Taurus Defender 856 .38 Special Revolver 3" Matte Stainless
Compact 6-round .38 Special revolver with 3" barrel, night sights, and Hogue grips. Matte stainless finish, 35 oz., ideal for personal protection and concealed carry.
The Taurus Defender 856: Compact Reliability for Personal Protection
The Taurus Defender 856 represents a straightforward approach to personal defense—a small-frame revolver engineered for those who value simplicity, reliability, and ease of concealment.
Design and Handling
This is a purpose-built defensive revolver. The compact 3-inch barrel and small frame keep overall length to 7.5 inches, making it suitable for concealed carry without excessive bulk. At 35 ounces, it carries naturally without printing through clothing. The exposed hammer allows for both single-action and double-action firing, giving you flexibility in how you deploy the weapon.
Sights and Controls
Night sights with orange outline front sight come standard—a practical choice for low-light defensive situations. The fixed rear sight is robust and requires no adjustment. Transfer bar safety prevents accidental discharge if the revolver is dropped. The Hogue rubber grips provide positive control and absorb recoil effectively.
Specifications
- Caliber: .38 Special +P
- Capacity: 6 rounds
- Barrel Length: 3 inches
- Overall Length: 7.5 inches
- Weight: 35 ounces
- Action: Double-action/single-action
- Finish: Matte stainless steel
- Grips: Black Hogue rubber
Why Choose the Defender 856
This revolver offers what revolvers do best: absolute reliability without complexity. No magazines to lose, no slide to rack under stress. Six rounds of .38 Special +P ammunition provide adequate defensive capability in a package that's easy to learn and master.
Features
- 3" barrel
- da/sa action
- hogue rubber grips
- night sights included
- transfer bar safety
