On November 27, 2013, the XM1014 | Blue Steel made its debut in CS2. It was launched alongside the "Out with the old, in with the new" update as part of the EMS One 2014 Souvenir Package.
Origin
Players can acquire the XM1014 | Blue Steel through the opening of either a DreamHack 2013 Souvenir Package or an EMS One 2014 Souvenir Package container. Additionally, the skin belongs to the Lake Collection.
Popularity
The XM1014 | Blue Steel enjoys a 89% popularity rate, placing it within the top 11% of the most sought-after items in CS2.
Rarity
As one of 161 Shotgun skins, the XM1014 | Blue Steel is categorized as Industrial Grade, indicating its common presence within the game.
Availability
The XM1014 | Blue Steel can be obtained within a price range of $0.59 to $1.26, rendering it an affordable skin option.
Versions
Float values for the XM1014 | Blue Steel span from 0.00 to 1.00, allowing it to be available in every exterior condition. Each exterior also has a corresponding Souvenir variant of the Blue Steel.
Finish Style
This XM1014 showcases a "Patina" finish, specifically featuring the Blue Steel style. Patina results from a chemical process that creates a hardened, non-reactive coating on metal. Various real-life weapon patinas include case hardening, cold bluing, and acid forced patinas. This skin is primarily painted in gray tones. The appearance of the Blue Steel finish is influenced by its pattern index. Moreover, the skin utilizes the old legacy model.
Community Sentiment
With over 2 votes, the XM1014 | Blue Steel has achieved an average community rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars. This skin is currently held by professional CS2 players flusha, adren, and tarik.