★ Karambit | Stained (Battle-Scarred)

The ★ Karambit | Stained (Battle-Scarred) features a uniquely curved blade that resembles a tiger's claw, designed as part of the Southeast Asian martial discipline of silat. This knife is typically held with a reverse grip, utilizing the finger ring for stability. Its surface has been treated with a forced patina using lemon and mustard, creating a distinctive and messy appearance that appears even more striking under blacklight.

Skin History

The ★ Karambit | Stained was first introduced to CS2 on August 14, 2013, as part of the Revolver Case during "The Arms Deal" update.

Appearance and Pattern Features

This Karambit is finished in a "Patina" style, characterized by a gray and white color scheme. The appearance of the Stained finish is influenced by its pattern index, which adds unique visual characteristics to each skin.

Float Range

The float value for the ★ Karambit | Stained ranges from 0.00 to 1.00, making it available in all exteriors. For the Battle-Scarred exterior, the float value can vary from 0.45 to 1.00, indicating a more worn appearance.

Price and Availability

The price of the ★ Karambit | Stained has shown average stability over time, with dynamics reflecting fluctuations characteristic of the Covert rarity. Compared to other knife skins, it holds a moderate price point, making it accessible for collectors.

Rarity

The ★ Karambit | Stained is classified as a Covert rarity, indicating it is an ultra-rare drop with an estimated drop chance of just 0.26%. This rarity level signifies that obtaining this skin is a significant achievement for players.

Case and Drop Chance

This skin can be obtained by opening one of the 11 containers that include the skin, such as the CS:GO Weapon Case, CS:GO Weapon Case 2, and CS:GO Weapon Case 3. The estimated drop chance for the ★ Karambit | Stained is 0.26%.

Popularity

With a popularity rating of 40%, the ★ Karambit | Stained is considered an item with average popularity in CS2, based on daily sales volume and price trends.