Gaston Glock, engineer of Glock pistols, passes away at 94
Photo: Gaston Glock, pioneer of Glock pistols, passes away at 94 (GettyImages)
Gaston Glock, the Austrian engineer who invented the renowned Glock handgun, passed away at 94. The Glock company, acknowledging its significant contributions, stated that Glock's legacy would continue to influence the company's future, according to BBC.
Glock's invention, the Glock handgun, gained widespread usage among armed forces, security personnel, and gun owners globally, as well as notoriety for its use by criminals.
His life was marked by rare public appearances, with significant events including a 2012 publication about his business, a divorce in 2011, and surviving an assassination attempt in the late 1990s.
Despite controversies surrounding the weapon, including its use in high-profile incidents and criticisms from gun-control advocates, Glock maintained a low profile, often residing at his lakefront estate in Austria.
Glock's career
Gaston Glock's journey began with his study in mechanical engineering in Vienna, leading to his founding of a consumer goods business.
Glock (Photo: Getty Images)
The shift to military supplies in the 1980s marked a pivotal moment, as Glock responded to the Austrian army's need for updated pistols. His design of a lightweight 9-millimeter semiautomatic handgun, known for its high capacity and ease of reloading, not only gained the trust of the military and police worldwide but also became a cultural icon in the United States, frequently referenced in Hollywood films and rap music.
In recent months, several talented and famous people have passed away, such as Norman Lear, Ralph Cirella, Friends star Matthew Perry, Andre Braugher, iconic Captain Holt, and Doctor Who actor Richard Franklin.
