★ Klassiek mes | Stained (Door strijd gehavend)

The ★ Classic Knife | Stained is a utilitarian style knife skin featuring a stained metallic blade in black and silver hues. The handle is kept in matte black color enhancing the rugged look of the knife. It is part of the Shattered Web Case Collection and was released in November, 2019.

As a 'Covert' skin, the ★ Classic Knife | Stained is quite rare with a low drop probability. Its rarity and the unique stained design raise its desirability among players.

First introduced during Operation Shattered Web, the ★ Classic Knife | Stained became a favorite among knife collectors and enthusiasts due to its classic and gritty design.

The ★ Classic Knife | Stained enjoys popularity not only for its rarity but also for its realistic grittiness and the nod to the classic Counter-Strike knife design.

As a knife skin, it replaces the standard Counter-Strike knife model used by a player.

The ★ Classic Knife | Stained is most recognized for its stained blade design, giving it a unique and worn-out character, appealing to many players looking for a more realistic aesthetic.

This knife skin was released as part of the Operation Shattered Web, which brought several new knife skins and plenty of other content and challenges.

The ★ Classic Knife | Stained is a tribute to the classic knife design from the older versions of Counter-Strike, making it a nostalgia item for long-time players.

This skin was crafted in-house by the Valve team.

Technically, the skin design is simple and realistic with stained texture on the blade giving it a rugged and used-up look.

Due to its vintage essence and rare 'Covert' classification, this skin has received positive ratings among the CS:GO community.

The release of this skin marks a return to the Classic Knife design in CS:GO, reviving a staple of the game's history.

The popularity of the ★ Classic Knife | Stained derives from its nostalgic design, rarity, and the unique stained appearance making it a coveted item among CS:GO players.

The knife was one of the featured items in the Operation Shattered Web event, drawing more attention to its distinctive design and rarity. For more information about this event, refer to Operation Shattered Web page.

The creation of the ★ Classic Knife | Stained was motivated by the desire to bring back the design of the classic knife from the early days of Counter-Strike, adding a aged and realistic touch.

The ★ Classic Knife | Stained is symbolic of the grit and realism inherent in Counter-Strike's gameplay. The stained blade evokes a sense of history and frequent use.

For long-time players and knife enthusiasts, possessing a ★ Classic Knife | Stained can elicit feelings of nostalgia and satisfaction of owning a unique 'Covert' skin.

The introduction of this knife skin prompted a warmer reception towards more realistic and nostalgic skin designs in the CS:GO community.

While usage of specific skins in esports varies, the ★ Classic Knife | Stained has seen use in tournaments due to its unique aesthetics.

Being a rare and nostalgic item, players have shared stories of their exhilaration upon unboxing or acquiring a ★ Classic Knife | Stained.