Overview: Heritage Manufacturing Barkeep BK22B3 .22 LR Single-Action Revolver
The KFF Defense team assesses the Heritage Manufacturing Barkeep BK22B3 as a functional, compact single-action revolver optimized for discreet carry and reliable rimfire operation. Designed for portability, the Barkeep integrates essential features for practical utility in a lightweight package. This model ships standard with the .22 LR rimfire cylinder and is engineered to accommodate an interchangeable .22 WMR cylinder (sold separately) for enhanced versatility.
Key Features
Design and Ergonomics
The Barkeep BK22B3 features a streamlined profile with a 3-inch barrel, facilitating optimal concealability without compromising handling. Fixed sights provide a clean, consistent sight picture for rapid target acquisition. The black laminate grip panels offer a secure hold, contributing to stable control during operation.
Caliber Versatility
This revolver is chambered for the common and cost-effective .22 LR rimfire cartridge, supplied with a 6-shot capacity cylinder. Its design maintains compatibility with an interchangeable .22 WMR cylinder, offering users the option to transition to the higher velocity .22 WMR round for increased performance.
Construction and Durability
The BK22B3 is constructed with a black oxide steel barrel, ensuring structural integrity and longevity. The frame is fabricated from black oxide zinc alloy, contributing to the unit’s light overall weight while maintaining necessary rigidity. The cylinder also receives a black oxide finish, providing a uniform aesthetic and corrosion resistance across critical components.
Operational Mechanics
Operating as a single-action revolver, the Barkeep requires manual cocking of the exposed hammer before each shot. This mechanism provides a deliberate trigger pull, characteristic of traditional single-action designs. A manual safety is integrated, offering an additional layer of security during carry and handling.
Technical Specifications
- **Model:** Barkeep BK22B3
- **Caliber:** .22 LR (Ships with .22 LR cylinder)
- **Capacity:** 6 Rounds
- **Barrel Length:** 3 Inches
- **Barrel Material:** Steel, Black Oxide Finish
- **Frame Material:** Zinc Alloy, Black Oxide Finish
- **Cylinder Material:** Steel, Black Oxide Finish
- **Grip Material:** Black Laminate
- **Action:** Single-Action
- **Safety:** Manual Safety
- **Hammer:** Exposed Hammer
- **Sights:** Fixed Sights
- **Interchangeable Cylinder Compatibility:** .22 WMR (Cylinder sold separately)
