Nova | MandrelField-Tested$0.15The Nova's rock-bottom price tag makes it a great ambush weapon for a cash-strapped team. It has individual parts spray-painted solid colors in a sand dune color scheme. <i>With Turner dead, we have a new priority: rescue Alex Kincaide - Felix Riley, Commanding Officer</i> The Nova | Mandrel is a Consumer-grade skin in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the Mandrel finish on the Nova. With a Consumer rarity classification, it has approximately a ~79.92% chance of dropping from case openings.
How to Obtain: The Nova | Mandrel can be unboxed from the London 2018 Nuke Souvenir Package, Katowice 2019 Nuke Souvenir Package, Berlin 2019 Nuke Souvenir Package, Stockholm 2021 Nuke Souvenir Package, Antwerp 2022 Nuke Souvenir Package, Rio 2022 Nuke Souvenir Package, Paris 2023 Nuke Souvenir Package and Copenhagen 2024 Nuke Souvenir Package. It belongs to the 2018 Nuke Collection. A Souvenir edition is available as an exclusive drop from CS2 Major tournament matches, featuring commemorative gold stickers.
Float Value and Wear: This skin has a float value range of 0.00 to 0.50. 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 Nova | Mandrel (Field-Tested) has a median market price of approximately $0.15, with the lowest listing prices available in the marketplace comparison below. The 7-day trend is 0.0% and the 30-day trend is +275.0%. Across wear conditions, prices range from $0.15 (Field-Tested) to $1.20 (Battle-Scarred).
Community Rating: The Nova | Mandrel has a community rating of 4.0 out of 5 based on 12,028 votes. This above-average rating suggests the community considers it a solid choice among Nova skins.
Souvenir Edition: The Souvenir Nova | Mandrel is an exclusive drop from CS2 Major tournament matches, adorned with gold stickers commemorating the event, teams, and MVP player. Souvenir editions are significantly rarer and more collectible than standard versions.
The Souvenir Nova | Mandrel (Field-Tested) shows a Strongly bullish trend. +275.0% (30d).
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Prices trending up - favorable for sellers. See charts for history.
Factory New (FN) Nova | Mandrel 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 Mandrel pattern hide wear better than others, making MW versions a strong value alternative.
Yes, the Nova | Mandrel is an excellent budget-friendly choice. Priced affordably, it offers the Mandrel 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 0.00 to 0.50, 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 Nova | Mandrel vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. This skin can be obtained by opening the London 2018 Nuke Souvenir Package 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 Nova | Mandrel 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 Nova | Mandrel 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 Nova | Mandrel is currently trending upward. Over the past 7 days, the price has increased by 0.0%, and over the past 30 days it has risen 275.0%. Rising prices can indicate growing demand, reduced supply from case openings, or broader market-wide appreciation. Check the price chart above for detailed historical trends and to identify potential buying opportunities.
The Nova | Mandrel is part of the The 2018 Nuke Collection. It can be obtained by opening the London 2018 Nuke Souvenir Package. 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 Nova's rock-bottom price tag makes it a great ambush weapon for a cash-strapped team. It has individual parts spray-painted solid colors in a sand dune color scheme. <i>With Turner dead, we have a new priority: rescue Alex Kincaide - Felix Riley, Commanding Officer</i>" The Mandrel finish on the Nova 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, Buff163 currently has the lowest price for the Nova | Mandrel at $0.01. 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.
