Author Topic: Heritage .22's (Read 2005 times)

knight0334 · « **on:** April 30, 2006, 06:14:33 AM »

I've been looking for an inexpensive .22rf for plinking for awhile now. My local FFL guy suggested one of the Heritage single actions for all I need of one. being only for shooting cans, yard varmints, and maybe some small game(rabbits, squirrel).

I know these things aren't fancy high dollar Rugers and such, nor would I be expecting them to be. But what are you guy's technical opinions about them??

Lloyd Smale · « **Reply #1 on:** April 30, 2006, 10:06:59 AM »

only handled and shot one of them and wasnt to impressed. Id be looking for a used single six. You can eaisly pick them up for 200 bucks if you keep your eyes open.

knight0334 · « **Reply #2 on:** April 30, 2006, 02:14:14 PM »

I wish..

In this neck of the woods, just about the only firearms in a the guns shops are all bolt action rifles.

Gotta order any handgun if ya want one. The Single Six is nice for sure, and I am willing to keep my eye out for one.. but like I said, not much of anything for pistols in the area.

totallycustom · « **Reply #3 on:** May 01, 2006, 08:05:54 AM »

I was in the same boat a while ago, wanted single action 22 was looking at the heritage and rugers but thought the quality was pretty shoddy with the heritage, it looked like a lot of pot metal castings with poor fit.
I spent alittle extra and bought a Stainless Ruger Bearcat very nice revolver, good quality and a good shooter. Thats my vote. Maybe look around for a used one or single six. I like the bearcat size better than the single six, I think the frame/cylinder size is much better suited to the scale of the 22lr. It is also a good kit gun sized revolver.

-TC-

BillinOregon · « **Reply #4 on:** May 10, 2006, 08:59:36 PM »

I've had Bearcats that wouldn't shoot any better than the Heritage. They're not something you'd want to pass down to the grandkids, but they're fun plinkers for the price point.

Lloyd Smale · « **Reply #5 on:** May 10, 2006, 11:21:18 PM »

ive had a few bearcats and own 3 right now and with ammo they like will shoot right along side of a single six. Biggest trick to them is getting the trigger done. There so small and light that trigger control is a little more important then in a heavier gun.

totallycustom · « **Reply #6 on:** May 11, 2006, 08:07:12 AM »

Loyd,

I have found the same thing in regards to trigger control, the gun is so small and light that if you dont squeeze that trigger just right you will end up pulling the gun sideways. I had a little trigger work done and that helped really well also and i checked a few different ones when i bought it for a tight cylinder fit.

I think it is a great little shooter, and it almost forces you to become a more stable/ consistent shot and have more control.

-TC-

Lloyd Smale · « **Reply #7 on:** May 11, 2006, 11:45:46 PM »

the bearcats kind of make me chuckle. they market them as a gun to teach your child with. Then put a 6lb trigger on them that even i cant use. out of the box it takes my grandkids two fingers to pull them!

darrell8937 · « **Reply #8 on:** May 13, 2006, 12:40:03 PM »

Well, I do actualy own one and am verry happy with it. It shoots to point of aim at twenty yards and groups well. Like one member said. It will not be a heirloom but a lot of enjoyment can be had in this bargin priced revolver. I do dislike the strange safety but , oh well, The only complaint is that when you load the shell you must make certain you push them in completly as it will bind up. It can not be reversed, you can usualy puse them in with a tooth pick. But if you make sure they are seate then all is fine. Once I hade to take the cylind out because of this but that is real easy , except when you drop the axle pin in the tall grass.. All in All. Worth the money. There are certainly better revolvers out there, but these shoot just fine. I have both the 22lr and 22 mag cylinders.

DakotaElkSlayer · « **Reply #9 on:** May 16, 2006, 10:53:52 AM »

My store just took one in used... It looks new, but feels like junk. The cylinder is so loose, I would call it "sloppy". Can't judge all of 'em by this one, but I would definately wouldn't buy one sight unseen.

Jim

QuailKiller · « **Reply #10 on:** May 21, 2006, 01:48:25 PM »

I have a Heritage 22lr/22mag and I don't think it serves me well. The cylinder is not loose, nor are any of the other parts. It doesn't have the looks of a Ruger, but it shoots just fine.

DakotaElkSlayer · « **Reply #11 on:** May 31, 2006, 06:45:05 AM »

We just got in a new EAA Bounty Hunter... Spent quite a bit of time handling it...seems really well made; real solid, like a Ruger.

Jim

44 Man · « **Reply #12 on:** May 31, 2006, 09:40:15 AM »

I bought a used EAA Bounty Hunter .22 a few months ago. Love that gun! It is heavy being a full sized gun in .22 but talk about sweet shooting and handling! I got the 6 shot with both cylinders. I only paid $80 for it but they are worth it even at retail (about $200)! I love it! 44 Man

aaronrkelly · « **Reply #13 on:** June 02, 2006, 11:01:09 PM »

I have a 6.5" barrel Heritage with both the .22LR and .22mag cylinders. I havent shot it alot but what I have has been great. No issues to date, seems tight. I have no idea how many rounds has been thru mine as I bought it used.......the finish is different on mine then the new ones, the shop I bought it at told me that means its an older model. Not really sure how old.

Anywho, fun to shoot....cheap.....what a plinker should be.

navyredneck · « **Reply #14 on:** June 11, 2006, 04:01:46 PM »

I just bought a new .22lr with .22 wmr cylinder Ruger Single Six for 325 out the door at a gun show. I've only shot it once so far but it sure was nice to shoot over a hundred rounds for a couple of dollars!

BTW I did look at the same gun in a heritage. I think they wanted 250 or so for it and it didn't have the same feel or look of quality. I plan on shooting my Ruger for years to come and I wanted a gun all of my kids could learn to shoot on.

Rex B · « **Reply #15 on:** June 24, 2006, 02:39:55 PM »

I bought a Heritage revolver a few months back. I was looking for something to shoot CB caps in the backyard as they won't cycle my semi-auto .22s. My local dealer had one with both cylinders for $100. Had a nice feel, 6.5 barrel, adjustable rear sight. Hard to beat. I've shot it quite a bit and haven't had a bit of problem. Sure, it's no Colt, and I'm still looking for a deal on a Single Six, but I've enjoyed this Heritage pistol. It's a great plinker and I don't have to worry about depreciation if I actually, you know SHOOT it

aaronrkelly · « **Reply #16 on:** June 24, 2006, 05:08:43 PM »

Quote from: navyredneck

BTW I did look at the same gun in a heritage. I think they wanted 250 or so for it and it didn't have the same feel or look of quality. I plan on shooting my Ruger for years to come and I wanted a gun all of my kids could learn to shoot on.

I like the Heritage but not that much, yikes!? SOG has them listed for $120 NEW with both cylinders.......that guy was trying to make his salary on that one gun.

Tn Jim · « **Reply #17 on:** June 25, 2006, 07:01:16 AM »

I bought a Heritage with a 4 5/8" barrel new about 6 or 7 years ago. Came with the LR and Mag cylinders. Didn't matter what ammo I fired it wouldn't hit the side of a barn. Truly pitiful in terms of accuracy. Needless to say, it didn't live here very long. Gimme a Ruger any day!!

Rex B · « **Reply #18 on:** July 08, 2006, 03:01:01 AM »

Quote from: aaronrkelly on June 24, 2006, 05:08:43 PM

Quote from: navyredneck
I like the Heritage but not that much, yikes!? SOG has them listed for $120 NEW with both cylinders....

Who or what is SOG?

aaronrkelly · « **Reply #19 on:** July 08, 2006, 05:28:18 AM »

Who or what is SOG?

SOG = Southern Ohio Gun

They send me ads - mainly deal in military surplus but they do list some new guns in their flyer. Their website is below, it only shows their surplus guns.

http://www.southernohiogun.com/

Rex B · « **Reply #20 on:** August 11, 2006, 12:10:18 PM »

Quote from: Rex B on June 24, 2006, 02:39:55 PM

I bought a Heritage revolver a few months back. I was looking for something to shoot CB caps in the backyard as they won't cycle my semi-auto .22s. My local dealer had one with both cylinders for $100. Had a nice feel, 6.5 barrel, adjustable rear sight. Hard to beat. I've shot it quite a bit and haven't had a bit of problem. Sure, it's no Colt, and I'm still looking for a deal on a Single Six, but I've enjoyed this Heritage pistol. It's a great plinker and I don't have to worry about depreciation if I actually, you know SHOOT it

I need to update this. I noticed a few weeks ago that the cylinder on mine was rotating ...funny. As the hammer was drawn back, the cylinder rotated forward, then back a bit. It tended up out of time as the hammer dropped. Not good. Removed the cylinder, noticed the end of the hand was falling back when it shoulda been at it's highest point. I also noticed some lead buildup on one side of the forcing cone.
So I took it apart, and noticed the hand was trying to disassemble itself. The little pin that connects with the hammer was loose, where it should have been a press fit. I could have fixed it with some silver-solder, but a new one was $9 + $5 shipping, so I ordered one.
Put it in the other night, re-assembled the gun, and it's tight as new.
I have no way of knowing how long it took to get this way. The model is the long-barrel, silver satin with adjustable sights, which I think may be the newest model. List price was over $200. But I bought it used and it showed lots of powder marks.
As for quality, you get what you pay for. The frame and the handle frame are both aluminum. The cylinder block is stamped steel. Warranty is one year, out of warranty repairs look to be reasonable. No labor charges, just parts.
By comparison, a Ruger Single Six feels like a solid piece of steel, runs like a watch, and has a lifetime warranty. Big difference - but it's twice the price of the HEritage, new or used.
I'll keep both of 'em, but the Ruger will be an heirloom.