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Essential CS2 Knife Commands: Complete Guide for Beginners [2025]
Before entering any knife commands, enable the developer console:
- Open CS2 Game Settings
- Set "Enable Developer Console" to Yes
- Press ~ (tilde key) to open console
Basic Setup Commands:
sv_cheats true mp_drop_knife_enable true
Drop your current weapon and knife using G key, then use this command format to spawn knives:
subclass_change [number]
Available Knife Codes:
- 500: Bayonet
- 503: Classic Knife
- 505: Folding Knife
- 506: Hook Knife
- 507: Karambit
- 508: M9 Bayonet
- 509: Hunting Knife
- 512: Falcion Knife
- 514: Bowie Knife
- 515: Butterfly Knife
- 516: Shadow Daggers
- 517: Paracord Knife
- 518: Survival Knife
- 519: Ursus Knife
- 520: Navaja Knife
- 521: Nomad Knife
- 522: Stiletto
- 523: Claw
- 524: Default Knife
- 525: Skeleton Knife
Additional Useful Commands:
use weapon_knife // Quickly switch to knife give weapon_knife // Get a knife (may not work in all game modes)
Important Notes:
- Exit buying area before spawning knives
- Aim crosshair at ground when using commands
- Some commands may be restricted in certain game modes
- Commands require developer console access
These commands allow you to preview and test different knives directly in-game before making any purchase decisions.
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