STUSP-S | PrintstreamFactory New$289.23A fan favorite from Counter-Strike Source, the Silenced USP Pistol has a detachable silencer that gives shots less recoil while suppressing attention-getting noise. It has been hand painted using a blue theme to resemble an architect's blueprint. Sometimes the best-laid plans go awry The USP-S | Printstream is a Covert-grade skin in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the Printstream finish on the USP-S. With a Covert rarity classification, it has approximately a ~0.26% chance of dropping from case openings.
How to Obtain: The USP-S | Printstream can be unboxed from the Recoil Case. It belongs to the Recoil Collection.
Float Value and Wear: This skin has a float value range of 0.00 to 0.85. 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 USP-S | Printstream (Factory New) has a median market price of approximately $289.23, with the lowest listing prices available in the marketplace comparison below. The 7-day trend is 0.0% and the 30-day trend is -12.3%. Across wear conditions, prices range from $36.40 (Battle-Scarred) to $159.93 (Factory New).
Community Rating: The USP-S | Printstream has a community rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 57,099 votes. This above-average rating suggests the community considers it a solid choice among USP-S skins.
StatTrak Available: A StatTrak version of the USP-S | Printstream exists, featuring an on-weapon kill counter that tracks confirmed eliminations. StatTrak variants are rarer (approximately 10% of case drops) and typically trade at a 1.5x to 3x premium over standard versions. Learn more about skin terminology.
The StatTrak™ USP-S | Printstream (Factory New) shows a Bearish trend. -12.3% (30d).
Trades in the budget range.
Compare prices above. 5-20% differences exist due to fees.
Prices trending down - potential buying opportunity. See charts for history.
Factory New (FN) USP-S | Printstream 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 Printstream pattern hide wear better than others, making MW versions a strong value alternative.
The USP-S | Printstream sits in the mid-to-high price bracket. It features a distinctive Printstream design that stands out in-game and maintains good trading liquidity. It's part of the The Recoil Collection, obtainable from the Recoil Case, which adds to its collectible appeal. For players who main the USP-S, 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). With a float range of 0.00 to 0.85, 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 USP-S | Printstream vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. This skin can be obtained by opening the Recoil 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.
Investment potential depends on several factors. The USP-S | Printstream is from the The Recoil Collection (Recoil Case) — skins from discontinued collections tend to appreciate as supply decreases over time. Key considerations: (1) Check the 30-day and 90-day price trends in the charts above; (2) Evaluate overall CS2 market conditions. Past performance doesn't guarantee future returns, but the USP-S | Printstream has maintained steady trading interest. Diversifying across multiple items typically reduces risk.
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 USP-S | Printstream 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 USP-S | Printstream 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 USP-S | Printstream 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 12.3%. 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 USP-S | Printstream is part of the The Recoil Collection. It can be obtained by opening the Recoil 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: "A fan favorite from Counter-Strike Source, the Silenced USP Pistol has a detachable silencer that gives shots less recoil while suppressing attention-getting noise. It has been hand painted using a blue theme to resemble an architect's blueprint. Sometimes the best-laid plans go awry" The Printstream finish on the USP-S 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 USP-S | Printstream 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, CS.Money currently has the lowest price for the USP-S | Printstream at $255.65. 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.
