Survival Knife | Stained

The Survival Knife | Stained is a CS:GO legacy knife skin that carries over into Counter-Strike 2. As a classic knife finish, it’s part of the collection history players associate with older CS weapon design, retaining the recognizable knife silhouette while showcasing a distinct “stained” look. The model is labeled as CS:GO (legacy), reflecting its original appearance before the transition to CS2.

This skin is classified as Covert rarity, placing it among the more exclusive weapon finishes in the game. While exact drop chances are not publicly disclosed by Valve, Covert items are generally considered harder to obtain than lower-tier rarities. The float range is 0 to 1, meaning it can appear across every wear state, from pristine appearances to heavily marked versions.

You can find Survival Knife | Stained in multiple condition tiers: Factory New, Minimal Wear, Field-Tested, Well-Worn, and Battle-Scarred. StatTrak is available (Yes), allowing players to track kills with the knife, which many collectors value for both presentation and long-term usage. Souvenir is not available (No), and there are no confirmed collection inclusions listed for this specific skin.

Visually, the Stained finish is defined by its uneven, grime-like patterning that creates a worn, textured aesthetic rather than a clean, uniform coat. With the specified paint index 43, the skin applies a consistent “stained” treatment across the knife’s surfaces, giving it a distinctive, battle-worn character that tends to look more dramatic as wear increases.

For acquisition, the skin is found through weapon cases/containers, specifically the Fracture Case and Shattered Web Case. There are no collections associated with it, so players typically target it directly via case openings rather than browsing a themed collection lineup.

In the community, stained knife finishes often appeal to players who prefer gritty, grounded visuals over highly polished designs. The Survival Knife’s popularity combined with the Covert rarity makes this skin a strong choice for both practical in-game use and long-term collecting—especially for those who want a blade finish that looks better with wear and tells a story of repeated use.