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S&W 79G Trigger Work and Seals - How difficult?

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SpringerGuy:
Hey Guys,

I am considering re-sealing my 79G. Not sure if I am the right man for the job. I watched a few Youtube videos - everything looks easy on the videos. I tried to re-seal my Crosman 150 and I succeeded after the 12th attempt. So, could someone who has re-sealed a 79G explain the level of difficulty and possible problems to me, also, my trigger is non-adjustable, and the pull is long, slow, and heavy. Can I install an adjustable trigger? If I can't install an adjustable trigger, is there any way, I can lighten the trigger pull somehow? Pics below show it's a pretty clean pistol with a few small nicks.
I have only been seriously collecting and/or repairing vintage air pistols for 18 months. I do not have much experience, but I am trying to learn. Thank you for any suggestions or guidance you wish to provide about your S&W 79G experiences. Thanks!
Kindest Regards
Randy

buellm2:
Just bought a 79G so I'll be following.

bantam5s:
They're extremely easy in my opinion,  I had absolutely zero issues that I can recall.

Swissairgun:
Had no issue to replace the seals on my 79G. The little one in the piercing cap is a fiddle as the split pin can be tricky to remove. I replaced the poppet valve on mine too. Works a treat!
Cannot comment on whether the trigger can be made adjustable.

eeler1:
Reaching deep into the memory banks, seems the adjustable triggers had problems with firing unexpectedly,  hence the switch to non-adjustable?  You might try different springs if the weight is what you don't like, and/or an over-travel stop.  Mike Baker here on the GTA (posts as 'Mike Baker') could probably help with getting you the correct seals and poppet.

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