CS2 Player spends £260,000 on a M4A1-S skin

Another absolutely insane Counter-Strike skin has been 'crafted', and this time with a record-breaking £260,000 / $320,000 price tag. While many would much rather own a house or a luxury car, Counter-Strike skin collectors justify the cost due to the increasingly rare stickers applied to the gun.

In the world of Counter-Strike there exists a peculiar fascination with cosmetic skins and stickers. While the game revolves around shooting mechanics, some players find themselves enthralled by collecting these virtual decorations. Valve, the mastermind behind CS:GO and now CS2, offers a vast array of weapon skins, each accompanied by a multitude of skins. From newly released, affordable options to exorbitantly priced treasures dating back almost a decade, the CSGO skin market caters to all tastes and budgets. However, there are instances where players take their obsession to extreme lengths, creating playskins that are worth more than houses. One such remarkable incident has recently captured the attention of the Counter-Strike community.

What makes this skin so expensive?

While the skin may look nice, that doesn't explain its ridiculous price tag. Here are the factors that give this skin its insane price tag:

Katowice 2014 Stickers

Scarcity

The high price tag attached to Katowice 2014 stickers can be attributed to several factors. Firstly, when these stickers were initially released, the CS:GO community didn't view them or other skins/stickers as investments. This led to very few people purchasing them during the offer period. As a result, the scarcity of these stickers significantly drives up their value.

Desirability

The Katowice 2014 stickers are often considered some of the "cleanest" and most visually appealing designs among CS:GO stickers. Their aesthetic appeal makes them highly sought after by players and collectors alike.

Newer "crafts" or skins that incorporate Katowice 2014 stickers tend to maintain a significantly higher percentage of their original value compared to older skins that were crafted when the stickers were more affordable. This phenomenon is a testament to the stickers' rarity and desirability. Even as the CS:GO market evolves, these stickers remain a reliable choice for collectors and traders looking to safeguard their investments in the ever-changing world of virtual item trading.

Low Float

Float values play a pivotal role in determining a skins value. When a skin has a low float value, it essentially means that it exhibits minimal wear and tear, showcasing its pristine condition. In this case, the float of the M4A1-S is 0.00065717473626, making it the #46 best condition Printstream in the entire game.

What £260,000 looks like in-game

Who on earth crafted this thing?

Chinese Steam user and CSGO skin collector '玉麒麟' also known as 'BOSS' isn't shy when it comes to spending exorbitant amounts of money on CS:GO skins.

Pictured bellow are some of the other insane play skins this avid collector owns including a x4 Titan holo AK-47 Bluegem with the famous 661 pattern ID, a bluegem Five-SeveN pattern 690, a x4 Reason holo Desert Eagle Blaze and a x4 Dignitas holo CZ75-Auto Tacticat.

How to find (affordable) Katowice 2014 crafts

To find cheap Katowice 2014 sticker crafts, you have two options. First, you can try using Buff.163.com, which offers good deals on crafts with these stickers. However, it's important to note that not everyone has access to this Chinese marketplace, and adding funds can be a bit challenging for some users.

Alternatively, you can use our CSGO Sticker Search Tool to find these stickers directly on the Steam market. This method provides a more accessible and user-friendly approach to locating and purchasing Katowice 2014 sticker crafts. Simply enter your search criteria, and the tool will help you find the best sticker crafts available on Steam.

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