Taurus 856 .38 Special Revolver 2" Barrel

The Taurus 856: Proven Revolver Reliability

The Taurus 856 represents a straightforward approach to personal defense and range shooting. This 6-shot revolver chambered in .38 Special delivers the dependability that has made revolvers the choice of armed professionals for generations.

Key Features

• Caliber & Capacity: .38 Special, 6-round cylinder
• Barrel: 2-inch stainless steel with removable serrated front sight
• Action: Double/single action for speed and accuracy on follow-up shots
• Grips: Soft rubber construction for comfortable shooting sessions
• Finish: Stainless steel frame and cylinder with exposed hammer
• Sights: Removable serrated front sight for customization

Performance & Versatility

The .38 Special chambering offers genuine flexibility. You can load light target rounds for practice without punishing recoil, then transition to modern self-defense ammunition when duty calls. The manageable recoil impulse makes the 856 suitable for shooters of varying experience levels.

The 2-inch barrel strikes a practical balance between shootability and concealability, making the 856 equally at home for on-body carry, off-body carry, or bedside home defense. The removable serrated front sight allows you to tailor the revolver to your specific needs.

Built for Duty

Double/single action operation gives you the safety of a long trigger press in double action, with the speed of single action once the hammer is cocked. This proven design has served armed professionals worldwide for over a century.