Disassemble an Ak 47

The AK-47 assault rifle is a popular firearm with a rich history. Like any other firearm the AK-47 requires regular maintenance. Follow these steps to safely and efficiently field-strip an AK-47.

Steps

1. Make sure the firearm is unloaded, and the magazine is removed. Pull back the charging handle to eject any loaded rounds
2. Remove the cleaning rod located at the front of the rifle below the barrel.
3. Remove the bolt cover by pressing the button on the back of the bolt cover forward. This may take a little jiggling, but mostly just use a constant pressure pulling the cover up and back (toward the comb and up).
4. Remove the bolt spring. Press the same button toward the front of the gun, sliding it out of its channel. Remove by pulling it backward.
5. Pull out the bolt and charging handle.
6. Use the cleaning kit tool to unlock the gas tube (the lever on the side of your rear sight). The lever should be pointing at a right angle to the barrel.
7. Remove the gas tube.
8. At this point, you may clean your firearm with various solvents or oils. In my experience, Hoppe's gun oil is one of the best.
9. Perform these steps in reverse order to re-assemble your firearm. If you get stuck, find an online forum to assist you.

Tips

• This takes practice. There are several websites designed to assist you if you have trouble.
• The bolt cover can be difficult to replace. Simply place it in the correct position and apply firm downward force at the back of it until it clicks into place, with the button sticking out of its back where it did originally.
• The gas tube doesn't need to be cleaned as frequently as the chamber, bolt, or barrel.

Warnings

• Always be sure the firearm is unloaded.
• Treat firearms with care and respect, as they are dangerous. Always treat them as if they are loaded (keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction at all times).

Things You'll Need

• Original cleaning tool kit, or pliers
• Solvents and oils
• Patches, and cleaning rods (if you plan on also cleaning your firearm)

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Sources and Citations

• http://www.ak-47.net
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AK-47
• http://www.gunsnet.net/Linx310/index.shtml - excellent set of tutorials

See also

• Choose a Rifle
• Properly Shoot an Assault Rifle
• Aim a Rifle
• Use a Bolt Action Rifle
• Own a Rifle
• Snipe or Be a Marksman With a Rifle
• Maintain a Rifle
• Calculate Distances With a Mil Dot Rifle Scope
• Sight the Scope of a Rifle in and Zero It
• Sight In a Rifle

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