What does 40DS mean?

30DS (double-action/single-action 3 inch barrel) 40DS (double-action/single-action 4 inch barrel) 50DS (double-action/single-action 5 inch barrel) 60DS (double-action/single-action 6 inch barrel)

How does a Rhino revolver work?

On the Rhino, what appears to be an exposed hammer is nothing more than a cocking lever. Pulling it to the rear rotates the cylinder, and when it is released, the lever falls forward. Then, ease the cocking lever and the trigger forward together. This reverts the revolver to double-action operation.

Is the Chiappa Rhino semi automatic?

The single-action firing mechanism within the Rhino operates like a standard striker-fired semi-automatic handgun; by retracting the cocking lever the striker is pre-loaded—comparable to cycling the slide on a Springfield Armory XD.

Is Chiappa Rhino legal in CA?

The Chiappa Rhino isn’t available for import into California because it isn’t on the roster of Handguns Certified for Sale . This is a very limited list of firearms that can be imported into the state. Mind you, this doesn’t mean that a firearm cannot be owned.

Is the Chiappa Rhino California compliant?

The Chiappa Rhino isn’t available for import into California because it isn’t on the roster of Handguns Certified for Sale . This is a very limited list of firearms that can be imported into the state.

Can Chiappa Rhino fire 9mm?

Chiappa manufactures the peculiar design Rhino revolver not only in . 357 Magnum, but also in pistol calibers. The Charging Rhino 60DS in caliber 9mm even comes with reduced trigger pull weight. We tested this revolver here on all4shooters.com – and we discovered a lot of light, but also a shadow.

Is the Chiappa 60DS the same as the white rhino?

The White Rhino is Chiappa’s 60DS. It is the same gun just with a 6 inch long barrel. The White Rhino is the stainless hard chrome version of the Rhino 60DS. They do make the 60DS in black just like the one James’ reviewed.

What kind of Revolver is the Rhino 60DS?

The White Rhino is the stainless hard chrome version of the Rhino 60DS. They do make the 60DS in black just like the one James’ reviewed. I put the Rhino 60DS up against an old Taurus Model 66. Both are stainless finished revolvers with wood grips. They each hold six rounds of .357 MAG.

How to shoot the Chiappa Rhino with a red dot?

So shooting the Chiappa Rhino with a red dot was very easy. The direct linear recoil helps to minimize muzzle jump and the red dot does not move far off target. I shot the Rhino and the Taurus using the same ammunition. American Eagle Lead Round Nose .38 SPL and Remington UMC .38 SPL.

How many rounds does the Rhino shoot from the bottom cylinder?

They each hold six rounds of .357 MAG. Like what James noted in his video, the Rhino shoots from the bottom cylinder. What he did not mention was that the Chiappa Rhino was designed by none other than Emilio Ghisoni, the father of the Mateba.