Ultra-compact AR-pattern pistol produced by La France Specialties of San Diego, California. Created by Tim La France by cutting down M16 receivers and installing short barrels, predating the commercial AR pistol market by decades. Type: Pistol Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: .223 Rem Capacity: 20 Year introduced: 1985, USA Weight: 4.8 oz Overall length: 16.5" Status: Discontinued Intended use: Collecting, Special Operations