Description
The Heritage Rough Rider Nickel Star 6in is a revolver chambered in 22 LR with a 6.5-inch barrel.
Heritage Rough Rider Nickel Star 6in Overview
22 revolver styled after the classic six-shooters of the Old West. 22 WMR cylinder. Revolvers remain popular because they are simple to operate and very forgiving. There is no slide to rack and no magazine to seat, and a misfire is cleared by simply pulling the trigger again. The trade-off is capacity and reload speed, so a few speedloaders or moon clips are worth adding. Practice the double action trigger pull regularly, because a smooth, steady press is the key to accuracy with any wheelgun.
Design and Features
The Rough Rider has an alloy frame on most models, a hammer-block manual safety, fixed or adjustable sights depending on version and a wide choice of grips and finishes. For carry, choose a holster that covers the trigger guard and holds the cylinder snugly, and practice reloading with speedloaders or speed strips until the motion is smooth. Keep the cylinder and forcing cone clean, since lead and carbon build up there first, and inspect the timing occasionally by watching the cylinder lock up as the hammer falls.
Handling and Carry
It is an affordable, fun plinker and trail gun that teaches the fundamentals of single action shooting.
Trigger and Controls
The single action trigger is light and crisp once the hammer is cocked, and the manual thumb safety adds an extra layer of protection.
Sights and Optics
The factory sights give a clear, quick sight picture, and an optic-ready slide (where fitted) lets you add a red dot whenever you are ready.
The 22 LR Cartridge
The 22 LR is the most affordable cartridge to shoot, with almost no recoil and little noise.
Setup and Accessories
Pick a holster made for your revolver’s frame size and barrel length, and add speedloaders or speed strips so you can reload quickly.
Ownership Tips
Read the owner’s manual fully before your first range trip, and keep the manual, box, and receipt with your records for warranty service and resale. Unload the revolver and confirm it is empty before cleaning. Field-strip it according to the owner’s manual, scrub the bore with a brush and patches, and wipe carbon from the breech face and slide rails. Apply a light coat of quality gun oil to the contact points, and wipe the exterior with a lightly oiled cloth before storage.
Product Notes
Heritage does not list this exact configuration on its site, so the details above come from the distributor listing and the Heritage Rough Rider family. Contact us if you need to confirm a detail before ordering.
State Laws
Magazine capacity limits, feature restrictions, and transfer rules vary by state and locality. Check your local laws before ordering, and ask your receiving dealer if you are unsure whether this configuration is legal where you live.
Specifications
- Caliber: 22 LR
- Barrel length: 6.5 inches
- Finish: Nickel
- Type: Single Action Revolver
- UPC: 727962708248
Before You Buy
Federal law requires handgun purchases to go through a licensed dealer, and buyers must be 21 or older to buy a handgun from a dealer. We ship to the FFL dealer of your choice, and your dealer handles the background check and transfer.
Who It Is For
The Heritage Rough Rider Nickel Star 6in is a great fit for concealed carriers, home defenders, and range shooters who want a dependable revolver from Heritage Manufacturing.
Buy the Heritage Rough Rider Nickel Star 6in at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Heritage Rough Rider Nickel Star 6in online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more revolvers. For factory details, visit Heritage Manufacturing.
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