StatTrak™ M4A1-S | Guardian (Well-Worn)

Yes, the M4A1-S | Guardian is an excellent budget-friendly choice. Priced affordably, it offers the Guardian 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 M4A1-S | Guardian vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. This skin can be obtained by opening the Winter Offensive 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.

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 M4A1-S | Guardian 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 M4A1-S | Guardian 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 M4A1-S | Guardian 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 M4A1-S | Guardian is part of the The Winter Offensive Collection. It can be obtained by opening the Winter Offensive Weapon 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: "With a smaller magazine than its unmuffled counterpart, the silenced M4A1 provides quieter shots with less recoil and better accuracy. It has been painted using a jungle tiger hydrographic." The Guardian finish on the M4A1-S 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 M4A1-S | Guardian 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, CSFloat currently has the lowest price for the M4A1-S | Guardian at $65.10. 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.