Deke Vinson's inventory refreshes every 2-6 hours at 4 AM, 10 AM, 4 PM, 10 PM PST. Unlock at level 3 after 10 Covert Ops missions for 85% profitable stock. M110 rifles deliver 229% ROI, thermal sights return 200% profit when flipped correctly.
Understanding Deke Vinson's Role
Deke Vinson unlocks at level 3 after completing 10 Covert Ops missions across Farm and Valley maps. Missions reward 37,500 XP and 90,000 Koen total, making the grind self-sustaining.
85% of inventory items are profitable at any refresh. Items price 65-80% below market value, creating immediate arbitrage opportunities.
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Vendor Hierarchy vs Other Traders
Deke specializes in mid-to-high tier equipment with rotating stock including rare keys unavailable through standard vendors.
Three key advantages:
Exclusive items: Weapon cases refresh every 72-96 hours
Below-market pricing: 20-35% cheaper than player markets
High-volume ammo: M855 stacks appear 3-5 per refresh
Keycard Inventory Pool
Rare keys and access cards unlock premium loot locations. ROI ranges 150-300% when resold during peak demand. Keycard rotation follows the 2-6 hour cycle, though high-value items appear less frequently.
Restock Pattern Mechanics
Inventory refreshes every 2-6 hours. Daily reset at 10 PM PST establishes the baseline. Optimal check times: 4 AM, 10 AM, 4 PM, 10 PM PST.
Exact Timing: Server Refresh Cycles
Refresh system operates server-side, resetting entire inventory simultaneously. Weapon cases follow 72-96 hour patterns—track timestamps to predict availability 3-4 days ahead.
2-hour minimum occurs during high-traffic periods. 6-hour maximum represents standard timing. Understanding these variables optimizes check frequency.
Season 6 Changes
Season 6 maintained 2-6 hour structure but reduced weapon case spawn rates. Daily 10 PM PST reset unchanged, eliminating regional server variations.
Time Zone Conversions
Convert PST to local time:
1 AM EST (Eastern US)
6 AM GMT (UK)
2 PM CST (China)
4 PM AEDT (Australia East)
Set alarms for converted times to access fresh inventory before sellouts.
Unlocking Deke Vinson: Missions
Level 3 requires 4-6 hours. 10 Covert Ops missions take 8-10 hours. Total: 12-16 hours focused progression.
Farm Map Missions
Militant Money: Extract from Farm with any item. Rewards: 2,000 XP, 7,500 Koen.
Pacifist: Visit Grain Trade Center without kills, extract. Rewards: 2,000 XP, 7,500 Koen.
A Little Trouble: 5 eliminations + deliver armor below 25 durability. Rewards: 6,250 XP, 12,500 Koen.
Exploration: Visit Motel and Stables, loot 50,000 Koen worth. Rewards: 12,500 XP, 30,000 Koen.
Treasure Hunter: Loot 100,000 Koen worth. Rewards: 37,500 XP, 90,000 Koen.
Collecting Gunpowder: Farm Motel basement for 1x Gunpowder, 2x Red Gunpowder. Rewards: 6,250 XP, 12,500 Koen.
Valley Map Missions
Getting Rich Quietly: Loot 10,000 Koen worth. Rewards: 8,250 XP, 15,000 Koen.
Valley Patrol: Check supply houses east, west, south of Valley Village. Rewards: 3,750 XP, 7,500 Koen.
Examine Outpost: Visit outposts near RV Camp and Supply Camp. Rewards: 6,875 XP, 12,500 Koen.
A Folder: Gather intel from Port Valley Office, extract. Rewards: 4,125 XP, 7,500 Koen. Unlocks full vendor access.
High-Value Item Tier List
S-Tier: Maximum ROI
M110 Rifles: 229% ROI. Buy 34,000 Koen, sell 112,000 Koen = 78,000 profit.
Thermal Sights: 200% ROI. Buy 50,000 Koen, sell 150,000 Koen = 100,000 profit.
M14/BM59 Rifles: 200% ROI. Buy 50,000 Koen, sell 150,000 Koen = 100,000 profit each.
A-Tier: Reliable Profits
M855 Ammo (120 bullets): 171% ROI. Buy 21,000 Koen, sell 57,000 Koen = 36,000 profit. 3-5 stacks per refresh.
Weapon Cases: 67% ROI. Buy 120,000 Koen, sell 200,000 Koen = 80,000 profit. 72-96 hour refresh.
Tier 4 Armor: 65% ROI. Buy 34,000 Koen, sell 56,000 Koen = 22,000 profit.
B-Tier: Volume-Based
Medical Kits: 40-75% ROI. Buy 15,000-20,000 Koen, sell 25,000-35,000 Koen.
Weapon Mods: 25-40% ROI. Buy 8,000-15,000 Koen, sell 12,000-21,000 Koen.
Keycard Sniping Strategy
Pre-Restock Prep
Verify Koen reserves (minimum 200,000 recommended)
Clear 20-30 inventory slots
Set alarms for 4 AM, 10 AM, 4 PM, 10 PM PST
Research current market prices via Search function
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Optimal Koen Reserves
300,000-500,000 Koen enables simultaneous S-tier purchases:
2x M110 rifles: 68,000 Koen
2x Thermal sights: 100,000 Koen
1x Weapon case: 120,000 Koen
5x M855 stacks: 105,000 Koen
Total: 393,000 Koen investment Returns: 890,000 Koen Profit: 497,000 Koen (126% ROI)
UI Navigation Shortcuts
Access vendor through main trading interface. Use Search function for instant item location—type M110 or Thermal to filter.
Queue multiple purchases in cart before confirming to reduce navigation time.
First 60 Seconds Priority
0-15s: Scan Weapons for M110, M14, BM59. Buy all S-tier immediately.
15-30s: Check Equipment for thermals and weapon cases. Prioritize thermals.
30-45s: Review Ammunition for M855 stacks. Buy max quantity (3-5 stacks).
45-60s: Evaluate remaining budget for Tier 4 armor and medical kits.
Limited Stock Competition
4 AM PST offers lowest competition—S-tier items available 5-10 minutes vs 30-90 seconds prime time.
When S-tier sells out, pivot to A-tier immediately. Tier 4 armor and weapon cases compound faster than holding capital.
Advanced Timing Techniques
Server Reset Tracking
10 PM PST daily reset is primary anchor. Add 6 hours for next standard refresh. If no update at 6 hours, check every 2 hours.
Weapon cases: log each appearance with timestamp. When 72 hours elapse, increase check frequency.
Multiple Window Optimization
Accessing 3-4 daily windows provides 300-400% more opportunities than single-window traders.
Prioritize 10 PM PST reset and 4 AM PST off-peak for optimal selection with only two daily check-ins.
Rare Keycard Patterns
Rare keycards appear once per 12-24 hours, independent of standard 2-6 hour cycle. Checking all four windows increases encounter rates 400%.
Early Morning vs Prime Time
4 AM PST: fullest selection, S-tier available 5-10 minutes post-refresh.
4 PM/10 PM PST: highest turnover, potentially triggering faster 2-hour refresh cycles.
Common Mistakes
Misconception: Simultaneous Restocks
Weapon cases and rare keycards follow independent timers. Track weapon cases separately using 72-96 hour cycle.
Inventory Mismanagement
Insufficient space forces mid-transaction management, losing critical seconds. Storage expansion costs 100,000 Koen for 20-30 slots—pays for itself in 2-3 sessions.
Overpaying Mid-Tier Items
B-tier 25-40% margins require 3-4x volume to match S-tier profits. Apply 80% rule: only buy items below 80% market value for minimum 25% margins.
Ignoring Meta Shifts
Season 6 adjusted weapon case spawn rates and ammo pricing. Review inventory weekly, adjust priorities based on demand shifts.
Koen Management
Required Reserves
Minimum viable: 150,000 Koen (1-2 S-tier items) Recommended: 300,000-500,000 Koen (diversified purchasing) Advanced: 750,000+ Koen (maximum-volume purchases)
Maintain 60% liquid Koen, 40% active inventory. This ratio ensures purchasing power while maximizing turnover.
When to Top Up
Top up before weapon case windows (every 72-96 hours) to ensure 120,000 Koen availability.
Pre-load before weekends when player market activity peaks for premium resale pricing.
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F2P vs Premium Strategies
F2P: Focus on A-tier items (M855 ammo, Tier 4 armor) requiring lower capital. Compound 10-15 transactions before S-tier investments.
Premium: Maintain 500,000+ Koen for immediate S-tier access. Generates 100,000-300,000 daily vs 15,000-50,000 F2P.
Balancing Investment
Allocate 70% to resale inventory, 30% to personal gear. Avoid personal purchases during competitive restocks—reserve for off-peak periods.
Real Gameplay Examples
10 PM PST Session
Starting capital: 400,000 Koen
Purchases (45 seconds):
2x M110: 68,000 Koen
1x Thermal: 50,000 Koen
4x M855: 84,000 Koen
3x Tier 4 armor: 102,000 Koen
Total investment: 304,000 Koen
Resale (24 hours):
2x M110: 224,000 Koen (156,000 profit)
1x Thermal: 150,000 Koen (100,000 profit)
4x M855: 228,000 Koen (144,000 profit)
3x Tier 4 armor: 168,000 Koen (66,000 profit)
Total returns: 770,000 Koen Net profit: 466,000 Koen (153% ROI)
Week 1 Season 6
Players accessing all four windows averaged 200,000-350,000 Koen daily profits.
4 AM window: S-tier available 8-12 minutes vs 1-2 minutes evening windows.
Weapon cases appeared 3 of 7 cycles, generating 240,000 Koen from flips alone.
Keycard Resale
Rare keycards bought at 75,000 Koen resell for 180,000-225,000 Koen within 48 hours (150-300% premium).
Specialists maintaining 5-10 keycards generate 500,000-750,000 Koen weekly.
Season 6 Meta Changes
New Items
Expanded ammunition variety including M855 variants. Standard 2-6 hour refresh, similar margins.
Weapon case contents updated with Season 6 weapons, increasing average value 15-20%. Vendor costs unchanged, expanding margins.
Price Adjustments
Thermal sights: stable 50,000 Koen vendor, market rose 10-15%. ROI expanded 180% to 200%.
M110 rifles: vendor 32,000→34,000 Koen, market 105,000→112,000 Koen. Maintained 229% ROI.
Future-Proofing
Monitor patch notes for mid-season vendor updates. Previous seasons had 2-3 significant changes.
Diversify across multiple categories vs specializing single items. Mitigates targeted nerfs.
Maintain 200,000 Koen liquid minimum for rapid strategy pivots.
Tracking Tools
In-Game Monitoring
Enable notifications 15 minutes before refreshes (3:45 AM, 9:45 AM, 3:45 PM, 9:45 PM PST).
Create spreadsheet logs: refresh times, purchases, resale results. 2-3 weeks reveals patterns.
Community Coordination
Player groups sharing observations across time zones provide 20-24 hour coverage vs 4-6 individual.
Cross-reference reports with personal data before adjusting strategies.
Maintaining Edge
Consistent execution beats perfect timing. 3-4 windows at 80% optimization outperforms single window at 100%.
Reinvest 60-70% profits into capital reserves during month 1. Accelerates purchasing power for mid-season multi-S-tier purchases.
Review monthly. Items with consistent 150%+ ROI deserve increased priority.
FAQ
What time does Deke Vinson restock? Every 2-6 hours at 4 AM, 10 AM, 4 PM, 10 PM PST. Daily reset 10 PM PST. Weapon cases: 72-96 hours.
How do I unlock Deke Vinson? Reach level 3 (4-6 hours), complete 10 Covert Ops missions (8-10 hours). Total: 12-16 hours. Rewards: 37,500 XP, 90,000 Koen.
Which items to prioritize? M110 rifles (229% ROI), thermal sights (200% ROI), M14/BM59 (200% ROI). M855 ammo for accessible 171% ROI. Weapon cases: 67% ROI, 120,000 Koen investment, 72-96 hour refresh.
How much Koen needed? 300,000-500,000 Koen minimum for diversified S-tier purchasing. Advanced: 750,000+ for maximum-volume opportunities.
Does server time affect restocks? All refreshes use PST regardless of location. Convert 4 AM, 10 AM, 4 PM, 10 PM PST to local time. 10 PM PST reset is universal anchor.
Fastest profit method? Buy below 80% market value, resell at 15-20% markup. M855 ammo and Tier 4 armor for 15,000-50,000 daily. Scale to S-tier at 200,000+ Koen for 100,000-300,000 daily.
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