Ruger Wrangler VS Heritage Rough Rider

Published on September 3, 2019
Duration: 22:24

This review compares the Ruger Wrangler and Heritage Rough Rider .22LR revolvers, highlighting their differences in action, capacity, and safety features. While both are excellent budget plinkers, the Wrangler offers a modern action and cleaner aesthetics, whereas the Rough Rider provides a higher capacity and a more traditional feel, albeit with a manual safety.

Quick Summary

The Ruger Wrangler and Heritage Rough Rider are both excellent budget .22LR single-action revolvers. The Wrangler offers a modern action and cleaner aesthetics, while the Rough Rider provides higher capacity (9-shot vs 6-shot) and a traditional feel, but includes an external manual safety.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Dual Wielding & Safety
  2. 01:05Comparison Overview: Budget .22LR Revolvers
  3. 02:34Price Point Comparison: Wrangler vs Rough Rider
  4. 03:25Ruger Wrangler Features & Action
  5. 04:35Heritage Rough Rider Features & Capacity
  6. 05:39Heritage Rough Rider Safety Mechanism
  7. 11:05Ergonomics & Build Quality
  8. 11:45Final Verdict & Recommendation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main difference in action between the Ruger Wrangler and Heritage Rough Rider?

The Ruger Wrangler uses a modern transfer bar action allowing the cylinder to spin freely when the gate is open. The Heritage Rough Rider employs a traditional single-action mechanism that requires the hammer to be cocked to a half-cock position to rotate the cylinder.

How do the Ruger Wrangler and Heritage Rough Rider compare in capacity and safety?

The tested Heritage Rough Rider is a 9-shot model, while the Ruger Wrangler holds 6 rounds. The Rough Rider also features an external manual hammer-block safety, which the Wrangler lacks, opting for its internal transfer bar system.

What is the price difference between the Ruger Wrangler and Heritage Rough Rider?

The price difference is minimal. The Heritage Rough Rider typically retails around $170, while the Ruger Wrangler is usually found for about $200. This $30-$40 difference is often less important than features and brand preference for buyers.

Which .22LR revolver does hickok45 prefer between the Ruger Wrangler and Heritage Rough Rider?

While both are excellent plinkers, hickok45 personally leans towards the Ruger Wrangler due to its cleaner look (no external safety) and the reputable Ruger brand name, despite the Rough Rider offering higher capacity and a potentially better trigger in this comparison.

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