The Chiappa Rhino revolver “flipped the script” on the wheelgun market when it was introduced in 2010. From its internal hammer connected to an external “cocking lever” to its slim hexagonal cylinder to an “upside-down” cylinder and barrel arrangement that lowers the revolver’s bore axis and helps control recoil, the Rhino stands out aesthetically and mechanically from every other handgun on the market. New for 2025, Chiappa is expanding its lineup with new Rhino models.
First up is a new chambering, in addition to the company's already offered .357 Mag., 9 mm Luger and .40 S&W options. The Rhino is now available chambered for 10 mm Auto, traditionally a semi-automatic handgun cartridge. There are two 10 mm Auto Rhinos, both of which are double-action/single-action. One has a 6” barrel with an integrated Picatinny rail on the top and bottom. The aluminum-alloy frame has a matte black anodized finish, and steel parts are blued. It weighs 33 ozs. and has an MSRP of $1,419.
The second 10 mm Auto model has a 3” barrel, a nickel finish and rubber grips. It weighs 27 ozs. and has an MSRP of $1,405. California-compliant single-action only versions of both revolvers are scheduled to be released in the future.
While most Rhino revolvers have an aluminum-alloy frame with a steel cylinder and barrel, Chiappa has introduced an all stainless-steel model with the 30DS X. Chambered in .357 Mag., the 30DS X has a 3” barrel, adjustable sights with fiber optic inserts and G10 grips. It weighs 44 ozs., ships with a leather holster and moon clips and has an MSRP of $1,865.
For more information, see the company’s website.
