Factory New ST

71.71

Minimal Wear ST

54.60

Field-Tested ST

45.29

Well-Worn ST

52.02

Battle-Scarred ST

82.29

Factory New

23.99

Minimal Wear

18.20

Field-Tested

15.33

Well-Worn

15.44

Battle-Scarred

16.15

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Collections

TypeRifles
WeaponM4A1-S
Finish

Guardian

Rarity

Classified

Exterior

Factory New

Popularity

unpopular

StatTrak™ M4A1-S | Guardian (Factory New)
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StatTrak™ M4A1-S | Guardian (Factory New)

With a smaller magazine than its unmuffled counterpart, the silenced M4A1 provides quieter shots with less recoil and better accuracy. It has been painted cobalt blue and stenciled with the CT logo on the magazine. I don't have to like you, I have to keep you safe - Carmen Cocinero, Extraction Expert
StatTrak™ M4A1-S | Guardian (Factory New)

Community rating: 4.2★

1167 Votes

Community rating: 4.2★

1167 Votes
With a smaller magazine than its unmuffled counterpart, the silenced M4A1 provides quieter shots with less recoil and better accuracy. It has been painted cobalt blue and stenciled with the CT logo on the magazine. I don't have to like you, I have to keep you safe - Carmen Cocinero, Extraction Expert

Factory New ST

71.71

Minimal Wear ST

54.60

Field-Tested ST

45.29

Well-Worn ST

52.02

Battle-Scarred ST

82.29

Factory New

23.99

Minimal Wear

18.20

Field-Tested

15.33

Well-Worn

15.44

Battle-Scarred

16.15

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Description

Chance of dropping

The StatTrak™ M4A1-S | Guardian (Factory New) stands out as one of 6 skins available. With its Classified rarity status, obtaining the Guardian is a challenge, as it boasts a mere 0.26% chance of dropping.

Community Rating

The StatTrak™ M4A1-S | Guardian (Factory New) has garnered significant attention with over 1167 votes on TRUSTPILOT.COM, achieving an impressive average rating of 4.2.

Overview

The StatTrak™ M4A1-S | Guardian is a smart-looking skin which belongs to the Winter Offensive Collection. It was released in December 2013 and features a sleek, minimalist design with blue and gray shades.

Rarity

This skin is classified as 'Classified' and is therefore moderately rare. The simplicity and stylish design make it a popular choice among many players.

History

This skin was introduced with the Winter Update, at the same time as the Winter Offensive Case was added to the game.

Popularity

The Guardian skin for the M4A1-S has seen widespread use among players both casual and professional. Its clean design and monochrome color scheme appeal to a wide range of player preferences.

Compatibility

This skin is available only for the M4A1-S rifle.

Unique Features

The most distinctive feature of the Guardian skin is its simplicity, which contrasts with many of the more intricate and colorful designs found in CS:GO. The use of StatTrak™ technology allows the user to keep track of their kills with the weapon.

Event

This skin was released in the Winter Offensive Weapon Case.

Trivia

The M4A1-S | Guardian is one of the few skins that feature a color scheme that matches the colors of the Counter-Terrorist faction.

Skin Designer

Designed by .

Technical Features

The skin is rendered with a high-quality texture, and displays the number of kills made with the weapon on the body of the rifle, which updates in real-time during gameplay.

Reviews and Ratings

The Guardian is frequently praised for its sleek, professional design and the additional functionality of the StatTrak™ mechanism.

Historical Significance

Introduced in one of the earliest skin collections, the Guardian represents one of CS:GO's first steps in extending the customization options available to players.

Reasons for Popularity

Its popularity stems from its clean and professional design, which contrasts with many of the more flashy skins available in CS:GO.

Influential Events

Since its introduction in the Winter Offensive collection, it has remained a consistent favorite among players.

Creation Story

The creator of the Guardian intended to make a skin that was simple and clean, that would appeal to players who preferred a more understated style.

Symbolism and Design Elements

The blue and white colors of the Guardian are aligned with the colors of the CT faction in CS:GO, with many considering it to be one of the 'default' skins for the faction.

Emotional Connection

Many players feel attached to the Guardian due to its simplicity, and the StatTrak™ function adds an additional dimension of customization.

Impact on Community

The success of the Guardian demonstrated to the developers that there was a market for simpler, more elegant skins, and let to a diversification in the styles of skin available.

Usage in Esports

The Guardian is a common sight in esports tournaments, both for aesthetic reasons and because the M4A1-S is a commonly-used weapon.

Player Stories

Many players express fondness for the Guardian skin, and it has been a common sight in CS:GO matches since its introduction.