UMP-45 | Briefing

Origin Story

The UMP-45 | Briefing, released on August 19, 2016, as part of The Gamma 2 Collection alongside the Double Exposure update, features a hydrographic of a topographical map. Its design uses navy, dark blue, grey, and black to create a technical, geo-themed appearance with contrasting lighter contour lines. This skin is recognized by the community as a budget-friendly, mid-tier SMG option, often fitting into blue or grey themed loadouts. While not a status symbol, its simple yet effective topographical pattern provides a distinct visual identity for players seeking a utilitarian aesthetic.

Drop Chance

UMP-45 | Briefing is Mil-Spec, a Blue-tier skin, less common than base collection drops. From the Gamma 2 Case: approximately 11.42% per opening (roughly 1 in 9). The 79.92% Mil-Spec tier rate is split across 7 Mil-Spec skins in the case. StatTrak versions drop at ~1.14% from the Gamma 2 Case (about 1 in 88). 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 1. Exteriors: Factory New, Minimal Wear, Field-Tested, Well-Worn, Battle-Scarred. StatTrak is available in FN, MW, FT, WW, BS.

• Factory New ($3.28): The dark blue and black topographical map lines are sharp and fully saturated, with maximum color depth.
• Minimal Wear ($0.57): Minor scuffs appear on sharp edges like the front barrel and stock, but the map pattern remains vibrant and fully legible.
• Field-Tested ($0.88): Noticeable chipping occurs on exposed edges and the front shroud, slightly reducing the crispness of the map lines, though they remain clear.
• Well-Worn ($0.27): Significant, patchy wear is visible on edges and corners, with some underlying material showing through, making the dark areas appear less saturated.
• Battle-Scarred ($0.27): Heavy wear and large chipped regions are present across the body and front, often breaking up the topographical map graphic and giving a heavily used appearance.

Model

Briefing uses the legacy UMP-45 model, introduced with Double Exposure on August 19, 2016. The inspect animation and third-person appearance match the original CS:GO version.

How to Obtain

The UMP-45 | Briefing is primarily obtained by opening a Gamma 2 Case, which is now an older case found in the rare drop pool. Players can also acquire this Mil-Spec SMG skin through trade-up contracts, using ten lower-rarity skins from The Gamma 2 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

UMP-45 | Briefing ranges from $0.27 (Battle-Scarred) to $3.28 (Factory New). Field-Tested copies sit at $0.88. StatTrak versions carry a premium at every wear tier.


The current 7-day median is No Recent Price. The 90-day median is $0.41. The all-time median is $0.11. Volume averages 0 trades per day.

Visual Theme

Custom Paint Job: It has been given a hydrographic of a topographical map. The design features navy and dark blue, medium blue, grey, and black arranged in topographical map lines and panels. In first-person view, the top receiver and side body with the map-line graphic are most visible. The overall impression is a dark, technical theme with contrasting lighter contour lines.

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Sticker Compatibility

The UMP-45 | Briefing's dark blue, grey, and black topographical theme pairs well with blue, cyan, teal, white, grey, or silver stickers. Subtle holo or metallic blue stickers can also complement its base colors without clashing. The most visible sticker slots during gameplay are typically on the side body and magazine.