Thank you for the comprehensive review of the revolving carbine. Those were used a bit in the 1800’s in various forms. One I recall was the Beals Revolving Carbine. Never had one or fired one so your presentation was well worth watching. Your cautionary note was really vital. God Bless.
I picked up Rancher today. Thanks for the heads up about the screw on the bottom of the frame. Mine was not loose to the point of falling out. It was just not completely seated. I took it out and applied some lock tight and secured it. The rifle itself is very awesome. It really gives you a feeling of the old west nostalgia.
Greatly appreciate the information on this one. I have been considering purchasing a Rough Rider and I am glad I saw this video on the pros and cons of this plinker.
Thank you for the update on the quality of the Heritage Rough Riders. I own a couple which were manufactured by Heritage before they were bought out by Taurus. The frames on mine are steel and not a aluminum alloy as at one time Heritage offered both types of frames. The steel frame was slightly more expensive. Never had the screw situation with mine and maybe that is because they were pre-Taurus manufacture. I still think they are a great value and a fun plinker, and would not hesitate to purchase another, in fact I would love to acquire one of those "Ranchers" but have not found them in stock in my area. Thanks again and God bless you.
I have one. Fantastic little gun. I'm a huge man, well over 6 foot and over 300 pounds. I shoot it much better than I thought I would. I spent the extra 30 bucks and got the .22wmr cylinder. Well worth it.
I have several rough riders, including the rancher and I always have a lot of fun shooting them. They crank out some lemons but they are cheap enough and fun. Of all of my own I've really only had one true lemon
I wanted to add to your review. I was working the action on my Rancher and found that it does have the traditional Colt 4 position trigger. Just wanted to share this with you all.
It does look weird but it's probably fun to shoot and more accurate than a regular pistol grip, because your wrist can twist and move. And that paper never had a chance, kinda surprised it ripped that bad.
It appears that part of owning a Heritage revolver is to locktite all the screws. I agree that Heritage needs to step up their game and make a better system that doesn't require the owner to have to locktite the screws. As far as an all metal frame goes, that would double the price of the firearm. I would not pay double for a Heritage.
I disagree on kids. They need to know. I was shooting a 12 gauge shotgun when I was 5 years old. Kids gotta learn. My dad made sure I knew about guns. Poor comment.
Yeah I was to.my thinking is the rancher is easier to put your hand near the cylinder.it’s could be easy to do.in my opinion they should be started out with something else.but I do agree they need to learn.thanks for your feedback friend.
One of the cheaper looking components on that gun is that injection molded plastic handle on the ejector. You can now buy one with a metal handle on Ebay for like $25. Just want to make people aware. I personally hate plastic parts on guns. I'm sure it's all about trying to make the gun cheaper to manufacture so they can sell it for less.
If you have a Heritage you need to invest in a proper size screwdriver. The retail price alone should clue you in on that. It's not a Ruger single six but it's also not priced like one either. They're definitely worth the price but as a low cost option you have to accept the limitations.
Heritage is geared towards beginner/play at the lowest price so if they used better materials they would have to add a "premium/heavy duty" line at the higher price/better materials & design
I was shooting my first revolver a Ruger Super Blackhawk 44 mag. I got my one hand too close to the bottom of the cylinder as I was firing the gun. The pain was terrible and at first I was afraid to look down at my hand. Fortunately I was ok but never made that mistake again
Heritage QC sucks. It just sucks. I own two Heritage RR's, and both had loose screws & misfires (light strikes). I fixed both and they now operate 100%. For someone who doesn't want to be disappointed, I'd recommend spending a few bucks more and buy a Ruger Wrangler. Otherwise, you really roll the dice on Heritage products.
Like you, I have a RR and a Barkeep. Was able to inspect both prior to sale, and made sure all the screws were there. After watching vids and reading reviews, I took the guns home and put Loc-tite on every screw. Put about 150 rounds through each, and so far I haven't lost one. Fingers crossed... 😋 I think if you're a new shooter, long as you take the above precautions into consideration, the Rough Rider/Barkeep/Rancher series revolvers are hard to beat for their price point. With Ruger adding two new models (shorter and longer barrel lengths) they're closing the gap choice wise, but they could almost be considered as covering the $200 - 300 price point all by itself. Also, Ruger has said they have no intention of introducing a .22 WMR option anytime soon.
Thank you for the comprehensive review of the revolving carbine. Those were used a bit in the 1800’s in various forms. One I recall was the Beals Revolving Carbine. Never had one or fired one so your presentation was well worth watching. Your cautionary note was really vital. God Bless.
I picked up Rancher today. Thanks for the heads up about the screw on the bottom of the frame. Mine was not loose to the point of falling out. It was just not completely seated. I took it out and applied some lock tight and secured it. The rifle itself is very awesome. It really gives you a feeling of the old west nostalgia.
Yeah I like them too if wasn’t for the screw issues but at least I know what to look for now.
the magnum rounds shook the screws loose on my pistol.
lotta fun, but keep some tools handy, and loctite too!
That’s true friend.
Greatly appreciate the information on this one. I have been considering purchasing a Rough Rider and I am glad I saw this video on the pros and cons of this plinker.
Thanks
Kool. Wife has the 4" modle
Thank you for the update on the quality of the Heritage Rough Riders. I own a couple which were manufactured by Heritage before they were bought out by Taurus. The frames on mine are steel and not a aluminum alloy as at one time Heritage offered both types of frames. The steel frame was slightly more expensive. Never had the screw situation with mine and maybe that is because they were pre-Taurus manufacture. I still think they are a great value and a fun plinker, and would not hesitate to purchase another, in fact I would love to acquire one of those "Ranchers" but have not found them in stock in my area. Thanks again and God bless you.
Yeah I like them also and at a good price when I buy the next one I will make sure the screws are good before I buy it god bless you too brother.
I have one. Fantastic little gun. I'm a huge man, well over 6 foot and over 300 pounds. I shoot it much better than I thought I would. I spent the extra 30 bucks and got the .22wmr cylinder. Well worth it.
Yeah I agree they are nice.
Great video. I am buying one in couple days. So thnk u sir from Canada
Thank you friend.
I have several rough riders, including the rancher and I always have a lot of fun shooting them. They crank out some lemons but they are cheap enough and fun. Of all of my own I've really only had one true lemon
Yeah I agree I’ve got several of them.
I really appreciate your video review. I think I am going to love mine.
Thanks friend.
I wanted to add to your review. I was working the action on my Rancher and found that it does have the traditional Colt 4 position trigger. Just wanted to share this with you all.
Thanks for the info friend.
It does look weird but it's probably fun to shoot and more accurate than a regular pistol grip, because your wrist can twist and move. And that paper never had a chance, kinda surprised it ripped that bad.
They are fun to shoot
It appears that part of owning a Heritage revolver is to locktite all the screws.
I agree that Heritage needs to step up their game and make a better system that doesn't require the owner to have to locktite the screws. As far as an all metal frame goes, that would double the price of the firearm. I would not pay double for a Heritage.
Yeah I would agree friend.
Very cool
Thanks
I disagree on kids. They need to know. I was shooting a 12 gauge shotgun when I was 5 years old. Kids gotta learn. My dad made sure I knew about guns. Poor comment.
Yeah I was to.my thinking is the rancher is easier to put your hand near the cylinder.it’s could be easy to do.in my opinion they should be started out with something else.but I do agree they need to learn.thanks for your feedback friend.
One of the cheaper looking components on that gun is that injection molded plastic handle on the ejector. You can now buy one with a metal handle on Ebay for like $25. Just want to make people aware. I personally hate plastic parts on guns. I'm sure it's all about trying to make the gun cheaper to manufacture so they can sell it for less.
Yeah I agree with you I don’t like the plastic either.thank you for the info.
If you have a Heritage you need to invest in a proper size screwdriver. The retail price alone should clue you in on that. It's not a Ruger single six but it's also not priced like one either. They're definitely worth the price but as a low cost option you have to accept the limitations.
Yeah I agree
Good review 🫡🫡thank you
Thanks friend.
Heritage is geared towards beginner/play at the lowest price so if they used better materials they would have to add a "premium/heavy duty" line at the higher price/better materials & design
That’s true friend.
Do you think this is a practical choice?
Not in my opinion it’s just a fun range toy.
Definitely have to be cautious on your hand placement. Easy painful mistake can happen
That’s true
I was shooting my first revolver a Ruger Super Blackhawk 44 mag. I got my one hand too close to the bottom of the cylinder as I was firing the gun. The pain was terrible and at first I was afraid to look down at my hand. Fortunately I was ok but never made that mistake again
Yeah and that would be a easy mistake with heritage rancher
Heritage QC sucks. It just sucks. I own two Heritage RR's, and both had loose screws & misfires (light strikes). I fixed both and they now operate 100%. For someone who doesn't want to be disappointed, I'd recommend spending a few bucks more and buy a Ruger Wrangler. Otherwise, you really roll the dice on Heritage products.
I totally agree with you friend thanks for the comment.
Like you, I have a RR and a Barkeep. Was able to inspect both prior to sale, and made sure all the screws were there. After watching vids and reading reviews, I took the guns home and put Loc-tite on every screw. Put about 150 rounds through each, and so far I haven't lost one. Fingers crossed... 😋
I think if you're a new shooter, long as you take the above precautions into consideration, the Rough Rider/Barkeep/Rancher series revolvers are hard to beat for their price point. With Ruger adding two new models (shorter and longer barrel lengths) they're closing the gap choice wise, but they could almost be considered as covering the $200 - 300 price point all by itself. Also, Ruger has said they have no intention of introducing a .22 WMR option anytime soon.
Yeah I agree with you friend.