The XM1014 | Blue Steel was launched in CS2 on November 27, 2013. It was made available as part of the EMS One 2014 Souvenir Package, coinciding with the "Out with the old, in with the new" update.
Origin
Players can acquire the XM1014 | Blue Steel by opening either a DreamHack 2013 Souvenir Package or an EMS One 2014 Souvenir Package container. Additionally, this skin is incorporated into the Lake Collection.
Popularity
Currently, the XM1014 | Blue Steel enjoys a 90% popularity rate, indicating its widespread appeal.
Rarity
As one of 161 other Shotgun skins, the XM1014 | Blue Steel falls into the Industrial Grade rarity category, which renders it relatively commonplace within the game.
Availability
The XM1014 | Blue Steel is priced between $99.38 and $312.51, making it a skin that is quite budget-friendly.
Versions
Float values for the XM1014 | Blue Steel range from 0.00 to 1.00, which allows for its existence in every exterior condition. Each exterior also has a corresponding Souvenir variant for the Blue Steel.
Finish Style
This XM1014 features a "Patina" style finish, showcasing the Blue Steel effect. Patina is the result of a chemical reaction that produces a hardened, non-reactive layer over metal surfaces. Examples of real-life weapon patinas include case hardening, cold bluing, and acid-based patinas. In this case, the skin predominantly displays shades of gray. The appearance of the Blue Steel finish is influenced by its pattern index. It employs the old legacy model.
Community Sentiment
The XM1014 | Blue Steel has garnered over 2 votes, resulting in an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars. This skin is presently owned by professional CS2 players tarik, scream, and skadoodle.