The Heritage Rough Rider is a single-action revolver in .22 LR with a 6.5-inch barrel, 6-round capacity, and an overall length of 11.78 inches. It weighs approximately 2 lbs (33.40 oz). The barrel and cylinder have a black oxide steel finish. The grip is black laminate wood. Fixed front and notched rear sights. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Heritage Mfg 
• Model: Rough Rider 
• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Action: Single Action Only (SAO) 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 6.5 inches 
• Overall Length: 11.78 inches 
• Weight: 2 lbs (approximately 33.40 oz) 
• Sights: Fixed front / Notched rear 
• Grip Material: Black laminate wood 
• Finish: Black oxide steel 
   

Detailed Features: 

The single-action mechanism requires manually cocking the hammer before each shot, which gives a crisp, consistent trigger pull. The black oxide finish covers both barrel and cylinder. The black laminate wood grip handles well during extended sessions. At 2 lbs the revolver is light and easy to pass around at the range.

The Rough Rider is one of the more commonly recommended entry-level .22 revolvers, and feedback reflects that. The price is the main draw -- it's affordable enough to be an easy first purchase or a low-stakes range gun. The classic single-action aesthetic appeals to a lot of buyers, and the light recoil and simple operation make it accessible to new shooters and younger shooters particularly.

Accuracy is solid for casual range use, and maintenance is straightforward. The criticisms that come up repeatedly are quality control inconsistencies -- some units have minor finish or mechanical irregularities -- and durability questions about certain components after extended use. These are not universal, but they come up often enough to be worth knowing about. The overall consensus is that it performs well for the price, with expectations calibrated accordingly.