Introduced to CS2 on December 3, 2020, the Nova | Rust Coat became part of the "Operation Broken Fang" update.
Origin
This skin cannot be acquired through any container openings. Instead, the Nova | Rust Coat is included in the Havoc Collection.
Popularity
Holding a popularity rate of 89%, the Nova | Rust Coat ranks within the top 11% of favored items in CS2.
Rarity
Among 161 other Shotgun skins, the Nova | Rust Coat is classified as Industrial Grade, rendering it a fairly common skin within the game.
Availability
The Nova | Rust Coat is priced between $5.57 and $41.00, which makes it quite budget-friendly.
Versions
This skin's float value is available from 0.00 to 0.80, allowing for all exterior conditions. There are no available StatTrak or Souvenir editions of the Rust Coat.
Finish Style
The Nova is adorned in a "Patina" style with the Rust Coat finish. A patina results from a chemical reaction that develops a hardened outer layer over metal. Authentic weapon patinas can include case hardening, cold bluing, and acid-induced patinas. In this instance, the skin is predominantly painted in gray tones. The appearance of the Rust Coat finish varies according to its pattern index. The skin utilizes the old legacy model.
Community Sentiment
The Nova | Rust Coat has garnered over 4 votes, resulting in an average score of 3.9 out of 5 stars. Currently, this skin is also in the possession of professional CS2 player f0rest.