Shells

To set up custom shell models in CS 1.6:

1. Make a backup of your original files.
2. Move the .mdl files into cstrike/models.
3. When the pack contains v_, p_, and w_ models, they take the place of the weapon's view, player, and world models.
4. Put any sound files into cstrike/sound (for example, the weapons subfolder).

Shell model files belong in cstrike/models. If your game uses a localized folder such as cstrike_russian, put them there instead, because files in that folder take priority. Sound files are placed in cstrike/sound.

Once the model files are in the correct folder, custom shells activate on their own. If the pack has v_, p_, w_ models, they swap out the default weapon models. You don't need any console command. Simply launch the game and the new shells will show up when you shoot.

If the game crashes or shells fail to appear, verify that the model files are in cstrike/models and that folder names are an exact match. Make sure you didn't confuse v_, p_, w_ files. Restore your backup if necessary. Also, check that the models work with your CS 1.6 version.

To revert, remove the custom .mdl files from cstrike/models and bring back the original files from your backup. If no backup was made, you can verify game files through Steam or reinstall the game. For sounds, delete the custom .wav files from cstrike/sound.

Custom shell models are client-side and will function on most servers, but certain servers might override them with their own models or kick you due to file consistency. If the server enforces consistency, your custom shells may not appear or you could be disconnected. Testing on a local server first is recommended.