The Heritage Mfg Roscoe in .38 SPL +P is a DA/SA revolver with a 2-inch barrel, 5-round cylinder, carbon steel frame with polished black finish, and wood grips. Overall length is 6.50 inches; weight is 23.52 oz (1.5 lbs). Safety is a transfer bar. Sights are fixed. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Heritage Mfg 
• Model: Roscoe 
• Caliber: .38 SPL +P 
• Action Type: DA/SA 
• Barrel Length: 2 inches 
• Overall Length: 6.50 inches 
• Capacity: 5 rounds 
• Weight: 23.52 oz (1.5 lbs) 
• Finish: Black Polished 
• Frame Material: Carbon Steel 
• Grips: Wood 
• Safety: Transfer Bar 
   

Features 

 
The 2-inch barrel makes the Roscoe a compact snub-nose configuration optimized for concealed carry. At 6.50 inches overall and 1.5 pounds, it fits ankle holsters, pocket holsters, and IWB setups without difficulty. The alloy steel barrel and cylinder are durable. Fixed sights are appropriate for the short-barrel defensive use case -- no adjustments needed or expected. The DA/SA action functions for both deliberate and rapid firing. Transfer bar prevents discharge without a full trigger pull. 
 

Usage 

 
The 2-inch Roscoe is a concealed carry and backup revolver. The short barrel is the tradeoff for maximum concealability; at defensive distances this has minimal practical effect on accuracy. Five rounds of .38 Special +P is adequate for personal defense. The revolver action is simple to operate and maintain, which appeals to new shooters and those who want a reliable, low-maintenance carry option.

The Heritage Roscoe in .38 SPL +P with 2-inch barrel and wood grips draws feedback consistent with the snub-nose revolver category.

Compact size and light weight are the primary positives. Owners who carry it note that the 2-inch barrel disappears in most holster setups and doesn't print under clothing.

The classic look -- polished black finish, wood grips -- gets positive mentions from owners who prefer traditional revolver aesthetics.

Ease of operation is cited by new shooters as a draw. The revolver action has fewer steps than a semi-automatic, which some users find more approachable.

Price is described as fair for an entry-level carry revolver.

The DA trigger pull is the most common criticism. The heavier pull on a short barrel revolver requires deliberate technique for accurate shots, particularly at distance. Experienced revolver shooters adapt; beginners may struggle.

Recoil is more noticeable with +P loads in the 2-inch configuration than in longer-barreled revolvers. This is physics rather than a design flaw, but it comes up in discussions.

Some users consider alternatives in the same price range when evaluating features against the Roscoe. The revolver format has tradeoffs in capacity and reload speed compared to compact semi-automatics.