Chiappa Firearms Unveils the RHINO ELITE 60DS L-Frame: A 44-Piece Limited Masterwork Merging Mechanical Precision and Modern Art

Dayton, Ohio (Jan. 20, 2026) — Chiappa Firearms proudly announces the release of the RHINO ELITE 60DS – L FRAME, an exclusive artistic evolution of the legendary Rhino platform. Limited to just 44 individually numbered pieces, each Elite model represents a singular fusion of firearms engineering, Italian industrial design, and contemporary graphic artistry. This limited-edition revolver elevates the Rhino platform from a high-performance firearm into a collectible work of art, combining both functionality and visual sophistication in a way that will appeal to serious shooters and discerning collectors alike.

The RHINO 44 Elite project enhances the revolver’s mechanical architecture through an integrated visual design inspired by the low-poly aesthetic. The hand-applied graphics reinterpret the rhino’s textured skin and iconic Rhino symbol using polygonal shapes, softened to echo the patterning of the revolver’s distinctive barrel windows. The effect is a modern, sculptural take on a classic revolver platform that emphasizes both strength and elegance. Each Elite model features a one-of-a-kind color combination, making every revolver a truly unique collectible, impossible to replicate, and a testament to Chiappa’s dedication to craftsmanship.

The Elite series also represents a new benchmark in presentation. Each RHINO ELITE 60DS is housed in a bespoke display case meticulously machined from a solid block of aluminum, custom-painted to match the revolver’s color theme, and lined with premium Italian leather. The case provides not only secure storage but a striking display option suitable for galleries, collectors’ rooms, or premium gun collections. Accompanying each model is a hand-signed certificate of authenticity, a custom display base, and a Rhino 44 patch, ensuring that every Elite revolver arrives as both a fully realized art piece and a high-performance firearm.

From a technical standpoint, the RHINO ELITE 60DS retains all the performance features for which the Rhino platform is known. Chambered in .44 Remington Magnum, it features a 6-inch barrel, bottom-chamber firing geometry for reduced muzzle rise, a double/single-action trigger system, Hogue rubber-style Cerakoted aluminum grips, and fiber-optic front and rear sights.  The cylinder block, cylinder rotation lock, and hammer block ensure secure and reliable operation.

A California-legal single-action variant, the RHINO Elite 60 SAR–L Frame, is also available under SKU CF340.348, expanding the Elite line for collectors in restricted states.

The RHINO ELITE 60DS – L FRAME is made in Italy and represents the peak of Chiappa’s dedication to craftsmanship, performance, and design innovation. With only 44 units produced worldwide, it is a rare opportunity to own a revolver that combines functional excellence with striking, modern artistry, making it ideal for collectors seeking a firearm that stands out as both a mechanical marvel and a work of art.



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Key Features & Specifications

• Sku: 340.348
• UPC / EAN: 8053800948920
• Caliber: .44 Rem. Mag.
• Action: Double / Single
• Trigger Weight: single action: 2.65 lbs (1,2Kg), Double action: 8.8 lbs (4 Kg)
• Barrel: 6 in. (152 mm)
• Extraction: Manual
• Capacity / Feed: 6 Rounds / Manual
• Trigger System: Single
• Grips / Stock: Cerakoted aluminum grip
• Sights: Front: Fixed Fiber Optic / Rear: Adjustable Fiber Optic
• Safety: Cylinder Block, Cylinder Rotation Lock, Hammer Block
• Weight: 2.92 lbs
• Length: 11 in.
• Material: Aluminum 7075-T6 frame, Steel barrel, and breech shield
• Finish: Custom design, hand-painted, unique color combination
• Ship Loose: Hand-signed Certificate of Authenticity, Special display base, Rhino 44 Patch
• Packaging: Aluminum machined, custom-painted case, Italian leather lining
• MSRP: $5,775
• Notes: Made in Italy, only 44 pieces produced, also available: Rhino Elite 60 SAR – L Frame (Single Action, California legal)

About Chiappa Firearms

Established in 1958, Chiappa Firearms SRL is a fully family-owned Italian firearms manufacturer with a legacy of precision, tradition, and innovation. The company produces an extensive range of firearms, including faithful replicas of historic American weapons, muzzleloaders, classic lever-action rifles, and shotguns, .22LR pistols and rifles, alarm and air guns, and its flagship model—the revolutionary Rhino Revolver. As a fast-growing and forward-thinking company, Chiappa Firearms SRL has expanded its reach to 62 countries, competing on the global stage with some of the most recognized names in the firearms industry.

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