First Impressions

Let's be real: the Coolant finish isn't going to win any beauty pageants. But for a common-grade skin that drops from a dozen different souvenir packages, it's got a certain utilitarian charm. The cyan hydrographic pattern on the slide gives it a subtle, almost industrial look that pairs surprisingly well with certain sticker combos.

What You're Actually Buying

This is a hydrographic finish, which means the pattern is transferred onto the weapon using water immersion. In practice, that means the pattern can look a bit uneven or washed out depending on the float. The wear range is 0.0 to 0.5, so you'll find everything from factory new to battle-scarred on the market.

Where It Comes From

The Coolant has been a staple of the Nuke souvenir packages since 2018. You'll find it in:

• 2018 London Championship Nuke Souvenir Package
• Katowice 2019 Nuke Souvenir Package
• Berlin 2019 Nuke Souvenir Package
• Stockholm 2021 Nuke Souvenir Package
• Antwerp 2022 Nuke Souvenir Package
• Rio 2022 Nuke Souvenir Package
• Paris 2023 Nuke Souvenir Package
• Copenhagen 2024 Nuke Souvenir Package
• Shanghai 2024 Nuke Souvenir Package
• Austin 2025 Nuke Souvenir Package
• Budapest 2025 Nuke Souvenir Package
• 2018 Nuke Collection

Wear & Tear: What to Look For

Because the pattern is applied via water transfer, the float value has a big impact on how clean the cyan pattern looks. At low floats (0.00–0.10), the pattern is crisp and the colors pop. As you move into higher floats (0.30+), the pattern starts to fade and scratches become more visible.

Inspect in-game to see how the pattern sits on the slide. Some patterns have more cyan coverage than others, and the placement can vary slightly. It's not a skin where pattern matters much, but if you're spending money, you might as well get one that looks good.

Is It Worth Buying?

Short answer: Only if you're building a budget Nuke-themed loadout or need a cheap Five-SeveN skin.

Long answer: The Coolant is abundant. It drops from souvenir packages that are still being opened, and it's in the permanent 2018 Nuke Collection. That means supply is high and prices are low. You can pick up a decent-looking one on C5GAME for less than the cost of a coffee.

If you're a collector chasing souvenir packages, you might already have a few of these sitting in your inventory. If you're a player looking for a cheap skin that doesn't look like default, it's a solid choice. But don't expect it to appreciate in value—this is a consumer-grade skin, not an investment.

Expert Ramblings

I've always had a soft spot for the Coolant. It's not flashy, it's not rare, but it's honest. The cyan pattern on the slide gives it a bit of personality without being obnoxious. And honestly, for a common skin, it holds up better than some higher-rarity finishes that try too hard.

One thing to note: the souvenir versions come with stickers from the respective tournaments. If you find one with a nice sticker combination, it can add a bit of flair. But don't pay a premium for it—souvenir stickers on a common skin don't add much value.

Verdict: A solid budget pick. Grab one on C5GAME, inspect it, and enjoy your cheap and cheerful Five-SeveN.