Heritage Rough Rider .22 LR Revolver, 4.75 in, Nickel, 6rd

The Heritage Rough Rider .22 LR Revolver, 4.75 in, Nickel, 6rd is a single-action rimfire revolver that delivers reliable, low-cost shooting for urban self-defense practice and apartment-friendly pest control. With a 4.75-inch barrel, six-shot cylinder, and nickel finish, this revolver keeps it simple: no safeties to fumble, no mags to lose. Just load, cock, and fire. Heritage Arms builds this as an entry-level wheelgun that holds up to thousands of rounds, and at $143.75, it’s one of the most affordable ways to get a dedicated .22 LR revolver on your nightstand or range bag.

Key Features

• Classic Single-Action Design — WHY IT MATTERS: You manually cock the hammer for each shot, which forces you to slow down and aim. That builds better fundamentals for any handgun, including your carry piece.
• Nickel Finish — WHY IT MATTERS: This finish resists corrosion from sweat, humidity, and range solvents. No rust worries when you store it in a nightstand drawer or range bag for weeks at a time.
• Fixed Sights — WHY IT MATTERS: No adjustments needed. The front blade and rear notch are zeroed from the factory for .22 LR at common self-defense distances (7-15 yards). You draw, you point, you hit.
• 6-Round Capacity — WHY IT MATTERS: Six shots is enough for a cylinder load of practice or a quick mag dump of pest control. And with .22 LR, you can afford to shoot all six without flinching at the ammo bill.
• Exposed Hammer — WHY IT MATTERS: You can thumb-cock it for precise single-action shots, or use the half-cock notch for safe carry. No decocker needed — just lower the hammer manually.

Who It’s For

This revolver is for the urban CCW holder who wants a cheap, fun trainer that mirrors a single-action revolver’s manual of arms. Apartment dwellers use it for light pest control (rats, snakes) on balconies or in garages. New shooters get a simple, safe platform to learn trigger control and sight alignment without breaking the bank. If you own a centerfire revolver, this .22 LR version lets you practice the same draw-and-fire motion at a fraction of the cost.

Pros & Cons

Pros:

• Extremely affordable — under $150 for a new, shootable revolver
• Runs on cheap .22 LR ammo; 500 rounds cost less than a box of 9mm defense loads
• Nickel finish is low-maintenance and looks sharp
• Simple internals — field strip with a screwdriver, no gunsmith needed

Honest Drawback: The single-action trigger pull is heavy and long out of the box — typically around 4-5 pounds — and the fixed sights are basic. For serious target work, you’ll want to replace the rear sight with an aftermarket adjustable unit (like a Williams FireSight). Also, the cylinder release is a bit stiff when new; break-in takes about 200 rounds.

Comparison

The Rough Rider beats the Ruger Wrangler on price by nearly half, and while the Wrangler has a transfer-bar safety, the Rough Rider’s half-cock notch is equally reliable if you follow safe handling. The North American Arms Earl is a pocket-sized backup, but its tiny barrel makes it a poor choice for range practice or pest control. For the money, the Rough Rider gives you the most barrel, capacity, and finish for the lowest cost.

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Last updated: April 2026