SVAWP | Elite Build$169.30Souvenir AWP | Elite Build
12 listings−9% vs avg
Float pricingFN$151.18
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Trend-16.8% over 30 daysTrend: -16.8% over 30 days. Open for the workings.
Today at $134.24 — 0.1% above the month's floor.
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FN$141About the AWP | Elite Build
From the gameIt has been custom painted using a combination of hydrographics and careful stenciling and detailed with heat-transfer decals. Chase Turner was a great man... you have big shoes to fill – The Phoenix and The Initiate, Part 1.
The AWP | Elite Build is a Classified-grade skin in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the Elite Build finish on the AWP — see All AWP skins.
Origin
The AWP | Elite Build can be unboxed from the Operation Wildfire Case. It belongs to The Wildfire Collection.
Rarity
The AWP | Elite Build is a Classified-grade skin. In a case opening, an item of this grade comes out roughly ~3.2% of the time.
Float and wear
The float value of the AWP | Elite Build runs from 0.00 to 1.00. Not every wear exists for it, which is why some exteriors are scarcer and priced apart. Within a wear, a lower float looks cleaner in game and usually costs more.
Price
The AWP | Elite Build (Minimal Wear) has an aggregate market price of about $169.30. The Factory New copy is up 0.1% over 7 days and down 16.8% over 30 days. Across wears it ranges from $9.78 (Battle-Scarred) to $65.89 (Factory New).
Availability
15 marketplaces are quoting the AWP | Elite Build right now. The comparison table above lists each one with its lowest price, and the cheapest is marked.
Released
The AWP | Elite Build first entered the game on Feb 17, 2016, when the Operation Wildfire Case was released as part of Operation Wildfire.
Versions
A StatTrak™ version exists, with an on-weapon kill counter. StatTrak copies are about a tenth of case drops and trade at a premium over the standard skin. A Souvenir version drops from CS2 Major matches, with gold stickers for the event, the teams and the MVP; it is rarer than the standard skin.
Price Analysis
Current Trend
The Souvenir AWP | Elite Build (Factory New) shows a Strongly bearish trend. -16.8% (30d).
Market Position
Trades in the mid-to-high tier range ($151.18–$169.30).
Traded Range
Since August 2026, the Souvenir AWP | Elite Build (Factory New) has traded between $140.28 and $177.95. Today's price is 15% below that high.
Market Comparison
Compare prices above. 5-20% differences exist due to fees. Third-party markets beat Steam's 15% fee.
Timing Insight
Prices trending down - potential buying opportunity. See charts for history.
AWP stats
| Hitbox | No armor | Armor |
|---|---|---|
| Head | 460 | 448 |
| Chest & arms | 115 | 112 |
| Stomach | 143 | 140 |
| Legs | 86 | 86 |
- Fire rate
- 41 RPM
- Price
- $4,750
- Magazine
- 5 / 10
- Move speed
- 200 u/s
Frequently Asked Questions
The AWP | Elite Build sits in the mid-to-high price bracket. It features a distinctive Elite Build design that stands out in-game and maintains good trading liquidity. It's part of The Wildfire Collection, obtainable from the Operation Wildfire Case, which adds to its collectible appeal. For players who main the AWP, this skin offers an excellent balance of visual appeal and investment stability compared to budget alternatives.
Float values in CS2 determine a skin's wear level on a scale from 0.00 (perfect) to 1.00 (maximum wear). With a float range of 0.00 to 1.00, this skin has specific wear availability that affects pricing. Lower float values within any condition category (e.g., 0.01 vs 0.06 in Factory New) result in cleaner appearances and typically command higher prices. For high-value trades, always verify the exact float value using inspection tools.
Prices for the AWP | Elite Build vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. This skin can be obtained by opening the Operation Wildfire Case or purchased directly from third-party marketplaces. The Steam Community Market charges 15% fees, while third-party markets like Skinport, DMarket, and Buff163 offer lower prices with 2-10% fees. Compare real-time prices in the market comparison table above to find the best deal.
Souvenir skins are exclusive drops from CS2 Major tournament matches. They feature gold stickers commemorating the specific match, teams, and MVP player. Souvenir AWP | Elite Build cannot be obtained through regular case openings, making them significantly rarer than standard versions. The value depends heavily on which tournament, match, and player signatures are featured. High-profile player autographs (like s1mple or ZywOo) can multiply the skin's value several times over.
Yes, all weapon skins including the AWP | Elite Build are purely cosmetic and can be used in all CS2 game modes including competitive matchmaking, Premier, and professional tournaments. Skins provide no gameplay advantages or disadvantages - they only change the weapon's visual appearance. Many professional players use skins during official matches, and you'll often see high-value items like this featured in tournament broadcasts.
The AWP | Elite Build is currently trending downward. Over the past 7 days, the price has decreased by 0.1%, and over the past 30 days it has dropped 16.8%. Price drops can result from new case releases flooding the market, seasonal fluctuations, or shifts in player preferences. This could represent a buying opportunity if you believe the skin will recover. Review the price history chart above for long-term context.
The AWP | Elite Build is part of The Wildfire Collection. It can be obtained by opening the Operation Wildfire Case. Souvenir versions drop exclusively during CS2 Major tournament matches. All skins from the same collection share a rarity hierarchy, which affects trade-up contract possibilities and overall value.
The in-game description reads: "It has been custom painted using a combination of hydrographics and careful stenciling and detailed with heat-transfer decals. Chase Turner was a great man... you have big shoes to fill – The Phoenix and The Initiate, Part 1." The Elite Build finish on the AWP is a distinctive design that has made this skin a recognizable part of CS2's visual identity.
Yes, 1 professional CS2 player currently has the AWP | Elite Build in their inventory — Jame. Pro player adoption is a strong indicator of a skin's prestige and desirability in the community, and can positively influence its market value.
Based on our real-time price comparison across 40+ marketplaces, BUFF Market currently has the lowest price for the AWP | Elite Build at $137.20. However, prices change frequently as sellers list and buyers purchase. We recommend checking the marketplace comparison table above for the most current prices, and remember to factor in each marketplace's fees when comparing total costs.
The AWP deals 115 base damage per bullet. Per shot at point blank that is 460 to the head, 115 to the chest or arms, 143 to the stomach and 86 to the legs, before armor. Damage falls off to ×0.99 every 500 units.
Yes. The AWP kills with one headshot even through a helmet, out to about 208 m (8,200 units).
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