Taurus Model 85 Ultra-Lite .38 Special Revolver, 2-Inch, 5-Shot, DA/SA — Black/Blue Finish, Alloy Frame
This Taurus Model 85 Ultra-Lite stands out as a lightweight, 5-shot .38 Special with a 2-inch steel barrel and an alloy frame that keeps factory-listed weight around 17 oz. It features a double-action/single-action system with an exposed, checkered hammer spur, fixed sights, and a black/blue finish. It comes with its Taurus factory box bearing the matching product code and the manual.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The revolver presents with scattered scratches and areas of surface rust in several spots. Overall, it remains in good shape.
What’s Included
- Box: Taurus factory cardboard box with matching end label (product code 2-850021UL)
- Manual: Manual
The Ultra-Lite series pairs an alloy frame with a steel barrel and cylinder to deliver a compact revolver with reduced weight and durable working parts. This example uses a 2-inch barrel with a short underlug and a partially shrouded ejector rod, capped by a knurled ejector-rod tip for positive operation.
Controls and operation include a double-action/single-action trigger system and a transfer bar safety. The exposed, checkered hammer spur supports deliberate cocking for single-action fire. The 5-shot fluted steel cylinder is chambered in .38 Special.
Sighting is straightforward and robust: a serrated ramp front sight pairs with a square-notch rear integral to the top strap. The one-piece black rubber boot grip with Taurus medallion provides a secure hold in a compact profile.
Markings and identifiers include TAURUS INT. MFG., MIAMI, FL – USA and MADE IN BRAZIL, with the model stamp "85" visible inside the yoke. The factory box end label shows product code 2-850021UL and the configuration M85UL 2" Blue .38 SPL 5-shot.