Taurus Model 850 CIA Ultra-Lite Titanium .38 Spl. DAO Revolver, 2-inch, Ported, 5-Shot
This Taurus Model 850 "CIA" Ultra-Lite Titanium is a lightweight, double-action-only snub-nose revolver chambered in .38 Spl. It features a titanium fluted cylinder, a steel-lined barrel with a titanium shroud, and factory muzzle porting with eight round ports. The enclosed hammer, fixed sights, and two-tone matte finish round out a compact, purpose-built design.
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: The revolver presents in great shape overall. Minor, superficial scratches and blemishes are visible on exterior surfaces.
What's Included
- Taurus Model 850 'CIA' Ultra-Lite Titanium .38 Spl. revolver
The Model 850 "CIA" is the DAO variant of the Model 85 series, configured with an enclosed (hammerless) design and a transfer bar safety. It holds five rounds of .38 Spl. and uses a 2-inch barrel for a compact profile.
Lightweight construction is a defining trait: the revolver pairs an aluminum-alloy frame with a titanium fluted cylinder. The barrel uses a steel liner covered by a titanium shroud with an integral underlug and top rib, providing durability with minimal weight.
The factory-ported barrel incorporates a total of eight round ports at the muzzle. This feature is an original configuration on this Ultra-Lite Titanium series example.
Sighting is straightforward and robust, with a fixed serrated ramp front blade and a fixed rear gutter along the top strap. The black rubber grips with Taurus medallions offer a secure, hand-filling hold.
It wears a two-tone matte finish, with a matte light-colored frame and a darker gray matte cylinder. Rollmarks include "TAURUS INT. MFG. MIAMI, FL - USA" and "MADE IN BRAZIL."