I watched an M9 Bayonet Blue Steel listing sit unsold for days, even though the price looked decent. The float was okay, not perfect, and I kept wondering if sellers were just testing the market. That made me pause. How do you personally decide if the asking price really matches the float, rarity, and recent sales, or if it’s better to wait?

Watching these discussions, it feels like pricing is always a mix of numbers and patience. Some buyers enjoy tracking every sale, while others rely more on gut feeling and visual appeal. Even without planning to buy, following how prices move across marketplaces can be interesting. It shows how trends form and fade, and why the same skin can feel cheap one week and expensive the next.

Fairness usually shows up when several small details line up at once. I first compare float ranges, because Blue Steel can look worn even in decent conditions. Then I check recent sales to see what people actually paid, not just what sellers ask. I remember hesitating on an m9 bayonet blue steel because one marketplace showed higher prices, while another had similar floats selling cheaper the same week. That gap told me the listing was probably optimistic. Rarity matters, but it doesn’t justify every jump. If recent sales are steady and the float fits the price, I’m comfortable buying. If numbers feel stretched, I step back and let someone else test the waters first.