Description
There's a reason the Heritage Rough Rider has become one of the most popular rimfire revolvers out there. It takes the look and feel of the legendary Single Action Army, shrinks it down to .22 LR scale, and delivers that classic cowboy experience without the classic cowboy price of admission. This version wears a 6.5-inch barrel, a blued finish, and genuine cocobolo wood grips that give it a warmth and character you don't usually find in this price range.
Why the Rough Rider Keeps Winning People Over
The 6.5-inch barrel is the sweet spot for this platform. You get a long sight radius that makes the fixed blade front and notch rear sights easier to line up, plus a little extra velocity out of your .22 ammo. The machined barrel is micro-threaded into the frame for a consistent barrel-to-cylinder gap, and the cylinder locks up tight with well-timed action. At around 33 ounces, it has enough heft to sit steady in the hand while staying light enough for a full day at the range.
Built for Plinking, Small Game, and Teaching New Hands
Single-action operation means you cock the hammer for every shot, which slows things down in the best way. It's a natural fit for teaching new folks the fundamentals, since every trigger pull is deliberate. The manual hammer block safety includes a red dot indicator so you can tell at a glance when the revolver is ready to fire, a nice touch you won't find on the old originals. Between soft-shooting .22 LR, six rounds on tap, and that flat-sided hammer styling, it handles everything from tin cans and steel spinners to small game duty.
Heritage Rough Rider RR22B6 at a Glance
This is the RR22B6 configuration: .22 LR chambering, 6-round cylinder, 6.5-inch barrel, black finish, and cocobolo grips. Simple, dependable, and genuinely fun to shoot. If you've been wanting a wheelgun that lets you burn through a brick of rimfire without wincing at the cost, this one has earned its reputation.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Heritage Manufacturing
- Model: Rough Rider
- MPN: RR22B6
- UPC: 727962500309
- Caliber: .22 LR
- Action: Single Action Only
- Capacity: 6 Rounds
- Barrel Length: 6.5 in
- Overall Length: 11.78 in
- Weight: 33.4 oz
- Grips: Cocobolo Wood
- Sights: Fixed Blade Front, Notch Rear
- Finish: Black/Blued
- Frame Material: Alloy
- Safety: Hammer Block with Red Dot Indicator
What’s Included
- Heritage Rough Rider .22 LR revolver
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Heritage Rough Rider a good first revolver?
It's one of the most common recommendations for a first wheelgun, and for good reason. The single-action design makes every shot deliberate, .22 LR recoil is next to nothing, and ammo is cheap enough to practice as much as you want. The red dot safety indicator is also a helpful visual cue for newer folks learning safe handling habits.
Does the RR22B6 come with a .22 WMR cylinder?
No, this model ships with the .22 LR cylinder only. Heritage does make combo versions of the Rough Rider that include both a .22 LR and a .22 WMR cylinder, so if you want magnum capability, look for one of those variants instead.
How accurate is the Rough Rider with a 6.5-inch barrel?
The longer barrel gives you a generous sight radius, which makes it noticeably easier to shoot well than the shorter versions. The barrel is micro-threaded into the frame for a consistent barrel-to-cylinder gap, and most owners find it plenty accurate for plinking, steel targets, and small game at reasonable distances. Like most rimfires, it can be a little picky, so try a few ammo brands to find what it likes best.
How does the safety work on the Heritage Rough Rider?
It uses a manual hammer block safety mounted in the recoil shield, operated by a small lever near the hammer. A red dot indicator shows when the revolver is set to fire. It's an added layer of protection you won't find on traditional single-action designs, though standard safe handling rules always apply.





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