The Chiappa Rhino 60DS is a 9MM Luger revolver with a genuinely unusual design: the barrel fires from the bottom chamber of the cylinder rather than the top. This lowers the bore axis substantially, which cuts muzzle rise and lets you get back on target faster. 
 

Key Specifications 

• SKU: 1794003601 
• UPC: 053670717206 
• Brand: Chiappa 
• Model Name: Rhino 60DS 
• MPN: 340167 
• Caliber: 9MM LUGER 
• Action: DA/SA (Double Action/Single Action) 
• Capacity: 6 RD (Rounds) 
• Barrel Length: 6" 
• Overall Length: 10.5" 
• Weight: 2.1 lbs 
• Sights: Fixed Fiber Optic Front & Adjustable Fiber Optic Rear 
• Grip Material: Walnut 
• Trigger Type: Standard 
• Finish: Barrel: Black Anodized 
• Condition: New in Box 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The bottom-cylinder firing position aligns the barrel with the shooter's hand rather than above it. In practice this means less felt recoil and less muzzle rise during firing, which translates to faster follow-up shots and tighter groups on multiple targets. The fiber optic front sight paired with an adjustable rear gives good visibility across lighting conditions. 
 
At 2.1 lbs the Rhino is light enough to carry without fatigue. The walnut grip is comfortable for extended sessions and fills the hand well. DA/SA operation means you can run it double-action for the first shot or cock the hammer for a lighter single-action pull. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

• Home Defense: The 9MM caliber gives adequate stopping power without brutal recoil in a closed-quarter environment. 
• Sport Shooting: The low bore axis helps during timed stages where quick target transitions matter. 
• Training: Minimal fatigue during long practice sessions thanks to the weight and grip design.

The Rhino 60DS draws a consistent split between people who love the concept and those who find it takes adjustment. Most owners praise the barrel alignment for genuinely reducing muzzle rise with 9mm, and the smooth DA trigger pull gets positive marks from both new and experienced shooters. Running 9mm also keeps practice costs lower than larger-caliber revolvers, which helps.

On the critical side, the grip shape and overall bulk get mentioned regularly. Shooters used to traditional revolvers or semi-automatics sometimes find the ergonomics odd at first. Availability of holsters and aftermarket accessories is limited. A few owners note that finding reliable accessories takes extra research compared to more common platforms.

Overall the sentiment leans positive among people who tried it with an open mind. Most who bought one report keeping it; the design works as advertised even if it looks unconventional.