Tec-9 | Nuclear ThreatField-Tested$176.57
An ideal pistol for the Terrorist on the move, the Tec-9 is lethal in close quarters and features a high magazine capacity. It has individual parts spray-painted solid colors in an olive drab color scheme. The Tec-9 | Nuclear Threat is a Restricted-grade skin in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the Nuclear Threat finish on the Tec-9. With a Restricted rarity classification, it has approximately a ~3.2% chance of dropping from case openings.
How to Obtain: The Tec-9 | Nuclear Threat can be unboxed from the ESL One Cologne 2014 Nuke Souvenir Package, DreamHack 2014 Nuke Souvenir Package, ESL One Katowice 2015 Nuke Souvenir Package, MLG Columbus 2016 Nuke Souvenir Package, Cologne 2016 Nuke Souvenir Package, Atlanta 2017 Nuke Souvenir Package, Krakow 2017 Nuke Souvenir Package and Boston 2018 Nuke Souvenir Package. It belongs to the 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 0.06 to 0.80. Due to its minimum float of 0.06, this skin cannot drop in Factory New condition. The best available condition is Minimal Wear, which affects both availability and pricing. Lower float values within each condition tier produce a cleaner in-game appearance and typically command higher prices.
Price and Market Trends: The Tec-9 | Nuclear Threat (Field-Tested) has a median market price of approximately $176.57, with the lowest listing prices available in the marketplace comparison below. The 7-day trend is 0.0% and the 30-day trend is -27.7%. Across wear conditions, prices range from $44.83 (Battle-Scarred) to $1,136.75 (Factory New).
Community Rating: The Tec-9 | Nuclear Threat has a community rating of 4.0 out of 5 based on 5,614 votes. This above-average rating suggests the community considers it a solid choice among Tec-9 skins.
Souvenir Edition: The Souvenir Tec-9 | Nuclear Threat 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 Tec-9 | Nuclear Threat (Field-Tested) shows a Strongly bearish trend. -27.7% (30d).
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Prices trending down - potential buying opportunity. See charts for history.
Factory New (FN) Tec-9 | Nuclear Threat 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. Note: the Tec-9 | Nuclear Threat cannot drop in Factory New — its minimum float is 0.06, so the best available condition affects pricing significantly. The price gap between FN and MW varies by finish — some designs like the Nuclear Threat pattern hide wear better than others, making MW versions a strong value alternative.
The Tec-9 | Nuclear Threat sits in the mid-to-high price bracket. It features a distinctive Nuclear Threat design that stands out in-game and maintains good trading liquidity. It's part of the The Nuke Collection, obtainable from the ESL One Cologne 2014 Nuke Souvenir Package, which adds to its collectible appeal. For players who main the Tec-9, 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). 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 Tec-9 | Nuclear Threat 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.
Souvenir skins are exclusive drops from CS2 Major tournament matches. They feature gold stickers commemorating the specific match, teams, and MVP player. Souvenir Tec-9 | Nuclear Threat 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 Tec-9 | Nuclear Threat 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 Tec-9 | Nuclear Threat is currently trending downward. Over the past 7 days, the price has decreased by 0.0%, and over the past 30 days it has dropped 27.7%. 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 Tec-9 | Nuclear Threat is part of the The Nuke Collection. It can be obtained by opening the ESL One Cologne 2014 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: "An ideal pistol for the Terrorist on the move, the Tec-9 is lethal in close quarters and features a high magazine capacity. It has individual parts spray-painted solid colors in an olive drab color scheme." The Nuclear Threat finish on the Tec-9 is a distinctive design that has made this skin a recognizable part of CS2's visual identity.
Yes, 1 professional CS2 players currently have the Tec-9 | Nuclear Threat in their inventory. 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 15+ marketplaces, Waxpeer currently has the lowest price for the Tec-9 | Nuclear Threat at $144.61. 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.
