More proof in links:

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http://www.tf2outpost.com/trade/7833682

http://www.tf2outpost.com/trade/7056328 (old but people still offering)

http://www.tf2outpost.com/trade/7839800

http://www.tf2outpost.com/trade/7837484

http://www.tf2outpost.com/trade/7862427 (set only but someone still offered 1.66 for beanie)

http://www.tf2outpost.com/trade/6885660 (old but people still offering)

http://www.tf2outpost.com/trade/7853782

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Even some desperate people are wanting to buy for 2 ref!

You don't need to look hard to see people frantically buying around this price range