XM1014 | Blue SteelFactory New$1.40The XM1014 is a powerful fully automatic shotgun that justifies its heftier price tag with the ability to paint a room with lead fast. It has been painted using a combination of subtly patterned hydrographics and dry-transfer decals of wings. Sometimes the wings of an angel don't mean salvation The XM1014 | Blue Steel is an Industrial-grade skin in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the Blue Steel finish on the XM1014. With a Industrial rarity classification, it has approximately a ~15.98% chance of dropping from case openings.
How to Obtain: The XM1014 | Blue Steel can be unboxed from the DreamHack 2013 Souvenir Package and EMS One 2014 Souvenir Package. It belongs to the Lake Collection.
Float Value and Wear: This skin has a float value range of 0.00 to 1.00. 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 XM1014 | Blue Steel (Factory New) has a median market price of approximately $1.40, with the lowest listing prices available in the marketplace comparison below. The 7-day trend is -5.4% and the 30-day trend is +47.4%. Across wear conditions, prices range from $0.06 (Field-Tested) to $1.40 (Factory New).
Community Rating: The XM1014 | Blue Steel has a community rating of 3.4 out of 5 based on 933 votes. This mixed rating suggests the design appeals to some players while others prefer alternative finishes.
The XM1014 | Blue Steel (Factory New) shows a Strongly bullish trend. +47.4% (30d).
Trades in the budget range.
Compare prices above. 5-20% differences exist due to fees.
Prices trending up - favorable for sellers. See charts for history.
Factory New (FN) XM1014 | Blue Steel 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 Blue Steel pattern hide wear better than others, making MW versions a strong value alternative.
Yes, the XM1014 | Blue Steel is an excellent budget-friendly choice. Priced affordably, it offers the Blue Steel 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 1.00, 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 XM1014 | Blue Steel vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. This skin can be obtained by opening the DreamHack 2013 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 XM1014 | Blue Steel 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 XM1014 | Blue Steel is currently trending upward. Over the past 7 days, the price has increased by 5.4%, and over the past 30 days it has risen 47.4%. 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 XM1014 | Blue Steel is part of the The Lake Collection. It can be obtained by opening the DreamHack 2013 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 XM1014 is a powerful fully automatic shotgun that justifies its heftier price tag with the ability to paint a room with lead fast. It has been painted using a combination of subtly patterned hydrographics and dry-transfer decals of wings. Sometimes the wings of an angel don't mean salvation" The Blue Steel finish on the XM1014 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 XM1014 | Blue Steel at $1.14. 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.
