StatTrak™ AK-47 | Case Hardened (Field-Tested)

The StatTrak™ AK-47 | Case Hardened (Field-Tested) stands out as one of 6 skins available. With its Classified rarity status, obtaining the Case Hardened is a challenge, as it boasts a mere 0.26% chance of dropping.

The StatTrak™ AK-47 | Case Hardened stands out with its metallic pattern of blues, purples, and silvers, reminiscent of a peacock's tail or oil on water. It belongs to the eSports 2013 Collection and was launched in the August of 2013.

The Case Hardened skin is classified as 'Covert', making it one of the more uncommon AK-47 skins in the game. Made even more valuable with the StatTrak™ counter feature, it's a sought-after commodity among collectors and dedicated players.

The Case Hardened skin made its appearance in August 2013 as part of the eSports 2013 Collection. It can be found in the eSports 2013 Case.

The StatTrak™ AK-47 | Case Hardened enjoys broad respect among players, and is frequently sighted in both professional matches and public servers.

Case Hardened is a weapon skin specifically for the AK-47 assault rifle.

The unique metallic design of Case Hardened sets it apart from many other AK-47 skins, offering a striking display of shimmering colors that look even more stunning under different light conditions in the game.

Released with the Steel Series eSports Challenge update, the skin was one of the pioneering designs in the eSports series.

The StatTrak™ version of the Case Hardened skin includes a kill counter built directly into the weapon model, allowing the owner to keep track of their eliminations with that specific gun.

Designed by Valve.

The skin features an intricate gradient of blue, purple, and silver colors, applied through a complex process that simulates the case hardening of steel.

With high ratings from the community, StatTrak™ AK-47 | Case Hardened is lauded for its sleek design and its inclusion of a kill counter feature.

StatTrak™ AK-47 | Case Hardened is one of the first skins to feature the StatTrak™ counter, setting a new standard in weapon skins.

Its popularity comes from not only its exclusive pattern but also due to the StatTrak™ feature, making it a favorite for players who take pride in their fragging ability.

The skin’s debut with the Steel Series eSports Challenge Tournament, tagged along with the rise of eSports, contributed significantly to its popularity.

Creating this skin involved simulating the case hardening process typical in the manufacture of rifles, ensuring an authentic feel layered over the AK-47's classic design.

Catching the light in unique ways with every movement, the extravagant design of the Case Hardened skin symbolizes a player's style and skill.

Players often develop a strong emotional attachment to the StatTrak™ AK-47 | Case Hardened as it physically carries their in-game achievements.

Its striking design led a wave of visually appealing skins, encouraging the CS:GO community to explore more creative and multi-layered skin designs.

This skin is commonly seen in esports tournaments and is a fan favorite among professional players.

Every Case Hardened skin has a unique pattern, meaning players often trade or hunt for specific 'blue gem' versions, creating countless interesting trade stories.