A good smith will be able to slick it up and reduce poundage somewhat but it's design is nature of the beast in respect of how much lighter it can be and still have 100% relibility. If you really want the finest dao trigger pull of all time,check out para ordnance LDA series. They usually average between 5.5-6.5 pounds DOUBLE ACTION! I have a couple of them and rely on them with my life and loved 1s lives-that's how much I like them and I could have anything to carry for defense.