Taurus International Inc.
Taurus 856 Ultra Lite Handgun 38 Spl+P 6rd Capacity 2" Barrel Matte Natural Anodized
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Product Details
The Taurus 856 is a reliable 6-shot 38 Special revolver that features soft rubber grips-making it comfortable to shoot at the range while the double/single action increases speed and accuracy for follow-up shots. The 856 is offered in either a Matte Black or Matte Stainless finish. Known for its easily managed recoil impulse the .38 Special round of the 856 can accommodate ammunition ranging from light target loads to self-defense rounds. The 2-inch barrel on the 856 now comes with a removable serrated front sight optimizing on-body or off-body carry and home defense usage.
Specifications:
- Item Number: 2-85629UL
- UPC: 7-25327-62086-0
- Capacity: 6 Rounds
- Action Type: Double Action / Single Action
- Firing System: Hammer
- Front Sight: Removable Serrated Blade
- Rear Sight: Fixed
- Grip: Soft Rubber
- Cylinders included: 1
- Frame Size: Small
- Barrel Length: 2.00 in.
- Overall Length: 6.55 in.
- Overall Height: 4.80 in.
- Overall Width: 1.41 in.
- Weight: 16.00 oz
- Frame Material: Aluminum
- Barrel Material: Stainless Steel
- Cylinder Material: Stainless Steel
- Frame Finish: Matte Natural Anodized
- Barrel Finish: Matte Stainless
- Cylinder Finish: Matte Stainless
- Caliber: 38 Spl +P
Specifications
| Brand | Taurus International Inc. |
|---|---|
| UPC | 725327620860 |
| Caliber | .38 Special |
| Action | Revolver |
| Color / Finish | Stainless / Silver |
| Finish Type | Anodized |
| Barrel Length | 2" |
| Capacity | 6 rounds |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Weight | 1.55 lb |
| Condition | New |
Buying this item
- Can I buy the Taurus 856 Ultra Lite Handgun 38 Spl+P 6rd Capacity 2" Barrel Matte Natural Anodized online and have it shipped to me?
- Firearms cannot ship to your home. Buy it here and pick it up at Iron Valor Armory in Rocky Mount, NC after a NICS background check, or have it shipped to a licensed FFL dealer near you for their transfer fee.
- How old do I have to be to buy the Taurus 856 Ultra Lite Handgun 38 Spl+P 6rd Capacity 2" Barrel Matte Natural Anodized?
- You must be 21 or older with valid government ID for handguns and stripped receivers.
- Is the Taurus 856 Ultra Lite Handgun 38 Spl+P 6rd Capacity 2" Barrel Matte Natural Anodized in stock?
- Yes — live distributor inventory shows it in stock and it ships or is ready for pickup within 1–3 business days.
- What is the return policy?
- Non-firearm items may be returned within 30 days (a restocking fee of up to 15% applies if the packaging was opened). Firearms and ammunition are final sale once transferred, per federal law.
All firearm sales require background checks and compliance with federal, state, and local laws. You must be 21+ for handguns/stripped receivers and 18+ for long guns.
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