Tec-9 | Sandstorm
Mil-Spec Pistol
StatTrak Available
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Found in 1 case & 1 Collection
Prices updated 8 hours and 53 minutes ago
Prices updated 8 hours and 53 minutes ago
Description: It has been painted using a hydrographic in a purple and beige graphic design.
Flavor Text: It'll take more than a tarp to protect you
Finish Style: Custom Paint Job
Finish Catalog: 289
Added: 20 February 2014
Creator: Workshop Submission
Update: Operation Phoenix
| Skin Quality |  Price |
Listings |
Median |
Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| StatTrak Minimal Wear | $7.99 | No Recent Price | ||
| StatTrak Field-Tested | $1.26 | No Recent Price | ||
| StatTrak Well-Worn | $1.64 | No Recent Price | ||
| StatTrak Battle-Scarred | $0.80 | No Recent Price | ||
| Minimal Wear | $7.54 | No Recent Price | ||
| Field-Tested | $0.89 | No Recent Price | ||
| Well-Worn | $0.81 | No Recent Price | ||
| Battle-Scarred | $0.67 | No Recent Price |
The Sandstorm Family
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Origin Story
The Tec-9 Sandstorm, released on February 20, 2014, as part of Operation Phoenix, features a distinctive purple and beige hydrographic design. This Mil-Spec sidearm is part of The Phoenix Collection, which includes several other popular skins. Its unique color scheme makes it a recognizable choice for players seeking a specific aesthetic. While not a high-tier collector's item, it remains a consistent option for budget-conscious loadouts.
Drop Chance
Tec-9 | Sandstorm is Mil-Spec, a Blue-tier skin, less common than base collection drops. From the Operation Phoenix Weapon Case: approximately 19.98% per opening (roughly 1 in 5). The 79.92% Mil-Spec tier rate is split across 4 Mil-Spec skins in the case. StatTrak versions drop at ~2.00% from the Operation Phoenix Weapon Case (about 1 in 50). 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 0.1 to 0.7. Exteriors: Minimal Wear, Field-Tested, Well-Worn, Battle-Scarred. StatTrak is available in MW, FT, WW, BS. Minimal Wear ($7.54): The purple and beige hydrographic pattern is nearly pristine, showing only minor edge rubs on the muzzle and slide. Field-Tested ($0.89): Noticeable but moderate edge wear appears on the muzzle and slide, with the beige base beginning to dull slightly. Well-Worn ($0.81): More extensive edge and surface wear is present, with larger gray patches showing on the front of the slide and muzzle. Battle-Scarred ($0.67): Heavy chipping and fading reveal substantial bare metal on the muzzle and slide, making the beige appear washed-out.
Model
Sandstorm uses the legacy Tec-9 model, introduced with Operation Phoenix on February 20, 2014. The inspect animation and third-person appearance match the original CS:GO version.
How to Obtain
The Tec-9 | Sandstorm is primarily acquired by opening an Operation Phoenix Weapon Case. While this case is no longer an active drop, existing cases can still be opened, introducing new copies into circulation. Players can also obtain this Mil-Spec pistol through trade-up contracts, using ten lower-rarity skins from The Phoenix 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
Tec-9 | Sandstorm ranges from $0.67 (Battle-Scarred) to $7.54 (Minimal Wear). StatTrak versions carry a premium at every wear tier.
The current 7-day median is No Recent Price. The 90-day median is $0.92. The all-time median is $0.11. Volume averages 0 trades per day.
Visual Theme
Custom Paint Job: It has been painted using a hydrographic in a purple and beige graphic design. The dominant colors are a beige/tan base with purple accents in a geometric pattern. In first-person, the most visible elements are the upper receiver and slide area with the beige-purple graphic, plus part of the lower frame. It is visually grouped with other purple-accented Phoenix skins like the SG 553 | Pulse as part of a coordinated aesthetic.
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Sticker Compatibility
The purple and beige color scheme of the Tec-9 | Sandstorm pairs well with purple, gold, or white stickers. The upper receiver and slide areas are the most visible in first-person, making them ideal for sticker placement.
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