Taurus 856 Ultra-Lite 2-Inch .38 Special 6-Shot Alloy Snubnose Revolver
This Taurus 856 Ultra-Lite combines a 15-ounce 7075-T6 aluminum frame with a carbon-steel barrel and cylinder, giving you a compact, six-shot revolver that is easy to carry yet built for +P duty. The blue anodized frame paired with a matte black oxide barrel and cylinder offers a distinctive two-tone look introduced in 2019. A push-forward cylinder latch, smooth combat-width trigger, and soft rubber boot grip add practical handling advantages.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor superficial scratches and blemishes on the finish.
What’s Included
- Taurus 856 Ultra-Lite .38 Special revolver
Weighing just 15 ounces unloaded, the 856 Ultra-Lite delivers a full six-round capacity in a size normally limited to five. The aluminum frame keeps weight down while the carbon-steel barrel and cylinder handle the pressure of continuous +P ammunition use.
The exposed spurred hammer allows both double-action and single-action firing, giving shooters a light, crisp single-action option for precision work. The smooth, combat-width trigger promotes consistent pull in double-action mode.
A serrated-ramp front sight and square-notch rear sight provide a clear, snag-free sight picture. The soft rubber boot grip with finger grooves anchors the revolver firmly in the hand while remaining compact for concealed carry.
Taurus’ transfer-bar firing-pin block and keyed Taurus Security System add two layers of built-in safety. The frame shares the same grip dimensions as legacy Model 85 revolvers, opening access to a wide range of aftermarket grips and accessories.