Glocks

Polymer-framed handguns

Glocks are semiautomatic pistols made by the Austrian manufacturer Glock.

Known for their polymer frames and reliability, they became standard police and military sidearms worldwide.

In hip-hop and street slang, Glock often stands in for any handgun: He was carrying a Glock.

The plural appears in lyrics celebrating or warning about gun culture.

firearm

pistol

Compact one-handed firearm

magazine · trigger · slide · barrel · holster · concealed carry · sidearm · polymer · striker-fired · ammunition

brand

Austrian

From the Alpine republic

military contract · reliability · durability · model · series · aftermarket · accessories · factory · trademark

culture

hip-hop

Rhythmic spoken-word music

status symbol · flex · trap music · slang · shooters · strapped · heat · piece · burner · hood

Opposites
firearm mechanism/design

Glocksrevolvers

Cylinder-fed handguns

derringers · muzzleloaders · flintlock pistols · six-shooters · bolt-action rifles

weapon vs. non-weapon

Glocksolive branches

Emblems of truce

white flags · shields · bulletproof vests · body armor · peace symbols

cultural symbolism

Glockspeace signs

V-shaped hand signals

doves · olive branches · flower power · prayer beads · yoga mats

Phrases
  • Glock 19Compact semi-automatic pistol
  • Glock 17Polymer-framed semiautomatic pistol
Family

Glock

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Timeless · Concrete · Negative · Everyday, not technical · Rated PG-13