340pd Help!!!!!!

[625-2]

Ok so here is my problem. I took my 340pd apart to remove the internal lock. No problems there, I have done it on 4 other S&W's. The problem I am having is when I went to put it back together the "Hand" came off and I am having problems getting it back on. There is a small spring inside the trigger that came out and I am unsure of how it goes back in. If anybody can help me save a trip to the gunsmith I sure would appreciate it!

 

[Joni_Lynn]

You'll probably need to remove the trigger to be able to manipulate the spring inside the trigger which contacts the hand.
I can't do it without removing it.

Welcome to the forum.

 

[625-2]

Thanks for the info and the welcome! Does the coiled portion of the spring face down or up? One end is longer than the other. Which way does it go in??? Sorry for all the questions but this is the first time I've ever had to deal with this. Thanks in advance!

 

[HEADKNOCKER]

Here's a thread from not too far down with the info required for a MIM hand spring reinstalation with pics..
http://smith-wessonforum.com/s-w-smithing/89800-how-does-hand-spring-fit-442-642-a.html

 

[625-2]

Thanks for the help!!! I got it back together after a few choice words!