Karambit | Stained (Well-Worn)
With its curved blade mimicking a tiger's claw, the karambit was developed as part of the southeast Asian martial discipline of silat. The knife is typically used with a reverse grip, with the finger ring on the index finger. It has been given a forced patina using lemon and mustard dripped onto the surface.
If you think it's messy now, wait until you see it under a blacklight
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The Karambit | Stained is a distinctive CS2 weapon skin built on the CS:GO legacy model. As with many Karambit finishes, it carries over the classic design language that long-time Counter-Strike players associate with early CS:GO knife-era aesthetics, making it a popular choice for collectors who prefer skins rooted in the platform’s history.
This skin is classified as Covert rarity, placing it among the more exclusive items in the game’s economy. While exact drop probabilities are not publicly specified by Valve, Covert knives are generally considered far less common than lower-tier skins. Your float can vary across the full range (0.00 to 1.00), meaning the appearance may change noticeably from factory-new condition to battle-worn wear.
Owners can choose from the standard CS2 wear states: Factory New, Minimal Wear, Field-Tested, Well-Worn, and Battle-Scarred. The skin also supports StatTrak™, allowing the knife to display kill counters in-game. Souvenir availability is not offered for this item, and there are no verified “collection” entries tied to it in the provided data.
Visually, the Stained finish is defined by its gritty, mottled patterning that resembles discoloration and irregular blotches across the blade and handle areas. With paint index 43 and the CS:GO (legacy) model, the overall look tends to feel organic and rugged rather than clean or highly symmetrical, which many players find especially fitting for the Karambit’s curved silhouette.
To obtain the Karambit | Stained, check the cases and containers where it may appear. It’s listed as being found in multiple CS:GO-era and Operation cases, including: CS:GO Weapon Case, Operation Phoenix Weapon Case, Revolver Case, Operation Bravo Case, eSports 2014 Summer Case, Operation Vanguard Weapon Case, eSports 2013 Winter Case, eSports 2013 Case, Winter Offensive Weapon Case, CS:GO Weapon Case 2, and CS:GO Weapon Case 3.
In the community, Karambit skins are widely regarded as iconic due to their instantly recognizable form and inspect animation presence. The Stained finish, in particular, is often appreciated for its aggressive, textured visual theme—making it a strong match for players who prefer characterful, battle-ready knife aesthetics over minimal or pristine styles.
