Description
There is something about a single action rimfire that never gets old. Cock the hammer, line up the notch, squeeze, repeat. The Heritage Rough Rider SRR22A6 takes that simple pleasure and gives it a serious upgrade, because this is one of Heritage's steel frame models. Instead of the alloy frame found on standard Rough Riders, you get an alloy steel frame and barrel wearing a Burnt Bronze Cerakote finish, set off by a black satin cylinder and black polymer grips. The result looks sharp, feels solid in the hand, and tips the scale around 35.6 ounces unloaded, which gives the gun a planted, big-bore kind of heft that a lot of folks prefer over the lighter versions.
Why the Steel Frame Rough Rider Feels Different
That extra weight is not just for show. A heavier revolver sits steadier on target, and with essentially zero recoil from .22 LR, the SRR22A6 stays glued to the sights shot after shot. The 6.5 inch barrel with a 1:14 right hand twist stretches the sight radius, which makes the fixed blade front and notched rear sights easier to shoot well, whether you are ringing steel, thinning out pests around the property, or just making tin cans jump. The micro-threaded barrel is fitted to the frame for a tight barrel-to-cylinder gap, so you get the most out of your ammo.
Classic Single Action, Modern Touches
The Rough Rider carries the look and feel of the legendary Single Action Army in a scaled down rimfire package, complete with an exposed flat-sided hammer. Heritage adds a frame-mounted manual safety with a red dot indicator, a practical touch for new revolver owners and a feature you can simply leave off if you prefer to run it the traditional way.
Rough Rider SRR22A6 at the Range
Six rounds of cheap, quiet .22 LR at a time means you can shoot all afternoon without wincing at the ammo bill. It is a fantastic trainer for new handgunners, a fun plinker for experienced hands, and a good-looking piece of Americana built by Heritage in Bainbridge, Georgia. Load one, skip one, and enjoy one of the most satisfying trigger pulls in the rimfire world.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Heritage Manufacturing
- Model: Rough Rider Steel
- Manufacturer Part Number: SRR22A6
- UPC: 727962708309
- Caliber: .22 LR
- Action: Single Action Only
- Capacity: 6 Rounds
- Barrel Length: 6.5 in
- Frame and Barrel Material: Alloy Steel
- Finish: Burnt Bronze Cerakote
- Cylinder Finish: Black Satin
- Grips: Black Polymer
- Sights: Fixed Blade Front, Notched Rear
- Twist Rate: 1:14 RH
- Overall Length: 11.78 in
- Weight (Unloaded): 35.6 oz
What’s Included
- Heritage Rough Rider SRR22A6 revolver with .22 LR cylinder
- Owner's manual
- Factory box
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the SRR22A6 different from a standard Rough Rider?
The big difference is the frame material. Standard Rough Riders use a zinc alloy frame, while the SRR22A6 is built on an alloy steel frame with a matching steel barrel. That bumps the unloaded weight to around 35.6 ounces, giving it a more solid, planted feel that a lot of folks associate with full-size single actions.
Can the Heritage Rough Rider SRR22A6 shoot .22 WMR?
No, this specific model ships with a single .22 LR cylinder only. Heritage does offer combo versions of the Rough Rider that include both .22 LR and .22 WMR cylinders, so if magnum capability matters to you, look for one of those SKUs instead.
Does the Rough Rider have a safety?
Yes, Heritage includes a frame-mounted manual safety with a red dot indicator that shows when the gun is ready to fire. It is a nice feature for newer revolver owners, and if you prefer running it the old-fashioned way, you can simply leave it disengaged and handle it like any traditional single action.
Is the 6.5 inch barrel worth it over the shorter versions?
For most range and small game use, yes. The longer barrel stretches the sight radius, which makes the fixed sights noticeably easier to shoot accurately, and it squeezes a bit more velocity out of .22 LR. If you want a more compact package for a tackle box or trail carry, the 4.75 inch version might suit you better, but the 6.5 inch is the sweet spot for plinking and target work.





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