About ★ M9 Bayonet | Fade
The ★ M9 Bayonet | Fade in Factory New is one of the most iconic Fade-knife combinations in CS2 — Fade's pink-purple-yellow chromatic gradient applied to the M9 Bayonet's legendary blade silhouette. From the original Assault Collection era and a top-shelf collector hold, M9 Fade is among the most recognized knife configurations in the game.
Fade percentage hunting
Each FN copy rolls a "fade percentage" between 80 and 100 indicating chromatic coverage. 100% Fade and "Full Fade" copies (90%+) command extreme premiums. The M9 Bayonet's wide blade gives the Fade gradient maximum visual real estate — high-percentage copies stretch the chromatic palette beautifully across the blade, while low-percentage copies show more of the underlying steel.
Why FN matters
Fade's chromatic depth peaks at FN. MW already shows mild dulling on the chrome highlights and the gradient blends. FN is the consensus condition for serious Fade collectors, particularly for percentage-hunters seeking 95%+ copies.
