The Chiappa Rhino 60DS is a 6-shot DA/SA revolver chambered in .357 Magnum / .38 Special with a 6-inch barrel and a gold PVD finish over an alloy frame. The defining engineering feature is the barrel alignment -- it fires from the bottom cylinder chamber rather than the top, which drops the bore axis closer to the hand and noticeably reduces muzzle rise on .357 Magnum loads. The walnut grips feel good in hand and are part of what makes this variant worth looking at. 
 

Key Specifications: 

• Model: Chiappa Firearms Rhino 60DS 
• Type: Revolver 
• Caliber: .357 Magnum / .38 Special 
• Barrel Length: 6 inches 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Weight: 2 lbs (32 oz) 
• Finish: Gold Plated PVD 
• Frame Material: Alloy with Gold Finish 
• Sights: Fixed Front / Adjustable Rear  
• Action Type: Single/Double Action  
• Condition: New in Box 
   

Detailed Features: 

The low bore axis design reduces muzzle rise during rapid double-action strings, which translates to faster follow-up shots compared to a conventional revolver. The adjustable rear sight paired with a fixed front sight lets you dial in point of impact. The gold PVD coating is durable -- not a thin electroplate -- and holds up under normal use. Walnut grips are factory-fitted and provide a comfortable grip without adding bulk.

The Rhino 60DS gold with walnut grips gets consistent attention for two things: the unconventional design and the finish quality. Most owners who handle it come away impressed by how the low bore axis actually changes the shooting experience -- the .357 Magnum recoil is more of a push rearward than a flip upward, which makes a real difference in faster double-action strings.

The gold PVD finish and walnut grips get positive remarks for aesthetics and feel. Trigger pull in double action is described as smooth, and the single-action break is crisp for precise target work.

The main objections: the 32 oz weight draws comments from shooters looking for a carry-weight revolver -- this is a range and bedside gun, not a pocket gun. Price runs higher than traditional revolvers of comparable cylinder capacity, and aftermarket support is limited compared to mainstream brands. Grip size works for average to large hands but can feel oversized for smaller hands. The niche design means it will not appeal to buyers wanting a conventional wheelgun, but those who want something different and are willing to pay for it tend to come away satisfied.