A couple of years ago I inherited my grandfathers 99. I absolutely love it, but I am having a problem. As I have tried to learn more about the 99s I've watched a number of videos showing people cycle, or "cock" the lever. In every case it appears the 99 cocks just a smooth as can be, almost effortlessly. When I cock mine I get some resistance. It starts right when the hammer draws back the main spring. It's not so stiff that have to drop it off my shoulder for leverage, but it is not any where near as smooth as I have seen on other 99s.

Any suggestions on how to fix this, or this just normal?

Thanks,

John