The Glock-18 | Grinder made its debut in CS2 on November 11, 2014, as part of the Operation Vanguard Weapon Case, coinciding with the "Operation Vanguard" update. Community designer "Algis" is credited with its creation.
Origin
Players can acquire the Glock-18 | Grinder by opening an Operation Vanguard Weapon Case container. This skin is also a member of the Vanguard Collection.
Popularity
Currently, the Glock-18 | Grinder enjoys a popularity rating of 92%, indicating a high level of interest among players.
Rarity
Belonging to a group of 437 Pistol skins, the Glock-18 | Grinder is categorized as Restricted, signifying its status as a relatively rare drop, with an approximate drop chance of 15.98%.
Availability
The Glock-18 | Grinder falls within an accessible price range of $11.12 to $23.45, making it an affordable choice for players.
Versions
The float value for the Glock-18 | Grinder varies from 0.02 to 0.25, allowing it to be found in Factory New, Minimal Wear, and Field-Tested conditions. Additionally, StatTrak versions are available for the Grinder in each exterior category.
Finish Style
This particular Glock-18 is finished in a "Patina" style, characterized by the Grinder finish. A patina results from a chemical process that forms a hardened, non-reactive layer over metallic surfaces. Various real-life weapon patinas can include case hardening, cold bluing, and acid-forced patinas. The predominant colors of this skin lean toward shades of gray. Its Grinder finish appearance is influenced by its pattern index, and it utilizes the older legacy model.
Community Sentiment
Over 5 votes have been cast for the Glock-18 | Grinder, resulting in an average score of 4.2 out of 5 stars. Professional CS2 players coldzera, flusha, and chrisj currently own this skin.