Heritage Rough Rider Birdshead Walnut Grips with a carved American Eagle emblem on each panel, built specifically for the Heritage Arms Rough Rider Birdshead New 6-Shooter in .22 LR. The combination of high-grade walnut and the American Eagle design ties the build to Wild West heritage and traditional American iconography, suiting Cowboy Action shooters, .22 collectors, and gift sets for Rough Rider owners who want a presentation-grade build over factory polymer. The Birdshead grip frame (rounded, curved butt inspired by the Colt Single Action Army Bird’s Head profile) sits lower in the hand than the standard plow-style Rough Rider frame. That geometry shifts recoil into the meat of the palm, manageable on a .22 LR even with the smaller grip footprint, and gives the pistol a more compact, concealable carry profile. The walnut panels add visual warmth and grain depth that Heritage’s stock polymer panels can’t match, while the American Eagle emblem reads as a clean American-heritage touch. Will these fit my Heritage Rough Rider? These grips are strictly designed for the Heritage Rough Rider Birdshead New 6-Shooter in .22 LR. They will NOT fit standard plow-style (square-butt) Rough Rider frames, the 9-shot variants, the Heritage Barkeep, or older Birdshead production runs with different frame geometry. If your Rough Rider has a flat-bottom grip, you need our standard frame Heritage Rough Rider grips — not this Birdshead variant. Confirm your specific model before ordering. How are these Birdshead walnut grips built? CNC-machined from high-grade European walnut to the Heritage Bird’s Head grip frame profile. The American Eagle emblem is carved directly into the wood face, not surface-applied as a decal. Brass inserts with a threaded side and a pass-through side ensure secure fitment with the included installation screw. Hand-tightening is recommended to avoid over-torque damage to the wood threads. Construction and finishing options Walnut takes finish well, apply oil for a low-sheen patina, stain for color matching, or lacquer for high-gloss protection. The grain pattern varies between sets (it’s real wood, not laminate), giving each pair its own character. Light handling and a basic cloth cleaning are all the maintenance these need. Most sets ship with installation screws, check your specific listing for hardware details. Backed by a 30-day fit guarantee from a shop with 50,000 pistol grips sold to American shooters. For frame-fit clarity, see our Heritage Arms Rough Rider upgrade guide or browse all Heritage Rough Rider grips for additional options.
