Chiappa Rhino 50DS Nickel-Plated .357 Magnum Revolver – 5-Inch Barrel, Fiber-Optic Sights, 5-Slot Picatinny Rail
The Chiappa Rhino 50DS stands out for its unconventional bottom-bore barrel placement, nickel-plated finish, and competition-ready features. This 5-inch model combines reduced muzzle rise, moon-clip compatibility, and an integral 5-slot Picatinny rail in a revolver that appeals to shooters who value fast follow-up shots and modern adaptability.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent – clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Rifling Condition: Excellent – sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The revolver exhibits only a few small handling marks on the frame and cylinder, and the bore is bright and free of fouling.
What’s Included
- Chiappa factory black polymer case
- Chiappa Rhino Revolver safety & instruction manual
- Two stainless steel moon clips
- Moon-clip removal tool
The Rhino’s barrel aligns with the bottom cylinder chamber, placing the bore roughly 30 mm lower than traditional designs. This geometry directs recoil straight back, cutting muzzle climb and perceived recoil, which helps maintain sight picture during rapid fire.
A matte nickel-plated finish covers the 7075-T6 aluminum frame, aluminum barrel shroud, and hexagonal steel cylinder, providing hard corrosion resistance and a distinctive satin look. The stylized Rhino-head logo is factory-engraved above the model text.
The 5-inch shrouded barrel features three elongated oval ports per side to reduce weight and aid cooling. An underside 5-slot Picatinny rail lets shooters mount a light or laser without aftermarket machining—an uncommon convenience on a revolver.
Fiber-optic sights pair a fixed red front blade in a dovetail base with protective ears to a fully adjustable green rear, delivering quick daylight acquisition and precise zeroing. The medium walnut grip sports stippled panels and a Chiappa medallion for secure, comfortable control.
Moon-clip cut chambers speed reloads, and the revolver’s DA/SA action uses an external cocking lever that returns flush after cycling, leaving no exposed hammer spur. Internal safeties include a firing mechanism block and a cocked-status indicator.