SVGlock-18 | Grinder$80.00Float pricingFN$144.81
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About the Glock-18 | Grinder
From the gameThe steel slide has been painted using a combination of stenciling and hand-painting using oil paints. The only way to make diamonds is by applying pressure.
The Glock-18 | Grinder is a Restricted-grade skin in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the Grinder finish on the Glock-18 — see All Glock-18 skins.
Origin
The Glock-18 | Grinder can be unboxed from the Operation Vanguard Weapon Case. It belongs to The Vanguard Collection.
Rarity
The Glock-18 | Grinder is a Restricted-grade skin. In a case opening, an item of this grade comes out roughly ~15.98% of the time.
Float and wear
The float value of the Glock-18 | Grinder runs from 0.02 to 0.25. 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 Glock-18 | Grinder (Field-Tested) has an aggregate market price of about $80.00. The Factory New copy has held steady over the last 7 and 30 days. Across wears it ranges from $2.35 (Field-Tested) to $8.33 (Factory New).
Availability
2 marketplaces are quoting the Glock-18 | Grinder right now. The comparison table above lists each one with its lowest price, and the cheapest is marked.
Released
The Glock-18 | Grinder first entered the game on Nov 11, 2014, when the Operation Vanguard Weapon Case was released as part of Operation Vanguard.
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 Glock-18 | Grinder (Factory New) shows a Stable trend.
Market Position
Trades in the mid-tier range ($80.00–$284.89).
Market Comparison
Compare prices above. 5-20% differences exist due to fees.
Timing Insight
Market stable - good for buyers and sellers. See charts for history.
Glock-18 stats
| Hitbox | No armor | Armor |
|---|---|---|
| Head | 120 | 56 |
| Chest & arms | 30 | 14 |
| Stomach | 37 | 17 |
| Legs | 22 | 22 |
- Fire rate
- 400 RPM
- Price
- $200
- Magazine
- 20 / 60
- Move speed
- 240 u/s
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the Glock-18 | Grinder is an excellent budget-friendly choice. Priced affordably, it offers the Grinder aesthetic without breaking the bank. Budget skins like this are ideal for players building their first inventory or those who prefer spending on multiple skins rather than one expensive item. The lower price point also means less financial risk if you decide to trade or sell later.
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 0.02 to 0.25, 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 Glock-18 | Grinder vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. This skin can be obtained by opening the Operation Vanguard Weapon 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 Glock-18 | Grinder 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 Glock-18 | Grinder 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 Glock-18 | Grinder 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 Glock-18 | Grinder is part of The Vanguard Collection. It can be obtained by opening the Operation Vanguard Weapon 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: "The steel slide has been painted using a combination of stenciling and hand-painting using oil paints. The only way to make diamonds is by applying pressure." The Grinder finish on the Glock-18 is a distinctive design that has made this skin a recognizable part of CS2's visual identity.
Yes, 2 professional CS2 players currently have the Glock-18 | Grinder in their inventory: YEKINDAR and XANTARES. 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, CSFloat currently has the lowest price for the Glock-18 | Grinder at $144.81. 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 Glock-18 deals 30 base damage per bullet. Per shot at point blank that is 120 to the head, 30 to the chest or arms, 37 to the stomach and 22 to the legs, before armor. Damage falls off to ×0.85 every 500 units.
Only without a helmet. A headshot does 120 to a bare head but 56 through a helmet, so a helmeted player needs 2 shots.
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