Five-SeveN | Buddy

Origin Story

The Five-SeveN | Buddy features a custom paint job with camo patterns and a Counter-Terrorist figure beneath the rear sight, embodying a clear CT-themed aesthetic. Released on October 18, 2019, as part of The CS20 Collection, this skin commemorates 20 years of Counter-Strike. Its flavor text, "I've got your six," further reinforces its identity as a reliable sidearm for those who appreciate the game's tactical roots. The design visually aligns with other nostalgic elements found within the CS20 anniversary lineup.

Drop Chance

Five-SeveN | Buddy is Restricted, a Purple-tier skin in the upper half of the rarity ladder. From the CS20 Case: approximately 3.20% per opening (roughly 1 in 31). The 15.98% Restricted tier rate is split across 5 Restricted skins in the case. StatTrak versions drop at ~0.32% from the CS20 Case (about 1 in 313). These per-skin odds assume equal weighting within tier — Valve publishes tier rates but doesn't formally confirm even distribution across skins in a tier.

Skin Condition

Float range 0 to 0.55. Exteriors: Factory New, Minimal Wear, Field-Tested, Well-Worn, Battle-Scarred. StatTrak is available in FN, MW, FT, WW, BS.

• Factory New ($13.92): The camo patterns are brightest and most intact, with the CT figure under the rear sight appearing crisp and clean.
• Minimal Wear ($2.26): The camo remains vibrant, with the CT character well-defined, though light edge wear may begin to appear near the front of the slide and exposed corners.
• Field-Tested ($0.94): Noticeable edge wear and small surface patches appear on the slide and frame, and the overall finish looks slightly duller with more visible scratches along high-contact edges.
• Well-Worn ($1.04): Significant wear is present on major edges and faded zones are visible on the slide and frame, causing camo tones to look washed out.
• Battle-Scarred ($0.94): Heavy wear includes extensive chipping on edges and substantial faded or bare areas on the slide and frame, making the camo pattern muted and patchy.

Model

Buddy uses the legacy Five-SeveN model, introduced with Cache and Release on October 18, 2019. The inspect animation and third-person appearance match the original CS:GO version.

How to Obtain

The Five-SeveN | Buddy is primarily obtained by opening the CS20 Case, a commemorative weapon case that is now considered a legacy or rare drop. Players can also acquire this Restricted-tier skin through trade-up contracts, by exchanging ten lower-rarity skins from The CS20 Collection. A StatTrak version is also available for kill tracking. For direct purchase, the skin is readily available on the Steam Community Market, third-party marketplaces, and various case-opening or skin-trading sites.

Price Range

Five-SeveN | Buddy ranges from $0.94 (Battle-Scarred) to $13.92 (Factory New). Field-Tested copies sit at $0.94. StatTrak versions carry a premium at every wear tier.


The current 7-day median is $1.01. The 90-day median is $1.01. The all-time median is $0.56. Volume averages 1 trades per day.

Visual Theme

Custom Paint Job: It has been custom painted with camo patterns and a CT beneath the rear sight. The design features mixed camo tones of green, tan, brown, and muted grey, accented by the CT figure rendered in blue-grey tones. In first-person view, the upper slide with its camo pattern is the most visible surface. The skin fits alongside other CS20 nostalgia designs, referencing Counter-Strike's legacy.

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Sticker Compatibility

The Five-SeveN | Buddy is well-suited for stickers that complement its CT-themed camo design, with blue, military-toned, or muted metallic stickers often pairing effectively. The most impactful sticker placement is typically on the prominent slide slot, which remains visible during gameplay.