No spam. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. 6 shot with both cylinders and a 6 barrel. I keep the .22 mag cylinder in mine because I have another .22 LR revolver. Heritage Rough Rider .17 HMR, $229. if you had read all of the responces and my other post's you would see that it is "not" operator error. Deal at Academy. Almost the spitting image of the Single Action Army still be carried by some troops during the Spanish-American War, this latest six-shooter comes chambered in 45 Colt, with a traditional 4.75 barrel, just like the original. I had accidentally loosened the barrel on my Rough Rider. and they said to take it to a gunsmith, but this is a nib pistol and i don't feel like i should take it to a smith to have it working properly. Sometimes after 3-4 rounds it locks up and won't advance the cylinder. Never saw that before on a revolver. Thats for you to decide. I tried all 4 extensions. Unsure of date but in the last of April: I received phone call from Heritage saying firearm could not be repaired, would be destroyed and they would provide replacement. Blue Loctite takes care of that problem. The longer barrel will give you better accuracy at longer ranges, and to complement that, Heritage has released both a fixed and adjustable sight option for their 16 Rough Rider. Toddy, I wish I could, but I can only write about the guns companies will send me. Ronald Reagan. Comes in many designs and customizable parts. It's this mindset that brings you the legendary Rough Rider rimfire revolver - an American-made, single-action classic that pays homage to the Old West.. For making tin cans dance in the back yard . You mentioned the hammer block..I admit i am a big fan of the Transfer bar Ruger uses on their revolvers and the firearm will not fire unless the trigger is fully engagedallowing one to carry a full cylinder. When it arrived it was the wrong one. CCI, Aquila, Remington, Federal, Winchester, some SV some HV. Shoots low left and groups are terrible no matter what Ammo. But theres nothing you wouldnt expect when shooting the Rough Rider. I returned the gun to the dealer on January 15, 2021 for repairs. This started out with a firearm that failed after firing 27 rounds. This gun will shoot 10/10 times. Been trying to contact customer service for days regarding their products and recent purchase. We have had our Heritage RR 6 inch w/adj sights [recommended] and .22 mag cylinder a bunch of years now. Numerous contacts with HERITAGE as to when LAST CONTACT THIS MORNING WITH HERTIAGE WOULD SHIP ONE OUT IN 6 TO 8 WEEKS WHEN THEY GOT ONE IN, THIS IS TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE !!!! If his groups are that bad with all that ammo I dont its really worth the effort to try and fix the sights. Submit. called the manf. The last contact 3 weeks ago said not repairable so under warranty they are sending a new gun to replace it within 7 days. I have had one for several years and it is a ice little gun to shoot. When considering complaint information, please take into account the company's size and volume of transactions, and understand that the nature of complaints and a firm's responses to them are often more important than the number of complaints. Heritage rough rider cylinder lock up issue, https://www.google.com/search?q=herihrome&ie=UTF-8, If this is your first visit, be sure to Any use of this content without express written consent is prohibited. TheKiloG69 9.09K subscribers Subscribe 260 11K views 1 year ago After about a decade of use & well over 1000 rounds my Heritage arms Rough Rider. It was black. Gun deals, hand's on reviews, educational content and news on law changes, every day! The warranty expired a month or so before this happened. Frequently Asked Questions. Can't even call the company directly due to the number no longer being in service. BBB asks third parties who publish complaints, reviews and/or responses on this website to affirm that the information provided is accurate. This gun is fast handling, accurate reliable, and economically priced. The 9-Shot Rough Riders come in 4 and 6-inch barrel lengths and either a .22LR or .22 Lr / .22 WMR Combo cylinder. Come join the discussion about optics, hunting, gunsmithing, styles, ranges, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! They have the same profile as the 6 Shot rough rider but are designed to shoot and accept nine rounds instead of the conventional 6. Heritage Manufacturing has been making rugged, high-quality rimfire revolvers since 1992. I have a 22 ***** rifle and a ******* 22 auto and have no problem with their firing the same bullet. However, they all come in the same type of relatively thin cardboard mailer box. revolver, very heavy duty, but I has issues with the correct timing for each round to fire. 22lr cylinder works perfectly fine, no issues. I believe that Heritage was bought by Taurus some time ago with the expectation that the quality and customer service would benefit. TNVC/NGI Giveaway: 15 winners with over $7000 worth of prizes!! I think the single action does save ammo. So I think the only solution is to buy another one, or two, or three. Heritage Rough Rider Plastic Grip - Texas Flag Grip $24.99 Heritage MFG Quick view Add to Cart Heritage 16" Barrel Holster Open Ended Barrel/Snap off Black $99.99 Hunter Co. Quick view Add to Cart Hunter Leather Co. Western Texas Strap Black Leather Holster 4" Rough Rider RH $94.99 Hunter Co. Shoots low left and groups are terrible no matter what Ammo. I left a voice mail with their customer support day ago and send them an email the day I made the original post. Read somewhere that re-crowning can help. 100 Taurus Way. I sent an email to their customer support the day I made this ticket and I have yet to hear back from them. Cons. Just the silly "safety" bothers me - but not enough to take it out. Several/ most could out shoot me with my own firearms when we were done. You will receive an email every Friday morning featuring the latest chatter from the hottest topics, breaking news surrounding legislation, as well as exclusive deals only available to ARFCOM email subscribers. The finish and hand-fitted grip panels are excellent, and you can add accessories if you want to upgrade your shooting experience. Privacy Policy. You must send in your factory registration card to obtain coverage. . No spinning or excess movement of the cylinder involved. I sent it in to Heritage and got it back in exactly two weeks door to door. Ruger New Model Single Six M617 .17 HMR, $389. GTIN . Im a Boogalooian, weapons are part of my religion. - every Star Wars Nerd with a gun, circa 2019. If it wont group I would just pass. The Academy, here in east Texas, has you fill out the 4473 at the gun counter, but they do not take your money there. File a little, then go test a group. We didnt try the magnum cylinder as neither of us had any Ammo and the local Walmart was sold out. Have the same problem with my Heritage but in the 22mag cylinder. Mass media tells us they are the same thing, that is, unfortunately, not the case. To obtain warranty performance and service, send your product with proof of retail purchase, freight prepaid to: Heritage Manufacturing, Inc. Also it could be the gap between the cylinder and the barrel.after all it is not like a single shot or semiauto that has no such gap..or MAYBE it just happened to be a bad batch of ammo..Either of these could be the or might not be the reason. Two cylinders, magnum and Long Rifle run around 169 dollars. BBB Business Profiles may not be reproduced for sales or promotional purposes. My wife has one and we just bought the WMR cylinder for it. Its one of those guns you have to pace yourself with and take time. Subscribe to our monthly Newsletter to receive firearm news, product discounts from your favorite Industry Partners, and more. Come join the discussion about optics, hunting, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! That could be something to look into if you are used to other single action revolvers thanks for your replies, yes the hammer was in the second "click" position. The hammer also would drag around the third click, as if it was going over a hump. Do you have an opinion regarding this rifle? I appreciated reading your comments- thanks for writing! You can also lock the hammer into four positions, the first click for the original safety, the half-cocked position for loading and unloading, the full-cocked firing position, and the fired position. I had two more of the revolvers on order which I canceled. I do think that every shooter should own some sort of .22 handgun. I usually get handed the gun, to check it out (display model) and it doesn't have a trigger lock on it. I did not see an email or any other way to contact customer service on their web site. There was a gouge in the left inside of the frame. Theyre an affordable yet stunning replica of the famous Colt Single Action Army. Although they do discourage disassembly of the firearm at the counter lol. In my shooting sessions, it does what its supposed to do, and at its price range, its a lot more solid and reliable than I would have expected it to be. It feels like a simple extension of your shooting hand. I have one like Randy. I feel they should have just sent out the gold one, and let me keep the one they accidentally sent. In this regard it . By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. The other two problems I've had was a broken trigger spring and a broken ratchet spring (cylinder hand spring). Heritage Manufacturing Co. 2023 Catalog Download our latest product catalog. We are saddened to share news that long-time forum member and gun rights activist in Pennsylvania, Kim Stolfer, has passed away. Anyone can have a mistake, i just wanted the company to make it right. If it would hit a clay bird or soda can at 50 ft Id be happy. Heritage Manufacturing Inc. reserves the right to field strip, inspect and function test all firearms sent to Heritage Manufacturing Inc. upon receipt or anytime thereafter. You could still find one online, Im sure, if you like that style. Heritage Arms 22 Rough Rider Pistol Fail. See details. Thanks for writing! However, with the Model 617, you get a more modern revolver than the Rough Rider. It is affordable, accurate, and easy to use. However, unlike the Rough Rider, the Ruger New Model Single Six has a transfer bar under the hammer as an added safety precaution when accidentally dropping the firearm and none of that crazy safety that some people find ugly on the Rough Rider. JavaScript is disabled. Saw your post at G/F also.I have the 3'' birdshead no issues and the action got easier to single action even thought of doing an action job early on but after nearley a brick of ammo/no issues the action is sweet.I paid $110 used,at a LGS with the extra mag cyl. From a distance, this gun looks neat and dated. Heritage Rough Rider . Join 212,000 avid gun enthusiasts and claim your print-at-home shooting drills. Very good review! First I must say I have not handled this breed/brandBut I would have if they were available..Years ago in the early 1980s or so I got a Ruger Single Six Convertible 4.5 inch barrel. Apparently their customer service is about as strong as their springs. Theres a modern thumb safety on the left side of the hammer with a red dot indicator to indicate the safety is off. I called a Heritage a couple times, checking on item. Locks up tight and timing seems good. The 2 most common problems of Heritage Rough Riders that's been brought to me to fix (out of about 2 dozen), are timing and cylinder latch issues. The best of the American Wild West is back. Thanks for writing! Guns help prevent an estimated 67,740 crimes a year, according to the Bureau of Justice Statistics. Your personal data will be used to support your experience throughout this website and to manage access to your account. Does the hammer have a loading position? Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. Length of Rifling Twist: 1 Turn in 16 inches RH. The holster will fit any revolver with up to a 6 barrel and comes with an ammo belt that can hold up to 24 rounds. Moreover, calling the magazine a Having the best rifle and ammo wont matter if you have a terrible magazine. and they said to take it to a gunsmith, but this is a nib pistol and i don't feel like i should take it to a smith to have it working properly. Cookie Notice [ARCHIVED THREAD] - Heritage Rough Rider problems. I've never bought a firearm from them, but I hear that they have their own paperwork, in addition to the 4473, that you must fill out. Like them all for what they are. You make a lot of sense more folks should try a .22 before graduating to bigger calibers for everyday pest control, etc. I have one in my collection that I put right at 63-64 years old, it is the oldest and shoots fine.Good luck. i also have a ruger single six, wrangler and bearcat, but like my the hrr for what it is: an excellent value, easy-learning handgun. Affordable and efficient, the single-action rimfire revolver is made with every shooter in mind and inspired by the originals. Lets look at the two guns now. I purchased a 22 Heritage Rough Rider earlier in2022. 22wmr and staged in our basement, the missus noted it the only place in the house where a firearm isnt immediately handy, and as she is down there for the laundry it seems a good ideafor us the bottom line on this gun is if it ever wears out we will simply buy another one, we like it that much. Long-range tactical precision is being able to fire a weapon over an extremely long distance without affecting the direct surroundings. Have been calling for 2 weeks and phone just goes into a recording that no one is available. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. Your ace in the hole pulled right out of the Old West. The Heritage Rancher Carbine is Heritages version of a rifle revolver. Sights are the non adjustable type. Another thing it could be bigbuddy21. Hi! . It features a full walnut wood stock and sixteen-inch barrel, which means the Rough Rider Rancher is actually a six-shooter carbine with an overall length of thirty-tow-inches. I got it in 2014 i thinkyou do have to work the action and hammer just right to get it to spin for loading/ re loading, but once you get it it shouldn't be a problem.