Price Analysis: USP-S | Dark Water
Current Trend
The USP-S | Dark Water shows a Slightly bearish trend. -1.9% (30d).
Market Position
Trades in the budget range ($115.68-$157.25).
Market Comparison
Compare prices above. 5-20% differences exist due to fees.
Timing Insight
Prices trending down - potential buying opportunity. See charts for history.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between Factory New and Minimal Wear for the USP-S | Dark Water?
Factory New (FN) skins have float values between 0.00-0.07, showing minimal to no visible wear. Minimal Wear (MW) floats range from 0.07-0.15, with slight scratches or fading visible on close inspection. For the USP-S | Dark Water, the price difference between FN and MW can range from 10% to over 100% depending on how visible the wear is on this particular finish. Some finishes hide wear better than others, making MW versions excellent value alternatives.
Is the USP-S | Dark Water worth the price?
The USP-S | Dark Water sits in the mid-to-high price bracket, offering strong value for several reasons: It features a distinctive Dark Water design that stands out in-game, maintains good liquidity for trading, and has historically held its value well. For players who main the USP-S, this skin offers an excellent balance of visual appeal and investment stability compared to budget alternatives.
What is the float value range for the USP-S | Dark Water?
Float values in CS2 determine a skin's wear level on a scale from 0.00 (perfect) to 1.00 (maximum wear). This skin cannot be obtained in Factory New condition due to its minimum float of 0.10. The best possible condition is Minimal Wear. Lower float values within any condition category (e.g., 0.01 vs 0.06 in Factory New) result in cleaner appearances and typically command higher prices. For high-value trades, always verify the exact float value using inspection tools.
Where is the cheapest place to buy the USP-S | Dark Water?
Prices vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. The Steam Community Market is convenient but charges 15% fees. Third-party markets like Skinport, DMarket, and Buff163 often offer lower prices with fees ranging from 5-10%. For the USP-S | Dark Water, we recommend comparing prices on this page's market comparison table above, which shows real-time listings from multiple verified marketplaces. Trading sites may offer even better deals if you have items to exchange.
What is StatTrak on the USP-S | Dark Water?
StatTrak is a special variant that includes a digital kill counter displayed on the weapon, tracking your confirmed kills in official matches. StatTrak versions of the USP-S | Dark Water are rarer than standard versions (approximately 10% of case drops are StatTrak) and typically cost 1.5x to 3x more. The kill counter adds personalization value as it records your gameplay history with this specific weapon. Note that StatTrak counts reset if you trade the skin.
Can I use the USP-S | Dark Water in competitive CS2?
Yes, all weapon skins including the USP-S | Dark Water are purely cosmetic and can be used in all CS2 game modes including competitive matchmaking, Premier, and professional tournaments. Skins provide no gameplay advantages or disadvantages - they only change the weapon's visual appearance. Many professional players use skins during official matches, and you'll often see high-value items like this featured in tournament broadcasts.
About This Skin
A fan favorite from Counter-Strike Source, the Silenced USP Pistol has a detachable silencer that gives shots less recoil while suppressing attention-getting noise.
History
The USP-S | Dark Water was first released in CS2 on September 20th, 2013, marking its debut 12 years ago. This particular model was introduced as a part of the CS:GO Weapon Case.
Origin
The USP-S | Dark Water can be obtained by opening a CS:GO Weapon Case. The skin is part of The Arms Deal Collection.
Rarity
The USP-S | Dark Water is one of 410 other Pistol skins. The rarity of the skin is Restricted, which makes the Dark Water a frequent drop with an estimated drop chance of 15.98%.
Availability
The USP-S | Dark Water skin falls into a high price bracket, ranging from $115.68 to $157.25, making it an expensive skin. Thankfully, it is readily accessible and can be acquired from various markets.
Versions
The float value of the USP-S | Dark Water ranges from 0.1 to 0.26, which makes the skin available in Minimal Wear and Field-Tested. For each exterior, there also exists a StatTrak version for the Dark Water.
Finish Styles
This USP-S has been painted in a "Anodized Multicolored" style, with the Dark Water finish.