On September 3, 2018, the Nova | Mandrel made its debut in CS2. It was released as a component of the Budapest 2025 Nuke Souvenir Package, coinciding with the update titled "FACEIT 2018 – Ways to Watch".
Origin
Players can obtain the Nova | Mandrel by opening any of the 11 containers that include this skin. These containers consist of the London 2018 Nuke Souvenir Package, Katowice 2019 Nuke Souvenir Package, and Berlin 2019 Nuke Souvenir Package. Additionally, this skin is part of the 2018 Nuke Collection.
Popularity
Currently, the Nova | Mandrel holds a popularity rating of 75%, placing it within the top 25% of items in CS2.
Rarity
As part of a larger group, the Nova | Mandrel is one of 161 other Shotgun skins. It falls under the Consumer Grade rarity category, indicating that this skin is quite common in the game.
Availability
The Nova | Mandrel can be acquired at a price range of $0.00 to $100.00, making it an economical choice.
Versions
Float values for the Nova | Mandrel span from 0.00 to 0.50, allowing it to exist in every possible exterior. For each exterior type, a Souvenir version of the Mandrel is also available.
Finish Style
This particular Nova features a "Hydrographic" finish with the Mandrel style. The process involves lowering disassembled weapon components through a hydrographic film floating on water. This film attaches to the prepped weapon parts, creating a patterned surface. Mostly, the Mandrel is painted in gray tones. The appearance of the Mandrel finish can vary depending on its pattern index. It's worth noting that this skin employs the old legacy model.
Community Sentiment
Exceeding 11 votes, the Nova | Mandrel has achieved an average score of 4.1 out of 5 stars. This skin is owned by professional CS2 players flusha, s1mple, and allu.