On September 21, 2021, the MAC-10 | Case Hardened was added to CS2. This skin was introduced alongside the "Operation Riptide" update and is part of the Budapest 2025 Dust II Souvenir Package.
Origin
Players can acquire the MAC-10 | Case Hardened by opening one of the six containers that include this skin. These containers are the Stockholm 2021 Dust II Souvenir Package, Antwerp 2022 Dust II Souvenir Package, and Rio 2022 Dust II Souvenir Package. Additionally, it belongs to the 2021 Dust 2 Collection.
Popularity
Currently, the MAC-10 | Case Hardened enjoys a 93% popularity rating.
Rarity
Among a total of 298 SMG skins, the MAC-10 | Case Hardened falls under the Restricted rarity tier, indicating that its drop rate is relatively low, estimated at 15.98%.
Availability
The MAC-10 | Case Hardened is reasonably priced, with values ranging from $113.71 to $186.68.
Versions
The float value for the MAC-10 | Case Hardened spans from 0.00 to 1.00, making it available across all exterior conditions. Each exterior version also has a Souvenir variant.
Finish Style
This MAC-10 features a "Patina" paint style with a Case Hardened finish. A patina occurs through a chemical process that creates a durable, non-reactive coating on metallic surfaces. Examples of real-world weapon patinas include case hardening, cold bluing, and acid-forced patinas. The appearance of the Case Hardened finish is influenced by its pattern index, and the skin utilizes the legacy model.
Community Sentiment
The MAC-10 | Case Hardened has garnered over 4 votes resulting in an average score of 4.5 out of 5 stars. Professional CS2 players such as fer, naf, and rain currently possess this skin.