★ StatTrak™ M9 Bayonet | Rust Coat (Battle-Scarred)

The ★ StatTrak™ M9 Bayonet | Rust Coat is a distinctive and rugged skin primarily featuring a heavily rusted and weathered look. This skin is part of the popular Huntsman Knife collection and was first introduced to the game in January 2015.

Being a 'Covert' knife skin with the added feature of StatTrak™ makes it a rather rare and sought after skin. The worn look and rare drop rate makes it an interesting addition to any player's collection.

This knife skin was introduced in the Huntsman Weapon Case and has been a fan favorite ever since, particularly among players who enjoy the post-apocalyptic aesthetic.

The Rust Coat is well-liked for its unique weathered look among both casual players and professionals, giving the weapon a battle-hardened appearance.

This skin is applied exclusively to the M9 Bayonet.

The Rust Coat skin is notable for its unique weathered appearance - a full body rusty look that suggests use and battle-hardened history.

This skin made its debut during the Huntsman Weapon Case update, which brought in a variety of new skins.

Contrary to its worn out and heavily used appearance, Rust Coat doesn't have any variations in wear levels - it always features the same weathered look.

Unlike most other skins, the Rust Coat's designer is not specified since it is an official Valve texture.

The Rust Coat texture is detailed to provide a realistic and immersive rusted and weathered effect, further reinforced by advanced shading and texturing techniques.

The Rust Coat generally garners positive reviews within the community, being praised for its unique aesthetic that sets it apart from the more traditional and shiny knife skins.

The Rust Coat texture was one of the first to introduce a unique, worn-out and weathered aesthetic to the game's lineup of skins.

Its popularity is largely due to its unique aesthetic that offers a departure from the cleaner, polished finishes commonly found in other knife skins. The addition of StatTrak™ technology also contributes to its popularity.

The Rust Coat skin was introduced during the Huntsman Weapon Case update, which also brought in other popular skins.

Crafting the Rust Coat required giving the M9 Bayonet a weathered look while maintaining its recognizable profile, resulting in a skin that conveys a sense of survival and grit.

Symbolizing battle-hardened resilience, the Rust Coat design incorporates a heavily rusted look that aligns with the real-world effects of extended use and exposure to harsh environmental conditions.

The weathered appearance inspires a sense of survival, endurance, and battle-hardened prowess that resonates with players.

The Rust Coat has influenced the community by expanding the scope of skin design to include worn and weathered skins. It has furthered the discussion on the concept of 'beauty in decay'.

The Rust Coat isn't frequently seen in major esports tournaments but sees common usage among survival-themed streamers and players.

Numerous players share tales of their intense knife fights and clutch moments with the Rust Coat, further enhancing its legend within the community.