rough rider single action revolvers
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1. and incurring injuries to you and those around you WARNING Keep people behind and away from you and keep your hands and body clear of the sides of the revolver when firing Always wear safety glasses when firing this or any other firearm WARNING Exposure to firing without ear protection will lead to hearing loss Always be sure to wear ear plugs or ear phones when firing Ask your local dealer to show you what is available to protect your ears from hearing loss CHANGING CYLINDERS Keep the hammer block in the up position Pull the hammer back to the second notch or click e Check every chamber to be sure it is empty never change cylinders that are loaded Press the base pin lock nut while pulling the base pin out of the frame Par is ice tear Ee Ear B o CEMENT T ky EEI yt ir Sey ae Before loading test the base pin engagement by pulling it forward without pressing in the base pin lock nut If installed properly you should not be able to pull it out The following ammunition can be fired in the Long Rifle Cylinder 22LR LONG SHORT CB amp SHOT Only 22 Magnum ammo can be fired in the 22 Magnum Cylinder e Only 6 shot cylinder will work in 6 shot gun e Only 9 shot cylinder will work in 9 shot gun e Only use 32 H amp R Magnum 32 S amp W or 32 S amp W Long ammo in the 32 caliber cylinder WARNING Never remove or install a loaded cylinder If dropped or struck by a hard surface it is poss2. the other Assembling a firearm incorrectly or with altered parts can result in a damaged gun injury or death Do not attempt to work on it yourself This is a small price to pay for your safety THe EXPLODED VIEW DRAWING ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY All Heritage Manufacturing Firearms are warranted to the original retail customer for one year from date of purchase against defects in material and workmanship All parts and labor or replacement at our option are covered You must send in your factory registration card to obtain warranty coverage Transportation to and from our warranty service center damage caused by failure to perform normal maintenance sales outside the United States damage due to the use of high pressure reloaded or other nonstandard ammunition or an unauthorized repair modification misuse abuse including abuse by fanning the hammer or alteration of the product is not covered by this limited warranty Any implied warranties including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one year from date of original retail purchase Consequential or incidental damages or expenses or any other expenses are not covered by this warranty To obtain warranty performance and service send your product with proof of retail purchase freight prepaid to Heritage Manufacturing Inc Attention Warranty Service Center 16175 N W 49th Ave Miami FL 33014
3. unloaded Be sure to double check that all chambers are empty WARNING If you experience difficulty in unloading your Rough Rider STOP Make certain the hammer block is in the up safe position With the Rough Rider pointed in a safe direction lower the hammer to the first notch old safety notch Take your Rough Rider to a competent gunsmith HARWER BLOCH E IP WARNING Do not Carry this revolver with a live round chambered under the hammer and firing pin Keeping an empty chamber under the hammer with the hammer block in the up position is good insurance against accidental firing LOADING Loading your Rough Rider to carry it and loading your Rough Rider to shoot right away are very different DANGER Single Action Revolvers such as the Rough Rider will fire if dropped with the hammer down on a live cartridge For safety load one skip one load four or load 7 for a 9 shot Revolver if you plan to carry your Rough Rider That way your Rough Rider will have an empty chamber under the lowered hammer but your Rough Rider will fire when you pull the hammer back and pull the trigger WARNING Single Action Revolvers such as the Rough Rider can fire if your thumb slips off of the hammer spur while you are pulling the trigger to lower the hammer TIP Practice lowering the hammer with your Rough Rider completely empty and pointed in a safe direction until you are comfortable LOADING TO CARRY For safety load one s
4. Any questions relating to warranty service should be directed to us at the following number 805 685 5966 or www heritagemfg com gt 2 a aa lt gt a O a r lt aa Z Lu GG Date purchased Buyers Name Serial No Dealers Name Dealer s Phone You can also register your Rough Rider online Please go to www heritagemfg com and click on Warranty Form
5. is loaded e Carry loaded revolvers and pistols with empty chambers under the hammer Always empty handguns before carrying into a home car boat or RV e Always wear hearing and eye protection and be sure of what lies behind your intended target e Always seek instruction in handgun safety from a qualified instructor or see your dealer Always keep firearms out of the reach of children Keep guns and ammo separate Always check the barrel of your firearm to be sure it is clear of obstructions e Never mix alcohol or drugs with the shooting sports Be a sober shooter e If the gun fails to fire when the trigger is pulled keep it pointed in a safe direction while unloading Always carry and store your gun in a proper holster and or carrying case This protects the firearm from damage e Never leave a loaded firearm unattended Always be sure your ammunition is the proper caliber for the firearm you are using Do not use reload or any questionable ammunition e Place a gun lock on your firearm when storing it e Never place a gun lock on a loaded firearm e Locking your firearm might result in your death due to slow accessibility PARTS LIST 3 1 Trigger 1 4 Loading Gate Detent 3 2 Trigger Screw 10 1 Ejec Rod amp Lever 2 amp 3 3 3 Trigger Spring 10 2 Ejec Rod amp Lever 4 75 9 3 4 Trigger Spring Screw 10 3 Ejec Tube 2 amp 3 4 1 Hammer Block 10 4 Ejec Tube 4 75 9 4 2 Ham
6. the hammer in the loading notch unless you are loading or unloading your Rough Rider The 3rd notch is of no consequence to the shooter Pull the hammer all the way to the rear or 4th notch This is the cocked position and the Rough Rider will fire if the hammer block is in the flat down back fire position and a loaded chamber is under the hammer WARNING Single Action Revolvers such as the Rough Rider can fire if your thumb slips off of the hammer spur while you are pulling the trigger to lower the hammer TIP Practice lowering the hammer with your Rough Rider completely empty and pointed in a safe direction until you are comfortable DRY FIRE Please be sure not to dry fire the revolver If you cock the hammer pull the trigger when there are no shells in the chamber and the hammer block is not in the up position the hammer will strike the firing pin causing the firing pin to hit the cylinder When this firing pin hits the cylinder and there is no ammunition in the revolver the cylinder will become damaged dented and will void the manufacturers warranty UNLOADING Point the revolver in a safe direction e Put the hammer block in the up position Pull the hammer back to the 2nd notch or click and the cylinder will turn freely e Open the loading gate to expose the chambers e Line up the chamber with the ejector rod and push out the cartridge Line up the next chamber and repeat this until all chambers are
7. Y LOSE 14 Wel OAV Ul6t M N 9ZLOL uonensi Boy uenem uonuayy ONI SNIHALOVJNANYN S5VLIYSH CAYO SIHL TIVI ANV LAO THA LSAW AN0A ALNVYNVA CALINTI AVAA ANO YN04A ALVAITVA OL WARNING READ THIS OWNERS MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS REVOLVER THERE ARE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS WHICH MUST BE UNDERSTOOD AND USED TO AVOID INJURY AND OR DEATH LEAD WARNING Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas cleaning firearms or handling ammunition may result in exposure to lead and other substances known to cause birth defects reproductive harm and other serious physical injury Have adequate ventilation at all times Wash hands thoroughly after exposure Only load caliber ammo for which cylinder is chambered See 6 inside ROUGH RIDER SINGLE ACTION REVOLVERS Specifications Caliber 22 LR Long Short CB Shot 22 WMR mag amp 32 H amp R Magnum 32 S amp W 32 S amp W Long the use of other than 32 H amp R Magnum cartridges may in some loadings result in unsatisfactory accuracy or possibly damage your revolver or possibly cause an inju Barrel 3 2 4 6 2 or 9 Weight 34 Ounces Finish Blue or Satins Action Single Action Capacity 6 Shot Cylinder or 9 Shot Cylinder T l Grips Exotic Hardwoods Mother of Pearl f Py eee or Laminates PS ape No Sights Open Type Features Manual Hammer Block Made in U S A We recommend that you seek instruction in safe firearm handling by a competent fi
8. e hammer all the way back with a smooth stroke until it stops Then allow the hammer to move forward It will move slightly until the trigger engages in hammer at full cock e Push the hammer block down to disengage it e Put your finger inside the trigger guard and slowly squeeze while you line up the sights on the target WARNING Quick draw and or fanning the hammer are dangerous and abusive to your revolver Never quick draw a loaded revolver Fanning and quick drawing will void your manufactures warranty DRY FIRE Please be sure not to dry fire the revolver If you cock the hammer pull the trigger when there are no shells in the chamber and the hammer block is not in the up position the hammer will strike the firing pin causing the firing pin to hit the cylinder When this firing pin hits the cylinder and there is no ammunition in the revolver the cylinder will become damaged dented and will void the manufacturers warranty SIDE BLAST All revolvers have a side blast of cylinder gas As hot gases push the bullet down the barrel gas will escape from the gap between the barrel and the cylinder Be sure that on lookers are behind you WARNING Always listen for squib loads A squib load is a projectile that gets stuck in the barrel It has an abnormal sound upon discharge This malfunction is dangerous because if disregarded you may fire another round directly into the obstructed barrel causing your gun to explode
9. ible for the ammunition to fire CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE After each firing be sure you unload your Rough Rider and clean it thoroughly 1 Remove the cylinder no further disassembly is recommended This will allow easy access to the firing pin breech and the barrel 2 Use a bore solvent lead cleaner only on the barrel and cylinder Bore solvent lead cleaners can damage the finish on your frame and back strap Using a cleaning brush and bore solvent lead cleaner thoroughly clean and scrub the barrel and chambers Be careful not to get it on your frame A toothbrush with bore solvent lead remover can be used to clean the fire pin area 3 Using a cleaning rod thoroughly wipe off any excess bore solvent Remember that bore solvent is caustic and can remove the finish so wipe off and dry any areas exposed to the solvent 4 With a clean cotton patch soaked in gun oil be sure to coat the inside of the barrel amp chambers with a fine film of oil to prevent rust 5 The exterior of the revolver should be wiped down with a clean cotton cloth and then a light film of oil should be applied Be sure to use a light film as too much oil will attract dirt and dust 6 Store your revolver in a cool dry area and always be sure to secure the revolver out of the reach of children COMMANDMENTS OF SAFETY Never point a firearm at anything you don t intend to shoot e Never accept a firearm without opening it yourself to check to see if it
10. kip one load four or load 7 for 9 shot Revolver e Point the revolver in a safe direction e Put the hammer block in the up safe position Pull the hammer back to the 2nd notch or click so the cylinder will turn e Open the loading gate to expose the chambers in the cylinder Rotate the cylinder viewing each chamber through the open loading gate to make certain the revolver is unloaded Insert on cartridge in the first chamber then turn the cylinder but skip the next chamber Leave it empty Then rotate the cylinder loading the next 4 or 7 chambers and close the loading gate Pull the hammer all the way back and lower the hammer WARNING Do not carry this revolver with a live round chambered under the hammer and firing pin Keeping an empty chamber under the hammer with the hammer block in the up position is good assurance against accidental firing LOADING TO FIRE RIGHT AWAY e Point the revolver in a safe direction Put the hammer block in the up position Pull the hammer back to the 2nd notch or click and the cylinder will turn freely e Open the loading gate to expose the chambers Insert one cartridge in each chamber until the cylinder is loaded and close the loading gate FIRING Onin Keep the hammer block in the up position va Keep your finger out of the trigger i guard until you are ready to fire e Point the revolver at the target and be sure of what lies behind it Pull th
11. mer Block Spring 10 5 Ejec Spring 2 amp 3 4 3 Hammer Block Detent 10 6 Ejector Spring 4 75 9 4 4 Hammer 6 shot or 9 shot 10 7 Ejector Tube Screw 4 5 Hammer Screw 11 1 Base Pin 4 6 Hammer Spring 11 2 Base Pin Lock Spring 5 1 Cylinder Hand 6 shot or 9 shot 11 3 Base Pin Lock Nut 5 2 Cylinder Bolt 11 4 Base Pin Lock Screw 6 1 Cylinder 22 LR 12 1 Grips Cocobolo Regular 6 2 Cylinder 22 WMR 12 2 Grips Cocobolo Bird Head 7 1 Firing Pin 12 3 Grips See Internet or 7 2 Firing Pin Spring Mother of Pearl Regular 7 3 Firing Pin Cup 12 4 Grips See Internet or 7 4 Firing Pin Pin Mother of Pearl Bird Head 8 1 Front Sight Blade 13 1 Grip Screw Fiber Optic 13 2 Grip Pin 8 2 Rear Adj Sight 14 1 Back Strap Screws 4 Adj Sight Elevation Screw 14 2 Back Strap Front Screw Adj Sight Spring 14 3 Back Strap Regular 9 1 Loading Gate 14 4 Back Strap Bird Head 9 2 Loading Gate Spring All orders must be prepaid shipping amp handling fees apply by money order or credit card You may also order via the internet at www shopheritagemfg com Please specify Finish on your parts order Prices are subject to change without notice WARNING This revolver was manufactured to perform properly with the original parts as designed It is your duty to make sure that any part you purchase is installed correctly and that replacement parts or original parts are not altered or changed Your gun is a complex tool with many parts that must relate correctly to
12. rearms instructor Remember there is no substitute for safe handling Safety devices are merely tools that in some instances can be manipulated to fail and therefore to rely solely on mechanical devices is to be only half safe e m Herita allnralmehevierg ila Your Owners Manual This manual contains important warnings which must be understood BEFORE using this firearm Always keep it with the firearm When you lend give or sell this firearm be sure the manual goes with it You can also view our Owners Manuals online at www heritagemfg com USING THE HAMMER BLOCK Point the revolver in a safe direction Pull the hammer back to the second notch or click Turn hammer block up as shown e Always keep the hammer block in the up position except when actually firing A CLASSIC 4 CLICK SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER Your Rough Rider is a classic 4 click Single Action Revolver With the Rough Rider pointed in a safe direction the hammer block in the up safe position and your finger outside the trigger guard pull the hammer back to the 1st click This is the old Colt safety notch DO NOT RELY ON THE SAFETY NOTCH Always leave an empty chamber under the hammer See LOADING section Pull the hammer back to the 2nd click This is the loading notch In this position the cylinder spins freely and the Rough Rider can be loaded and unloaded through the loading gate when it is open Do not leave
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