Taurus 856 CH .38 Special DAO Revolver, 2 in, Matte Black, 6-Shot Steel Frame
This Taurus 856 Concealed Hammer (CH) is a six-shot .38 Special small-frame snub with a double-action-only system and a snag-free concealed hammer. It features an all-steel build with a matte black finish, a 2-inch carbon steel barrel with a partial underlug, and fixed sights with a serrated ramp front. The revolver includes its original Taurus factory box with matching end label, and the frame and barrel share matching serial numbers. Import and inspection markings are present and clearly defined.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are significant markings from previous handling and use. Please refer to the photos for close-up views of the exterior.
What's Included
- Taurus owner's manual
- Original Taurus factory box with matching end label (SKU 2-856021CH)
The 856 CH configuration delivers a DAO concealed-hammer layout for streamlined operation. The steel frame, cylinder, and receiver wear a matte black finish, complemented by a carbon steel barrel with a partial underlug and a knurled ejector-rod tip.
Sighting is straightforward with a fixed rear channel and a serrated ramp front sight. The factory rubber grip with finger grooves and the Taurus logo provides a secure, hand-filling hold.
Markings include the import mark "Taurus Int’l Mfg., Bainbridge, GA," right-side "Taurus Armas – Made in Brazil," and a yoke/crane inspection stamp "224." The factory box label SKU 2-856021CH matches the revolver's configuration, and the serial numbers match on the frame and barrel.
Safety is addressed with a transfer bar system, and capacity is a full six rounds of .38 Special in a compact small-frame profile.