Heritage Barkeep 22lr

The Heritage Barkeep 22LR is a compact single-action revolver engineered for plinking, small-game hunting, and recreational shooting where lightweight portability and low recoil are priorities. With a streamlined 1.75-inch profile and 2.19-pound weight, this revolver delivers the controls and ergonomics shooters expect from a Heritage single-action design, scaled for the efficient 22 Long Rifle cartridge.

The Barkeep 22LR features a 6-round capacity cylinder paired with an alloy frame construction that keeps overall weight minimal without sacrificing durability. The simulated case-hardened finish delivers period-correct aesthetics typical of Heritage Rough Rider variants, while fixed sights provide straightforward aiming suitable for close to mid-range shooting. This configuration omits a traditional ejector rod, instead including a separate ejector pin with wooden handle—a practical design choice that maintains the compact footprint while retaining full ejection capability when needed in the field.

Intended users include recreational shooters, small-frame handgun enthusiasts, and trainers seeking an affordable platform for marksmanship fundamentals without recoil management concerns. The compact Barkeep 22LR suits range sessions, plinking outings, and survival kits where ammunition cost and shooter fatigue are practical considerations. The 22 LR cartridge's inherent accuracy and low pressure envelope make this revolver accessible to shooters managing recoil sensitivity, while Heritage's proven single-action platform ensures consistent ignition and mechanical reliability across ammunition types.