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 | | Its first pistol model was the classic GLOCK 17 (so named because it was the 17th patent of the company), a 9 mm Luger handgun with a 17 round capacity (unusually large at the time), introduced in the early 1980s as a response to the Austrian army asking for a new sidearm. |
 | | The GLOCK 17, like all Glocks, uses a "safe action" semi-double action trigger system along with a striker and its frame is made out of polymer, an advanced plastic. |
 | | The GLOCK 17 is the most widespread pistol used in law enforcement, but is also a very popular military, sports, and self-defense pistol. |
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