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French MAS 48/56 Disassembly

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posted on July 15, 2012

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Bolt Cover

Depress the bolt cover latch (6) found on the back of the receiver (79), and push the bolt cover (5) forward.

Bolt Carrier Assembly

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Bolt Carrier Assembly

Pull the cocking handle/bolt/bolt carrier (3) assembly to the rear and pull up to withdraw the assembly.

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Bolt Carrier

Separate the bolt from the bolt carrier.

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