The CS:GO Weapon Case (original) is the first-ever weapon case in Counter-Strike history. Released alongside the "Arms Deal Update" in August 2013, it introduced the entire case-opening mechanic to CS and established the finish tier system (mil-spec/restricted/classified/covert) still used today.
Long discontinued; case trades $30–70 in 2026 — one of the highest-priced discontinued weapon cases due to historical significance and permanently frozen supply. Covert-tier skins: AWP | Lightning Strike (see our Lightning Strike Guide), AK-47 | Case Hardened (see our Blue Gem Guide). Classified: M4A4 | Faded Zebra, M4A1-S | Dark Water, Desert Eagle | Hypnotic. Rare special item slot: the original knife pool (Bayonet, Flip Knife, Gut, M9 Bayonet, Karambit).
Live pricing on the Case Market Health board.
Notable skins in this case
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the original CS:GO Weapon Case?
The original CS:GO Weapon Case (August 2013) is the first-ever weapon case in Counter-Strike. It launched the entire case-opening mechanic + the finish rarity tier system (mil-spec through covert). Historic significance drives ongoing collector demand. It houses the original AWP Lightning Strike (FN-only) and AK-47 Case Hardened (pattern-dependent Blue Gem source).
Why is the CS:GO Weapon Case so expensive?
Three drivers: (1) it is the first-ever CS case with permanent historical significance; (2) discontinued years ago — no new supply; (3) it houses two of the game's most iconic covert finishes (Lightning Strike, Case Hardened). Case trades $30–70 in 2026, from a release price of $0.05.
Is opening a CS:GO Weapon Case worth it?
For EV: no. Case + key cost $32–72 per opening. Covert-tier drop rate ~0.64%. Even hitting a Lightning Strike FN (~$1,200) requires ~156 openings on average — expected total cost $5,000–11,000 for one Lightning Strike. Direct-buy Lightning Strike for $1,200 instead. Case is best held as inventory speculation.
