The Rhino is aptly named with its no-nonsense all-muscle design. Of course, it could also be named after Rino Chiappa.
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Cylinder
The Rhino’s cylinder has squared edges for a more compact design, which helps it as a concealed-carry gun.
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Indicator
The Rhino has a “false” hammer that is used to cock and decock the internal hammer. Because the hammer sits in double-action mode, a cocking indicator tells the shooter whether the gun is in single-action or double action mode.
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Front Sight
The Rhino’s front sight is lowered contributing to its short, stout look.
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Rear Sight
The Rhino’s rear sight is part of the false hammer and its reduced profile helps prevent snagging when drawn.
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