On November 27, 2013, the SG 553 | Damascus Steel was added to CS2. This skin was part of the Berlin 2019 Dust II Souvenir Package, launching alongside the update titled "Out with the old, in with the new."
Origin
The SG 553 | Damascus Steel can be acquired by opening any of the 11 containers that feature this skin. These include the ESL One Cologne 2014 Dust II Souvenir Package, DreamHack 2014 Dust II Souvenir Package, and ESL One Katowice 2015 Dust II Souvenir Package. Additionally, it belongs to the Dust 2 Collection.
Popularity
Currently, the SG 553 | Damascus Steel enjoys an 85% popularity rating, placing it within the top 15% of CS2's most favored items.
Rarity
Among 322 other Rifle skins, the SG 553 | Damascus Steel is classified as Mil-Spec Grade. This rarity results in a fairly common drop rate, estimated at 79.92%.
Availability
The SG 553 | Damascus Steel is available at a price range that falls between $0.11 and $0.68, making it an accessible option for players.
Versions
Float values for the SG 553 | Damascus Steel vary from 0.00 to 1.00, allowing the skin to be found in every exterior condition. Each exterior also has a corresponding Souvenir variant of the Damascus Steel.
Finish Style
Painted in a "Patina" style, this SG 553 showcases a Damascus Steel finish. A patina is formed through a chemical process, creating a hardened, non-reactive layer over metal surfaces. Real-world equivalents include case hardening, cold bluing, and acid-induced patinas. The primary hue of this skin consists of a white tint, and it employs the old legacy model.
Community Sentiment
Having garnered over 14 votes, the SG 553 | Damascus Steel holds an average community rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars. This skin is owned by professional CS2 players daps, xizt, and krystal.