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"Out with the old, in with the new"
★ Flip Knife | Stained (Minimal Wear)
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Stained
Covert
Minimal Wear
unpopular
Valve
"Out with the old, in with the new"
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Description
Chance of dropping
The ★ Flip Knife | Stained (Minimal Wear) stands out as one of 6 skins available. With its Covert rarity status, obtaining the Stained is a challenge, as it boasts a mere 0.64% chance of dropping.
Community Rating
The ★ Flip Knife | Stained (Minimal Wear) has garnered significant attention with over 568 votes on TRUSTPILOT.COM, achieving an impressive average rating of 4.2.
Overview
The ★ Flip Knife | Stained is characterized by its sleek design and tarnished look. The blade and handle are both covered in a darkened, stained finish lending it a mildly sinister appearance. This knife is a part of the Armory Collection and was released in August 2013.
Rarity
This skin has a 'Covert' grade, making it a very rare item to drop. Due to its rarity, it has a significant appeal to players.
History
The ★ Flip Knife | Stained was introduced in the Arms Deal update in August 2013, marking the beginning of the introduction of a variety of knife skins in CS:GO.
Popularity
Despite its menacing design, the Flip Knife | Stained has gained quite a popularity among the player community. It's often prized for its distinct, weathered appearance.
Compatibility
As a knife skin, it replaces the standard knife given to players for the Counter-Terrorist and Terrorist sides.
Unique Features
The Flip Knife | Stained stands out with its compact, curved design and the old, tarnished look which gives the weapon its name.
Event
This skin was initially introduced during the Arms Deal Update which marked a new era in CS:GO skin history.
Trivia
Despite its rustic and worn appearance, the Flip Knife | Stained has a certain charm, resonating particularly well with players who appreciate a more rugged aesthetic to their knife skins.
Skin Designer
Designed by Valve.
Technical Features
The Flip Knife | Stained adheres to realistic texturing and coloring techniques, offering an authentic 'stained' appearance.
Reviews and Ratings
Among the community, this skin has largely favorable reviews, particularly from players seeking a slightly more aggressive-looking variation of the classic Flip Knife.
Historical Significance
The introduction of the Flip Knife | Stained during the Arms Deal Update is still considered a pivotal moment in CS:GO's skin history.
Reasons for Popularity
Apart from its rarity, the unique stained visuals of this skin along with the swift, flashy animation of the Flip Knife have contributed to its popularity.
Influential Events
The first major introduction of knife skins during The Arms Deal Update has been influential to this skin’s rise in popularity.
Creation Story
The 'stained' finish of the Flip Knife was created with the idea to give it a battle-hardened and resilient character.
Symbolism and Design Elements
The rustic, stained style of this skin is symbolic of the gritty, intense combat scenarios typical to CS:GO matches.
Emotional Connection
Many players have formed a strong attachment to this skin for its visually striking aesthetic and sleek animation.
Impact on Community
The introduction of the Flip Knife | Stained has encouraged community designers to create weapon skins that offer a weathered, combat-ready look.
Usage in Esports
While it may not be the most heavily featured, the Flip Knife | Stained occasionally makes an appearance in eSports events due to its recognizability.
Player Stories
Numerous tales exist of players experiencing the exhilaration of getting a Flip Knife | Stained in their very first weapon case!