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Chiappa Rhino

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#1 ·
Saw an advert for this thing and then went to a local gun show, and they had one there on display. Couldn't pick it up for whatever reasons, but it looked so (for lack of a better word) different.

I know it fires from the bottom cylinder, and that the firing mechanism is quite the odd concoction, but it looks like a neat design.

Anyone have the privilege of handling or shooting this thing?? I'd love to try it out some day !!!
 
#2 ·
I've handled a few at gun shows, haven't shot one. I've wanted one since I read the first review of them, but they are seriously out of my price range right now at $700+.

I recently saw online a new "White Rhino" or something like that. It's a stainless Rhino with a white grip.

It's definitely an interesting revolver. Not many have integrated Picatinny rails and the barrel length is changed just by unscrewing the barrel and putting in one of a different length (as far as I've been able to tell anyway).

All in all, it looks to be an innovative design developed into a quality revolver. I can't wait to shoot one!
 
#3 ·
I have handled one but not shot one. The thought that came to my mind, at least what's left of it, was why bother with sights when there is plenty of room for an integral laser where the barrel isn’t?
 
#4 ·
If someone carries it in, for instance, a purse, where the extra stuff can snag, (Not too much flak about this, please!!!), then it makes the laser useless. Almost bulky.

Now I know they are quite the "interestingly different" design to begin with, but for devil's advocate, not putting sights on a gun is like wiping before you poo. Makes no sense. Would almost be construed as a means to "force" someone into buying a laser or other attachment. Wouldn't it???

I'd think it would be awkward to shoot and handle with the mechanics behind it. I almost get the idea that it would throw you off to see the hammer strike straight down instead of towards the back of the cylinder. Maybe my mind is just taking this too far for all I know.

+1 looking forward to one day putting a few shots through it. C/G being lower makes it sound like a joy to shoot with less report and barrel jump.

Ironic that they would design it to be a less violent kick or "bucking" and name it after a rhino, a very dangerous and formidable animal. Mostly for design and looks, I'd assume.