Price Analysis: Glock-18 | Candy Apple
Current Trend
The Glock-18 | Candy Apple shows a Slightly bearish trend. -1.9% (30d).
Market Position
Trades in the affordable range ($706.75-$2,102.09).
Market Comparison
Compare prices above. 5-20% differences exist due to fees.
Timing Insight
Prices trending down - potential buying opportunity. See charts for history.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between Factory New and Minimal Wear for the Glock-18 | Candy Apple?
Factory New (FN) 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 visible on close inspection. For the Glock-18 | Candy Apple, the price difference between FN and MW can range from 10% to over 100% depending on how visible the wear is on this particular finish. Some finishes hide wear better than others, making MW versions excellent value alternatives.
Why is the Glock-18 | Candy Apple so expensive?
The Glock-18 | Candy Apple commands premium prices due to several factors: Supply is inherently limited while demand remains consistently high from collectors and players. The Candy Apple finish is particularly sought-after for its distinctive appearance. Market prices reflect both scarcity and desirability within the CS2 trading community.
What is the float value range for the Glock-18 | Candy Apple?
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 0.30, 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.
Where is the cheapest place to buy the Glock-18 | Candy Apple?
Prices vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. The Steam Community Market is convenient but charges 15% fees. Third-party markets like Skinport, DMarket, and Buff163 often offer lower prices with fees ranging from 5-10%. For the Glock-18 | Candy Apple, we recommend comparing prices on this page's market comparison table above, which shows real-time listings from multiple verified marketplaces. Trading sites may offer even better deals if you have items to exchange.
Is the Glock-18 | Candy Apple a good investment?
Investment potential depends on several factors. Key considerations: (1) Check the 30-day and 90-day price trends shown in the charts above; (2) Consider whether this skin is from an active or discontinued case; (3) Evaluate overall CS2 market conditions. Past performance doesn't guarantee future returns, but Glock-18 | Candy Apple has maintained steady trading interest. Diversifying across multiple items typically reduces risk.
What makes Souvenir Glock-18 | Candy Apple special?
Souvenir skins are exclusive drops from CS2 Major tournament matches. They feature gold stickers commemorating the specific match, teams, and MVP player. Souvenir Glock-18 | Candy Apple cannot be obtained through regular case openings, making them significantly rarer than standard versions. The value depends heavily on which tournament, match, and player signatures are featured. High-profile player autographs (like s1mple or ZywOo) can multiply the skin's value several times over.
Can I use the Glock-18 | Candy Apple in competitive CS2?
Yes, all weapon skins including the Glock-18 | Candy Apple 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.
About This Skin
The Glock 18 is a serviceable first-round pistol that works best against unarmored opponents and is capable of firing three-round bursts.
History
The Glock-18 | Candy Apple was released as part of the DreamHack 2013 Souvenir Package.
Origin
The Glock-18 | Candy Apple can be obtained by opening a DreamHack 2013 Souvenir Package, EMS One 2014 Souvenir Package. The skin is part of The Italy Collection.
Rarity
The Glock-18 | Candy Apple is one of 410 other Pistol skins. The rarity of the skin is Mil-Spec Grade, which makes the Candy Apple a common drop with an estimated drop chance of 79.92%.
Availability
The Glock-18 | Candy Apple skin falls into a high price bracket, ranging from $706.75 to $2102.09, making it an extremely expensive skin. Thankfully, it is readily accessible and can be acquired from various markets.
Versions
The float value of the Glock-18 | Candy Apple ranges from 0 to 0.3, which makes the skin available in Factory New, Minimal Wear and Field-Tested. There is also a Souvenir version for the Candy Apple.
Finish Styles
This Glock-18 has been painted in a "Solid Color" style, with the Candy Apple finish.