Introduced to CS2 on November 27, 2013, the XM1014 | Blue Steel was made available as part of the EMS One 2014 Souvenir Package in conjunction with the "Out with the old, in with the new" update.
Origin
Players can acquire the XM1014 | Blue Steel by opening a DreamHack 2013 Souvenir Package or an EMS One 2014 Souvenir Package container. Additionally, this skin forms part of the Lake Collection.
Popularity
The XM1014 | Blue Steel currently enjoys an 89% popularity rating, placing it within the top 11% of CS2's most popular items.
Rarity
Among 161 other Shotgun skins, the XM1014 | Blue Steel is categorized as Industrial Grade, indicating that this skin is relatively commonplace within the game.
Availability
The price for the XM1014 | Blue Steel falls within the range of $0.15 to $1.49, making it quite accessible for players.
Versions
Floating values for the XM1014 | Blue Steel span from 0.00 to 1.00, allowing for availability across all exterior conditions. Each exterior version has a corresponding Souvenir variant for the Blue Steel.
Finish Style
This particular XM1014 is adorned with a "Patina" finish style, featuring the Blue Steel aesthetic. Patina, a result of chemical reactions, creates a non-reactive, hardened outer layer on metal components. Real-world weapon patinas involve techniques such as case hardening, cold bluing, and acid forced patinas. The Blue Steel finish predominantly exhibits gray shades, and its appearance is influenced by the pattern index. The skin utilizes the old legacy model.
Community Sentiment
Having garnered over 5 votes, the XM1014 | Blue Steel holds an average community rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars. It is currently owned by professional CS2 players adren, tarik, and scream.