Sawed-Off | Irradiated Alert (Factory New)

Yes, the Sawed-Off | Irradiated Alert is an excellent budget-friendly choice. Priced affordably, it offers the Irradiated Alert 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). This skin cannot be obtained in Factory New condition due to its minimum float of 0.06. The best possible condition is Minimal Wear. 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 Sawed-Off | Irradiated Alert vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. This skin can be obtained by opening the ESL One Cologne 2014 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.

Yes, all weapon skins including the Sawed-Off | Irradiated Alert 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 Sawed-Off | Irradiated Alert is currently trending downward. Over the past 7 days, the price has decreased by 16.5%, and over the past 30 days it has dropped 16.5%. 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 Sawed-Off | Irradiated Alert is part of the The Nuke Collection. It can be obtained by opening the ESL One Cologne 2014 Nuke Souvenir Package. 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 classic Sawed-Off deals very heavy close-range damage, but with its low accuracy, high spread and slow rate of fire, you'd better kill what you hit. It has been spray-painted with radiological warning hazard patterns." The Irradiated Alert finish on the Sawed-Off 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, SkinSwap currently has the lowest price for the Sawed-Off | Irradiated Alert at $38.71. 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.