On November 11, 2014, the Glock-18 | Grinder made its debut in CS2, released through the Operation Vanguard Weapon Case alongside the "Operation Vanguard" update. The skin was designed by the community artist known as "Algis."
Origin
Players can acquire the Glock-18 | Grinder by opening an Operation Vanguard Weapon Case. This skin is also included in the Vanguard Collection.
Popularity
The Glock-18 | Grinder enjoys a high popularity rating of 92%, indicating its current strong appeal among users.
Rarity
Among 437 different Pistol skins, the Glock-18 | Grinder is classified with a Restricted rarity, making it a comparatively rare find with an approximate drop rate of 15.98%.
Availability
Priced between $2.49 and $5.09, the Glock-18 | Grinder presents itself as a quite affordable option.
Versions
The float value for the Glock-18 | Grinder varies from 0.02 to 0.25, allowing for availability in Factory New, Minimal Wear, and Field-Tested conditions. Each of these exteriors also has a corresponding StatTrak version.
Finish Style
This particular Glock-18 features a finish in the "Patina" style, displaying the Grinder design. A patina results from a chemical process that creates a hardened, non-reactive layer on metallic surfaces. Common real-world examples of weapon patinas involve case hardening, cold bluing, and acid-forced patinas. Predominantly, this skin showcases shades of gray. The appearance of the Grinder finish is influenced by its pattern index, and this skin utilizes the older legacy model.
Community Sentiment
The Glock-18 | Grinder has garnered over 12 votes, achieving an average score of 4.6 out of 5 stars. Professional CS2 players such as coldzera, flusha, and chrisj currently own this skin.