Barrett, Paul M.
Glock: The Rise of America's Gun
- ISBN 13:
- 9780307719959
- author:
- Barrett, Paul M.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Broadway Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 300
- Dimensions:
- 20.2 x 13 x 2.2 cm
- Genre:
- History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Glock pistol is America's Gun. Created in 1982 by Gaston Glock, the pistol arrived in America at a fortuitous time, addressing a growing concern among law enforcement agencies. They had found that their agents and officers, armed with standard six-round revolvers, were getting outgunned by drug dealers with semi-automatic pistols. The Glock's design was a game-changer, featuring a lightweight plastic frame and large-capacity spring-action magazine. Its reliability, accuracy, and affordability made it an attractive option for police agencies and the public alike. The pistol's durability was also notable, able to withstand extreme conditions such as being dropped underwater or left out in the snow. This book offers a compelling account of the Glock's development and marketing, as well as its impact on gun culture in America. It is a chronicle of corporate intrigue, political maneuvering, and the evolution of firearms in the United States.
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