CS2 Wear Ratings Explained: The Complete Guide to Skin Float Values (2025)

Introduction: Why Wear Rating Matters

Every CSGO skin has a hidden number that determines its condition—the wear rating (float value). This value ranges from 0.00 (Factory New) to 1.00 (Battle-Scarred), and it directly impacts a skin’s appearance, rarity, and market value.

At DaddySkins, we’ve analyzed over 500,000 trades in 2025 and found that players overpay by 15-30% on average when they don’t understand wear ratings. This guide will teach you:

• How wear ratings work (with visual examples).
• How to inspect a skin’s float value before buying.
• The best wear ratings for investment vs. gameplay.
• Common scams and how to avoid them.

For a deeper dive into skin trading, check out our CS2 Skin Trading Bible.

How CSGO Wear Ratings Work

1. The Float Value System Explained

Each skin has a hidden float value that determines its wear:

Float Range	Wear Tier	Appearance
0.00 – 0.07	Factory New (FN)	Pristine, no scratches
0.07 – 0.15	Minimal Wear (MW)	Slight wear, barely visible
0.15 – 0.38	Field-Tested (FT)	Noticeable scratches
0.38 – 0.45	Well-Worn (WW)	Heavy wear, color fading
0.45 – 1.00	Battle-Scarred (BS)	Extremely damaged

Key Insight: Some skins look better in higher wear tiers (e.g., the AWP Asiimov appears cleaner in Field-Tested than in Minimal Wear).

For a full breakdown of skin conditions, see our CS2 Skin Wear Guide.

2. How to Check a Skin’s Wear Rating

Method 1: In-Game Inspection

1. Open your CS2 inventory.
2. Hover over the skin and click “Inspect in Game.”
3. Zoom in to check for scratches (e.g., AK-47 Redline shows wear on the stock).

Method 2: Using Third-Party Tools

• DaddySkins Float Checker (coming soon).
• CSGOFloat.com (enter your skin’s inspect link).

Pro Tip: Always verify wear before trading—scammers sometimes list Battle-Scarred skins as Field-Tested. Learn more in our CS2 Scam Prevention Guide.

Best Wear Ratings for Investment & Gameplay

1. Best for Investment (Resale Value)

• Factory New (0.00 – 0.01): Rarest, highest demand.
• “BTA” (Better Than Average) Field-Tested: Looks MW but cheaper.

Example: A Dragon Lore FN can sell for $10,000+, while an MW might go for $5,000.

2. Best for Budget Players

• Well-Worn (0.38 – 0.40): Often looks similar to FT but costs 30-50% less.
• “Low Float” Battle-Scarred (0.45 – 0.50): Some BS skins (e.g., AWP Worm God) still look decent.

For budget-friendly options, check our Cheapest CS2 Knife Skins.

Common Wear Rating Scams & How to Avoid Them

1. Fake “Low Float” Listings

• Scammers list 0.20 FT skins as 0.15 MW.
• Solution: Always inspect before buying.

2. “Pattern-Based” Scams

• Some skins (e.g., Karambit Case Hardened) rely on patterns, not just float.
• Solution: Use our CS2 Pattern Guide to verify.

3. Trade-Up Contract Traps

• Using high-float skins in trade-ups can yield lower-tier results.
• Solution: Learn how trade-ups work before risking skins.

Advanced Tips for Wear Rating Enthusiasts

1. “Float Locking” in Trade-Ups

• Certain collections (e.g., Dust 2) have fixed float ranges.
• Example: A 0.07 MW skin in a trade-up can guarantee an FN output.

2. “Gem” Hunting

• Some high-float skins (e.g., 0.99 BS Howl) are rare collector’s items.
• Where to Find Them: DaddySkins’ Rare Skin Marketplace.

3. Wear vs. Sticker Value

• A 0.15 FT skin with Katowice 2014 stickers can be worth 10x more.
• Learn how to evaluate sticker prices.

Final Thoughts & Where to Trade Safely

Understanding CSGO wear ratings helps you:
Avoid overpaying for scratched skins.
Spot scams before they happen.
Invest wisely in high-value items.

For the best CS2 skin deals, trade on DaddySkins—where every listing includes verified float values.