Taurus Model 85 .38 Special +P 2" Snub-Nose Revolver, Matte Blued, 5-Shot
This Taurus Model 85 is a compact, steel-framed snub-nose revolver chambered for .38 Special and factory-rated for +P ammunition. Its 2-inch barrel, matte blued finish, and five-shot cylinder make it a practical choice for discreet carry while still offering the durability of carbon-steel construction. Added safety features—including a transfer-bar system and the keyed Taurus Security System—provide extra peace of mind for owners.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good – shows some signs of prior use and handling. Mild pitting and finish wear are present but do not affect function.
Bore Condition: Good – clean, well-maintained, with minor wear marks.
Rifling Condition: Good – lands and grooves remain well defined.
What’s Included
- Taurus Model 85 revolver
Built on Taurus’s micro steel frame, this Model 85 combines solid carbon-steel strength with a manageable weight for daily carry. The matte blued finish reduces glare and resists corrosion, while the shrouded ejector rod protects critical parts from damage.
The revolver’s double-action/single-action trigger provides flexibility: a smoother DA pull for defensive work or a lighter SA break for precise shots. An external spurred hammer allows for easy cocking in single-action mode.
Factory rating for .38 Special +P adds performance headroom without moving to a larger frame. Fixed iron sights—a ramped front and a rear notch milled into the topstrap—offer a snag-free profile and are paired with an anti-glare serrated topstrap to aid sight acquisition.
The one-piece black rubber grip with finger grooves helps control recoil from +P loads and fills the hand despite the revolver’s small size. Taurus’s transfer-bar safety and keyed Security System add mechanical and owner-controlled layers of security.