Chiappa Rhino 60DS .357 Magnum DA/SA Revolver, 6 in Barrel, Fiber-Optic Sights, Matte Black, Integral Picatinny Rails
This Chiappa Rhino 60DS stands out for its low-bore-axis design that aligns the barrel with the cylinder’s bottom chamber to reduce muzzle rise. It pairs a 6-inch steel barrel and flat-sided 6-shot cylinder with a lightweight 7075-T6 aluminum alloy frame, fiber-optic sights, and integral top and bottom Picatinny rail sections. This example includes the factory case and manuals, with smooth action and tight lockup.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in great shape. The action is smooth and the lockup is tight. Minor scratches and blemishes are present. The bore is clean and shiny; rifling shows some blemishes but remains well defined. There is minor carbon buildup above the forcing cone and scorch marks on the cylinder from normal use.
What’s Included
- Chiappa factory hard case
- Chiappa manuals and paperwork
The Rhino’s barrel is aligned with the cylinder’s bottom chamber, giving it a notably low bore axis that reduces muzzle rise. Combined with the flat-sided (hexagonal) cylinder, this design contributes to fast shot-to-shot control while keeping the profile distinct and recognizable.
Construction is robust and weight-conscious: a steel barrel and steel cylinder are paired with a matte-black 7075-T6 aluminum alloy frame. The 6-inch shrouded barrel includes integral Picatinny rail sections on top and bottom, and the revolver measures approximately 10.5 inches overall and about 2.06 pounds.
Sighting is quick and bright with a red fiber-optic front and a fully adjustable rear fitted with green fiber-optic rods. The double action/single action system uses an internal hammer actuated by an external cocking lever, offering a smooth trigger in DA and a crisp break in SA.
Chambered in .357 Magnum and compatible with .38 Special, the Rhino 60DS holds six rounds and uses a 6-groove barrel with a 1:19-inch twist. The one-piece textured walnut grip with Chiappa medallion provides a firm, ergonomic hold that complements the revolver’s recoil-managing layout.
Markings indicate Italian manufacture by Chiappa Firearms with Chiappa Firearms, Dayton, OH import information. This example corresponds to mfg. part number 340.221.