STDesert Eagle | Code RedMinimal Wear$104.35
As expensive as it is powerful, the Desert Eagle is an iconic pistol that is difficult to master but surprisingly accurate at long range. It has been painted in a marbleized pattern. The Desert Eagle | Code Red is a Covert-grade skin in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the Code Red finish on the Desert Eagle. With a Covert rarity classification, it has approximately a ~0.26% chance of dropping from case openings.
How to Obtain: The Desert Eagle | Code Red can be unboxed from the Horizon Case. It belongs to the Horizon Collection.
Float Value and Wear: This skin has a float value range of 0.00 to 1.00. This restricted float range means not all wear conditions are available, which can affect rarity and pricing for specific exteriors. Lower float values within each condition tier produce a cleaner in-game appearance and typically command higher prices.
Price and Market Trends: The Desert Eagle | Code Red (Minimal Wear) has a median market price of approximately $104.35, with the lowest listing prices available in the marketplace comparison below. The price has remained stable with minimal movement over the past 7 and 30 days, indicating balanced supply and demand. Across wear conditions, prices range from $41.24 (Battle-Scarred) to $184.12 (Factory New).
Community Rating: The Desert Eagle | Code Red has a community rating of 3.8 out of 5 based on 879 votes. This above-average rating suggests the community considers it a solid choice among Desert Eagle skins.
StatTrak Available: A StatTrak version of the Desert Eagle | Code Red exists, featuring an on-weapon kill counter that tracks confirmed eliminations. StatTrak variants are rarer (approximately 10% of case drops) and typically trade at a 1.5x to 3x premium over standard versions. Learn more about skin terminology.
The StatTrak™ Desert Eagle | Code Red (Minimal Wear) shows a Slightly bearish trend. -2.3% (30d).
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Factory New (FN) Desert Eagle | Code Red skins have float values between 0.00-0.07, showing minimal to no visible wear. Minimal Wear (MW) floats range from 0.07-0.15, with slight scratches or fading. The price gap between FN and MW varies by finish — some designs like the Code Red pattern hide wear better than others, making MW versions a strong value alternative.
The Desert Eagle | Code Red sits in the mid-to-high price bracket. It features a distinctive Code Red design that stands out in-game and maintains good trading liquidity. It's part of the The Horizon Collection, obtainable from the Horizon Case, which adds to its collectible appeal. For players who main the Desert Eagle, 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 Desert Eagle | Code Red vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. This skin can be obtained by opening the Horizon 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.
StatTrak is a special variant that includes a digital kill counter displayed on the weapon, tracking your confirmed kills in official matches. StatTrak versions of the Desert Eagle | Code Red are rarer than standard versions (approximately 10% of case drops are StatTrak) and typically cost 1.5x to 3x more. The kill counter adds personalization value as it records your gameplay history with this specific weapon. Note that StatTrak counts reset if you trade the skin.
Yes, all weapon skins including the Desert Eagle | Code Red 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 Desert Eagle | Code Red has remained relatively stable in price recently, with less than 5% movement over the past 7 and 30 days. Stable pricing suggests balanced supply and demand. This can be a good sign for investors looking for low-volatility items, and for buyers it means you're unlikely to overpay. Check the price chart above for longer-term trends.
The Desert Eagle | Code Red is part of the The Horizon Collection. It can be obtained by opening the Horizon Case. All skins from the same collection share a rarity hierarchy, which affects trade-up contract possibilities and overall value.
The in-game description reads: "As expensive as it is powerful, the Desert Eagle is an iconic pistol that is difficult to master but surprisingly accurate at long range. It has been painted in a marbleized pattern." The Code Red finish on the Desert Eagle is a distinctive design that has made this skin a recognizable part of CS2's visual identity.
Based on our real-time price comparison across 15+ marketplaces, CSFloat currently has the lowest price for the Desert Eagle | Code Red at $96.28. 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.
