GLOCK FM 81 KNIFE

The Glock FM 81 is a fixed blade field and survival knife featuring a 165 mm spring steel blade with a robust saw on the spine. Weighing approximately 202 grams, this knife combines a durable construction, a good grip, and an included polymer sheath.

Suitable for use in

• Hiking and camping

• As part of bushcraft and survival gear

• Everyday cutting tasks in hunting camps

• Cutting rope, packaging, and plant material

• Processing smaller branches and making notches

• Emergency kit for vehicles or gear bags

• As a field or work knife

• For users who prefer a fixed blade and a separate saw on the spine

Why choose the Glock FM 81?

• 165 mm fixed spring steel blade

• Robust saw on the blade spine

• Blade hardness approximately 55 HRC

• Protective electrophoretic blade finish

• Durable polymer handle

• Deep transverse grip grooves

• Ambidextrous finger guard

• Bottle opener integrated into the finger guard

• Polymer sheath included

• Moderate weight of 202 g

• Manufactured for demanding outdoor use

Technical specifications

• Manufacturer: Glock

• Model: FM 81

• Product type: fixed blade field and survival knife

• Overall length: 290 mm

• Blade length: 165 mm

• Weight: approximately 202 g

• Blade material: spring steel

• Blade hardness: approximately 55 HRC

• Blade finish: electrophoretic protective coating

• Blade construction: straight cutting edge and saw on the spine

• Handle material: polymer

• Handle surface: with transverse grip grooves

• Finger guard: ambidextrous

• Bottle opener: yes

• Sheath: polymer

• Handle color: depends on the specific sales variant

• Country of manufacture: Austria

Included in the set

• Glock FM 81 fixed blade knife

• Glock polymer sheath

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the FM 81 differ from the FM 78 model?

The FM 81 has a robust saw on the blade spine. The FM 78 uses a similar core design but does not have a saw.

Is the Glock FM 81 stainless?

The manufacturer specifies the blade as spring steel, not stainless steel. The protective coating improves surface durability, but a wet knife should still be cleaned and dried.

Can the blade be sharpened with a regular knife sharpener?

The straight cutting edge can be sharpened with a suitable stone or sharpener. The saw spine requires a different technique and should not be sharpened with a regular pull-through sharpener.

Does the knife come with a sheath?

Yes. The FM 81 set includes Glock’s durable polymer sheath.

Can I choose the color of the handle?

Glock produces the FM 81 model with black, grey, green, and Flat Dark Earth handle colors. The exact color of the sales variant should be checked before ordering.

When is the Glock FM 81 the right choice?

The FM 81 is suitable for users who want a strong and simple fixed blade outdoor tool and also need a saw on the blade spine in addition to the cutting edge. It is a practical choice for camp, forest, and emergency gear.

For fine wood carving, a thinner and shorter blade may be more precise. For cutting larger branches, a separate hand saw will work faster than the FM 81’s saw spine, and for food or fish processing, a knife with a specialized geometry is recommended.

Recommendation

The strength of the Glock FM 81 lies in its simple and reliable construction. Use the straight edge for regular cutting tasks and the saw spine for notching or processing plant material. The saw does not replace a full-sized branch saw but adds a useful function to the knife when a separate tool is not available.

After use in wet or salty environments, clean the blade, dry it thoroughly, and apply a thin layer of suitable maintenance oil to the steel. Also check the inside of the sheath, as residual moisture and dirt can damage the finish. When sharpening, only work on the cutting edge at the correct angle and leave the saw spine to a specialist if needed.

Durable outdoor knife with saw spine

The Glock FM 81 offers a 165 mm spring steel blade, a practical saw, and a robust polymer sheath in a compact 202-gram package. It is a reliable companion for the forest, camp, and hiking gear.