Talon Knife Fade: Percentage Values & Seed Patterns
The Talon is among the most popular knives released in CS2 since the introduction of the Horizon Case in 2018. One of the most eye-catching finishes for the Talon is the Fade finish which can easily rank it as one of the best knives in the game.
The Fade is an Anodized Airbrushed finish where up to 4 different colors can be added. However, in the actual Fade finish, only 3 colors are utilized, which are Purple, Pink, and Yellow. Each of the 1,000 different variations carries a different ratio of these colors, which also determines the percentage of the blade covered in the Fade pattern. In this article, we elaborate on the complexities of the Fade pattern and how they impact the Talon Knife.
Talon Knife Fade Guide
If you want to accurately assess how various Fade percentages look on the Talon Knife, or the Fade percentage a particular seed pattern carries, you can do so through the most accurate Fade Percentage Calculator available online, powered by CSGOSKINS.GG:
On the top right of the page you can see a field where you can enter any seed pattern with a value from 0-999 that you wish to inspect. Once the seed pattern is entered, the slider on the top of the page adjusts to show the corresponding Fade percentage value. The Talon Knife Fade preview image in the middle also updates to reflect the Fade percentage.
On the bottom are three columns titled Rank, Seed, and Fade. One of the rows contains the seed pattern you entered earlier, its rank compared to other seeds, and the Fade percentage it carries. Other rows in the table mention the seed patterns which closely match the seed you entered, with their own ranks and Fade percentages.
Talon Knife Fade - Unique Characteristics
The Talon Knife Fade is one of the few knives which has the complete blade covered with the Fade colors in all 1,000 variations of the seed pattern. Another unique characteristic is that on most other knives with a Fade finish in CS2, the three main colors of the Fade pattern change from the tip of the knife to its hand-guard, that is, horizontally.
However, on the Talon Knife, the Fade pattern changes vertically, that is, from the top of the blade where serrations are present, to the bottom side of the blade till the edge. On lower Fade percentages, the top two-thirds of the blade are covered in purple, with the bottom third covered in the pink shade of the Fade pattern. At very high Fade percentage levels, especially 97% and above, purple is hardly visible, and the yellow color starts to become apparent at the bottom side of the blade near the handle.
Impact Of Seed Patterns On The Value Of a Talon Knife Fade
Seed patterns are a critical component that should be inspected first thing when looking to purchase a Talon Knife Fade, as this will be the main determinant of the Fade percentage present on the blade, the ratio of colors, and ultimately, the market value of the knife. At higher Fade percentages, such as 98%, 99% (Fake Full Fade) and 100% (Full Fade), it’s almost impossible to tell the difference even when you inspecting the Knife in-game. Our Fade Calculator therefore becomes important, and entering the seed pattern will give you the exact percentage of Fade, and possibly save you from overpaying for a knife that may not be worth it.
Impact Of Float Values On The Talon Knife Fade
Float values have a considerable impact on the overall value of the Talon Knife Fade. For the uninitiated, any weapon with the Fade finish only exists in two Exteriors, which are Factory New (0.00 - 0.07) and Minimal Wear (0.07 - 0.08). Since most float values in that range lie on the Factory New spectrum, there is a much higher chance to unbox a Talon Knife Fade skin in Factory New condition. From a float value of 0.05, the first scratches start to appear which generally become more apparent the higher the float value goes, negatively affecting the price of the Knife.
Obtaining a Talon Knife Fade
There are two different approaches you can take if you want to get your hands on a Talon Knife Fade. The first approach you can take is that of trying out your luck with case openings with the hope that you will eventually unbox one. Although we don’t suggest going down this road due to its unpredictability and high chances of taking a loss. If you still want to try it, the following two cases have the Talon Knife Fade as a rare drop:
The only somewhat encouraging aspect here is that these cases are still available on different marketplaces in considerable numbers, and can be purchased at low prices in comparison to older cases.
The more practical approach is to buy the Talon Knife Fade directly from any of the third-party marketplaces. This will enable you to have a chance at finding a knife with a Fade percentage that appeals to you the most. To view all the listings for the Talon Knife Fade, take a look here:
Concluding Remarks
The Talon Knife Fade is one of the best-looking knives in CS2 and could easily fit in the most-bang-for-your-buck category. To complete the look, you can pair it with the Specialist Gloves Fade or the extremely expensive Sport Gloves Vice. You can’t go wrong with either choice, and any of these pairings makes for one of the best combinations in the game. The Talon Knife Fade is expected to significantly appreciate in price in the future, so get it while you still can.
