SSG 08 | Dark WaterField-Tested$2.59SSG 08 | Dark Water
Rarely Traded1,406 listings−12% vs avg
Float pricingFT$2.59
SkinsMonkey$3.36 — site trade price
CS.Money$2.10 — site trade price
TradeIt$4.10 — site trade price
PirateSwap$3.43 — site trade price
Skinflow$2.40 — withdraw ask
SkinSwap$3.65 — site trade price
cs.trade$3.58 — cash askShow 4 more trading sitesShow fewer trading sites
Trend-3.4% over 30 daysTrend: -3.4% over 30 days. Open for the workings.
Today at $2.15 — the lowest it has been all month.
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About the SSG 08 | Dark Water
The SSG 08 | Dark Water is a Mil-Spec-grade skin in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the Dark Water finish on the SSG 08 — see All SSG 08 skins.
Origin
The SSG 08 | Dark Water can be unboxed from the eSports 2014 Summer Case. It belongs to The eSports 2014 Summer Collection.
Rarity
The SSG 08 | Dark Water is a Mil-Spec-grade skin. In a case opening, an item of this grade comes out roughly ~79.92% of the time.
Float and wear
The float value of the SSG 08 | Dark Water runs from 0.10 to 0.26. With a minimum float of 0.10 it never drops in Factory New; the cleanest wear is Minimal Wear. Within a wear, a lower float looks cleaner in game and usually costs more.
Price
The SSG 08 | Dark Water (Field-Tested) has an aggregate market price of about $2.59. It has held steady over the last 7 and 30 days. Across wears it ranges from $2.59 (Field-Tested) to $20.48 (Minimal Wear).
Availability
32 marketplaces are quoting the SSG 08 | Dark Water right now. The comparison table above lists each one with its lowest price, and the cheapest is marked.
Community rating
Readers rate the SSG 08 | Dark Water 3.7 out of 5 from 4,270 votes.
Price Analysis
Current Trend
The SSG 08 | Dark Water (Field-Tested) shows a Slightly bearish trend. -3.4% (30d).
Market Position
Trades in the budget range.
Market Comparison
Compare prices above. 5-20% differences exist due to fees.
Timing Insight
Prices trending down - potential buying opportunity. See charts for history.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the SSG 08 | Dark Water is an excellent budget-friendly choice. Priced affordably, it offers the Dark Water aesthetic without breaking the bank. Budget skins like this are ideal for players building their first inventory or those who prefer spending on multiple skins rather than one expensive item. The lower price point also means less financial risk if you decide to trade or sell later.
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.
Prices for the SSG 08 | Dark Water vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. This skin can be obtained by opening the eSports 2014 Summer Case or purchased directly from third-party marketplaces. The Steam Community Market charges 15% fees, while third-party markets like Skinport, DMarket, and Buff163 offer lower prices with 2-10% fees. Compare real-time prices in the market comparison table above to find the best deal.
Yes, all weapon skins including the SSG 08 | 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.
The SSG 08 | Dark Water has remained relatively stable in price recently, with less than 5% movement over the past 7 and 30 days. Stable pricing suggests balanced supply and demand. This can be a good sign for investors looking for low-volatility items, and for buyers it means you're unlikely to overpay. Check the price chart above for longer-term trends.
The SSG 08 | Dark Water has averaged $4.26 over the past 60 days, against $4.74 over 90 days, $5.58 over 180 days and $3.88 over 360 days. It currently trades at $2.59, 33.2% below its 360-day average. Longer averages smooth out the day-to-day noise of individual listings, so they describe what the SSG 08 | Dark Water is actually worth better than any single asking price does. Compare them against the live figures in the marketplace table above.
The SSG 08 | Dark Water is part of The eSports 2014 Summer Collection. It can be obtained by opening the eSports 2014 Summer Case. All skins from the same collection share a rarity hierarchy, which affects trade-up contract possibilities and overall value.
The in-game description reads: "It has been spray-painted using short pieces of tape as stencils." The Dark Water finish on the SSG 08 is a distinctive design that has made this skin a recognizable part of CS2's visual identity.
Based on our real-time price comparison across 30+ marketplaces, CSFloat currently has the lowest price for the SSG 08 | Dark Water at $2.29. However, prices change frequently as sellers list and buyers purchase. We recommend checking the marketplace comparison table above for the most current prices, and remember to factor in each marketplace's fees when comparing total costs.
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