Gun of the Week: Chiappa Rhino 60 DS Revolver in 10 mm

Published on February 20, 2026
Duration: 3:39

This review of the Chiappa Rhino 60 DS revolver, presented by Evan Brune, an Executive Editor of American Rifleman, highlights its distinctive design features. Key takeaways include the bottom-firing cylinder for reduced felt recoil, the use of moon clips for 10mm ammunition, and its versatile accessory mounting options via Picatinny rails. The manual of arms is also detailed, noting the unique single-action indicator.

Quick Summary

The Chiappa Rhino 60 DS revolver in 10mm Auto boasts a unique design where the bottom cylinder chamber fires, lowering the bore axis for reduced felt recoil. It uses moon clips for six rounds of 10mm and features Picatinny rails for optics and accessories.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Chiappa Rhino 60 DS Overview
  2. 01:08Ammunition and Moon Clips
  3. 01:33Unique Manual of Arms
  4. 02:35Accessories and Grips

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Chiappa Rhino 60 DS revolver's design unique?

The Chiappa Rhino 60 DS features a distinctive design where the bottom chamber of the cylinder fires, rather than the top. This lower bore axis is intended to significantly reduce felt recoil for the shooter, making it more manageable.

How does the Chiappa Rhino 60 DS handle 10mm ammunition?

This revolver utilizes moon clips to securely hold six rounds of 10mm Auto ammunition. These moon clips function similarly to speed loaders, allowing for rapid reloads and assisting the extractor star in removing spent casings efficiently.

What accessory mounting options are available on the Chiappa Rhino 60 DS?

The Chiappa Rhino 60 DS is equipped with a Picatinny rail on the top front of the frame, ideal for mounting red dot sights. Additionally, there is a rail located on the bottom side of the barrel, suitable for attaching lights or lasers.

Can you describe the manual of arms for the Chiappa Rhino 60 DS?

The Chiappa Rhino 60 DS is a double-action/single-action revolver. Its single-action mode features a pop-up indicator instead of the hammer remaining cocked. The cylinder release lever is located on the left side and also operates the ejector rod.

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