Scared of the Rhino

lcpiper · March 8, 2013, 02:23 PM

Anyone who has been looking at the Rhino has probably heard about the trigger issues and failures with the DS (Double/Single Action) version of the gun. The DAO version is the D model and only available in the 2" snub nosed model.

I have been waiting to see if this issue get's ironed out but I haven't heard much lately.

I am almost ready to just get the 2" DAO model and have done with it.

Has anyone heard something more recently as to whether they have fixed this problem with the DS models?

Microgunner · March 8, 2013, 02:37 PM

I own the 2" DAO version and it functions perfectly.
Personally, I can't see any reason for a thumb cocker on a snub nosed revolver.

g.willikers · March 8, 2013, 06:17 PM

How do they shoot, and is the recoil as low as advertised?

Microgunner · March 8, 2013, 06:38 PM

It's amazing. Recoil impulse feels less than that of a .38Spl, but the muzzle blast and flash is all .357 mag. Fierce.

Motownstan · March 8, 2013, 10:00 PM

I have a 5" Black and a 2" Nickle and haven't had any problems with either one. I have seen a lot of positive feedback from people that OWN one.

The newer ones come with Moon Clips, you don't have to use them.

My 2" has the hammer (cocking lever), it's so small it really doesn't get in the way.

BoomieMCT · March 11, 2013, 11:22 AM

I have one and have been shooting it for a while. What are these trigger issues you speak of?

h518may · March 12, 2013, 06:43 AM

i have the 4" version and would buy another rhino if ever given the chance. i absolutely LOVE mine the stiffness of the cocking lever is the ONLY issue i have w mine. i love the trigger, it feels good in my hand, it conceals well due to the flat sided hexagonal cylinder, and the design DEFINITELY lessens felt/perceived recoil.

hppd648 · March 13, 2013, 01:33 AM

I've wanted one of these for a while but can't seem to find one for sale. What does one of these fetch these days.

March 8, 2013, 02:23 PM	#1
lcpiper Senior Member Join Date: May 15, 2011 Posts: 1,405	Scared of the Rhino Anyone who has been looking at the Rhino has probably heard about the trigger issues and failures with the DS (Double/Single Action) version of the gun. The DAO version is the D model and only available in the 2" snub nosed model. I have been waiting to see if this issue get's ironed out but I haven't heard much lately. I am almost ready to just get the 2" DAO model and have done with it. Has anyone heard something more recently as to whether they have fixed this problem with the DS models? __________________ Colt M1911, AR-15 \| S&W Model 19, Model 27\| SIG P238 \| Berreta 85B Cheetah \| Ruger Blackhawk .357MAG, Bearcat "Shopkeeper" .22LR\| Remington Marine Magnum SP 12GA., Model 700 SPS .223

March 8, 2013, 02:37 PM	#2
Microgunner Senior Member Join Date: March 6, 2006 Location: Central Florida Posts: 3,324	I own the 2" DAO version and it functions perfectly. Personally, I can't see any reason for a thumb cocker on a snub nosed revolver. __________________ *Proud NRA Benefactor Member*

March 8, 2013, 06:17 PM	#3
g.willikers Senior Member Join Date: September 28, 2008 Posts: 10,442	How do they shoot, and is the recoil as low as advertised? __________________ Walt Kelly, alias Pogo, sez: “Don't take life so serious, son, it ain't nohow permanent.”

March 8, 2013, 06:38 PM	#4
Microgunner Senior Member Join Date: March 6, 2006 Location: Central Florida Posts: 3,324	It's amazing. Recoil impulse feels less than that of a .38Spl, but the muzzle blast and flash is all .357 mag. Fierce. __________________ *Proud NRA Benefactor Member*

March 8, 2013, 10:00 PM	#5
Motownstan Senior Member Join Date: October 20, 2008 Location: Michigan Posts: 226	I have a 5" Black and a 2" Nickle and haven't had any problems with either one. I have seen a lot of positive feedback from people that OWN one. The newer ones come with Moon Clips, you don't have to use them. My 2" has the hammer (cocking lever), it's so small it really doesn't get in the way. __________________ Religion is what keeps the poor from murdering the rich. - Napoleon

March 11, 2013, 11:22 AM	#6
BoomieMCT Senior Member Join Date: August 5, 2010 Posts: 212	I have one and have been shooting it for a while. What are these trigger issues you speak of?

March 12, 2013, 06:43 AM	#7
h518may Senior Member Join Date: May 3, 2007 Location: louisville, ky Posts: 188	scared of the rhino? i have the 4" version and would buy another rhino if ever given the chance. i absolutely LOVE mine the stiffness of the cocking lever is the ONLY issue i have w mine. i love the trigger, it feels good in my hand, it conceals well due to the flat sided hexagonal cylinder, and the design DEFINITELY lessens felt/perceived recoil.

March 13, 2013, 01:33 AM	#8
hppd648 Member Join Date: August 12, 2002 Location: North Carolina Posts: 15	I've wanted one of these for a while but can't seem to find one for sale. What does one of these fetch these days.