The Heritage Rough Rider Small Bore is a single-action .22 revolver that accepts both .22 LR and .22 WMR cylinders, letting shooters swap between rimfire calibers. It has a 4.75-inch barrel, weighs 33.4 oz unloaded, and measures 10.035 inches overall. The bird's head cocobolo grip and the single-action mechanism give it a traditional Western revolver look. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Heritage 
• Model: Rough Rider Small Bore 
• Caliber: .22 LR / .22 Magnum 
• Action: Single Action 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 4.75 inches 
• Overall Length: 10.035 inches 
• Weight (Unloaded): 33.4 oz 
• Sights: Fixed, Rear Notch 
• Grip Type: Bird's Head Cocobolo 
• Safety: Manual 
   

Detailed Features 

The dual-caliber design is the main practical feature: swap cylinders to switch between .22 LR for cheap plinking and .22 WMR for small game or pest control. Single-action means the hammer must be cocked manually before each shot, which slows the rate of fire and encourages deliberate shooting. 
 
Fixed sights work fine for the revolver's intended uses at normal plinking ranges. The bird's head grip shape is comfortable during extended sessions and suits shooters with smaller hands better than a standard straight grip. 
 

Target Audience 

The Rough Rider appeals to new shooters because of the mild recoil and simple manual operation, and to experienced shooters looking for an inexpensive range companion or small game sidearm. The low ammunition cost of .22 LR makes it practical for high-volume practice sessions. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

• Recreational Shooting: Low ammo cost and mild recoil make it well-suited for casual plinking at cans, targets, or informal range sessions. 
• Small Game Hunting: The .22 WMR cylinder extends useful range and terminal performance for squirrel, rabbit, or pest control work. 
• Training: The single-action mechanism trains deliberate trigger management without the cost of centerfire ammunition.

The Heritage Rough Rider's main draw is price and the dual-caliber feature. Most owners are upfront that they bought it as a budget plinking gun, and most report it delivers on that expectation — it runs reliably with .22 LR and .22 WMR, and the accuracy is better than the price suggests.

The single-action design is appreciated for its old-West feel, and the bird's head grip gets positive comments for comfort. Younger shooters and beginners are frequently mentioned as finding it a good starting point given the light recoil.

Criticism centers on build quality relative to more expensive revolvers. Cylinder timing issues and alignment degradation over time show up in some user reports, more often after significant round counts. These are not universal complaints but come up often enough to be worth noting. The single-action mechanism takes getting used to for anyone coming from a double-action revolver.

Overall, the Rough Rider is a fair-value .22 revolver for its price range. Buyers who expect budget-tier build quality and use it for plinking and occasional small game work generally find it satisfying. Those expecting match-grade precision or long-term heavy-use durability will be disappointed.