IWI Tavor Maintenance Series: Disassembly

Published on January 30, 2015
Duration: 2:13

This guide details the disassembly process for the IWI Tavor rifle, presented by Brownells. It emphasizes crucial safety checks and provides step-by-step instructions for removing the recoil mechanism, sear mechanism, and bolt assembly. The guide highlights the importance of using specific tools like a 5mm punch and warns against potential component damage if safety procedures are not followed.

Quick Summary

Disassemble your IWI Tavor by first ensuring it's unloaded with the hammer cocked. Use a punch to remove the butt locking pin and then the recoil mechanism. Next, remove the sear mechanism by pushing out its pins and opening the bolt carrier stop lever. Finally, extract the bolt assembly and use a 5mm punch to separate the bolt, firing pin spring, and firing pin.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Safety Check
  2. 00:24Recoil Mechanism Removal
  3. 00:41Sear Mechanism Removal
  4. 01:10Bolt Assembly Disassembly

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you start disassembling an IWI Tavor?

Begin by ensuring the IWI Tavor is unloaded. Remove the magazine and visually/physically inspect the chamber. Crucially, the hammer must be in the cocked position before proceeding with any disassembly steps.

What tools are needed to disassemble the IWI Tavor?

The primary tool mentioned for IWI Tavor disassembly is a punch. Specifically, a 5mm punch is recommended for removing the bolt guiding pin from the carrier. Ensure you have appropriate punches for other pins as well.

What is a critical safety warning during IWI Tavor sear mechanism removal?

A critical warning during the removal of the sear mechanism from the IWI Tavor is to absolutely not release the cocked hammer while the sear is out. Doing so can cause damage to the firearm's housing.

How is the bolt assembly separated in an IWI Tavor?

To separate the bolt assembly in an IWI Tavor, first extract it from the recoil mechanism. Then, use a 5mm punch to remove the bolt guiding pin, which allows for the separation of the bolt assembly, firing pin spring, and firing pin.

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