Taurus 856 Ultra-Lite .38 Special +P Revolver, Bronze Anodized, 2-Inch, 6-Shot
This Taurus 856 Ultra-Lite stands out with its compact 6-shot cylinder, lightweight aluminum-alloy frame, and eye-catching bronze anodized finish released in the 2019 custom-color series. Chambered for .38 Special and rated for +P, it delivers one extra round over most small-frame revolvers while staying easy to carry at roughly 15 ounces unloaded.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling – Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The bronze anodized frame has a few small scratches and minor areas of finish loss that are consistent with careful carry and storage.
What’s Included
- Taurus factory cardboard box (white/orange)
- Taurus cable gun lock with keys (sealed)
- Taurus 856/856UL owner’s manual
The 856 platform adds capacity without increasing bulk. Its six-shot, small-diameter cylinder keeps the overall width close to five-shot designs, giving concealed carriers an extra round with no penalty in comfort.
Taurus pairs a carbon-steel barrel and matte black oxide cylinder with an aluminum alloy frame, striking a balance between durability and weight. At roughly one pound, the revolver carries easily yet resists muzzle flip thanks to the steel components up front.
The bronze anodized finish is part of Taurus’s limited custom-color run, offering a distinctive look that sets this revolver apart from standard matte black or stainless models. Proof marks include the Bainbridge, Georgia, import stamp and “Taurus Armas Made in Brazil.”
Rated for .38 Special +P, the gun handles modern defensive loads. The exposed hammer allows both double-action and single-action operation, while the transfer-bar safety and integral key-lock system provide modern security features.
Finger-grooved rubber grips give a solid purchase, and fixed sights with a serrated ramp front and square-notch rear keep the profile snag-free for draw from concealment.