New IWI Jericho II / Jericho Enhanced Tabletop Review and Field Strip

Published on May 22, 2020
Duration: 14:01

This guide details the field stripping procedure for the IWI Jericho II (Jericho Enhanced) pistol, as demonstrated by a high-level subject matter expert. The process involves a detailed mechanical disassembly, highlighting the pistol's features like its polymer frame, DA/SA action, and CZ-style slide rails. Proper maintenance and understanding of the firearm's internals are emphasized for safe and reliable operation.

Quick Summary

The IWI Jericho II (Jericho Enhanced) is a DA/SA pistol featuring a metal-reinforced polymer frame, CZ-style slide rails, and improved ergonomics. It uses 17-round Mec-Gar magazines and boasts a smoother safety lever and enhanced grip texturing. Field stripping involves unloading, removing the magazine, releasing the slide, and then removing the recoil spring and barrel.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Location
  2. 00:52Jericho History and Clones
  3. 01:47Unboxing and Manual
  4. 02:32Magazine Analysis
  5. 04:14External Features and Trigger
  6. 07:07Field Strip and Internals
  7. 09:30Chamber Support Test
  8. 11:49Safety and Ergonomics

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the IWI Jericho II (Jericho Enhanced)?

The IWI Jericho II (Jericho Enhanced) is a DA/SA pistol with a polymer frame, CZ-style slide rails, and improved ergonomics. It utilizes 17-round Mec-Gar magazines and features a smoother safety lever and enhanced grip texturing similar to the IWI Masada.

How do you field strip the IWI Jericho II?

Field stripping involves ensuring the firearm is unloaded, removing the magazine, pulling down the slide lock lever to release the slide, removing the slide from the frame, then removing the recoil spring assembly and barrel from the slide. Reassembly is in reverse order.

What ammunition was used for testing the IWI Jericho II?

The IWI Jericho II was tested using Nosler Match Grade 9mm ammunition. This was specifically used to perform a chamber support safety check, highlighting the importance of ensuring the firearm can safely handle high-pressure loads.

What is the history behind the Jericho pistol?

The Jericho pistol has a 25-year history and numerous clones, including those manufactured by Sarsilmaz. The Enhanced model represents a facelift with ergonomic updates, building on this established lineage.

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