Taurus Defender 856 Ultra-Lite .38 Special Revolver

$369.39 Out of stock

Lightweight 6-round .38 Special revolver with 3" barrel, night sights, and Hogue grips. Weighs just 16-17.5 ounces for easy concealment and personal protection.

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The Taurus Defender 856: Compact Reliability for Personal Protection

The Taurus Defender 856 represents a thoughtful approach to personal defense—lightweight, easy to conceal, and exceptionally reliable. This small-frame revolver delivers the peace of mind you need for home and everyday carry situations.

Key Features

  • Caliber: .38 Special +P
  • Capacity: 6 rounds
  • Barrel Length: 3 inches
  • Overall Length: 7.5 inches
  • Weight: 16-17.5 ounces (Ultra-Lite aluminum frame)
  • Action: Double-action/Single-action
  • Sights: Night sights with orange outline for low-light situations
  • Grips: Black Hogue rubber for secure handling
  • Finish: Matte black stainless steel cylinder and barrel with anodized aluminum frame
  • Safety: Transfer bar mechanism

Why Choose the Defender 856?

The ultra-lightweight construction makes this revolver ideal for those seeking a reliable defensive tool without the burden of excessive weight. The night sights ensure you can engage targets in low-light conditions, while the Hogue rubber grips provide a secure, comfortable purchase during critical moments.

The .38 Special +P chambering offers proven stopping power with manageable recoil, making it suitable for both experienced shooters and those new to firearms. The simple double-action/single-action operation requires no external safeties to disengage—just draw and fire.

This is a revolver built for those who understand that simplicity and reliability matter when it counts.

Features

  • 3" barrel
  • da/sa action
  • hogue rubber grips
  • night sights included
  • transfer bar safety

Attributes

Action: Double Action/Single Action
Adjustable Objective: N/A
Barrel Finish: Matte Black
Barrel Length: 3"
Caliber: .38 Special
Caliber: .38 Special +P
Capacity: 6 Round
Color: Black
Cylinder Finish: Matte Black
Drilled & Tapped: No
Finish: Black
Finish: Matte
Frame Description: Aluminum Frame
Frame Size: Small
Grips: Black Rubber
Grips: Hogue Finger Groove Monogrip
Hammer Style: Exposed
Hand Orientation: Right Hand
Illuminated Reticle: No
Model: 856 Ultra-Lite
Model Series: 856
Overall Length: 7.5"
Safety: Transfer Bar
Scope Cover Included: Not Specified
Sights: Fixed Sights
Sights: Orange Outline Night Sight Front
Sights: Tritium Night Front/Fixed Rear
Silencer Disassembly: Not Specified
Weight: 24 oz