M249 | System Lock

Origin Story

The M249 | System Lock, released on January 8, 2015, as part of The Chroma Collection, features a custom painted sci-fi design. Its dark gray and black base is accented with sharp red lines and light gray paneling, creating a futuristic, almost circuit-board aesthetic. This design positions it as a budget-friendly option for players seeking a consistent sci-fi theme across their loadout. The skin primarily serves those who appreciate a cohesive visual style without significant investment.

Drop Chance

M249 | System Lock is Mil-Spec, a Blue-tier skin, less common than base collection drops. From the Chroma Case: approximately 15.98% per opening (roughly 1 in 6). The 79.92% Mil-Spec tier rate is split across 5 Mil-Spec skins in the case. StatTrak versions drop at ~1.60% from the Chroma Case (about 1 in 63). 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 0.8. Exteriors: Factory New, Minimal Wear, Field-Tested, Well-Worn, Battle-Scarred. StatTrak is available in FN, MW, FT, WW, BS.

• Factory New ($2.62): The dark gray base, red accents, and light gray sci-fi paneling are pristine, with sharp lines and full color contrast.
• Minimal Wear ($1.04): Light edge wear begins to appear on protruding corners and high-contact points, but the overall design remains very clean.
• Field-Tested ($0.94): Noticeable chipping and scratches appear on the weapon's edges, particularly around the barrel shroud and magazine area, making the sci-fi lines look less crisp.
• Well-Worn ($0.85): Heavier wear is present on most exposed edges, with significant portions of the sci-fi paint scraped, though central panels still retain some pattern.
• Battle-Scarred ($0.78): Large areas, especially edges and the front, show substantial paint loss, with the sci-fi pattern appearing fragmented and faded.

Model

System Lock uses the legacy M249 model, introduced with Full Spectrum on January 8, 2015. The inspect animation and third-person appearance match the original CS:GO version.

How to Obtain

The M249 | System Lock is primarily obtained by opening a Chroma Case. While the Chroma Case is no longer in the active drop pool, it can still be acquired as a rare drop in-game or purchased from the Steam Community Market. Players can also acquire the skin through trade-up contracts using ten lower-rarity skins from The Chroma 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 and skin trading sites.

Price Range

M249 | System Lock ranges from $0.78 (Battle-Scarred) to $2.62 (Factory New). Field-Tested copies sit at $0.94. StatTrak versions carry a premium at every wear tier.


The current 7-day median is $0.93. The 90-day median is $0.74. The all-time median is $0.10. Volume averages 1 trades per day.

Visual Theme

Custom Paint Job: It has been custom painted with a sci-fi design. The color palette features a dark gray and black base, accented with red and light gray sci-fi paneling. When viewed in first-person, the large side panel and upper receiver area, with their angular red lines, are the most prominent elements. This skin is often grouped with other "System Lock" sci-fi designs and broader Chroma Collection tech-themed finishes.

Player Rating

Rating: 2.50 / 5
Votes: 1

Sticker Compatibility

The M249 | System Lock's dark base and red accents make it suitable for red, black, or white/gray stickers that complement its sci-fi aesthetic. Tech-themed or futuristic stickers also align well with its design. The main body panel on the side of the weapon offers the most prominent sticker placement in first-person view.