I shot a Rhino

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I shot a Rhino

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It is the softest .357/38 I have ever shot and it is very accurate. I thought the barrel on the bottom was a gimmick but it did seem to help reduce muzzle flip quite a bit. The action is also pretty unique because you can cock the hammer but then it will reset while sending up a red flag to let you know it's in single action. The trigger was phenomenal even in double action. The only issue I noticed is that it spits out a lot more powder residue and gunk onto your hands, especially with reloads, than other revolvers. I suppose that might be due to the barrel and cone being on the bottom and closer to your hands as a result.

Definitely not something you'd want to pass up shooting if you have the opportunity.
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I was interested when I first heard about it but definitely would want to test drive before buying one.
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nightmare wrote:I was interested when I first heard about it but definitely would want to test drive before buying one.
I wasn't interested at all until I got to play with one :fire
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Interesting. Did the grip break in the back there?

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sookandy wrote:Interesting. Did the grip break in the back there?
It has a chip in the grip. Was bought at a gun show for a nice price thanks to that too!
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The looks have really grown on me and the shoot fantastically. The recoil feels very different than every other revolver I've shot. Given the bore axis, it has more of a push than the flip associated with other revolvers. I would love to own one someday.
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If they start making one in .45ACP I might consider it.
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Interesting. I agree about the ergonomics and the felt recoil. The one I borrowed had the most awful DA trigger I have ever felt. It was stiff and inconsistent throughout the trigger pull. On SA it wasn't bad. I wonder if I was shooting a "dud".
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Got a buddy who is a long-time revolver nut, with a safe full of S&W, Colt, Ruger, Taurus, Dan Wesson, Freedom Arms, etc., etc. Serious shooter, NRA Instructor, etc. Daily carries two wheel guns and speedloaders.

He is very much a big thumbs up on this Rhino. :iagree:
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I like the 6 inch model but it would probably be hard to conceal
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jimlongley wrote:If they start making one in .45ACP I might consider it.
I see they offer it in 9mm and .40 S&W with moonclips. Since they also sell a .357 Mag, I have to assume the cylinder length would accommodate a 10mm instead of .40 S&W. That could also be an interesting choice.
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Reds45ACP wrote:Interesting. I agree about the ergonomics and the felt recoil. The one I borrowed had the most awful DA trigger I have ever felt. It was stiff and inconsistent throughout the trigger pull. On SA it wasn't bad. I wonder if I was shooting a "dud".
Can't say for sure but this one had a stock trigger and it was incredibly smooth and light.
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Congrats! I have come so close to buying one of those many times over the years

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shipwreck wrote:Congrats! I have come so close to buying one of those many times over the years
If you don't mind me asking, what made you walk away from it?
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