Can't speak for 180gr loads but factory 158gr JHP, yes. I had the 3" model Chiappa.
Possibly looking into a Chiappa Rhino 357....
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I really like mine. 4”, 357, older model before moon clips. I’m not recoil sensitive but I can certainly re-acquire the front sight quicker.
Initial gripes were that the action was too complicated/fragile but I’ve never heard of an issue with the innards.
It is too expensive for what it is and I wouldn’t have one if it weren’t a gift. I’m too cheap. But I’m really happy with mine. It is my big game hunting sidearm.
As I recall it is striker fired and doesn’t have an internal hammer. My small hands find it difficult, relatively speaking, to cock into single action. But that has never been a problem for me. That and it really is designed for optimum double action shooting with its odd grip angle. I really like the double action trigger and the single action pull is quite good.
Initial gripes were that the action was too complicated/fragile but I’ve never heard of an issue with the innards.
It is too expensive for what it is and I wouldn’t have one if it weren’t a gift. I’m too cheap. But I’m really happy with mine. It is my big game hunting sidearm.
As I recall it is striker fired and doesn’t have an internal hammer. My small hands find it difficult, relatively speaking, to cock into single action. But that has never been a problem for me. That and it really is designed for optimum double action shooting with its odd grip angle. I really like the double action trigger and the single action pull is quite good.
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So a couple of y'all said to pick up a used revolver? I have seen used revolvers at gunshows for the past three years be seemingly stupid priced compared to a new one at wholesale price... Like I get it, you want to maximize your ROI but geeze... I'm trying to sell some stuff I have and I even come wayyyyyyyy down on price if necessary to move product that I don't have a use for... (not business stuff, my personal stuff).
I should check out local shop in Mustang as they always have odd stuff but their pricing varies depending on what it is. I'll have to probably just save up first then go from there.
I should check out local shop in Mustang as they always have odd stuff but their pricing varies depending on what it is. I'll have to probably just save up first then go from there.
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People always think their Guns are retail -2%! lol
I have a buddy who “Don’t sell guns or ammo” thinks his old beat up revolvers are worth $1,000 plus and his 9mm aluminum case ammo is $40 a box of 50!
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Tain't striker fired, it has a concealed hammer.
You are right.
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With a revolver, there are probably few alternatives to lower the bore axis. Anyway, if you're going to market a really different looking handgun, and charge a stiff amount for it, it's only smart marketing to advertise its main benefit.
Frankly, if I hadn't stumbled into the first one at dealer cost, and the second used, might not have gone down that road.
But they are interesting, and fun to shoot.
BTW, had they made a .44 Mag version, the recoil/muzzle flip thing would have been more important.
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BTW, all this talk of 'bore axis' sent me off to the safe, to lay a SAA over a Schofield; the thrust forward cylinder allows a lower bore axis, compared to the Colt replica.
Not sure if that was Horace & Daniel's intent when they designed the gun, but it did come out that way.
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Not sure if that was Horace & Daniel's intent when they designed the gun, but it did come out that way.
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If pain, and an attitude adjustment, are the goals, they can be achieved more cheaply with a 340SC, or 340PD, as they are now called.
Had mine at the range, handed a beefy cop mine, with a cylinder of magnums. After two shots, he handed it back...all the fun he cared to have.
I'm past the age of enjoying things that kick too much. The 340 remains a great hiking gun, to be carried much and shot little.
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I heard about the 340PD!!! I heard it just plain out HURTS! Those little guys are not cheap either.
These days…. GP100 with .38 Wadcutter, 3.1g of HP38! probably doing 600fps!
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This thread is troublesome…
To my bank account.
I was casually looking at Chiappa Rhinos online and thinking that I really like the nickel plated models when I discovered a 30DS in olive green.
Now, I really can’t afford a new gun right now..,well, I could afford it but I really don’t need the hassle from my wife.
Anyway, I was looking at the Rhinos debating on which one would be a good choice when I found one of these on Gun Broker:
I had decided my next gun was going to be a Henry X model in .45 Colt. I may be reevaluating my next gun purchase desires.
To my bank account.
I was casually looking at Chiappa Rhinos online and thinking that I really like the nickel plated models when I discovered a 30DS in olive green.
Now, I really can’t afford a new gun right now..,well, I could afford it but I really don’t need the hassle from my wife.
Anyway, I was looking at the Rhinos debating on which one would be a good choice when I found one of these on Gun Broker:
I had decided my next gun was going to be a Henry X model in .45 Colt. I may be reevaluating my next gun purchase desires.
When I was shopping for my 638 Airweight Snub I rented an Airlight version, I guess they are now called the PD model, at a local range. The Airlight is only 2 oz lighter than the Airweight. After 5 rounds of +P my hand shook for several minutes. Must have pounded a nerve in the palm of my hand. I’ll stick with the 638. I can’t imagine shooting 357 Mag through one.
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Actually, the Airlight is a relative porker, compared to the (formerly SC) PD models, which have titanium cylinders, and Scandium frames. (Scandium is an ancient Latin word for "mean kicking little slut") My 340SC does make a great hiking gun, with the first 3 as snakeshot, and the last two 140 FMJ Fiocchi magnums.
Back to the bore axis business; Centennials sit a little lower in the hand, with their humpback and concealed hammer. Their recoil isn't quite as severe as their exposed hammer cousins.
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Damn, that is sharp. That is the same as my nickel gun, but that is better looking.This thread is troublesome…
To my bank account.
I was casually looking at Chiappa Rhinos online and thinking that I really like the nickel plated models when I discovered a 30DS in olive green.
Now, I really can’t afford a new gun right now..,well, I could afford it but I really don’t need the hassle from my wife.
Anyway, I was looking at the Rhinos debating on which one would be a good choice when I found one of these on Gun Broker:
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I had decided my next gun was going to be a Henry X model in .45 Colt. I may be reevaluating my next gun purchase desires.
Not that we are enablers here....that is a .357?
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John, it can be done, but it is no fun. A bike glove is some help. And never plan on more than a cylinder or two....
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Yes.
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I can’t remember if we can post links to auction sites here. Chiappa lists them as unavailable, but there are several on Gun Broker for $1100-$1200.
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I can’t remember if we can post links to auction sites here. Chiappa lists them as unavailable, but there are several on Gun Broker for $1100-$1200.
Ouch. I'm embarrassed by what I paid for mine; it had showed up at my local dealer, unbidden. The owner figured it wouldn't sell, and rather than send it back, he cut me a great deal.
OTOH, $1k guns aren't as uncommon as they once were. Think about a 9mm?
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Ouch. I'm embarrassed by what I paid for mine; it had showed up at my local dealer, unbidden. The owner figured it wouldn't sell, and rather than send it back, he cut me a great deal.
OTOH, $1k guns aren't as uncommon as they once were. Think about a 9mm?
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Okay, you got my curiosity up. What did you pay…you can tell us. We won’t blab or anything.
Actually, the 9mm Rhinos at my LGS go for around $900. They had a gray one called a Charging Rhino, I believe, that was a 5 or 6 inch barreled model. I think a 3” 9mm would be a good one.
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Without digging through my records, I'm recalling $700. The dealer knew about my weakness for pistol caliber revolvers.Okay, you got my curiosity up. What did you pay…you can tell us. We won’t blab or anything.
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Thank you. Yeah, I think I would be mighty tempted at that price.
To each their own. Using a pistol grasp, support thumb forward on frame, is ill-advised on magnum revolvers for obvious reason, escaping hot, high pressure gas from between the cylinder and barrel can and has, caused the thumb tip to be cut off, this is with a top barrel.
One will need to learn using a magnum hand grip/grasp, I've been using thumb over thumb facing forward for decades, this and a modified Weaver stance soaks up a lot of recoil for this senior citizen.
How well does the Chiappa DA trigger reset compare to Smiths? This Performance Center Pro Series 686P/5", slab side barrel, can be bought new for about $1,000, give or take.
One will need to learn using a magnum hand grip/grasp, I've been using thumb over thumb facing forward for decades, this and a modified Weaver stance soaks up a lot of recoil for this senior citizen.
How well does the Chiappa DA trigger reset compare to Smiths? This Performance Center Pro Series 686P/5", slab side barrel, can be bought new for about $1,000, give or take.
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I think most people that are attracted to buying a Chiappa Rhino are more interested in something that’s interesting and different. I have 8 S&W revolvers. I also have some Rugers and a Colt. It’s not so much about Cost vs Performance, at least not for me.
Besides, if I were interested in a performance revolver in .357 Magnum I would probably buy a Ruger Match Champion anyway.
I have had a Chiappa Rhino 60DS (much like the one in the OP's picture) for many years and have posted often about it here. It's a wonderful gun and easily one of my favorites. It's unique, easy to shoot and you can put an optic on it.
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I keep telling myself that too, but then I come across a good looking Taurus for half the price lol.
