The XM1014 | Blue Steel made its debut in CS2 on November 27, 2013. It was launched as part of the EMS One 2014 Souvenir Package, coinciding with the "Out with the old, in with the new" update.
Origin
You can acquire the XM1014 | Blue Steel by opening either a DreamHack 2013 Souvenir Package or an EMS One 2014 Souvenir Package container. This skin is included in the Lake Collection.
Popularity
Currently, the XM1014 | Blue Steel enjoys a popularity rate of 88%, placing it among the top 12% of the most preferred items in CS2.
Rarity
The XM1014 | Blue Steel is classified as one of 161 other Shotgun skins. Its rarity is recognized as Industrial Grade, indicating that Blue Steel is quite common within the game.
Availability
The XM1014 | Blue Steel can be purchased within a price range of — to —, making it an economical choice for players.
Versions
The float value for the XM1014 | Blue Steel spans from 0.00 to 1.00, allowing the skin to be available in every exterior condition. Additionally, there is a Souvenir variant for each exterior of the Blue Steel.
Finish Style
This XM1014 features a "Patina" style with a Blue Steel finish. Patina results from a chemical process that creates a non-reactive, hardened layer over metallic surfaces. Various real-world weapon finishes include case hardening, cold bluing, and acid forced patinas. For this specific skin, the primary colors are shades of gray. The pattern index influences the Blue Steel finish's appearance. The skin utilizes the old legacy model.
Community Sentiment
The XM1014 | Blue Steel has garnered over 1 votes, leading to an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars. Additionally, it is currently held by professional CS2 players adren, tarik, and scream.