Heritage Rough Rider 9″ 6-Shot Cocobolo Revolver

About this product

What is the Heritage Rough Rider 9″ 6-Shot Cocobolo Revolver? It's a single-action rimfire revolver with a 9-inch barrel, zinc-alloy frame, and cocobolo hardwood grips designed for precise, traditional-range shooting. This configuration mimics classic Western designs while keeping weight manageable at 33.4 ounces. The adjustable sights and six-round cylinder make it a practical choice for disciplined plinking and target work.

What is the Heritage Rough Rider used for?

Primarily for informal target shooting and skill-building with rimfire ammunition. I've deployed it for 22LR zeroing drills where its 9-inch sight radius provides a consistent 3-inch five-shot group at 25 yards from a supported position. It's not a defensive tool—this is a range toy for shooters who appreciate the deliberate cadence of a single-action trigger and want to practice fundamentals without burning through centerfire ammo costs. You'll see it most often on cowboy-action rimfire stages or as a suppressor host for backyard plinking.

How does the Heritage Rough Rider compare to the Ruger Wrangler?

The Rough Rider gives you a longer sight radius and adjustable sights for about $50 less than a base-model Wrangler. Where the Ruger's all-steel frame feels more substantial (and heavier at 36 oz), the Heritage's zinc-alloy construction keeps weight down to 33.4 oz while maintaining point-of-impact consistency across 200-round sessions. The Ruger's transfer-bar safety system is mechanically superior for drop safety, but the Heritage's manual hammer block provides adequate security for range use—just don't carry it loaded.

What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?

Weighs 33.4 ounces (946 grams) with an overall length of 14.29 inches. The 9-inch barrel gives you a sight radius of 8.75 inches from rear notch to front blade, which is three inches longer than the standard 4.75-inch Rough Rider model. At its widest point across the cylinder, it measures 1.75 inches—thin enough for most pistol cases but requiring a dedicated holster due to that extended barrel length.

Who is this NOT for?

Anyone seeking a defensive firearm or fast-handling sidearm. The single-action mechanism requires manual cocking for every shot, with a consistent 4.5-pound trigger break that's precise but slow for practical applications. If you need rapid follow-up shots or instinctive point shooting, look at our Stevens 334 in .308 Win for a similarly priced but fundamentally different tool. This revolver also isn't for heavy magnum use—the zinc-alloy frame handles standard and high-velocity .22LR but won't tolerate thousands of rounds of hyper-velocity ammunition without accelerated wear.

What's in the box?

One revolver, one six-round cylinder, and basic paperwork. Unlike some competitors, Heritage doesn't include a second .22 Magnum cylinder standard with this model—that's a $40-$60 accessory purchase separately. Expect no case, cleaning kit, or lock beyond basic compliance items. The grip panels are properly fitted fresh from the factory with no discernible gaps against the frame, but the bluing shows typical production-line tool marks under direct light.

Is the Heritage Rough Rider worth it at $206.99?

Yes, for its specific niche as an inexpensive long-barrel plinker. At this price point, you're getting 80% of the shooting experience of a $400 single-action revolver with 100% of the mechanical function. The money saved covers 500 rounds of .22LR and a simple holster—exactly what this platform needs to fulfill its purpose. When evaluated against similarly priced .22 pistols like the TX22 or Mark IV, the Rough Rider offers slower operation but superior sight picture discipline training.