Glock Ges.m.b.H.
Glock Ges.m.b.H. (doing business as GLOCK) is a light weapons manufacturer headquartered in Deutsch-Wagram, Austria, named after its founder, Gaston Glock. The company makes popular polymer-framed pistols, but also produces field knives, entrenching tools, various horse related products, and apparel.
| Company type | Private (Ges.m.b.H.) |
|---|---|
| Industry | Arms industry |
| Founded | 1963 |
| Founder | Gaston Glock |
| Headquarters | Deutsch-Wagram, Lower Austria , Austria |
| Products | Firearms Knives Entrenching tools Apparel Horse care products |
Number of employees | 1,325 (2015) |
| Website | www |
Glock handguns are used by armed forces and law enforcement organizations worldwide, including most law enforcement agencies in the United States. Glock handguns are popular in some countries for personal protection and practical shooting. The company sponsors a competitive shooting team that travels worldwide. As of 2014, Glock produced over two dozen models of handguns in three sizes and seven calibers.
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