Choate Machine & Tool was founded in 1972 by Garth Choate in Central Arkansas. Choate was one of the first companies to introduce aftermarket accessories such as magazine extensions for shotguns and folding stocks for rifles like the Ruger Mini-14. By 1981, the company began manufacturing OEM parts for major firearm manufacturers, including Smith & Wesson, Remington, Mossberg, and others. Their products, known for their durability and innovation, are all made in the USA and come with a lifetime guarantee​.