Black Pearl Patterns
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 blue, brown, green and black creating gradient transitions. The handle remains unpainted.
Phase 3 patterns are classified into two main categories: "Max Blue" patterns with predominant blue coloring, and "Fake Black Pearl" patterns which have no blue color on the play side and resemble Black Pearl patterns.
This guide covers both pattern types with detailed tier classifications. Each pattern type has its own tier system from Tier 1 to Tier 4, plus Other BTA patterns.
These patterns feature maximum blue coverage on the play side with vibrant, eye-catching appearance. They are the most valuable Max Blue patterns due to their intense blue coloring.
Pattern Evaluation
These patterns have no blue color on the play side of the blade and perfectly resemble Black Pearl patterns. They are highly sought after for their dark, mysterious appearance.
Float Value of the skin ranges from 0.00 to 0.08, which makes Karambit | Doppler Phase 3 available only in Factory New and Minimal Wear condition. At levels of wear close to the maximum, the knife has several abrasions located in the central part of the blade, on the edges of the ring and on the corner of the blade close to the handle.
Tier 1 Max Blue patterns are generally more valuable than Tier 1 Fake Black Pearl patterns due to their vibrant appearance.
Fake Black Pearl patterns are unique to Phase 3 and offer a distinctive alternative to traditional Doppler patterns.
Both pattern types have their own tier systems - compare within the same category for accurate value assessment.
Value And Inspection Notes
Low float values are crucial for both pattern types as they maintain color vibrancy and minimize wear.
Phase 3 offers the most diverse pattern variations among all Doppler phases with two distinct pattern categories.
Check Your Karambit Doppler Phase 3 Pattern
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Karambit Doppler Phase 3 Pattern Rankings
504 patterns · 10 tiersFake Black Pearl (Best)
Fake Black Pearl (Excellent)
Fake Black Pearl (Good)
Fake Black Pearl (Average)
Fake Black Pearl (Basic)
Fake Black Pearl (Best)
Fake Black Pearl (Excellent)
Fake Black Pearl (Good)
Fake Black Pearl (Average)
Fake Black Pearl (Basic)