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Category - Taurus Revolvers - .38 Special Revolvers

Category
Taurus Revolvers
.38 Special Revolvers

TAURUS 856 .38 SPL

Description:
Guns Listing ID: 600599



The Taurus 856 is a compact, small-frame, 6-shot revolver chambered in .38 Special, designed primarily for concealed carry and personal defense. A key feature is its 6-round capacity, offering one more round than many competing 5-shot small-frame revolvers.

Key Specifications (Standard 2-inch Model)

Feature Specification Value
Caliber .38 Special +P rated
Capacity 6 rounds
Action Double-Action/Single-Action (DA/SA)
Overall Length 6.55 inches
Barrel Length 2 inches
Overall Height 4.8 inches
Width 1.41 inches
Weight (unloaded) Approximately 22 ounces (steel frame) or less for Ultra-Lite models
Frame Material Steel or Aluminum alloy (depending on model)
Grips Soft rubber (standard models)
Sights Fixed rear, serrated ramp front
Safety Transfer bar system

Variants:

The Taurus 856 is available in several variants, each with slightly different features:
Standard 856: Features a 2-inch barrel and is available in various finishes like matte black or matte stainless steel with rubber grips.
Ultra-Lite (UL) Models: Utilize an aluminum alloy frame to reduce weight significantly (down to around 15.7 ounces for a 2-inch model), making it even easier for all-day concealed carry, though with slightly sharper felt recoil.
Defender 856: Features a 3-inch barrel, which provides a longer sight radius for improved accuracy and better velocity for defensive ammunition. It often includes upgraded sights like tritium night sights.
Executive Grade: A premium, hand-built version with a polished satin finish, a 3-inch barrel, and Altamont walnut grips. Some Executive Grade models feature a double-action-only (DAO) trigger and a snag-free, concealed hammer design for seamless draws.
T.O.R.O. (Taurus Optics Ready Option): Some Defender models are available as the first-ever factory optics-ready small-frame revolvers, allowing for the mounting of micro red dot sights.
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Manufacturer: TAURUS
Model: 856
Caliber Info: .38 SPL
Condition: Used - Non-Certified
Barrels: 2" BARREL
Action: REVOLVER
Finish: black

Price: $274.99