Glock 17 Gen1 experience

[splithoof]

I need me a Glock Knife for my collection now and maybe if they become discontinued at some point I am sure they would rise in value too.

Midway USA occasionally sells them for $25, in the different color options. I bought a set of eight in mixed colors, to use as steak knives when I occasionally host BBQ for our liberal relatives. They arrive razor sharp, hold an edge, and are easily cleaned in the dishwasher.
The entertainment value alone is worth way more than what we spent.

[golfrj]

When they switched out the Black Internals did they return them to You? Hope So!

[Rogerbutthead]

Midway USA occasionally sells them for $25, in the different color options. I bought a set of eight in mixed colors, to use as steak knives when I occasionally host BBQ for our liberal relatives. They arrive razor sharp, hold an edge, and are easily cleaned in the dishwasher.
The entertainment value alone is worth way more than what we spent.

So you have eight fighting knives in your silverware drawers?

LOL

[splithoof]

So you have eight fighting knives in your silverware drawers?

LOL

Yes.
And when I host an annual camping trip and BBQ fest at the beach, we bring out a number of bayonets as well (all of which were purchased as "new" surplus).

[Che762x39]

I picked up this G17 Gen 1 with the idea that I could actually shoot and enjoy it despite being a bit of a rare piece.

Nice fine. 30 years ago I was not interested in Glock but this old dog learned a new trick. They are very nice.

Turners had a G17 Gen 1 for $600 but I was a day late and a dollar short. I think I rather have a gen 1 than pay the CA Premium for somebody's Gen 5. I am very impressed thank you for sharing.

[Rogerbutthead]

You guys did see this recent thread - right? http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/s....php?t=1516786 A fellow Cal Gunner picked up a Gen 1 for 350 bucks. I believe that reinforced the idea in my mind that Gen 1 Glocks were out there at near the same price paid back 25+ years ago when they were new. Do they sell for 600 on average when you can find them - ? Doesn't seem much higher than the Glocks being sold new at stores now, but I have not been paying much attention to Glock pricing for quite a while.

[omega]

I wonder if the Polymer back in 1987 is the same type as the one they use today?

it seems like it's holding well after over 32 years

they also make a Glock E tool (folding shovel) this would go good with your survival kit , something light to carry on your pack

[AFTII]

Why does everybody seem to have a Rolex except for me?

I got my Rolex in Tijuana.

[Maht_g]

I wonder if the Polymer back in 1987 is the same type as the one they use today?

it seems like it's holding well after over 32 years

they also make a Glock E tool (folding shovel) this would go good with your survival kit , something light to carry on your pack

Splithoof could use that to dish the beans at his bbqs!!

[Rogerbutthead]

Or portable lavatory maker at his beach events.

[B.J.F.]

I got my Folex in Tijuana.