Taurus 856 for sale
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Taurus 856 38 Spl + P 6 Round 2" Matte Black Aluminum, Black Rubber Grip
Brand:
Taurus
Action:
Double Action
Barrel Length:
2-inches
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special
Capacity:
6
Finish Per Color:
Matte Black
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Taurus 856 Defender .38 Special Revolver With Night Sights, Black - 2-85631NS
Brand:
Taurus
Action:
Double Action/Single Action
Barrel Length:
3 inches
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special
Capacity:
6
Finish Per Color:
Black
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Taurus 856 .38 Special +P 3in Stainless Steel 6rd
Brand:
Taurus
Action:
Revolver
Barrel Length:
3 inches
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special
Capacity:
6
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Taurus Model 856 2" 6rd .38 Special Revolver, Matte Stainless - 2-85629
Brand:
Taurus
Action:
Double Action
Barrel Length:
2 inches
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special
Capacity:
6
Finish Per Color:
Stainless
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Taurus 856 Ultra-Lite Small .38 Spl Revolver, Anodized Matte Black - 2-856021ULVZ13
Brand:
Taurus
Action:
Single Action
Barrel Length:
2-inches
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special
Capacity:
6
Finish Per Color:
Black
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Taurus 856 Ultra-Lite Small .38 Spl Revolver, Anodized Matte Natural - 2-856029ULVL
Brand:
Taurus
Action:
Single Action
Barrel Length:
2 inches
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special
Capacity:
6
Finish Per Color:
Stainless
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Taurus 856 Ultra-Lite Small .38 Spl Revolver, Anodized Matte Black - 2-856021ULVZ06
Brand:
Taurus
Action:
Single Action
Barrel Length:
2 inches
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special
Capacity:
6
Finish Per Color:
Stainless
(1)
Taurus 856 Ultra-Lite Small .38 Spl Revolver, Anodized Matte Black - 2-856021ULVL
Brand:
Taurus
Action:
Single Action
Barrel Length:
2 inches
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special
Capacity:
6
Finish Per Color:
Black
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Taurus 856 TORO, SA/DA, .38 Special, 3" Barrel, Optics Ready (Not Included), 6rd
Brand:
Taurus
Action:
Double Action/Single Action
Barrel Length:
3"
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special
Capacity:
6
Finish Per Color:
Stainless
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Taurus 856 Small .38 Spl Revolver, Matte Stainless - 2-856029VL
Brand:
Taurus
Action:
Single Action
Barrel Length:
2 inches
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special
Capacity:
6
Finish Per Color:
Stainless
(0)
Taurus 856 Tau 285629us1 38sp 2 6r Ss/wdflg
Brand:
Taurus
Action:
Double Action/Single Action
Barrel Length:
2"
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special +P
Capacity:
6
Finish Per Color:
Stainless / Walnut
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Taurus 856 Small .38 Spl Revolver, Matte Black Oxide - 2-856021MVZ16
Brand:
Taurus
Action:
Single Action
Barrel Length:
2-inches
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special
Capacity:
6
Finish Per Color:
Stainless
(1)
Taurus 856 Small .38 Spl +P Revolver, Matte Black Oxide - 2-856021VL
Brand:
Taurus
Action:
Double Action/Single Action
Barrel Length:
2 inches
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special
Capacity:
6
Finish Per Color:
Black
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Taurus 856 Executive Grade 3" 38 Special Revolver, Satin Stainless - 2-856EX39CH
Brand:
Taurus
Action:
Double Action
Barrel Length:
3 inches
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special
Capacity:
6
Finish Per Color:
Satin
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TAURUS 856 T.O.R.O.
Brand:
Taurus
Action:
Double Action/Single Action
Barrel Length:
3in
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special +P
Capacity:
6
Finish Per Color:
Black
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Taurus USA Model 856 Revolver 38 Special - 2" - Black - Steel Frame - Walnut Grips
Brand:
Taurus
Action:
Revolver
Barrel Length:
2 inches
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special
Capacity:
6
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Taurus 856, Revolver 38 Special, 2" Barrel, 6Rd, Steel Frame, SS, Rubber Grips,
Brand:
Taurus
Action:
Double Action/Single Action
Barrel Length:
2 inches
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special
Capacity:
6
Finish Per Color:
Stainless
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TAURUS 856 .38 SPECIAL 2" 6RD BLACK MA LEGAL
Brand:
Taurus
Action:
Double Action/Single Action
Barrel Length:
2 inches
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special
Capacity:
6
Finish Per Color:
Black
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TAURUS 856
Brand:
Taurus
Action:
Double Action/Single Action
Barrel Length:
2 inches
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special +P
Capacity:
6
Finish Per Color:
Stainless
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Taurus 856 Ultra Lite .38spl 6 Shot Revolver with 2" Barrel, Black - 2-856021
Brand:
Taurus
Action:
Double Action/Single Action
Barrel Length:
2 inches
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special
Capacity:
6
Finish Per Color:
Black
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TAURUS 856
Brand:
Taurus
Action:
Double Action/Single Action
Barrel Length:
3 inches
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special
Capacity:
6
Finish Per Color:
Black
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Taurus 856 Ultra Lite .38 Special Bk 2
Brand:
Taurus
Action:
Single Action
Barrel Length:
2 inches
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special
Capacity:
6
Finish Per Color:
Black
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Taurus 856 2" .38 Special Revolver, Matte Stainless - 2-85629UL
Brand:
Taurus
Action:
Double Action/Single Action
Barrel Length:
2 inches
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special
Capacity:
6
Finish Per Color:
Stainless Steel
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Taurus 856 .38 Special, 2" Barrel, Matte Black Carbon, Brown VZ Cyclone Grip, 6rd
Brand:
Taurus
Action:
Double Action/Single Action
Barrel Length:
2
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special
Capacity:
6
Finish Per Color:
Black
Marketplace Insights
★ 4.7/5
based on 316 customer reviews across 88 variants from 42 retailers
The Taurus 856 is a highly-rated budget-friendly revolver praised for reliability, accuracy, and concealability, though some users report heavy triggers and excessive recoil for lightweight models.
What customers like
Reliable Performance42%
I took it out and ran some PD rounds and FMJ and it ran flawlessly
Great Value for Price38%
Really good gun for the money. I have arthritis, and had to go to revolvers
Accurate Shooting28%
Straight out of the box it was ready to go. I put 50 rounds through it and the sights were dead on
Lightweight & Concealable25%
Nice little revolver it's light very easy to conceal
Six Round Capacity12%
Love that its a 6 shooter and not a 5
Common concerns
Heavy Trigger Pull14%
Trigger pull is a little difficult to control for me
Excessive Recoil9%
It's an ultra lightweight revolver so tons of recoil
Quality Control Issues6%
my 856 had a defective trigger spring pin. it snapped in half like a match stick
Missing/Defective Parts4%
THERE WAS NO SIGHT ON IT AS ADVERTISED
Frequently Asked Questions
Taurus 856 for sale
Is the Taurus 856 any good?
The 856 is generally well-regarded as a budget-friendly .38 Special revolver. Users praise its reliability, comfortable grip, and smooth trigger. It retails for $290–$465. It's a solid choice for concealed carry if you prefer revolvers, though quality control can vary between individual units.
What are Taurus 856 common issues?
Cylinder binding and sticking cylinder latches are the most commonly reported issues. The cylinder release can bind during operation, and the latch sometimes fails to lock the cylinder securely. Trigger reset problems and occasional timing issues have also been reported by owners.
What is the Taurus 856 defender Ultra Lite?
Compact .38 Special revolver designed for concealed carry and self-defense. Six-shot cylinder, lightweight aluminum frame weighing 16–17.5 ounces depending on barrel length. Currently in production with 88 variants available. Typically priced around $360, ranging $290–$465 across retailers.
Can you pocket carry a Taurus 856?
Yes. The 856 is a natural pocket gun. Its cylinder is barely larger than a standard J-Frame, making it quite pocket-friendly. With a quality holster like the DeSantis Nemesis, most users successfully pocket carry it in front pants pockets. We carry several holsters suited for it on our marketplace.
Is the Taurus 856 Ultra Lite +P rated?
Yes. Taurus rates the 856 Ultra Lite for +P ammunition. The standard steel-frame 856 models are all +P rated per Taurus specifications. The only exception was a discontinued magnesium-frame variant, which could not handle +P pressures.
Can a Taurus 856 shoot 357?
No. The standard 856 is chambered in .38 Special only and cannot safely fire .357 Magnum rounds due to pressure limitations. Taurus offers the 605 as their small-frame .357 option, or the larger 692 for six-shot .357 capability.
What is the most reliable Taurus revolver?
Several Taurus revolvers earn strong reliability marks, including the 856 in .38 Special, the 66B6 in .357 Magnum, and the Model 627 Tracker. No single model holds a clear consensus as the most reliable. The 605 in .357 Magnum also draws praise, all at budget-friendly prices.