Description
There is something about a single-action .22 that never gets old. Cock the hammer, line up the sights, squeeze, repeat. The Heritage Rough Rider captures the look and feel of the classic Single Action Army in a scaled-down rimfire package, and this version steps things up with an alloy steel frame dressed in tungsten gray Cerakote. Paired with the black satin cylinder and black polymer star grips, it has a modern, understated look that stands apart from the usual blued or case-hardened finishes, and the Cerakote shrugs off scratches and moisture better than traditional bluing ever will.
Steel Frame Rough Rider, Same Old West Soul
Unlike the standard zinc alloy Rough Rider, the SRR22C4 is built on an alloy steel frame, which bumps the unloaded weight to around 33 ounces. That extra heft settles the gun nicely in the hand and soaks up what little recoil a .22 LR produces, so follow-up shots stay easy and sessions stay comfortable. The 4.75 inch micro-threaded barrel is fitted to the frame for a consistent barrel-to-cylinder gap, and the 1:14 right-hand twist stabilizes standard rimfire loads just fine. Sights are a fixed blade up front with a notch machined into the rear of the frame, simple and rugged, exactly what this style of revolver calls for.
Why the Rough Rider .22 LR Earns Its Keep
This is the gun you grab when the plan is tin cans, steel plates, or teaching someone the fundamentals without burning through expensive ammo. Six rounds of .22 LR, a crisp single-action trigger, and a loading gate that forces you to slow down and enjoy the process. Heritage also builds in a frame-mounted hammer block safety, a practical touch you will not find on most traditional single actions. American made and built for years of cheap trigger time, this tungsten Cerakote Rough Rider is proof that a fun gun does not need to be a fancy one. It just needs to go bang every time you thumb that hammer back.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Heritage Manufacturing
- Model: Rough Rider
- Manufacturer Part Number: SRR22C4
- UPC: 727962708347
- Caliber: .22 LR
- Action: Single Action Only
- Capacity: 6 Rounds
- Barrel Length: 4.75"
- Overall Length: 10.03"
- Height: 5.25"
- Width: 1.50"
- Weight (Unloaded): 33.2 oz
- Twist Rate: 1:14 Right Hand
- Frame Material: Alloy Steel
- Finish: Tungsten Gray Cerakote with Black Satin Cylinder
- Sights: Fixed Front, Notched Rear
What’s Included
- Heritage Rough Rider .22 LR revolver
- Instruction manual
- Factory box
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Heritage Rough Rider .22 LR shoot .22 Short and .22 Long?
Yes. Since .22 Short, Long, and Long Rifle all share the same case diameter, the Rough Rider's .22 LR cylinder will chamber and fire all three. Just keep in mind shorts will foul the chambers a bit more, so give the cylinder a good cleaning afterward.
What makes this SRR22C4 different from the standard Rough Rider?
This model is built on an alloy steel frame instead of the zinc alloy frame used on the standard RR22C4. The steel version weighs about 33 ounces unloaded versus roughly 30 for the alloy gun, giving it a more solid, planted feel in the hand. Both share the same tungsten Cerakote finish and 4.75 inch barrel.
Does the Rough Rider have a safety?
It does. Heritage includes a frame-mounted hammer block safety, which is a feature most traditional single-action revolvers lack. When engaged, it physically blocks the hammer from contacting the firing pin, adding an extra layer of security during loading and handling.
Can I swap the grips on the Heritage Rough Rider?
Yes. The black polymer star grips are removable, and Heritage offers a wide range of factory grip options in wood, laminate, and polymer that fit standard Rough Rider frames. Plenty of aftermarket makers produce compatible grips as well, so customizing the look is easy.





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