Factory New ST

29.82

Minimal Wear ST

14.82

Field-Tested ST

11.81

Well-Worn ST

1 142.49

Factory New

5.17

Minimal Wear

3.46

Field-Tested

3.35

Well-Worn

8.92

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TypeHeavy
WeaponSawed-Off
Finish

The Kraken

Rarity

Covert

Exterior

Factory New

Popularity

unpopular

Sawed-Off | The Kraken (Factory New)
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Covert

Sawed-Off | The Kraken (Factory New)

The classic Sawed-Off deals very heavy close-range damage, but with its low accuracy, high spread and slow rate of fire, you'd better kill what you hit. It has been hand painted with an image of an octopus. It has been unleashed
Sawed-Off | The Kraken (Factory New)

Community rating: 4.04★

536 Votes

Community rating: 4.04★

536 Votes
The classic Sawed-Off deals very heavy close-range damage, but with its low accuracy, high spread and slow rate of fire, you'd better kill what you hit. It has been hand painted with an image of an octopus. It has been unleashed

Factory New ST

29.82

Minimal Wear ST

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Field-Tested ST

11.81

Well-Worn ST

1 142.49

Factory New

5.17

Minimal Wear

3.46

Field-Tested

3.35

Well-Worn

8.92

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The Kraken

Rarity

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Exterior

Factory New

Popularity

unpopular

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Description

Chance of dropping

The Sawed-Off | The Kraken (Factory New) stands out as one of 6 skins available. With its Covert rarity status, obtaining the The Kraken is a challenge, as it boasts a mere 0.64% chance of dropping.

Community Rating

The Sawed-Off | The Kraken (Factory New) has garnered significant attention with over 536 votes on TRUSTPILOT.COM, achieving an impressive average rating of 4.04.

Overview

The Sawed-Off | The Kraken is an exciting CS:GO skin that features a mythical sea creature theme. Predominantly covered with deep sea blue and adorned with an eye-catching depiction of the fearsome Kraken, it is a part of the Winter Offensive Collection and was released in December 2013.

Rarity

Sawed-Off | The Kraken lies in the 'Covert' category of skins in CS:GO, making it a rare and distinctive skin. It has a high desirability due to its rarity and unique art.

History

This skin was introduced in December 2013 as part of the Winter Offensive Collection, which added a significant number of skins and was a crucial update for CS:GO.

Popularity

The Kraken is popular for its standout design among a large variety of shotgun skins. It's a common choice for players who enjoy making a statement in battle with this fearsome creature.

Compatibility

The standout design of The Kraken is exclusive to the Sawed-Off shotgun.

Unique Features

The Kraken is characterized by the vivid depiction of the legendary sea monster, giving players the feeling of wielding a truly ferocious weapon.

Event

The Kraken was introduced as part of the Winter Offensive Weapon Case, which brought a large collection of new skins into CS:GO.

Trivia

The Kraken's design draws inspiration from nautical folklore, where the Kraken was a monstrous sea creature said to dwell off the coasts of Norway and Greenland.

Skin Designer

Designed by Valve.

Technical Features

The Kraken features a complex but seamlessly integrated design, utilizing detailed shading and color blending to bring the mythical creature to life.

Reviews and Ratings

This skin has consistently received positive reviews thanks to its detailed art and mythological theme.

Historical Significance

The Sawed-Off | The Kraken holds historical significance as being one of the more detailed and bold designs added to CS:GO in the Winter Offensive update.

Reasons for Popularity

The Kraken has gained popularity due to its visually striking design, rarity, and folklore-themed appeal.

Influential Events

The Winter Offensive was a significant event that greatly influenced the popularity of the Kraken. You can learn more about the event at The Winter Offensive.

Creation Story

This skin was created to deliver a visually enticing monstrous nautical theme to the players, thus giving the players a weapon that is as ferocious as the mythical Kraken.

Symbolism and Design Elements

The Kraken represents the fearsome force of the mythical creature and the raw power of the sea, symbolizing dominance and fearlessness.

Emotional Connection

The Kraken brings a thrill to the players due to its ties to nautical folklore and its standout design, creating a connection through the sense of wielding a legendary creature.

Impact on Community

The Kraken has influenced the community to embrace more mythical and folklore themes in subsequent designs.

Usage in Esports

While the Sawed-Off shotgun is not as frequently used in the professional scene, The Kraken skin can nonetheless make an appearance when players opt for a more aggressive approach.

Player Stories

Players often associate the myth of the Kraken and the inherent fear that comes with such a creature when they equip this skin, making it one of the memorable skins in CS:GO.