Taurus Model 85 .38 Special 2-inch DA/SA Revolver, Case-Colored Frame, Polished Blued Barrel & Cylinder, 5-Round, Factory +P Rated
This steel-frame Taurus Model 85 is a compact 5-shot .38 Special revolver with a 2-inch barrel, a color casehardened frame, and polished blued barrel and cylinder. It features a color casehardened frame, hammer, and trigger, fixed sights, and checkered hardwood grips with Taurus medallions. Factory-rated for .38 Special +P in steel-frame Model 85 configuration, it also bears Brazilian manufacture and Miami import markings.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Fouling: Mild Fouling - Light buildup of fouling or dirt.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The polished blued surfaces show a few minor, superficial scratches and small blemishes consistent with light handling.
What's Included
- Taurus Model 85 .38 Special revolver
The Model 85’s steel construction, color casehardened frame, and polished blued barrel and cylinder provide a classic look with durable build quality. The color casehardened hammer and trigger add a distinctive visual detail while maintaining practical function. The exposed hammer supports double-action/single-action operation, and a transfer bar ensures modern safety performance.
Sights are fixed and straightforward: a serrated ramp front pairs with a square-notch rear cut into the topstrap. The topstrap is finished to aid sight alignment and reduce glare.
The 2-inch barrel and 5-round cylinder are carbon steel, finished in polished bluing. The ejector rod is unshrouded with a short front lug and a knurled tip for positive operation. Checkered hardwood grips with Taurus medallions provide a secure hold and a traditional appearance.
Markings include TAURUS INT. MFG. MIAMI, FL – USA, MADE IN BRAZIL, TAURUS BRASIL, and TAURUS • BRASIL. The model number “85” is stamped on the yoke/crane, and the revolver is factory-rated for .38 Special +P in steel-frame Model 85 form as noted by the manufacturer/importer.