M9 Bayonet Skins

The M9 Bayonet is the military-issue version of the standard Bayonet. Slightly larger, different handle design, and that iconic M9 inspect animation. It's been a favorite since customizable knives were introduced, and it maintains strong market position. The M9 generally prices 10-15% higher than standard Bayonets for equivalent finishes, driven by popularity and the distinctive design differences.

• Doppler Phases: Dominate premium territory. Phase 2 (pink) commands highest pricing among regular phases, typically running $800-1,100 in Factory New. Sapphire and Ruby M9s push into multiple thousands, sitting among the more expensive knife finishes. The M9's blade displays Doppler patterns clearly across its length. Phase colors show prominently, making pattern visibility strong.
• Gamma Doppler: Emeralds sit at grail tier. Factory New Emeralds are rare and expensive, often running $2,500+. Standard Gamma phases (1-4) are more accessible but still command respect.
• Fade: M9s follow percentage-based pricing. Full fades (100%) command significant premiums over 80-90% fades. A Factory New full fade M9 can run $1,500-2,000.
• Marble Fade: Patterns work nicely on the M9's blade length. The tricolor mix displays clearly, and Factory New versions typically run $900-1,400.

• Mid-Tier: Tiger Tooth M9s deliver yellow-gold across the military blade for $600-900 in Factory New. It's a clean, professional finish at reasonable pricing for premium knives. Autotronic, Slaughter, and Bright Water all suit the M9's tactical aesthetic. These finishes provide quality without stretching into four figures. Case Hardened M9s with blue gem patterns can command serious premiums. The blade length means blue displays prominently on good pattern indexes, and prices escalate accordingly.
• Budget: Forest DDPAT, Boreal Forest, and Safari Mesh provide M9 ownership under $400 even in Factory New. Basic camo patterns, but you're getting the distinctive M9 design. Stained, Urban Masked, and Scorched occupy true budget tier. Battle-Scarred versions approach $350, which is reasonable for an M9.

The M9's blade shows wear clearly on glossy finishes. Factory New matters significantly on Doppler, Fade, and Tiger Tooth. Darker or textured finishes (Night, Damascus Steel) can work in Field-Tested without massive visual impact. The M9's handle is military-issue design, which means finishes focus on the blade. Pattern placement matters for Fade and Case Hardened.

Popular M9 Bayonet finishes include Doppler Phase 2, Gamma Doppler, Fade, Tiger Tooth, and Marble Fade. The M9 Bayonet is the military-issue blade with serious market presence. It prices slightly higher than standard Bayonets but remains more affordable than Karambits or Butterflies for equivalent finishes. Stash tracks every M9 finish with pattern and fade details that matter for informed purchases.