Float GuideUpdated April 20266 min read

Specialist Gloves | Crimson Kimono
Float Value & Price Guide

Why no Factory New exists, how float dramatically affects the crimson design, low-float MW premium, and investment analysis.

Skin Image
Not Available
Released
May 2016
Operation Hydra
Best Condition
Minimal Wear
Min float: ~0.06
MW Price
~$2,000–8,000
Float dependent
Rarity
Extraordinary
Glove tier
Market Prices
DMDMarketCheapest
Ask
$1,369.99-48.3% vs fair
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Live price: $2,650.50 on DMarketUpdated hourly

Specialist Gloves | Crimson Kimono Price by Float ValueApproximate market prices — updated April 2026

Float RangeConditionAvg Pricevs AverageVerdict
0.06 – 0.08Minimal Wear ★$5,000–8,000Ultra-clean — vivid crimson designCollector Tier
0.08 – 0.15Minimal Wear$2,000–5,000Clean look — slight finger wearRecommended
0.15 – 0.38Field-Tested$800–1,500Visible scuffing on knucklesGood Value
0.38 – 0.45Well-Worn$500–900Noticeable fading on red tonesBudget
0.45 – 0.80Battle-Scarred$350–600Heavy wear — muted colorsEntry level

★ No Factory New exists for any gloves — Minimal Wear is the best available condition. Low-float MW (0.06–0.08) commands a massive premium over standard MW. Use our inspect tool to check the exact float of any glove.

What Makes Specialist Gloves Crimson Kimono Float Value Important?

Crimson Kimono: The Iconic Japanese Design

Specialist Gloves | Crimson Kimono features a stunning Japanese-inspired design with deep crimson red tones and traditional patterns. Introduced during Operation Hydra in May 2016, when gloves were first added to CS, Crimson Kimono quickly became one of the most recognizable and sought-after glove skins. The Specialist Gloves model — with its clean, tactical look — provides an excellent canvas for the rich crimson artwork, making it a favorite pairing with red-themed weapon loadouts.

Float Value: The Defining Price Factor for Gloves

For gloves, float value matters significantly more than for typical weapon skins. Because gloves occupy a large portion of the screen and are always visible during gameplay, every bit of wear is noticeable. A low-float MW Crimson Kimono (0.06–0.08) displays the full vibrancy of the crimson design with minimal scuffing, while a high-float MW (0.12–0.15) shows visible wear on the fingers and knuckles. This visual difference translates to a 3–5x price premium for the cleanest copies. Use our inspect tool to verify exact float values.

Understanding Glove Limitations: No FN, No StatTrak

All gloves share two important constraints: they cannot be Factory New (minimum float ~0.06) and they have no StatTrak versions. Pattern index has minimal impact on appearance — the Crimson Kimono design is consistent across all pattern seeds. This simplifies evaluation: float value is the single most important factor. When shopping for Crimson Kimono gloves, focus entirely on getting the lowest float within your budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

All gloves in CS2 have a minimum float of approximately 0.06, which is above the Factory New threshold (0.00–0.07). No Factory New gloves exist for any skin. The best condition is Minimal Wear, and ultra-low MW floats (0.06–0.08) serve as the glove equivalent of "Factory New." Use our inspect tool to check the exact float.
Pattern index has minimal visual effect on Crimson Kimono gloves. Unlike knives where pattern can dramatically change appearance (e.g., Case Hardened blue gems), glove patterns are mostly consistent across all seeds. Float value is the dominant pricing factor for all gloves — focus on getting the lowest float you can afford.
No. No gloves in CS2 have StatTrak versions. This applies to all glove types — Sport Gloves, Specialist Gloves, Hand Wraps, Moto Gloves, and Bloodhound Gloves. Gloves cannot track kills, so float value remains the only variable affecting price within each condition tier.
Crimson Kimono is one of the most stable high-tier glove investments. The Japanese-inspired crimson design is universally popular, and the Specialist Gloves model is one of the cleanest in-game. Low-float MW copies (0.06–0.08) hold value best due to consistently strong demand from both players and collectors.