Heritage Rough Rider Rancher .22 Carbine

[@phild8095]

Good to see you Buffalo. Heritage 22's a user's review, inexpensive, but well enough made to be reliable if treated right. Those of us that own them will tell you little tricks, 1) the ejector rod cover screw, clean the hole, clean the screw and put some blue loctite on it. 2) be exceptionally thorough about cleaning. That forcing cone can gather a lot of grit shooting 22's. That grit will also embed in the frame around the cylinder gap. That zinc alloy sure ain't steel. 3) speaking of that zinc alloy, in some states it is illegal to own these because of the zinc alloy frame. 4) The frame finish will scratch, get used to it. Paul Harrell was a hero to a lot of us.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Thanks for the tips, I appreciate it! I'll add those to the list of things to check when I take it apart.

[@flyingninja1234]

The Zinc alloy law for some states is ridiculous.

[@phild8095]

@@flyingninja1234 laws against "Saturday night specials" another anti-gun term used to prevent the poor from defending themselves.

[@samrogers2356]

Definitely lock tite the ejector rod cover screw. Lost an ejector rod and cover in the field.

[@phild8095]

@@flyingninja1234 It had to do with guns such as the Raven Arms and similar "Saturday Night Specials" small light inexpensive guns. They called them that as part of the campaign to keep guns from the poor.

[@YellowHammer26]

👍👍 Thanks Buffalo, I wish everyone who reviewed firearms did as thorough a job as you do. Your reviews are top notch. I really appreciate your videos.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Listen friend, I REALLY appreciate you saying that. I know my videos are just a piece of the puzzle but I do try to provide as large of a piece as I can!

[@j.robertsergertson4513]

I was just thinking,I haven't seen Buffalo for a while , then a Christmas Miracle, You posted this video 👍 Good review ! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Merry Christmas to you as well! Let's hope for a great 2025!

[@danielhuff1397]

Hey Brother! Good to see you!

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Hey! I always appreciate ya!

[@yuvgotubekidding]

Definitely a different experience all around. It’s like driving a manual transmission instead of an automatic. 😁👍🇺🇸

[@buffalosoutdoors]

It sure is! Ha. Thanks.

[@garrettfromsmokeinthewoods]

This is one of my all-time favorite rifles

[@TranceMechanic7]

I'm a simple guy. I see Buffalo made a new video, I watch and hit the like button. And remember folks, if someone asks you to give up a little bit of your Buffalo's Outdoors for the greater good, that Buffalo's Outdoors *is* the greater good!

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@TranceMechanic7 haha! I’m a simple man myself. Thanks so much for the support! Every little bit helps.

[@bobcatforever3485]

Buffalo. Always a good, interesting and informative video. I have just a standard Rough Rider that always had lower velocity and it actually had a o.007" cylinder gap. Thanks for sharing and take care.

[@Eric_in_VA]

Good to see you uploading a video! Happy holidays to you and your family.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Thanks for watching, and Happy Holidays to you and yours!

[@barrylitchfield8357]

Thanks for posting this video. You've convinced me that this firearm has enough drawbacks and safety issues to keep me from buying one! Valuable information you've provided. Thank you

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@barrylitchfield8357 you’re welcome! Thanks for the kind words!

[@christopherbishop4927]

So glad to catch a Buff video review, Merry Christmas

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Merry Christmas to you too!

[@Moses1973]

Me too!!! Buffalo does a great job reviewing guns.

[@jabosmith7634]

Wow, I really appreciated your clip on Heritage. Your vids are always great - the zooming in on your target while shooting was Awesome! Great editing.

[@timblack131]

Hey Buffalo! Hope all is well with you and yours brother! Heritage makes some good plinkers for sure.

[@timblack131]

Jeez, shoulda watched further into the video before commenting, that crooked butt plate ain't cool but for the price, I've heard they're decent.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

All is well. Just trying to get back into the video making groove!

[@tedh7543]

I really like my rough riders, have a great trigger and they're pretty darn accurate. I don't have the rancher but it looks like a pretty darn fun rifle! Always a good day when Buffalo posts a video!

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Thanks! I think the pistols are a better value than the Rancher. The Rancher can be a lot of fun but they come at a price point that puts them in some really competitive territory where as the pistols are priced really good.

[@murphymmc]

Nice little carbine. Looks like a lot of fun and pretty handy. I have a 10-22 with a Green Mountain bull barrel, shaped the stock to fit it, a real tack driver that is not anywhere as ammunition sensitive as the stock barrel. Also have a Ruger Mk11 pistol that is a lot of fun. The Rancher has the advantage of being able to shoot the shorts and CB cartridges which I like for short range varmints. The magnum cylinder option is another plus. The Rancher is added to my "gotta get one" list.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Ruger makes some great rimfires. Love the MKII pistols. Thanks for tuning in!

[@mjo4981]

Thanks Buffalo, always good to see you and hear your well-informed and thoughtful reviews! Just a side note, Zamak 5, a zinc-aluminum alloy, is multiple times stronger than plain zinc, and has a significant fraction of the strength of mild steel. This is not to say it should be abused but appears to be a far cry from what we used to call pot metal when I was kid...

[@marksmith9295]

Great review ...especially showing necessary safety precautions. Thanks for shootin and sharin. Merry Christmas from the Great White North.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Thank you and Merry Christmas to you and yours from Kentucky!

[@ctsnider88]

I have several Rough Rider pistols. I'm not sure the cool factor of that gun is enough to make me get one. Good to see you again.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

I understand where you're coming from. Thanks so much for watching and commenting, it's much appreciated.

[@RequisiteFunction]

It's good for people who want to get acquainted with SA but cannot readily obtain a handgun

[@steveruger1975]

Glad to see your back I’ve been missing seeing your videos.great video by the way.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Thanks, I've been wanting to get back to posting too! Every time I get on a roll something sets me back. I think 2025 is gonna be a better year for me posting videos!

[@kernpetersen4901]

You gave a good talk, son. Heritage Rough Riders are a fun, inexpensive way for folks any age to plink enjoy the slowness of SSAs. Not only are 22LRs the cheapest, but you get to take your time loading and unloading, maybe even talking with guy for a bit between rounds. 😮 You can spend some quality time with someone for 2 hrs and spend $20. OR you could load up your semi auto ammo guzzler and spend that 20 bucks in about 20 seconds. We'll, that was great. Now you're broke and out of ammo. Nothing left to do now except go back to your "safe place" and touch yourself...that's fun too. I'll be sitting here with my grandson for a couple hrs yet. 😂😂 That wasn't too harsh, was it? 🤔😁

[@buffalosoutdoors]

😂😂😂🤣🤣 Nailed it.

[@cgrable8342]

I have this in the black & gold version. It fills it's purpose as a fun gun, however it is surprisingly accurate and would easliy dispatch small critters. I hunt rouge tin cans with it and use "CCI Quiet" ammo (no side blast in the face & low noise). Had to have the main spring replaced due to light strikes and as a FYI the mainspring is not the same as in the revolvers. (It is shorter, but a revolver spring can be cut down to fit.). I also replaced the plastic ejctor rod with a metal one. Love mine and enjoyed this video. Thanks.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

I think you found where it shines- small critters, tin cans with CCI Quiets!

[@notsosilentmajority1]

Love these Rough Rider Carbines. They're just a lot of fun and they look great too. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Buffalo. 🙏

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@notsosilentmajority1 Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you as well!

[@notsosilentmajority1]

@@buffalosoutdoors 🙏👍

[@markdaniel5784]

I want a safe like yours Buffalo!

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Haha! Thanks!

[@TheRealMrBlackCat]

I got one of the 16" revolvers and it was running 50% keyholing... but only with 22LR. With shorts it did fine, and with magnums it did fine. I contacted customer service and the sent another cylinder out to rule out timing issues, but it had no effect. I returned the gun and they replaced the barrel and forcing cone. Now it keyholes about 5% of the time. It will barely hold 12" at 100 yards. I understand what this gun is, and it is accurate enough to be fun... Interestingly though... I have a 9" version and a Barkeep (3" barrel maybe) and they have almost identical accuracy to the 16" gun. Yes... 3" barrel at 100 yards will stay inside 12", but has a bit more drop than the 16". This is consistent across almost any ammo. Lapua Biathlon did better than average, (consistent), but the next best was Armscor 36gr cp jhp's! Whatever works... but these Heritage revolvers have been "good enough to be fun" for the price.

[@RequisiteFunction]

Very interesting that your longer barrel had such poor accuracy. I would love to know the physics behind what caused that, but I can only speculate. It's a possibility that the longer barrel is leveraging against the reciever in a way that your handgun would not. I'd definitely try it with and without a sling. A barrel-mounted sling on a flexible barrel is an engineering absurdity. Slings are normally mounted to forends, which are attached to the reciever. Even when they look like they're attached to the barrel, they're attached to the reciever. This allows the barrel to be independent of the sling forces and weight. I'd also try shooting it from a vise. Genuinely curious about this issue. Longer barrels tend to give tighter groups, not because faster is better, but because the added FPS helps reduce the percentage of deviation between bullets. In other words, the difference from one bullet to the next (in the same batch) is less pronounced when all of the bullets are going faster. A 50fps difference at 700fps is a lot more noticeable than a 50fps difference at 1200fps. Short barrels can shoot fine with good ammo, but bad ammo works better in longer guns. Does your rifling look out of place in any way? I once purchased a new .22 rifle in the 90s. The rifling on the end , toward the muzzle, was basically missing. It was the strangest thing. I debated returning it, but it actually shot pretty well for some strange reason. Anyway, good luck. I think of you find the problem, you can hone in the groups more.

[@marktroiani5401]

I am all in on a Buffalo video

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@marktroiani5401 thank you!

[@gillysguns9244]

Glad to see you are back in the video business!! The rough riders I own all peel a little lead because the indexing isn't quite perfect. That could be why your 22lr bullets are making oblong holes. Another good reason to keep your fingers back from that cylinder gap😂 Great video on a pretty cool plinker!

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@gillysguns9244 thanks buddy! You’re probably right. I didn’t want to start down another rabbit hole on an already lengthy video. I may do an update video later on with my findings if people show an interest in this one. Always appreciate ya man. Merry Christmas.

[@rogerallen581]

Great to see you again, my friend. I'm a big fan of Heritage revolvers, I'm usually packing one while working around our little farm.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@rogerallen581 glad to be here!

[@silvergrizzly316]

Buffalo, this is crazy🤪 lol, I have the Heritage rough rider, 9in bbl. Fiber optic front site, cocobolo blued, just arrived at my FFL this evening along with the mossburg maverick 88, 8 round shotgun that I'll be picking up first thing in the morning. Totally enjoyed your video and that was some amazing shooting my friend! Jay.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

That Maverick is a great shotgun, I have one too!

[@jasoncarpenter4116]

Awesome video, it's good to see you back at it again.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Thanks Jason! Man I am trying so hard to get back in the groove but every time I feel like I'm back I get a set back! Hoping 2025 gets me back to chuckin out the videos every week!

[@MikeStallings2023]

I still like that target moving forward trick. I've never seen anyone else do that.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Thanks! I started doing that with the cameras a while back and only a few people noticed but the ones of you who did left positive feedback. I figured I'd just keep it up, kinda like a signature edit.

[@marvhalsey7544]

It's a very useful extra to your reviews! Makes them all the more interesting and valuable. Well thought out!

[@tbdandthings]

I noticed that too!

[@paulman1970]

Another option, I reckon, is to hold it like you normally would a rifle/carbine, but wear an oven mitt on your hand supporting the front. : )

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@paulman1970 absolutely! 👍🏻

[@fliptheswitch1012]

This is the best review I've seen on the Rancher. Thank you.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@fliptheswitch1012 glad you enjoyed it!

[@ThePenn7]

Good review. I've had the pistol for long enough that I don't remember exactly when I got it. It has that same safety.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@ThePenn7 thanks. I had one of the handguns a long time ago.

[@jasonz7788]

thanks

[@buffalosoutdoors]

You're welcome!

[@tombearclaw]

Someone really needs to add the nagant style cylinder on a carbine like this so that the cylinder gap is eliminated

[@joshp2542]

The only problem is on nagants the bullet was seated pretty deep into the case. Without that there would still be some blow by.

[@buckshotaaa]

Hi Buff, yet another super presentation, your videos are so easy to follow packed with all that one needs to know about the firearm in question. That Rancher sure looks like a fun plinker, i have to say not my cup of tea but a fun rifle all the same. I look forward to watching more of your videos in 2025 and may i take this opportunity to wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from England.

[@coelagos8645]

I always enjoy your videos, though I haven't seen one for a while. Great review thank you. I was especially impressed by your "drop test" demonstration, seeing is believing. You may well have saved someone from tragedy with that one. Keep up the good work.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Thank you! I really appreciate your comment. I just want people to be aware that just ignoring the manual safety can have consequences.

[@SCAW1972]

Very nice! Thanks for the video! Merry Christmas!

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Thanks and Merry Christmas to you too!

[@Moses1973]

Thanks buffalo. Great review as always. Merry Christmas everyone!!

[@adammielniczek7584]

Hi BuffaloMan-Adam from Poland.Great to see You!.Fantastic weapon.God bless!

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Hello from Kentucky! Thanks for watching and commenting, I appreciate it!

[@droje3414]

Cześć rodaku, tez lubię tego pana, ten karabinowy rewolwer zalatuje dziadostwem .

[@adammielniczek7584]

@@droje3414 czesc.i tak fajny a z wygladu piekny

[@Giversum]

Thanks Buffalo. The best to you and yours.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@Giversum you’re welcome. Wishing the best for you as well!

[@harrisonlewis6853]

I got one about 4 years ago at Christmas time. I got the one with a sling too. Have used it on an outdoor range. Also got a 4.75 inch barreled revolver by Heritage.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@harrisonlewis6853 nice. Keep on plinking!

[@Imragnar1]

Glad ur back

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@Imragnar1 glad to be here!

[@mp15a]

A Buffalo Video and Snow in Kentucky! The World is Coming to an End! Thanks Brother!

[@buffalosoutdoors]

I am trying to get more videos out! I appreciate the comment! Thank you!

[@rippertrain]

The magnum cyclinder is a nice upgrade for this

[@audiehollon4292]

Another awesome video. It's good to see you again.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

I appreciate that, thanks for watching!

[@timroot4207]

Thank you !!!

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@paulstan9828]

Hey Buffalo nice to see you again. 😁👍 🎄🎁🤶

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Good to be here! I always appreciate your comments, thanks so much!

[@wildbill6233]

What's up Buffalo Great little surprise in the inbox!! Rather odd looking firearms but cool at the same time. I've often considered getting one of these setups but never pulled the trigger. Great work here brother. Really good job explaining the fine details that would otherwise fall by the wayside. As always another fine Buffalo production. Keep doing what you do and we will keep doing what we do. Thanks brother!!

[@buffalosoutdoors]

I'm trying to get back to posting videos regularly. It seems every time I get going a set back hits. Hoping in 2025 I'll be back full time! Thanks Bill!

[@RimfireRanger]

I made my own rancher, bought the pistol with the 16” barrel and made a stock for it. Works great for small critters

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Awesome! 👍

[@dr.ryttmastarecctm6595]

Well, over 10 years ago I looked at a Heritage Rough Rider pistol in .22LR. I was unimpressed with the fit and finish of that revolver and passed on it. Your skewed butt plate brought back memories. You have to wonder what else did they assemble wrong.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Right, I straightened the butt plate out but how does that leave the factory? Like you said, makes you wonder what else is assembled haphazardly.

[@julesbower762]

Thanks for sharing. 😀

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Thanks for watching!

[@Tharnout549]

Ive had terrible luck with heritage products. Of the three ive either owned or shot i had repeated misfires. I actually like the feel of them which is why i kept trying. They're a crap shoot when it comes to reliability.

[@Navy.Archangel]

I just bought mine today!

[@Kenbur]

Great review Buffalo. I was looking at this gun last month. You answered the question for me as to whether to get it or not. A Merry Blessed Christmas to you and yours.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@Kenbur glad I could help! Merry Christmas to you and yours!

[@Drgunzo616]

Don't know how I missed this video. This is one of those guns that you don't need and is totally impractical but you buy it anyways.

[@larryalexander4833]

Hello Buffalo haven't seen you on much anymore. Good to see you and hope all is well . Little early but Want to wish you and everyone a Blessed Merry Christmas ✝️🙏

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Thanks, and Merry Christmas to you too! 🙏

[@timvest8141]

Nice little carbine.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Thanks!

[@johnnymccann5607]

my papa trick on 22lr ammunition. i weigh my ammo out to match. it does make a difference and at times it makes a big difference on certain brands. papa wishing you well. 😊

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@johnnymccann5607 it really does make a difference. At matches I always sorted by weight and then sorted again by rim thickness. It’s amazing how much of a difference that little trick makes on a match rifle.

[@charlesmorgan1879]

Id rather have a rifle/carbine or a pistol , though that is a unique one ! Thanks for info ! If no video next couple wks , I hope you and family have a Merry Christmas !

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Thank you! And Merry Christmas to you and yours!

[@peterchen4121]

This guy is a real sharpshooter

[@catshark12]

Thanks again for your hard work!

[@buffalosoutdoors]

You're very welcome! I appreciate the support!

[@richarddixon7276]

Hi Buffalo ,I've been missing Your content , glad Your back , Thanks for a really interesting video , catch You next time . Merry Christmas , Shoot Straight Stay Safe & Stay Well.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@richarddixon7276 glad to be back! Hopefully I can get back to posting weekly. I think 2025 is gonna be a better year for me than 2024 was. Merry Christmas to you and yours!

[@buncha5651]

Nice review Buffalo that's a great little toy.😊

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@buncha5651 thank you!

[@Robbie_robot]

Dang I might have to get mine out the box.

[@scottf.3808]

Hey, I am back...LOL...Cool carbine as very interesting....Fun plinking for sure....Good detailed vid as well done.....Good stuff....

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@scottf.3808 thanks for watching brother. I’ve missed you in the comments. Having you back…well that’s Good Stuff 👍🏻

[@scottf.3808]

@@buffalosoutdoors I miss the days when YT emailed you vids as worked so much better for me and glad to be back....

[@Cannontime]

I wanted something like this since the first time I saw the mask of Zorro! Thanks for sharing

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@Cannontime you’re welcome and thank you for watching!

[@strshooter7399]

Hmmm, interesting little gun, but I just can’t see myself not trying to hold the forearm, er barrel with my left arm on the barrel. Still a solid video. Great info, thank you. You really went over the correct way to shot this oddity of a rifle. Excellent 👍😎🎅🧑‍🎄🎄

[@buffalosoutdoors]

It does feel a little awkward shooting it the way it's meant to be shot. I will say that the more I shot it the less weird it felt. Still, I see what you mean!

[@letsdothis9063]

These videos crack me up. You sound EXACTLY like my brother-in-law. Yall even kind of look alike. 😅

[@adamthomson2873]

Excellent review. Informative and interesting. Thanks.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Thanks, I appreciate you watching!

[@pamartin]

Always, thank you for your videos. Really enjoy them. Disappointed in Henry Q.C. department with the butt plate alignment. Petty, I know, but always thought Henry was better than that 😞.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@pamartin Henry is better than that. I don’t think they would let something that obvious out of the factory. But this is not a Henry, it’s a Heritage and they aren’t known for their QC department. Thank you for watching, I appreciate ya taking the time to leave a comment as well.

[@pamartin]

@buffalosoutdoors I apologize to Henry and you. I thought Heritage was a model of Henry's. Thank you for the polite correction. God bless.

[@greggullett1272]

I wouldn't call myself a traditionalist, and we should all have some fun guns, but that safety on those single actions just makes me cringe

[@buffalosoutdoors]

I'm certainly not a traditionalist either. I do prefer a built in safety like a transfer bar over the manual though. Thanks!

[@BoschhammerActual]

@@buffalosoutdoorsI agree, I have a rough rider handgun, never had an issue with the transfer bar safety. Don’t think it ruins the look or feel at all

[@brianolson1158]

When I was growing up , they didn’t have that safety, Dad taught me the hammer was your safety. Don’t pull it back unless you intend to shoot ! But times are different now and they need a safety

[@Brett235]

I don't mind it. I've been using it when I carry the gun. It actually says to not load a live round under the hammer on the barrel. If the safety isn't on and the hammer is down on a live round it could actually fire if the hammer was hit by a limb or something.

[@gravesclayton3604]

Buffalo, I just recently subscribed, but I have watched a good number of your videos already. I have enjoyed every one. I also live here in the Appalachian Mountains, and we share the same taste in firearms. I have 2 of these .22 carbines, each with different sighting features. I'm sorry you got a burn mark on the sling, but maybe I can help with that issue. Hook your left arm through the sling and wrap it once on your forearm. Paul Harrell (RIP) has a good demonstration of this method of stabilization in a video he also did on the Rancher Carbine. Your bench/table rest is also likely deflecting some of the cylinder spray back at your face as well. As you, I enjoy a large variety of firearms, in many shapes, calibers, styles, and functions. It is a shame that some people only come away with a negative view of a fun little plinker like this one, but even some minor inconveniences are enough to discourage people from something outside of their comfort zone. I began shooting at 8 years-old with cap & ball black-powder pistols & rifles, so modern firearms and shells of any sort are of absolutely no inconvenience to me in any way, lol! Your free-hand marksmanship is much more consistent than mine, even after 50+ years of shooting, too! Having a relatively accurate firearm never hurts, either, lol! Thanks for sharing your range time and have a great Christmas!

[@buffalosoutdoors]

I tried wrapping the sling around my support arm as I do with my other rifles and carbines, you may have seen me do that in some of my other videos, but never could get it comfortable with this Rancher. I ended up just grabbing the sling and pulling it tight which did help some with stabilization, though not as much as the wrap around technique with other rifles that have fore end stocks. I will try again next time I have it out since you say it works for you. It's always good to hear from a fellow Appalachian and I am always open to tips and ideas. Thanks for joining me (virtually) on my little range and Merry Christmas to you and yours!

[@DRAGONRIDER385]

Thank you for the video and review. 😀

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@DRAGONRIDER385 you’re welcome. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@joeytomato]

I just cant get passed that safety... I know it shouldnt bother me, but damn, i just cant make myself be ok with it.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

It's not aesthetically pleasing that's for sure. I'd much prefer a transfer bar.

[@Jesses001]

I have a Circuit Judge that has a blast shield to prevent burns from the cylinder gap. Even with the blast shield, I still sometimes get small burns on my forearm. This with no shield will defiantly give you a burn. Now .22lr is most likely not going to blow off any fingers, but I am sure it will...educate you quickly on how to hold this. Looks like a ton of fun. SSA revolvers are fun to shot because of the manual of arms, and this has that going for it. I have seen these before. They seem to come back onto the market randomly, I think they do sprint runs of these at the factory, and then kick it back into gear when their inventory starts running low.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

I haven't seen a Circuit Judge around here in a long time. I kinda forgot about them until you and some others on here mentioned them.

[@Jesses001]

@@buffalosoutdoors Yes fun gun, and had some practical use. The normal Judge is...I guess top notch snake killer? Circuit judge can hunt snakes, birds, and even deer. I just got it because it was fun though. My mother called it a space cowboy gun, ha. I think she would had enjoyed this Rough Rider as well for similar reasons.

[@jl8543]

It is very accurate ❤It will be very handy too👍

[@billdye3530]

Glad you got one with really nice wood. Looks good & a lot of fun. It may group well with higher velocity 22lr like Eley Force or Stingers. Or might like low velocity like Super Colibri. Would be a tough job to run a variety thru to see what it prefers 😂. Have a great Christmas. 👍🙏🎯

[@buffalosoutdoors]

I may do a "velocity" video later on with some different ammo. See if I can find something it likes. My problem is I can't see the dang sights no more 😭

[@billdye3530]

​@buffalosoutdoors Buckhorn sights are more like Luckhorn - lucky I can find that little front bead lol. I hate the tiny rear sight on the Browning 22A or Norinco 22 ATD so I put a 2x7 scope on my Norinco. Anymore if a front sight isn't fiber or night sight it will have a color of nail polish on it 😂.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@billdye3530 "Luckhorn" I WILL be using that in a video! LOL I feel ya 100% on coloring the front sight. And it looks like scoped guns are my future.

[@lettybastien4624]

I love my Rough Riders, great Cowboy guns. The problem is the huge front cylinder gap.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@lettybastien4624 awesome!

[@christopherch7307]

👍🐿👍 Will it perform adequately in the squirrel woods? Asking for a friend😂 👍🐿👍

[@buffalosoutdoors]

I think it would, I mean it's not a .460 but it'll do.

[@dennisvaughn540]

Stay in the Freedom Fight!

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Absolutely!

[@larryalexander4833]

Buffalo just a side note have seen the new Taurus revolvers upgraded Tracker models and the 357 8 shot stainless.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

I'm interested! Thanks for the heads up!

[@larryalexander4833]

I'm not sure of the one model ? The other is the 608 competition 38/357

[@chrisgabbert658]

👍😊 good video

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Thank you!

[@rickc2102]

Think I'll stick with lever carbines, but you get a like for the excellent presentation.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Thanks for the 👍

[@ChristianGrest]

Definitely a cool one!

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Thanks my friend!

[@Bentwrench28]

Another good and fair video. I agree with not being a great all around.22 ,but definitely fills a gap in the types of firearms made. Would not be a good choice for a first rifle when teaching children.

[@ratdaddy7774]

I know it will increase the price and weight however They could add a forgrip with a steel reinforced plate,

[@randymartin5521]

Merry Christmas, Buffalo! Always glad to see your videos. Could that .22LR cylinder be slightly mis-timed and two of the chambers are off enough that the slugs deform and cause them to not fly straight and keyhole? Just a thought, I had a Taurus .22 revolver years ago with a mis-timed cylinder that not only keyholed slugs from the same three chambers every time but shot what looked like a 20 yard shotgun pattern instead of a group from a handgun.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Very well could be. Many things can cause a bullet to be unstable. Merry Christmas to you and yours!

[@crankyyankee7290]

Perhaps a pair of gauntlet gloves would solve the cylinder gap blast problem,( just don't forget if not wearing them, I have a Remington falling block 22-the small one that gives a little dusting of the face when firing-yeah wear glasses !

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@crankyyankee7290 absolutely it would.

[@pauldavidson9267]

Watched the Paul Harrel video and noticed that the carbine he used did not have the adjustable rear sight or the sling attachment, both of those could lead to better accuracy. I am also wondering if the cylinders bores aren't quite straight on these.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

Isn't that a great video. Lots of information to take in. Paul always laid his videos out in such a manner that the novice as well as the seasoned could follow along and stay interested. The buckhorn sights (as bad as I dislike them) will definitely let the user shoot more accurately than the fixed "gutter" sights. These Heritage revolvers are not highly refined precision instruments so you may be right that things are quite straight.

[@thomastommy1192]

That's a nice gun. I like it. Is that considered a hand gun or a long gun? I give your videos a thumbs up.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

This would be a long gun since it's intended to be fired from the shoulder and meets the requirements for the ATF to call it a rifle. Thanks for the question and I appreciate that thumbs up, every little bit helps!

[@thomastommy1192]

@@buffalosoutdoors Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones.

[@nicktorres5540]

Just found your channel I really like the way you narrate things and the way you speak things through but good holy moly that is a very hideous thing😂 lock that up in the gun safe please😂

[@terryschiller2625]

Hi Buffalo, I love SAA revolvers but that safety is just butt ugly and kills heritage revolvers for me. Your camera when you were first shooting off hand at the being of the video you could see the gases escaping from the cylinder Gap. That was awesome. Thanks for all your hard work and time Sir. 🤠🇺🇲

[@buffalosoutdoors]

I appreciate you watching and commenting, thanks for the feedback! Glad you enjoy the videos as they do take some work to put together!

[@Isaac-47517]

Forgot to wish you merry CHRISTmas , but should celebrate ever'day. Happy New Year to you. May it be prosperous in every good way. Shalom.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@Isaac-47517 Happy New Year!

[@nelhead4807]

I’d rather have the cylinder click into place like that one instead of the wrangler that free spins. For the price them are great for something you don’t care to beat up.

[@karlnash7105]

I've always thought these things are weird...and i want one.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@karlnash7105 they definitely are! lol. And that’s why I ended up with one 😂

[@Glenn-q9e]

Hey I watched were u shooting snake shot out 22. But my question is have u ever shot it while having suppressor on. Just wondering if it would wk

[@MrDuffy81]

A single action seems more reasonable on a rifle than on a pistol. You would naturally be in a position to re-caulk the single shot instead of in a pistol scenario where you have to take it off the target in order to do so.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

It is a little easier to work the hammer with the stock in place. Thanks for the comment!

[@brokendad2222]

If it was available with interchangable cylinders I would be interested. Purchasing the mag cylinder separately the cost is most likely prohibitive.

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@brokendad2222 thanks for the comment. I appreciate it!

[@JohnSmith-pl2bk]

Does no one shoot a 3ft square sheet of white paper with a black cross drawn in the middle when assessing the new to them firearm? There's no guessing, no missing (unless you have something seriously wrong with the firearm), no need for a spotter...... You just hold on the black cross and fire until you have a feel for the firearm.... and there should be a good group somewhere close to the black cross... and now you know to adjust the sights (or the Kentucky Windage you need to apply if it's not your firearm or you cannot adjust the sights.)

[@buffalosoutdoors]

@@JohnSmith-pl2bk I don’t know of anyone.