The Taurus 856 revolver in .38 Special +P (brand part no. 2-85621) is a small-frame, California-compliant carry revolver built for on-body or off-body concealed carry and home defense. Taurus finishes the matte black carbon steel barrel, cylinder, and frame with a black finger-grooved rubber grip for a comfortable, secure hold, and the 6-round cylinder feeds the +P-rated .38 Special cartridge. The revolver carries a removable serrated front sight with a fixed rear and a transfer bar safety, running in a double/single-action configuration. Among CA-compliant carry revolvers in the revolvers category, the 856 favors California shooters who want a proven 6-shot carry platform.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .38 Special +P with a 6-round cylinder.
• Built for California compliance.
• Features a 2-inch matte black carbon steel barrel.
• The action is double/single-action with a transfer bar safety.
• Grips are black finger-grooved rubber.
• Sighted with a removable serrated front and fixed rear.
• Shipping weight of approximately 1.85 pounds.
• The barrel measures 2 inches.
• Overall length measures 6.55 inches.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this revolver rated for +P ammunition? Yes, the 856 is rated for .38 Special +P loads.

Is this revolver compliant for California? Yes, this variant is built to meet California compliance requirements.

Buy the Taurus 856 Revolver

A California-compliant, +P-rated carry revolver is exactly what the 856 delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.