Factory New SV

2 143.69

Minimal Wear SV

55.97

Field-Tested SV

55.99

Well-Worn SV

53.54

Battle-Scarred SV

420.03

Factory New

0.19

Minimal Wear

0.05

Field-Tested

0.03

Well-Worn

0.03

Battle-Scarred

0.03

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TypeHeavy
WeaponXM1014
Finish

Blue Steel

Rarity

Industrial Grade

Exterior

Minimal Wear

Popularity

unpopular

Designer

Valve

Update

"Out with the old, in with the new"

Souvenir XM1014 | Blue Steel (Minimal Wear)
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Souvenir XM1014 | Blue Steel (Minimal Wear)

The XM1014 is a powerful fully automatic shotgun that justifies its heftier price tag with the ability to paint a room with lead fast. It has been cold blued. This is the malbec of weapon design - Booth, Arms Dealer
Souvenir XM1014 | Blue Steel (Minimal Wear)

Community rating: 4.08★

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The XM1014 is a powerful fully automatic shotgun that justifies its heftier price tag with the ability to paint a room with lead fast. It has been cold blued. This is the malbec of weapon design - Booth, Arms Dealer

Factory New SV

2 143.69

Minimal Wear SV

55.97

Field-Tested SV

55.99

Well-Worn SV

53.54

Battle-Scarred SV

420.03

Factory New

0.19

Minimal Wear

0.05

Field-Tested

0.03

Well-Worn

0.03

Battle-Scarred

0.03

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Containers

Collections

TypeHeavy
WeaponXM1014
Finish

Blue Steel

Rarity

Industrial Grade

Exterior

Minimal Wear

Popularity

unpopular

Designer

Valve

Update

"Out with the old, in with the new"

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Description

Chance of dropping

The Souvenir XM1014 | Blue Steel (Minimal Wear) stands out as one of 6 skins available. With its Industrial Grade rarity status, obtaining the Blue Steel is a challenge, as it boasts a mere 15.98% chance of dropping.

Community Rating

The Souvenir XM1014 | Blue Steel (Minimal Wear) has garnered significant attention with over 661 votes on TRUSTPILOT.COM, achieving an impressive average rating of 4.08.

Overview

The Souvenir XM1014 | Blue Steel is a distinct industrial-themed skin primarily in metallic blue and black shades. It's part of the Nuke Collection, and was released in 2018. The gun also features stickers from the participating teams and the tournament in which it was dropped.

Rarity

This skin is classified as 'Industrial Grade', which makes it relatively common. However, its souvenir version makes it more unique and sought after by collectors.

History

The Souvenir XM1014 | Blue Steel has been available since 2018. The Souvenir version of this skin is droppable only during the course of the Esports tournament linked with it.

Popularity

While not as popular as other higher-tier skins, the Souvenir XM1014 | Blue Steel holds a special place amongst collectors for its association with Esports tournaments.

Compatibility

This skin is designed specifically for the XM1014 shotgun.

Unique Features

The Blue Steel features a minimalistic design featuring a unique metallic color palette. However, the primary unique feature of this skin is the original stickers from the Esports tournament and teams.

Event

The skin was dropped during a certain Esports tournament, making it a memorable piece for those fond of the specific event.

Trivia

The Blue Steel pattern is one of the most commonly used in CS:GO, being featured on a diverse range of weapons.

Skin Designer

Designed by Valve.

Technical Features

The skin employs a simple yet effective metallic texture, simulating a look of cold, blue steel.

Reviews and Ratings

The Souvenir XM1014 | Blue Steel has moderate ratings within the community. The design draws a polarized response - some appreciate the minimalistic approach, others prefer more extravagant designs.

Historical Significance

As part of the Nuke Collection and with its association with a specific Esports event, this skin holds some historical significance to the game.

Reasons for Popularity

What makes this skin popular are its exclusive stickers, making it a unique keepsake from historic Esports events.

Influential Events

The specific Esports tournaments in which the Souvenir XM1014 | Blue Steel was dropped greatly influenced its popularity. These stickers offer a physical memento of these events.

Creation Story

The Blue Steel pattern was created to bring a clean, elegant design to CS:GO weapons. Its inclusion in the Souvenir drop pool added a new level of excitement for viewers of these tournaments.

Symbolism and Design Elements

The Blue Steel design symbolizes the industrial, utilitarian nature of CS:GO, while the stickers add a personal touch representing a specific point of history in CS:GO Esports.

Emotional Connection

For viewers of the tournaments, the Souvenir XM1014 | Blue Steel can bring back vivid memories of thrilling matches and plays, creating a personal emotional connection with the item.

Impact on Community

The inclusion of Souvenir skins like Blue Steel introduced a new dimension to viewing CS:GO Esports, allowing fans to own a piece of the action.

Usage in Esports

While the XM1014 isn't commonly used in competitive matches, Souvenir skins are often seen during the tournaments they represent.

Player Stories

Countless fans have stories of the excitement of receiving this skin as a drop while watching their favorite teams compete, making it a cherished part of their CS:GO inventory.