Chiappa Unveils New Rhino 60DS L-Frame in .44 Magnum

Chiappa Firearms will open 2026 with the introduction of a new L-Frame Rhino chambered in .44 Remington Magnum. This platform expansion brings the Rhino’s well-known low-bore recoil characteristics into a larger, purpose-built magnum revolver.

The .44 Magnum Rhino 60DS lineup will be available in three finishes: Black, White Nickel and Gold PVD. This expansion of the Rhino line delivers the full mechanical advantages of the updated L-Frame architecture, while remaining accessible to a broad range of shooters and collectors.

Built around the Rhino’s trademark bottom-chamber firing geometry, the new .44 Magnum 60DS reduces muzzle rise and straightens recoil impulse. This is a decisive advantage when moving a high-pressure cartridge through a revolver platform. The enlarged L-Frame introduces updated ergonomics, including twin finger stops and a revised grip interface for improved leverage and repeatable hand placement. Despite the larger chambering, the frame maintains Chiappa’s characteristic balance between strength and weight using a 7075-T6 aluminum frame paired with a steel barrel and breech shield.

All three standard finishes share the same mechanical core and configuration. Each model uses a 6-inch barrel, fiber-optic sights (fixed front, fully adjustable rear), a double/single-action system and a six-round cylinder. A comprehensive safety suite, comprising a cylinder block, rotation lock and hammer block, is carried over from prior Rhino generations. Although each finish provides a distinct visual identity, the underlying platform remains a purpose-driven .44 Magnum revolver designed for stability, controllability, and repeatable performance.

The Rhino 60DS L-Frame weighs 2.92 pounds, measures 11 inches in overall length and ships with Hogue rubber grips for improved recoil management. Each revolver is packaged in Chiappa’s hard case and includes the standard owner’s kit and Rhino sticker.

Chiappa Rhino 60DS Features & Specs

• Caliber: .44 Remington Magnum
• Action: Double / Single
• Barrel: 6 in. (152 mm)
• Overall Length: 11 in. (279 mm)
• Weight: 2.92 lbs. (1.3 kg)
• Capacity: 6 rounds
• Frame: 7075-T6 Aluminum
• Barrel and Breech Shield: Steel
• Sights: Fixed Fiber-Optic Front / Fully Adjustable Fiber-Optic Rear
• Safety: Cylinder Block, Cylinder Rotation Lock, Hammer Block
• Grips: Hogue Rubber Grip
• Extraction: Manual
• Trigger System: Single (DS/SA)
• Trigger Weight: Single action: 2.65 lbs. (1,2Kg), Double action: 8.8 lbs. (4 Kg)
• Finishes: Black, White Nickel, and Gold PVD
• Included: Hard case, owner’s manual, Rhino sticker
• MSRP: $1,745