MP9 | Desert Dashed: The Tape Stencil SMG

The MP9 | Desert Dashed is a common skin from the Dust II Collection, also available in souvenir packages from major tournaments between 2014 and 2019. It features a spray-paint design using cut tape as a stencil. Let's break down whether this budget SMG is worth adding to your inventory.

What Cases Does It Come From?

• ESL One Cologne 2014 Dust II Souvenir Package
• DreamHack 2014 Dust II Souvenir Package
• ESL One Katowice 2015 Dust II Souvenir Package
• ESL One Cologne 2015 Dust II Souvenir Package
• DreamHack Cluj-Napoca 2015 Dust II Souvenir Package
• MLG Columbus 2016 Dust II Souvenir Package
• Cologne 2016 Dust II Souvenir Package
• Atlanta 2017 Dust II Souvenir Package
• London 2018 Dust II Souvenir Package
• Katowice 2019 Dust II Souvenir Package
• Berlin 2019 Dust II Souvenir Package
• Dust II Collection

Skin Characteristics

• Weapon: MP9
• Finish: Desert Dashed
• Rarity: Common
• Collection: Dust II Collection
• Technique: Spray-Paint
• Wear Range: 0.06 – 0.8

Inspection & Wear

The wear range is wide, from Factory New (0.06) to Battle-Scarred (0.8). The spray-paint stencil means the pattern is consistent across all wears, but the tape lines can become obscured at higher floats. In Factory New, the dashed lines are crisp; in Battle-Scarred, they fade into the base color.

Is It Worth Buying?

Verdict: If you're a fan of the Dust II map or want a cheap, thematic skin for your MP9, this is a solid pick. However, as a common skin, it's not a high-value investment. Souvenir versions with tournament stickers can carry a premium, especially from older events. On C5GAME, you can often find these for a few cents, making them great for trade-ups or budget loadouts. Check the Steam Market for price trends, but don't expect significant appreciation unless you get a rare souvenir with a coveted sticker.

Expert's Corner

"The Desert Dashed is one of those skins that flies under the radar. It's not flashy, but the stencil design gives it a gritty, military feel that fits the MP9's role as a cheap, effective SMG. I'd recommend picking up a Factory New one for the cleanest look, or a souvenir from Katowice 2019 if you want a piece of history. Just don't overpay—there are plenty available."

Where to Buy: C5GAME or Steam Market.