Glock Field Knives: Much knife, little money

Published on July 11, 2008
Duration: 10:01

The Glock Field Knife 78 and Survival Knife 81 offer exceptional value for their low price point, leveraging Glock's signature polymer construction. While designed with a lineage tracing back to bayonets, prioritizing thrusting, their spring steel blades (HRC 55) are durable but require maintenance to prevent rust. The knives are not ideal choppers or slicers in their stock form due to a narrow profile and lack of blade belly, but can be improved with edge reprofiling.

Quick Summary

Glock Field Knife 78 and Survival Knife 81 feature spring steel blades (HRC 55) and polymer construction, offering durability and value. While not ideal for chopping due to their design, they can be improved with edge reprofiling and require oiling to prevent rust.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Glock Brand
  2. 00:28Glock Knife Models Overview
  3. 01:51Design History and Lineage
  4. 03:56Blade Material and Durability
  5. 05:12Performance Limitations
  6. 06:39Edge Geometry and Sharpening
  7. 08:03Handle and Guard Features
  8. 08:56Sheath Design

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Glock Field Knife 78 and Survival Knife 81 made of?

The blades are made of spring steel tempered to 55 HRC, offering good toughness and shock resistance. The handles and sheaths are constructed from Glock's signature durable polymer material.

Are Glock knives good for chopping or slicing?

Due to their narrow profile and light weight, Glock knives are not ideal for heavy chopping. They also lack significant blade belly, making efficient slicing challenging without modifications like edge reprofiling.

What maintenance do Glock knives require?

Since the blades are made of spring steel and are not stainless, they require regular oiling to prevent rust. The polymer components are generally low maintenance.

What is the historical design influence of Glock knives?

The design of Glock knives is rooted in bayonet history, particularly resembling the M6 or M7 bayonets from the Vietnam era, which were designed primarily for thrusting combat.

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