The Heritage Arms Rough Rider Big Bore in .45 Colt is a single-action revolver with a blued alloy frame and cocobolo wood grips. The 6-inch barrel, fixed sights, and 6-round cylinder cover target shooting, hunting, and general range use.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Heritage Arms
- Model: Rough Rider
- Series: Big Bore
- Caliber: .45 Colt
- Barrel Length: 6 inches
- Capacity: 6 rounds
- Weight: 36 ounces (2.3 pounds)
- Overall Length: 10.2 inches
- Frame Material: Alloy with blued finish
- Grip Material: Cocobolo wood with stained finish
- Action Type: Single action
- Sights Type: Fixed sights (Open blade front sight)
Features
The single-action trigger breaks at approximately 5.5 lbs, which gives reasonably consistent shot placement. The barrel is steel and rifled with 6 lands and grooves at a 1:16 RH twist rate, which stabilizes .45 Colt bullets well through the 6-inch length. The alloy frame keeps the weight at 36 ounces, substantial but not tiring for extended range sessions. The 10.2-inch overall length is typical for this barrel length in a single-action format.
Cocobolo grips give good hand contact and a clean look. The open blade front sight is quick to acquire and works fine at the distances this revolver is typically used.
Usage
The Rough Rider Big Bore is a workable option for weekend range shooting, outdoor carry where wildlife encounters are a concern, and competition formats that use classic single-action revolvers. New owners will find the single-action format straightforward to learn; experienced shooters will recognize the familiar layout.