Classic Knife | Stained

★ Classic Knife | Stained is a CS2 knife skin with a cloudy silver-gray blade and a dark, crosshatched handle. Its muted finish suits players who prefer patterned metal to bright colors or graphic artwork. It comes in Factory New, Minimal Wear, Field-Tested, Well-Worn and Battle-Scarred, with StatTrak™ versions available but no Souvenir edition.

Description

★ Classic Knife | Stained is a CS2 knife skin that combines a mottled metal blade with a dark, textured grip. Its visual identity comes from cloudy silver-gray patches and blue-gray stain outlines, rather than lettering or graphic artwork. The bright cutting edge gives the blade a clear outline against its darker upper edge. A short serrated section near the guard adds another detail to the knife's silhouette. The subdued palette suits players building a muted loadout or preferring surface texture over colorful decoration. Buyers have standard and StatTrak copies to consider across the available exteriors. Professional players s1mple and TaZ own this skin, giving it a supported connection to professional play. When choosing a copy, compare its float value, exterior and version, then inspect the blade's appearance in listing images.

History and Origin

★ Classic Knife | Stained was released on October 18, 2019, alongside the CS20 Case. It arrived in the "CS20 Case Skins" update, which introduced its original case source. Valve created the skin rather than a community designer. The underlying Classic Knife design has roots in the Counter-Strike series. Valve's weapon description pairs a Stellite cutting edge with titanium along the blade's cheek and spine. On December 17, 2025, Valve retired the rare drop pool, ending new CS20 Case drops. Existing cases can still be bought on the market and opened, keeping the original acquisition route available. Today, buyers can also obtain the knife through Steam Community Market listings or trades with other players.

Finish Style

Stained uses a Patina finish centered on irregular discoloration rather than printed decoration. Its surface treatment creates a forced patina through drops of lemon and mustard. Pale silver-gray covers the blade face, interrupted by cloudy patches bordered with darker blue-gray staining. A bright silver band traces the curved cutting edge beneath the mottled blade face. The darker upper edge includes a short serrated section close to the guard. Light highlights pick out the edges of the otherwise gray metal guard. The dark brown-gray handle has a dense diamond crosshatch pattern, with visible fasteners breaking up its texture. A round opening at the butt provides another distinct detail in the handle's shape. Together, the stained metal and textured grip create a patterned appearance without text or illustrated artwork.

Float Value

The float value range for ★ Classic Knife | Stained is 0.00 to 1.00. Its available exteriors are Factory New, Minimal Wear, Field-Tested, Well-Worn and Battle-Scarred, so none of these exterior categories is excluded. Standard and StatTrak versions are available; version availability is separate from cosmetic condition.

Rarity and Popularity

★ Classic Knife | Stained has the Covert rarity grade. Its stated chance of being obtained from the CS20 Case is 0.02%, making a case opening an uncertain acquisition route. Ownership by s1mple and TaZ provides a professional connection, but does not establish broad demand or future price performance.

Why it’s Popular:

• Cloudy silver-gray blade with contrasting blue-gray stains

• Muted colors suited to understated loadouts

• Textured handle without lettering or graphic artwork

• Standard and StatTrak options across every available exterior

Price Range

The live ★ Classic Knife | Stained price range is $74.38 to $515.00. These bounds cover the whole skin, rather than permanently corresponding to particular exteriors or versions. Exterior, exact float value and StatTrak status help distinguish listings carrying the same finish name. Compare Factory New through Battle-Scarred copies individually, using listing images alongside the exterior label to assess appearance. Before buying, selling or trading, check the current asking price against listings matching the intended exterior and version.

How to Obtain

1. Buy Directly through Eneba Skins

One of the fastest and most straightforward options is to purchase skins directly through Eneba Skins. You can browse available CS2 skins, compare prices, and choose the items that best fit your budget.

2. Open the CS20 Case

Open the CS20 Case for a chance to obtain this knife, with a stated drop chance of 0.02%. The case no longer drops, but existing cases can still be purchased on the market and opened. Opening one does not guarantee the Stained finish.

3. Buy on the Steam Community Market

Buy ★ Classic Knife | Stained through the Steam Community Market by selecting a listed copy. Compare its exterior and StatTrak status, and check any available float information before purchasing. Buying a specific listing avoids the random outcome of opening a CS20 Case.

4. Trade with Other Players

The knife can be obtained by trading with other players. Check that the offered item has the intended Stained finish, exterior and standard or StatTrak version. Compare its float and appearance with the copy being sought before accepting the exchange.

Trading and Investment Considerations

No new CS20 Cases enter through drops, although existing cases can still produce additional copies of this knife. Ownership by s1mple and TaZ is relevant context, but does not establish market-wide demand or resale speed. Future demand remains uncertain, so practical buy, sell and trade comparisons should focus on exterior, float, version and current listings.

Reasons it Holds Value

• Retired case source limits fresh case supply

• Owned by s1mple and TaZ

• Distinctive cloudy patina and textured handle

• Standard and StatTrak versions offer different ownership options

The editorial investment rating is medium, supported by the retired case source and professional ownership. These are useful supply and ownership signals, not proof of sustained price growth. Uncertain future demand is the main risk, while existing cases can still add knives to circulation.