folding stocks

Let get serious here. For what real practical reason would you need a folding stock. The only people in the military who have needs for folding stocks are Paratroopers and Troops in Armored Vehicles. And the stock gets unfolded as soon as the rifle is out. Why are there so many rifles with...

Does anyone have a folding stock on their AK-47? If so, what is the brand name of the stock, do you like it, does it work ok? I am interesting in a stock that folds to the left so it does not interfere with the safety and bolt operation of the AK. Years ago I read an article that made perfect...