Heritage Revolvers
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CajunBass
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I had one that I kept for a little while. I didn't see anything wrong with it. I sold it because I bought one with a 6 1/2" barrel knowing that I don't like guns with longer than a 6" barrel. That 1/2" doesn't sound like a lot but it was enough for me not to be able to warm up to it. It shot just fine, worked just fine. Looked decent.
I thought it was OK for the money. I might pick up another one with a shorter barrel before too long.
I thought it was OK for the money. I might pick up another one with a shorter barrel before too long.
I've got one of their Rough Rider .22 caliber revolvers. It's okay for what it is. When I bought it I was looking for an inexpensive .22
S\A revolver to use as a snake gun. It fills the bill. I do wish mine had more of a traditional revolver grip. The one I found has a birdshead grip.
S\A revolver to use as a snake gun. It fills the bill. I do wish mine had more of a traditional revolver grip. The one I found has a birdshead grip.
It is a fine gun for $200. Mine has the 22mag cylinder as well. The .22LR actually surprised me with it's accuracy. The kids like to shoot it because it looks "cowboy" and I like them to shoot it because it takes time to reload.
Somebody will undoubtedly say to save your money and buy a Single Six. I agree totally that the Ruger is a better made gun but for a plinking gun the Heritage is just fine. I don't recall a single ftf with the gun and I have used every bulk ammo I have bought.
Somebody will undoubtedly say to save your money and buy a Single Six. I agree totally that the Ruger is a better made gun but for a plinking gun the Heritage is just fine. I don't recall a single ftf with the gun and I have used every bulk ammo I have bought.
hardluk1
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Heres a friends Heritage back in floirda that he tried to use to kill a snake with.
Mauser lover
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Did he try to beat it to death?
They are fine for what they are... BUT remember that you do usually get what you pay for.
They are fine for what they are... BUT remember that you do usually get what you pay for.
bikerdoc
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Mine is a fun, inexpensive plinker.
Speedo66
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Are they steel frame or a zinc alloy?
Taurus now owns Heritage Arms and is making them in their Miami factory (or at least part of them).
http://www.taurususa.com/news-detail.cfm?newsID=41
Taurus® Acquires Heritage Manufacturing
May, 2012 (Miami, FL) – Taurus®, the world's foremost manufacturer of firearms announces the acquisition of Heritage Manufacturing, Inc. of Opa Locka, Florida, an American company proudly producing an American legend, the Western Single Action Revolver. Terms of the transaction are undisclosed.
Heritage Manufacturing was founded in 1992 by Jay Bernkrant and his wife, Maria Diaz, and their firearms were quickly recognized for outstanding workmanship, accuracy, quality and value. Featuring the acclaimed Rough Rider 22LR and 22 Magnum combo revolver, Heritage brings affordability to any outdoorsman who enjoys plinking, hunting, and family fun. Heritage's competitive price points mirror the Taurus position of value leader in the marketplace.
Jay Bernkrant, President/Owner of Heritage Manufacturing is quick to note that, "Heritage and Taurus have always had a long, family-like relationship. We share the same family-based values and deep-rooted desire to bring the best products to the most people." The Heritage name and brand will continue to be marketed as a standalone while receiving the full support of the Taurus management efforts and distribution channels.
"This acquisition is a great compliment to our Taurus and Rossi products; a perfect fit with our growth strategy to acquire and partner with companies that share our core competency of affordably priced firearms for all shooters. Taurus is continuing to accelerate in the shooting sports and Heritage products will keep our customers hunting, plinking and cowboy-action shooting. Heritage Manufacturing, Inc. is a well-respected American company with traits of tradition that our nation is built upon and we look forward to increasing the brand awareness to the consumer," states Mark Kresser, President and CEO of Taurus USA.
http://www.taurususa.com/news-detail.cfm?newsID=41
Taurus® Acquires Heritage Manufacturing
May, 2012 (Miami, FL) – Taurus®, the world's foremost manufacturer of firearms announces the acquisition of Heritage Manufacturing, Inc. of Opa Locka, Florida, an American company proudly producing an American legend, the Western Single Action Revolver. Terms of the transaction are undisclosed.
Heritage Manufacturing was founded in 1992 by Jay Bernkrant and his wife, Maria Diaz, and their firearms were quickly recognized for outstanding workmanship, accuracy, quality and value. Featuring the acclaimed Rough Rider 22LR and 22 Magnum combo revolver, Heritage brings affordability to any outdoorsman who enjoys plinking, hunting, and family fun. Heritage's competitive price points mirror the Taurus position of value leader in the marketplace.
Jay Bernkrant, President/Owner of Heritage Manufacturing is quick to note that, "Heritage and Taurus have always had a long, family-like relationship. We share the same family-based values and deep-rooted desire to bring the best products to the most people." The Heritage name and brand will continue to be marketed as a standalone while receiving the full support of the Taurus management efforts and distribution channels.
"This acquisition is a great compliment to our Taurus and Rossi products; a perfect fit with our growth strategy to acquire and partner with companies that share our core competency of affordably priced firearms for all shooters. Taurus is continuing to accelerate in the shooting sports and Heritage products will keep our customers hunting, plinking and cowboy-action shooting. Heritage Manufacturing, Inc. is a well-respected American company with traits of tradition that our nation is built upon and we look forward to increasing the brand awareness to the consumer," states Mark Kresser, President and CEO of Taurus USA.
hardluk1
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speedo66 It must be some kind of zinc alloy. he has had it a couple years and it was his truck gun and camp plinker used for keeping mocs or rattlers under control around camp. He said he pulled the fired round to see if it looked odd and the barrel was clear but it seems it was simply the end of its life cycle. He is buy'n one of the new 10 shot rugers to replace it.
Hopefully Taurus will start making forged frames for them . .
Hopefully Taurus will start making forged frames for them . .
I've got one of the older ones, it is a bit long for my taste. Other than that, I have no complaints, surprisingly easy to shoot accurately with.
I now have a ruger single six, got it for practice since the sights are the same as my other ruger revolvers. Honestly, there isn't a tremendous amount of difference to my untrained hands, granted the ruger is going to outlast the heritage 10 fold.
Having the non-adjustable sights on the heritage is something of a drawback, either you get a "shooter" or one that shoots wherever it pleases. I would imagine that like other budget revolvers, quality control may be lacking. I wouldn't purchase one that I couldn't try out first. However for half the price of a ruger, if you get one that shoots good, then you'll love it.
I now have a ruger single six, got it for practice since the sights are the same as my other ruger revolvers. Honestly, there isn't a tremendous amount of difference to my untrained hands, granted the ruger is going to outlast the heritage 10 fold.
Having the non-adjustable sights on the heritage is something of a drawback, either you get a "shooter" or one that shoots wherever it pleases. I would imagine that like other budget revolvers, quality control may be lacking. I wouldn't purchase one that I couldn't try out first. However for half the price of a ruger, if you get one that shoots good, then you'll love it.
gearchecker
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I bought mine to replace another I sold back to the original owner. they're inexpensive, ersitle and fun to shoot. I spend more time shooting the 22 LR then the magnums, simply due to cost. But they're certainly accurate to rabbit hunt with. It's almost always with us when we get some range time. The revolvers built back in the early 2000's are the better built guns. We'll see what Taurus does with them in the near future.
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